Meet The Doctors

Dr. Akel is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University School of Dental Medicine. He has participated in NSU’s Advanced Education in General Dentistry, with an emphasis in Cosmetic Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Endodontics and Periodontics.

As well as the joy of creating “Hollywood” smiles for his patients, Dr. Akel thrives on providing them with confidence and uplifting self-esteem through improved oral care. Each of his patients receives the personalized attention and the best possible treatment available to give his patients healthy and beautiful smiles.

Dr. Akel is a member of several Dental and Professional Organizations:  The American and Florida Cosmetic Dental Associates; Members  of Wellington, Central Palm Beach/Palms West and Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce; Charity Functions/Church; Cancer Society; Diabetes and Heart Association; Rotary Club, Boys & Girls Club, Special Olympics Sponsor;  Local Community Sports Teams Sponsor, as well as Annual Visitations to local Classrooms to Educate students on Oral Hygiene.

Dr. Akel and Perfect Smile Dentistry take pride in being active in the Community and sponsoring many of the soccer, softball, and basketball youth teams.

Dr. Nitish Mathew was born and raised in South Florida. He attended Florida International University and graduated with his Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2015. Shortly after, Dr. Mathew attended Lake Erie School of Dental Medicine and received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine in 2020. 

Dr. Mathew has a wide focus in General Dentistry with experience in treating children and adults of all ages. As a child, Dr. Mathew feared the dentist growing up and wanted to help others get rid of their fears when visiting the Dentist. Dr. Mathew is also a member of the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association. He appreciates the importance of new technology in dentistry and in providing the optimal diagnosis and treatment of every patient’s dental needs.

Dr. Mathew’s goal is to offer the highest quality of dental care in a relaxed, comfortable environment and to help fearful patients feel at ease. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Mathew enjoys hanging out with his wife, family, playing basketball, watching tv shows, and loves to eat! 

Dr. George Gounakis was born and raised in Windsor, Canada, in a very close-knit Greek family. He attended the University of Windsor in Ontario, where he earned his undergraduate degree in biology. He chose a warmer venue for his professional schooling and graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Dentistry in Fort Lauderdale in 2001. He completed his fellowship in periodontology in 2004.

Some people feel that implant dentistry falls under the category of cosmetic dentistry, but that’s not entirely accurate. While implants certainly do improve one’s appearance, their impact goes way beyond the flash of a perfect smile. Implants will enhance your smile and improve your function, your speech, and your ability to eat. Dr. Gounakis’s most gratifying moments as a dentist are when patients tell him, “Thank you, Dr. G; you’ve changed my life!”

Staying on top of the latest developments in periodontics and implant dentistry means Dr. Gounakis constantly updates his education. He attends multiple continuing education courses every year to keep his knowledge current and his skills honed for the very latest and best implant techniques. When he is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Gounakis enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer, traveling, and snowmobiling in Canada.