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Known for its picturesque New England villages and rich Colonial history, Connecticut is one of the most beautiful, and interesting locales in the world. Its quaint downtowns and decorated gazebos give the state its iconic charm. But what really makes Connecticut special is, of course, the people. You may be wondering how dental health plays a part in this, but classic, confident Connecticut smiles require healthy teeth. And healthy teeth would be an impossible goal without the help of a dentist. Having world-class dentists is on the long list of good qualities Connecticut boasts. So, embrace that Connecticut charm and schedule an appointment with your local dentist today. Your teeth will be as white as a classic Connecticut church steeple in no time.

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Just like you would prep your house for a winter storm, you should stay educated about your dental health to prevent issues before they come up. Understanding how your teeth and gums react to certain foods, the benefits of brushing and flossing, and the recommended fluoride intake for your age group is just as important as choosing a new winter coat, insulating your water lines, or stocking up on food to avoid trips to the supermarket in four feet of snow. With the proper care, your teeth can last a lifetime. Learn what your teeth need to look and feel their best for years to come by talking to your dentist today.

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    Connecticut Dental Group
    4699 Main Street # 203, Bridgeport, CT 06606 
    4.71 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (203) 372-4200

    Who is Dr. Mehran Azar DDS?
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    Dr. Mehran Azar graduated with honors from the University of Miami with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology. He then graduated from Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He completed a General Practice Residency program at Hackensack University Medical Center. During his education, Dr. Azar earned the Ash. B. Merit Scholarship as well as the Clark Foundation Scholarship, among other honors. Before joining the Connecticut Dental Group, he was a consulting dentist with MetLife Insurance Company.

    Today, Dr. Azar is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association(CSDA), and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He specializes in dental implants, restorative, cosmetic, and general dentistry. He has been practicing dentistry in the Bridgeport and Trumbull areas for over 19 years.

  • location
    Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry of Connecticut
    1240 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517 
    14.85 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (203) 287-0666

    Who is Dr. Aaron Gross DMD?
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    Dr. Aaron Gross prides himself on being both professional and friendly with his patients. To him, helping his patients feel comfortable is essential to providing high-quality dental care. Dr. Aaron has been voted one of Connecticut’s Best Dentists, and one of America’s Top Dentists.

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    Dental Associates of CT
    32 Church hill Road, Ste 201, Newtown, CT 06470 
    16.78 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (203) 748-8055

    Who is Dr. Laura Huling DDS?
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    Dr. Laura Huling finds one of the most fulfilling parts of being a dentist teaching children to have a life-long appreciation for dentistry and oral health. She strives to treat each of her patients with kindness in a welcoming, comfortable environment that puts them at ease and diminishes any fears and phobias they might have. When patients leave her practice, she hopes they feel proud and confident with their new smile.

    Dr. Huling earned her BA in biology from Hamilton College, then went on to attend the University of Connecticut dental school. There, she became involved with the school's pediatric dental program and gained experience treating children with varying conditions. Upon graduating. Dr. Huling was recognized for being the best dental student in her class, as well as the student with the most promising future, and was awarded the Fox award and the pediatric dentistry award. Today, she is a member of the AAPD and the ADA. She has privileges to practice at the Connecticut Children's Medical Center.

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    Cheshire Dental Associates
    482 S Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410 
    22.83 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (203) 272-2729

    Who is Dr. Dane Fletcher DMD?
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    Dr. Dane Fletcher’s passion is providing each of his patients with pain-free and high-quality dentistry. He regularly attends continuing education courses to ensure that the dental techniques and technology he treats his patients with are current. Dr. Fletcher earned his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Drew University and graduated summa cum laude. He then went to the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine where he earned his doctorate in dental medicine. Afterwards, Dr. Fletcher went to Danbury Hospital in Danbury, Connecticut, where he completed a General Dentistry Practice Residency. There, he received advanced training in all aspects of general dentistry.

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    Frank C. Perry DDS
    74 Southaven Ave., Suite A, Medford, NY 11763 
    28.83 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (631) 654-0707

    review by Karen R.

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    Dr. Perry has been my doctor for years, taking care of my entire household, my wife and kids. He's very friendly, he's interested in getting to know you, and he understands his work. He employs excellent individuals to help him and his patients, and I think the care they provide is great. When we moved away from Medford, we didn't alter our dentists-we stayed with Dr. Perry’s practice. A more skilled and pleasant dental office could not be found, I guarantee that.

