AboutSmiles By Julia
Smiles By Julia is a Fort Lauderdale based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, veneers and more.
We also perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families and work to ensure that they receive treatments in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Dr. Neuls and our team invite you to schedule an appointment by calling 954-493-6556 and experience why our patients think Smiles By Julia is the best dentist in Fort Lauderdale.
Dr. Julia Williams Neuls
Julia Williams Neuls, DDS, MAGD
Dr. Julia Williams Neuls was born here in South Florida. Prior to dental school, she attended St. Thomas Aquinas High School and then Florida State University. She is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry.
Dr. Neuls enhances her skills and knowledge through continuing education and membership in professional organizations. She has received her Masters from the Academy of General Dentistry and is also a graduate of The Hornbrook Group, Pride Institute and Las Vegas Institute. Dr. Neuls is also an active member of the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Broward County Dental Association and the Atlantic Coast Dental Association. Dr. Neuls is a Northeast Regional Board Examiner, grading students pursuing a dental license in the state of Florida.
Dr. Neuls and her husband reside in Fort Lauderdale, where they enjoy spending time with their two children, Piper and Skyler.
Dr. Janetxia Barber
Dr. Janetxia Barber
Dr. Barber is native to South Florida and attended Florida International University for her undergraduate studies earning her bachelors in Biomedical Science. She continued her education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where she earned her Doctorate in Dental Medicine. Dr. Barber’s experience includes working in academia at the Cleveland Dental Institute in Ohio while maintaining her clinical skills in private practice. She continues to expand her knowledge through courses in Invisalign, clinical dentistry, and practice management.
Dr. Barber is fluent in Spanish and English. She enjoys her free time practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with her husband and w small children.
Ansie
Receptionist
Ansie is our newest team member beginning in February, 2023. She comes to us with over three years experience in general and pediatric dentistry. As the first person you meet coming in, Ansie works hard at keeping you informed and excited about your visit. When not t work, Ansie enjoys going to movies, the beach, and shopping with her friends.
Kathy
Dental Assistant
Kathy has been working with Dr. Neuls since August, 2002. She graduated from Monsignor Edward Pace High School in Miami, Florida. She attended Miami-Dade Medical for Dental Hygiene. She also received her B.A. degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University. Kathy is bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English. She takes pride in being able to provide excellent dental hygiene care while having fun and making her patients’ experience as pleasant as possible.
Sara
Dental Assistant
Sara has been a Dental Assistant for over 30 years and has worked with Dr. Neuls since 2007. She graduated from George Washington High School in New York City, New York and then attended City College of New York. While working at Smiles by Julia, Sara received her B.A. in Psychology degree at Ashford University while working fulltime at Smiles by Julia. Sara is bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English.
Pedro
Dental Hygienist
Pedro has been in dentistry since 2011. He graduated with his Doctorate in Dentistry from the University of Havana. Pedro moved to the United States in 2014 and worked as a dental assistant until obtaining his dental hygiene license. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Tammy
Accountant
Tammy has been working with Dr. Neuls for seven years. She is also a South Florida native and graduated from Harrigan High School in Hialeah. She is a registered tax preparer for the Internal Revenue Service and has been in the accounting field for 30 years. She is in charge of the office budget, bank account and all accounts payable.
Jennifer
Financial Coordinator
Jennifer joined Smiles by Julia in November, 2019. She was born and raised in Hollywood, Florida, and is a graduate of McArthur High School. She has worked in the medical field since 2007 and has now crossed over into the dental field. As Financial Coordinator, Jennifer brings a wide range of previous experiences from patient treatment coordinator to office management. She is compassionate and loves helping our patients feel at their best. Jennifer enjoys spending time with her two children and keeps them active in modeling and acting.
Kathy
Dental Assistant
Kathy hails from Long Island, New York, and has been a team member since September of 2020. She has had training in dental lab technology, and received her Dental Assistant certificate from Broward Community College. Kathy has been assisting in all aspects of dentistry for over 25 years and takes great joy making crowns and assisting in oral surgery. When not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her four beautiful grandchildren.