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John D. Michalak, DMD, is an experienced dentist and owner of John D. Michalak DMD Family Dentistry in Branford, Connecticut. He specializes in general and cosmetic dental services for the whole family. Dr. Michalak uses the latest innovations in dentistry, including digital dentistry, for treating conditions like periodontal gum disease and sleep apnea.

Dr. Michalak provides a comprehensive range of dental services, including extractions, fillings, crowns, and bridges. To ensure a positive, more comfortable dental experience, Dr. Michalak offers in-office nitrous oxide services. To enhance your natural smile, Dr. Michalak is skilled in restorative and cosmetic dentistry services, including veneers, dental implants, and implant restorations. He is dedicated to keeping up with the latest trends in restorative and cosmetic dentistry through continued education courses.

Graduating from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Michalak completed a one-year residency at Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He later opened his solo practice in Branford, where he continues to provide his patients with compassionate, patient-centric dental care in a relaxed environment.

When not assisting his patients, Dr. Michalak can be found spending time with his wife and their two children, a 7-year-old son and 3-year-old daughter.

Quality Dental Care is a leading dental practice that services the community of Hudson Valley from its two offices conveniently located in Hopewell Junction and Pawling, New York.

Quality Dental Care prides itself on the skills, expertise, and compassion of its team. The doctors are all highly skilled and well-trained, and everybody at the practice — including the general dentists, orthodontists, periodontists, oral surgeons, dental assistants and hygienists, and reception staff — all believe in treating patients with care that’s comprehensive and courteous.

In its mission to make happier and healthier smiles, Quality Dental Care offers a full range of dental services. The team of dental experts is experienced in all areas of cosmetic and general dentistry, including crown and bridge work, dental implants, root canals, oral surgery, and oral hygiene. They also treat patients of all age groups.

Quality Dental Care strives to provide dental treatments that aren’t only exceptional, but affordable as well, so that patients can make the right health care decisions, regardless of the cost. The practice works with every insurance company and helps their patients to determine their plan coverage and submit insurance claims. They also offer aid in financing treatment plans and accept CareCredit® so that their patients can smile now and pay later.

At Quality Dental Care, the patient is the priority. The stress-free office accommodates busy schedules by staying open late for appointments during the week, and the reception staff ensures that patients remember their appointments by calling with reminders.

For a happier and healthier smile, you need Quality Dental Care.

Quality Dental Care is a leading dental practice that services the community of Hudson Valley from its two offices conveniently located in Hopewell Junction and Pawling, New York.

Quality Dental Care prides itself on the skills, expertise, and compassion of its team. The doctors are all highly skilled and well-trained, and everybody at the practice — including the general dentists, orthodontists, periodontists, oral surgeons, dental assistants and hygienists, and reception staff — all believe in treating patients with care that’s comprehensive and courteous.

In its mission to make happier and healthier smiles, Quality Dental Care offers a full range of dental services. The team of dental experts is experienced in all areas of cosmetic and general dentistry, including crown and bridge work, dental implants, root canals, oral surgery, and oral hygiene. They also treat patients of all age groups.

Quality Dental Care strives to provide dental treatments that aren’t only exceptional, but affordable as well, so that patients can make the right health care decisions, regardless of the cost. The practice works with every insurance company and helps their patients to determine their plan coverage and submit insurance claims. They also offer aid in financing treatment plans and accept CareCredit® so that their patients can smile now and pay later.

At Quality Dental Care, the patient is the priority. The stress-free office accommodates busy schedules by staying open late for appointments during the week, and the reception staff ensures that patients remember their appointments by calling with reminders.

For a happier and healthier smile, you need Quality Dental Care.

Zach Korwin, DMD, FICOI, is a skilled and personable general dentist providing compassionate care at Cedar Mountain Dental in Newington, Connecticut. As the son of a successful dentist, he grew up watching his father make a significant difference in the lives of patients and was inspired to follow in his footsteps. 

Dr. Korwin earned his dental degree from one of the nation’s top dental schools: the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, graduating in 2014. He continues to refine his skills with continuing education courses and has developed advanced expertise in oral surgery, endodontics, and dental implants. He stays current on the latest dental trends through active memberships in professional organizations, including the Hartford Dental Society, the Connecticut State Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. 

