On Oct. 1, 2026, Dr. Holmes J. Galiano is scheduled to join Jupiter Smiles Dentistry in Jupiter, Florida. He graduated with honors from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry.
His training covers cosmetic care, restorative dentistry, removable prosthodontics, and orofacial pain. The practice says he will focus on smile makeovers and restorative treatment for English- and Spanish-speaking patients across Palm Beach County.
The available search results did not independently confirm that Holmes J. Galiano had begun working at Jupiter Smiles Dentistry or that the appointment had been formally recorded after the stated Oct. 1, 2026 date.
Galiano's record includes several academic honors. Available search results did not identify an independent official statement from UAB, Jupiter Smiles Dentistry, a professional academy, or a regulator that confirms those distinctions or his professional status.
A training record built around restorative care
His honors include the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (AAED) Student Award. He also received the Quintessence Award for clinical achievement in restorative dentistry, the American Academy of Orofacial Pain Award, and the William Lionel McCracken Award for outstanding accomplishments in removable prosthodontics.
The AAED award cited his outstanding interest and abilities in cosmetic dentistry. His training under Dr. David Hornbrook and Dr. Mark Montgomery included porcelain veneers and smile makeovers.
Searches for a Florida dental license record did not produce a relevant official entry confirming Galiano's license number, status, or date of issuance. Verification would require checking the Florida dental regulator's current registry and primary institutional pages.
The practice also points to technical development. Its work connects with the wider professional discussion around advanced rotary tools and the way equipment choices can affect clinical work and teaching.
Personal experience behind the clinical focus
Galiano's interest in dentistry grew from his own orthodontic treatment after dental trauma. He has said that experience showed him how strongly a smile can affect confidence and a person's sense of self.
He was born and raised in Santiago de Cuba and came to the United States at 18. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Caroline. The couple recently welcomed their first child, David.
His faith, family, and gratitude for the opportunities he has found in the United States remain central to his approach to patient care.
"I am honored to join the Jupiter Smiles Dentistry team and to work alongside Dr. Scherb and Dr. Paulett," says Dr. Holmes J. Galiano, DMD. "For me, dentistry is about more than restoring teeth; it is about restoring confidence. Every patient deserves care that is as unique as they are, and I look forward to building lasting relationships with families throughout Palm Beach County."
Three UAB-trained dentists in one practice
Jupiter Smiles Dentistry has served families in Jupiter and throughout Palm Beach County for more than three decades. Dr. Michael J. Scherb, DMD, FAGD, founded the practice. He is a Pankey Scholar and Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and has practiced in Jupiter since 1989.
The practice provides preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Its services also include dental implants, endodontic services, periodontal care, oral surgery, full mouth reconstruction, TMJ and snoring treatment, sleep apnea treatment, and sedation dentistry.
Galiano joins Dr. Scherb and Dr. Katherine A. Paulett, DMD, FAGD. The practice will then have three University of Alabama at Birmingham-trained dentists with distinct areas of specialization and a shared emphasis on clinical excellence.
"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Galiano to Jupiter Smiles Dentistry," says Dr. Michael J. Scherb, DMD, FAGD. "His passion for cosmetic and restorative dentistry, combined with his genuine care for patients, makes him an outstanding addition to our team. We are confident he will make a meaningful impact on the families we serve."
Jupiter Smiles Dentistry is located at 2143 South U.S. HWY 1, Jupiter, FL 33477. The office can be reached at 561-747-6611. The practice says it serves patients throughout Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast.
Galiano's appointment would add restorative training and bilingual service to the practice. It would also expand the cosmetic and restorative care available under one established practice.
Available search results did not confirm the appointment, license details, training history, or awards. Those details should be checked against Florida's current dental registry and the relevant institutional records.
