John W. Sloane, DMD was born in Pennsylvania and in 1980 graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia.  Dr. Sloane moved to Florida after his graduation and built and opened his own solo practice… first in Ormond Beach, and then later to his current location in South Daytona in 1986.  An avid music lover and violinist as well, Dr. Sloane had also been admitted to Julliard School of music and had to make a career decision.  He ultimately decided he could be a dentist and still play the violin…which he did for years in the local Daytona Symphony.   After doing dentistry for 22 years, an accident caused a back injury which ended his ability to treat patients.  Kris and he decided to maintain the office as she wasn’t ready to retire, and he could still own the business.  His presence is still felt daily as lifelong patients comment on his great care and humorous outlook, putting them at ease while in the chair.  He still believes, “Your Smile CAN Last a Lifetime!” which has become our office motto…helping people keep their teeth and maintain good oral health from childhood through their senior years.