Before joining the practice at Cedar Mountain Dental, Dr. Korwin gained invaluable experience in several unique dental centers, including his father’s boutique dental office in Red Bank, New Jersey. He has also dedicated countless hours of pro bono dental service to underprivileged patients through the Dental Lifeline Network and has taught as a clinical associate professor at both Temple University and the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. 

Dr. Korwin lives in central Connecticut with his wife, Amy, a pulmonology fellow at Yale University School of Medicine. They both enjoy spending time with their daughter, Emily, and dog, Chooie.

Gary Toubman, DMD, is a talented general dentist who helps maintain exceptional smiles at Cedar Mountain Dental in Newington, Connecticut. He comes from a long line of dentists in his family, dating back almost 100 years.

Dr. Toubman studied biology at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, and graduated cum laude in 1976. He earned his dental degree in 1980 from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and spent the next two years serving in the National Health Service Corps as the dental director of the Welsh Mountain Medical and Dental Center in New Holland, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Toubman has undergone additional postgraduate training at the prestigious Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida. He stays abreast of the latest developments in dentistry as an active member of the Connecticut Study Club for Excellence in Dentistry, the Hartford Dental Society, the Connecticut State Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.

He looks forward to providing his patients with quality service driven by integrity and compassion.

Neil A. Shapiro, DMD, is a highly skilled dentist who serves patients from all over Hartford County at Shapiro Family Dental in Wethersfield, Connecticut. There, he offers world-class dental care at the state-of-the-art office.

In 1998, Dr. Shapiro graduated with a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. After graduating, he completed a General Practice Residency Program at St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, Connecticut. During his residency, he gained valuable experience in oral surgery and oral facial repairs following traumatic injury.

Since becoming a practicing professional, Dr. Shapiro has been diligent about enrolling in continuing education courses. He has studied to the point of excellence in performing root canals, oral surgery, dental implants, bone grafting, and his own QuickBraces of Connecticut — an innovative orthodontic method that straightens teeth in months rather than years.

Patients have come to appreciate his calm, polite chairside manner and his emphasis on patient education. Each personalized treatment plan is a collaborative effort and Dr. Shapiro routinely forms close personal relationships with his patients.

Dr. Shapiro is also a current member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), and the Hartford Dental Society.

When he’s not in the office, Dr. Shapiro is probably rocking out on a stage somewhere. He plays many musical instruments and even composes his own original songs. Ask him where you can catch him play with one of his bands, as he routinely plays social functions across the state!

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Fazzone (also known as Dr. Mike) to our pratice! Dr. Mike grew up near Albany, NY but thankfully has been a lifelong Red Sox fan. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biochemistry from Washington & Lee University in Virginia, he then returned to his home state and earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from Columbia University.

Dr. Fazzone opted for an additional year of training, completing a General Practice Residency at the University of Utah where he worked with specialists doing extractions, implant placement, and operating room dentistry for special needs patients. He then returned to the northeast, practicing at the Connecticut shoreline in private practice before joining us in Rocky Hill.

Dr. Fazzone truly enjoys educating patients about dental health and is happy to answer any questions you may have. He has taken many continuing education courses to stay up to date on the latest in dentistry, including implant dentistry and Invisalign. Dr. Fazzone is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA), and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).

When Dr. Fazzone isn’t in the office, you can find him skiing, exploring new parts of the country, or relaxing by the beach. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Mike to our practice!

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Rachel Maciog (or as we refer to her Dr. Rachel) to our practice! Dr. Rachel grew up in Connecticut and earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and a Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Connecticut (go Huskies!). Afterward, she went on to complete a General Practice Residency at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT.

Dr. Rachel says "There is nothing that makes me happier than being able to coach young or anxious patients through dental treatment, and have them leave the office smiling, and proud." Having had a lot of dental work herself as a child, she understands and is empathetic toward the needs of patients who may not enjoy coming to the dentist, or who may have had a bad experience in the past.

Dr. Rachel is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA) and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). She attends continuing education courses frequently, to stay up to date on the latest dental advancements to ensure she provides the highest quality and most comfortable dental care. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, going to different workout classes, cooking, baking, and occasionally binge-watching television shows.

Please join our entire team in welcoming Dr. Rachel Maciog to the practice.