MEET DR. PAUL ULIASZ
Dr. Paul Uliasz
"Since I can remember, I have always loved helping people. As a dentist, I am able to help improve people's lives every day. Knowing that my work can help my patients gain back their self-esteem and confidence makes me feel very fulfilled and happy. I am very grateful for being able to serve my patients and improve their lives. I believe that real, personal, true wealth is a feeling of fulfillment, joy, and happiness brought on by what we do for others. My purpose is to serve and help as many people as I can and leave a lasting legacy." ~ Dr. Uliasz
Education and Continuing Education
Dr. Paul Uliasz attended Oakland University's biology program in Rochester, Michigan, before graduating from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry. In 2004, he graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, where he obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. During the first four years after graduation, he practiced dentistry in Michigan and Ohio. He moved to Fort Myers in 2008 in search of sunny weather and a smaller-city lifestyle.
Dr. Uliasz is committed to continuous education on a world-class level to bring his patients the best and the latest available, state-of-the-art procedures and dental advancements. In 2010, Dr. Uliasz completed the prosthetic program at the Misch International Implant Institute, which is regarded as the top implant surgical and restorative institute in the world.
In 2012, Dr. Uliasz completed the curriculum at the Dawson Academy, which is an advanced dental education course for dentists who are dedicated to learning the principles and skills necessary for the successful practice of comprehensive, quality dentistry, with primary concentrations in occlusion, temporomandibular joints (TMJ), and comprehensive aesthetic restorative dentistry.
The Dawson Academy is viewed as one of the top advanced dental centers in the world for dentists committed to providing patients with comprehensive dental care.
In 2015, Dr. Uliasz completed the ultimate graft course presented by the Pikos Implant Institute. He was also recognized as a top dentist and featured in the 2015 edition of the Leading Physicians of the World. In 2013, Dr. Uliasz completed the master's program at the International Implant Dentistry Program in Miami. The same year, he also received mastership status from the International Dental Implant Association and became a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
A firm believer that professional growth means continually building on your knowledge and skill base, Dr. Uliasz regularly attends training, workshops, conferences, and other educational activities that enable him to strengthen and expand upon his skills and knowledge. His goal is to direct all acquired skills and knowledge throughout his career as a dentist into providing the best quality of care for patients of all ages.
Professional Affiliations
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American Dental Association
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Michigan Dental Association
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Florida Dental Association
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West Coast Dental District Association
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American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
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International Congress of Oral Implantologists
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International Dental Implant Association
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International Association of Dentists
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Lee County Dental Society
Outside the Office
Dr. Uliasz was born in Krakow, Poland, and moved to Detroit when he was 14 years old. He lived most of his life in Michigan until he moved to Fort Myers in 2008.
Dr. Uliasz and his wife Erica have two young children — daughter Avery and son Gavin — as well as two spoiled puggles. Erica is a biologist environmental consultant and recently completed the 2017 Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
Despite spending 70 hours a week in the dental field, Dr. Uliasz manages to spend quality time with his family, stay active, and maintain diverse interests. He enjoys music, reading, swimming, skiing, running, and traveling. His attraction to water-related activities has led him to become an advanced open-water scuba diver.
In The Community
Throughout his career, Dr. Uliasz has been committed to using his skills to help those in need. He has traveled to the Dominican Republic on mission trips where, together with other dentists, he has performed surgeries and bone grafts, placed implants, and helped many patients restore their teeth. He has also volunteered his services to Florida Mission of Mercy events.
Dr. Uliasz promotes a culture of giving back across all Blue Sea Dental Practices. Each practice engages in community activities such as the Habitat for Humanity Turkey Trot (Punta Gorda Dental Care), the NBC Annual Christmas Giving Drive (Lee Dental Care), the Annual 5K Run for Head & Neck Cancer (multiple practices) as well as many other community-focused sponsorships and charitable activities.
As a group, Blue Sea Dental has held several free dental care days. From 2014 through 2019, they hosted Dentistry from the Heart, a day of free dental care for local residents. In 2021, Blue Sea began holding its own independent free dental care events, most recently a Day of Free Dental Care for Veterans.