Meet The Doctors

Dr. Ishbel Nieves was born and raised in Puerto Rico and has resided in Lake County, FL since 2008. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with an emphasis in Human Anatomy from the University of Puerto Rico in 2003. Dr. Nieves furthered her education and attended the University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine. She graduated in 2007 with a Doctorate in Dental Medicine.

After her graduate studies, Dr. Nieves moved to Gainesville, FL to pursue a General Practice Residency certificate from the Malcolm Randall, VA Medical Center. It was during this program that Dr. Nieves had the opportunity to work with medically compromised dental patients and widen her knowledge in several areas of general dentistry. In addition, she learned about the diagnosis and treatment of oral-facial pain.

Dr. Nieves lives in Groveland, FL with her husband Erik. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running, and kayaking. Dr. Nieves has a passion for international travel and experiencing different cultures.
Dr. Nieves is an active member of ADA, FDA, and Lake County Dental Society. She believes that continuing education courses will allow her to provide the most up-to-date dental treatment. Dr. Nieves strives to provide quality dental care to all her patients. She takes the time to educate patients about oral health and assist them reach their version of a happy and healthy smile.

Dr. Poonam Popat was raised in Orlando, FL. In 2009 she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Micro and Molecular Biology at the University of Central Florida. In 2013 she completed her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

After graduating, Dr. Popat began practicing as a General Dentist. She continued her education to expand her skills and be able to offer the most up-to-date care for her patients.

Dr. Popat got married in 2017 to her husband Preet. Together they enjoy international travel and going on adventures. Dr. Popat continued her passion for dentistry in Austin, TX. While in Texas, she discovered her love for hiking and food trucks. When Dr. Popat and her husband were expecting their first child, they moved back to Florida to be close to family. Dr Popat has a son named Shayden and a daughter named Kahani.

During her years of travel, Dr. Popat has remained constant in her passion for dentistry. In 2021, Dr. Popat joined the Highland Lakes Dental team. Dr. Popat strives to provide each patient with a customized treatment plan that meets their needs and makes them smile. Dr. Popat is passionate about optimizing the oral health of every patient she gets the opportunity to care for.