Dr. Shepherd Frenchman DMD

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Shepherd M. Frenchman, who serves patients in Brandenton, Florida.

Truly gifted in the art of patient comfort, Dr. Frenchman is a kind, gentle, and compassionate dentist who is committed to preserving and improving oral health. He is the owner & operator of Bayshore Gardens Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Bradenton, Florida.  

Conveniently caring for patients with all types of dental needs in a comfortable environment, he offers a comprehensive list of family and cosmetic dental services, including dental cleanings & exams, teeth whitening, tooth colored fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, dental implants, root canals, Invisalign, and emergency dental care.

Approaching dentistry from an ethical and conservative perspective, he specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. For nervous patients, as well as those undergoing multiple treatments in one appointment, he offers sedation to help them remain calm and relaxed throughout their visit. 

A native Floridian, Dr. Frenchman graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of South Florida in 1995, and his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville in 1999. Through continuing education, he stays abreast of the most advanced dental procedures available today. 

Attributing his success to excellent training, he holds Hole-in-One Certification from the National Hole-In-One Association and remains at the forefront of his challenging specialty via memberships and affiliations with prestigious professional societies and associations such as the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the West Coast District Dental Association.

Having met the standards and guidelines required of the nation’s leading dentists, Dr. Frenchman is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI).

Certified through the Florida Board of Dentistry, he has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of his practice, as evidenced by his sterling record. He also ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of his work.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy. 

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