About Our Office

Lanham Family Dentistry is proud to be a locally owned and operated practice providing comprehensive, transparent care to Lakeland since 1992.

Our Mission

Compassionate, Transparent Care

Lanham Family Dentistry is proud to be a locally owned and operated practice built on honesty and integrity. We believe in providing transparent care with no surprises or hidden fees. Our commitment to excellence extends to patients of all ages, offering continual oral care while staying up-to-date with the latest dental methods and treatment options.

Our mission is to treat every patient with compassion and respect, delivering comprehensive dental care that addresses both short- and long-term needs. We are dedicated to creating an honest, judgment-free environment where exceptional care is always our priority.

Dr. James Lanham established the practice after moving to Central Florida in 1991 with his wife, Debbie Lanham, a Registered Dental Hygienist. Over the years, they have built an outstanding team of certified dental professionals. In 2024, they were pleased to welcome their daughter, Dr. Ashleigh-Marie Lanham, to the practice.

Dr. James Lanham and Dr. Ashleigh-Marie Lanham

Clinical Excellence

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. James Lanham

Dr. James Lanham, DDS, has practiced dentistry for over 38 years. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at West Virginia University in 1987 and has attended extensive workshops and seminars with Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZ.

He began his practice in Lakeland, Florida, in 1992. He specializes in Comprehensive Dentistry, cosmetic procedures, implant restorations, crown and bridge dentures, Zoom whitening, and orthodontic aligners.

Throughout his career, he has served as a Florida Board of Dentistry Examiner and has been on mission trips to Central and South America to provide dental treatment. In his free time, he enjoys relaxing in the North Carolina mountains and spending time with his family.

Dr. Ashleigh-Marie Lanham

Dr. Ashleigh-Marie Lanham earned her Bachelor’s in Biology at the University of Florida, and subsequently her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry Degree at the University of Florida College of Dentistry.

She specializes in General Dentistry with interests in prosthetic dentistry, surgical dentistry, and endodontics. She maintains a conservative approach to dentistry, emphasizing preventive measures alongside treatments like fillings, crowns, extractions, and implant restorations.

She is a member of the Florida Dental Association, Polk County Dental Association, West Coast District Dental Association, and SPEAR Dental Education. She frequently participates in Mission of Mercy and overseas mission trips. Her hobbies include traveling, working out, and reading.

A Dedicated Team