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    Big Apple Dental
    1537 Straight Path, Wyandanch, NY 11798 
    33.73 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (631) 482-9100

    review by Eddy B.

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    I’ve only been here for a checkup but I’m already very impressed with Big Apple Dental. I was running late, so they only had time for the checkup and told me to come back for the cleaning, but I still can’t believe how caring they were, they really took time to listen to my questions and concerns. The dentist in Wyandanch was very thorough when he went through my x-rays, he explained everything that was going on with my mouth. The hygienist was great too, he went through everything with me, and especially explained the effects of my teeth grinding to me. I never knew I grind my teeth at night, but it helped me realize the cause of a lot of the issues I was having with my teeth. The staff could tell I was anxious so they tried to make sure I was as comfortable as possible. Everyone there was very detail oriented and caring. I love this place, and I am actually looking forward to going back, which is weird to say about the dentist.

  • location
    Stuart N. Kaminsky DDS, PLLC
    175 Jericho Tpke, suite 311, Syosset, NY 11791 
    33.78 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 921-1960

    review by Nicole F.

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    This was by far the best experience I’ve ever had with a dentist. Sure, no one really likes going to the dentist, but the staff is great. It’s easy to feel at ease, even while they are working in your mouth. Dr. Stuart Kaminsky explains every part of the process rather than rushing through his explanations like some other dentists I’ve been to. The whole experience was very easy-going. I rarely get good news when I go to the dentists, which is part of the reason I hate going. I had gotten used to poor treatment. However, Dr. Kaminsky is not like that. Working with him has completely changed my opinion of dentists. I plan on going to him for all my future dental needs. His assistant is phenomenal too. She eased my anxiety and was very kind.

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    Family Dentistry of Central Connecticut
    6 Park Pl STE 2, New Britain, CT 06052 
    36.28 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (860) 438-6687

    Who is Dr. Margaret Drozdowski Maule DDS?
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    Dr. Margaret Drozdowski Maule attended St. Joseph's College in Brooklyn, NY where she earned her undergraduate degree. She then went to the University of Connecticut School of Dental medicine where she earned her graduate degree in 1998. In 1999, she completed a residency training program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry from the same school. In 2002, Dr. Drozdowski Maule joined the Community Health Center and served as the agency's Chief Dental Officer between the years 2005 and 2014. During this time, she oversaw many technological advances and agency expansions, as well as the operations of the dental department. She was named one of the "40 under 40" outstanding graduates of the University of Connecticut in 2008. By 2011, she graduated from the Johnson School at Cornell University with an MBA degree.

    Dr. Drozdowski Maule opened Family Dentistry of Central Connecticut in New Britain, CT in 2019 and realized that her passion in life is patient care. To ensure that her patients receive high-quality dentistry, she frequently attends continuing education courses and has completed over 70 hours of dental sleep medicine seminars. She has also finished the American Dental Association's Evidence-Based Dentistry training. From 2008 to 2014, she served on the board of directors for the National Oral Health Access Network.

    When she is not working at her private practice or building up her own knowledge of dentistry, she is presenting on numerous topics such as electronic health record implementation, mobile dental programs, financial and operational topics, and meaningful use requirements across the country. Today, Dr. Drozdowski Maule is an expert advisor with DentaQuest Institute and provides consulting for dental programs in the US. She is also an active member of the Connecticut State Dental Association and has been since 1998. She serves on their peer review council, access to care committee, the strategic planning committee, and is the chair of the finance committee. She has received additional training in sleep apnea and is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

  • location
    Radiance Dental, P.C.
    455 Central Park Avenue, Ste. 309, Scarsdale, NY 10583 
    38.1 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (914) 874-5252

    review by Chris C.

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    If I could give Dr. Murphy at Radiance Dental more stars, I would! She has to be the best dentist in the Scarsdale, NY area. I refer everyone I know to her. Oddly enough, my friends and I all had terrible dentist phobia and hated the idea of going to a clinic. And then a coworker referred me to Dr. Murphy’s office. Now my friends and I actually look forward to our checkups and cleanings. The staff here are so friendly, and everyone at each step of your visit seems to genuinely care for their patients. One of the hygienists joked with me during the entire cleaning which calmed my nerves. Dr. Murphy has completely changed my perception of a dentist office. My wait times at this clinic have been very short which is shocking due to how many people tend to cycle through. This clinic is easily five stars! Thank you, Dr. Murphy.

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    Island Smile Dental Group
    3072 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY 11756 
    39.09 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 520-5858

    review by Jennifer T.

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    I recently moved to Levittown, NY, but after doing my research I am happy I found a great dentist. Island Smile Dental is great. The front office person is very knowledgeable, caring, and professional. I have my first appointment next week, and I am actually excited about it. I have a feeling I made the right choice, simply based on the great dental care I received so far.

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    westbury smile center
    91 Post ave, Westbury, NY 11590 
    39.5 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 750-5035

    review by Joseph B.

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    After moving to New York, I had a major toothache and turned to online search for a dentist. That’s when I discovered Westbury Smile Center. After looking at Dr. Rafya Sanhu’s credentials and reviews, I decided to give it a chance. Overall, the office was very clean and modern. It was also well-organized. Dr. Sandhu extracted my tooth and placed my dental implant immediately. She made the whole process very easy. I didn’t feel any pain and recovered quickly. The entire staff is kind and skilled. I’ve found my new dentist.

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    Richard Kaufman, DDS
    955 Front St., Uniondale, NY 11553 
    42.07 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 481-1117

    review by Claire W.

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    Dr. Kaufman deserves to thumbs up. When I arrived for my appointment, I was greeted by the very friendly front desk staff. The check-in process was very convenient because I had already completed the paperwork online. I was able to see Dr. Kaufman without having to wait. Overall, I am incredibly happy with the results I have received from my ZOOM whitening treatment. My teeth look 3 shades whiter now. I had a phenomenal experience thanks to the wonderful staff at Dr. Kaufman’s clinic. Everyone here is so kind, professional, and helpful. I will definitely be referring multiple friends and family members. Thank you Dr. Kaufman! I will be coming back for future treatments. This place definitely deserves five stars!

  • location
    Concetta Mangiaracina DDS Pllc
    1955 Merrick Road, Suite 101, Merrick, NY 11566 
    43.98 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 665-2388

    review by Laura G.

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    I chipped a tooth this weekend and was very nervous that I wouldn’t be able to find a dentist to help. I called Dr. Mangiaracina as soon as I could on Monday morning, and I was able to get an appointment the same day. I had a wonderful experience. Dr. Mangiaracina fixed my front tooth, and now it looks even better than before.

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    Everlasting Smiles Dental
    267-01 Hillside Avenue, Glen Oaks, NY 11004 
    43.98 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (347) 548-5459

    review by Chris J.

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    Today, Dr. Afridi did my root canal, and he was extremely detailed, friendly, and gentle. I had some issues numbing up, but he took his time to make sure I was comfortable. He said we were a team working towards the same outcome, and everything went well. The office staff and dental assistant were amazing, too. If you need a root canal and live in Glen Oaks, NY, I highly recommend Everlasting Smiles Dental.

  • location
    Crest Family Dental
    85 Seymour St #1018,, Hartford, CT 06106 
    44.42 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (860) 968-0259

    Who is Dr. Shyam Shiva DDS?
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    Dr. Shyam Shivareddy is prepared to give professional guidance and advice to anyone who asks, and is always welcoming new patients to his practice. After earning his Bachelor’s in Dental Surgery, Dr. Shivareddy entered the DDS program at New York University College of Dentistry where he earned his DDS degree. Since then, Dr. Shivareddy has been a strong believer in continuing dental education courses. He also volunteers 15 days each year to providing dental services to underprivileged people, free of charge.

  • location
    Comprehensive Dental Associates of Central Connecticut
    170 Main Street East, Hartford, CT 06118 
    44.84 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (860) 568-3366

    Who is Dr. David Moskow DMD?
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    Dr. David Moskow has been a practicing dentist for more than 30 years. His favorite part of the job is getting to know the ins and outs of each of his patients. Hearing their stories and helping them achieve the smiles of their dreams is his number one goal. To ensure that he positively impacts the lives of each of his patients, Dr. Moskow regularly goes to continuing education classes where he receives extensive training in restorative, aesthetic, and implant treatments.

    Dr. Moskow graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Today he is the Dental Director at Comprehensive Dental Associates of Central Connecticut. He is also a member of the Hartford Dental Society, the Connecticut State Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.

  • location
    BH Franklin Dental
    405 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 11010 
    45.51 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 233-1227

    review by Matt S.

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    The root canal I had last week was one of the best dental experiences I’ve had thus far. 1. I arrived 20 minutes early, but they took me back to the chair right away. 2. The staff listened to my concerns and dental history. Dr. Babayev didn’t make me feel guilty about my poor oral health. 3. The root canal took less than 45 minutes, 4. I didn’t experience any pain. 5. I have some genetic defects, but they expertly worked around these issues. 6. The procedure actually cost less than the quote I’d been given. The staff at BH Franklin Dental is great. There is very little staff turnover, which speaks volumes about how they operate their practice.

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    Sameh H Aknouk Dental Services PC
    1473 West Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462 
    45.88 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (718) 824-5444

    review by Carlos F.

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    This place is awesome, I always feel comfortable when I’m here. The entire staff and Dr. Aknouk are great. You can really tell they love their jobs. I’ve had Dr. Aknouk put in my gold inlay replaced my old silver fillings with porcelain computer-made filling. They’re both very friendly. I had an emergency a couple months ago when my daughter had her front tooth knocked out and Dr. Aknouk came in on his day off to do a root canal on her. This clinic is wonderful, I would highly recommend it and won’t be going anywhere else.

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    Sharona Hassid DDS
    647 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 11010 
    45.92 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (516) 423-9090

    review by Delaine Z.

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    I’d heard an advertisement on the radio and decided to give Dr. Hassid a shot. The ad said to come in no matter how scared of the dentist you were, and I have an extreme phobia. I needed my teeth cleaned and even some teeth extracted. Dr. Hassid did a double root canal, a couple bridges, and some implants. The receptionist staff was kind and everyone here was very helpful, from the office staff, to the dentist, to the dental assistants. They were all very knowledgeable and friendly. I felt like family coming here, and anyone in the area should check them out.

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    Reginald Borgella DDS
    3102 Kingsbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463 
    46.32 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (718) 543-9786

    review by Darin O.

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    Dr. Borgella’s office environment is very lively and nice. The people seem to enjoy their work and go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. Dr Reginald Borgella was very nice, gentle, and knowledgeable. The hygienist was excellent and checked for things that my prior dentist did not check for gingivitis and other gum diseases. The office was very clean and modern with all the latest gadgets. They were able to do everything on site. After my recommendation, the whole Church plans to come to this Bronx office because they really care about their patients - God bless them!

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    Rodolfo P. Wert DDS
    718 West 178 Street, Suite #5, New York, NY 10033 
    48.87 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (212) 923-1566

    review by Danny P.

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    I’m so lucky to have found this dentist. Dr. Wert is very friendly and easy to talk to. The dental staff is very kind. The wait time is never long here, and they use the newest and greatest dental technology. I plan on being a patient here for the rest of my life and would recommend everyone else to this place as well.

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    Dr. Sam Cosentino, DDS
    52-12 108th Street, Corona, NY 11368 
    49.57 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (718) 271-3100

    review by Gat G.

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    Dr. Cosentino is awesome. I left his office feeling happy, and I usually hate the dentist and am never a good patient, especially when I have a toothache. But my time at Dr. Cosentino was the best experience I’ve ever had. Much better than my old dentist in Corona, NY. Everyone here was kind, nice, and very honest with what I needed. I’m no longer afraid of the dentist. This place is affordable too, which is great. They gave me a follow up call and answered all my questions, I can’t thank them enough.

  • location
    Harlem Dental Care PLLC
    163 West 145th St, New York, NY 10039 
    49.83 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (212) 281-9200

    review by Surya M.

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    This place is awesome. Dr. Shcheglov and his staff are wonderful. It is a very relaxing atmosphere, and they are all friendly and easy to talk to. I’ve had a lot of work done this year and they’re always willing to talk me through everything step-by-step from care, treatment, and financial. They have the option of care credit, which is great. I’ve done Invisalign with them, and am happy with how my teeth look.

  • location
    Soft Touch Dental Care
    65-14 108th St., Forest Hills, NY 11375 
    49.87 miles near Stratford
    phone

    (718) 997-8400

    review by Barry K.

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    I really needed a new dentist when I found this place, I took a chance and I’m so glad I did. The office is spotless and organized. It is small, but I don’t mind that. They treat you like an individual here, and they aren’t worried about treating as many patients as possible. They treat you like a human being. The front office staff is helpful and nice. They will call you to remind you about your upcoming appointment and will even do a follow-up call a couple days after your appointment. Dr. Normatov is awesome. I came in for a deep cleaning and a checkup and she was very professional and easy to talk to, which made me feel comfortable and satisfied with the service I received. She did the cleaning herself, which is something I wasn’t expecting. We even got to talk about food. Again, she’s easy to talk to and really knows her stuff. I’m actually excited to go back and see her.

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