Smilen Dental Group

10/22/2026

🎃👻 Brace yourselves for some boo-tiful smiles! 🦷🧡
Our ortho patients are looking fang-tastic this Halloween! 🧛‍♀️✨

10/19/2026

Understanding the Link Between Children’s Dental Health and Their Overall Development in North Haven, CT

How Does Oral Health Affect a Child's Physical Growth? Good dental health in childhood goes beyond just healthy teeth—it directly influences a child’s overall physical development. The condition of teeth...

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How Does Oral Health Affect a Child's Physical Growth? Good dental health in childhood goes beyond just healthy teeth—it directly influences a child’s overall p

10/19/2026

🎉💗 Shoutout to Liliana, our Squishmallow raffle winner! 🦄✨ We hope you love your new pink Squishmallow and have SO much fun with it! Thanks for being part of the Smilen fun! 🦷💕

10/16/2026

🦷💖 Happy Dental Hygiene Month!🪥✨

Help us celebrate our amazing dental hygienists who make every visit a little brighter and every smile a little healthier! 😁💙 A BIG shoutout to Ashley, Klaudia, Bri, Amy, Megan, Chelsea, and Courtney! 🎉

Thank you for all the care, kindness, and hard work you bring every day. From helping our patients keep their smiles sparkling to making everyone feel comfortable in the chair, we’re so lucky to have you on our team! 🪥🦷💕

Let’s hear it for the ladies who keep Smilen smiling! 🥳💖

10/12/2026

Understanding Pacifiers and Thumb Sucking: Benefits, Risks, and Helpful Weaning Strategies for Local Families

Why Do Children Use Pacifiers or Suck Their Thumbs? Using pacifiers or thumb sucking is a natural soothing behavior for many babies and toddlers. Most local families in North Haven,...

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Why Do Children Use Pacifiers or Suck Their Thumbs? Using pacifiers or thumb sucking is a natural soothing behavior for many babies and toddlers. Most local fam

10/09/2026

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT’S BEEN ONE YEAR?! 🎉🤍

It’s officially been one year since we opened the doors to our new home at 44 S Turnpike... and looking back, it’s hard to put into words just how much has happened in such a short time.

What started as a completely empty space has become a place filled with our team, our patients, their families, and so many memories. We’ve grown our team, welcomed so many new patients, celebrated milestones, created countless smiles, and watched this office truly become home.

This past year has been filled with change, challenges, exciting new beginnings, and so much growth. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has trusted us, supported us, and been part of this journey.

Take a walk through our office with us and see just how far we’ve come in one year. 🦷🤍

Here’s to the next chapter! 🥂✨

09/29/2026

✨Staff Spotlight:Sara! ✨

Sara earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of New Haven in 2004, where she was also inducted into the Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society. She has dedicated the past 22 years to dental hygiene, building her experience in progressive practices specializing in both general dentistry and prosthodontics.
Throughout her career, Sara has had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented dentists who invested in her professional development. Those experiences have helped shape her clinical knowledge and continue to influence the care she provides today.
Sara enjoys working with patients of all ages and believes that one of the most important parts of dental care is making each patient feel safe, comfortable, and heard.
Beyond her clinical experience, Sara brings a calm presence, a wealth of knowledge, and plenty of stories and wisdom to our team. We’re grateful for the experience and dedication she brings to Smilen and for always being there when we need an extra set of hands!
Thank you, Sara, for being part of our Smilen family! 🦷

Get to know Sara:

Favorite Color: All shades of Pink 🩷 🎨 
 Favorite Music Genre/Artists: Country Music!- Like Jordan Davis, Kenny Chesney and Old Dominion 
 Hobbies: Working Out 🏋️‍♀️ , Spending Time Outdoors, Driving RC Cars & Baking With her Kids.
Local Food Recommendations: Christos Restaurant & Bar hands down!
Children: One Daughter 🌸 & One Son 👾

Fun Facts: Sara loves spending this with her family. One of their favorite activities is Flying Kites At Harkness Park In Waterford with their collection of 25 kites! One kite is even 450 square feet 😱!  

09/28/2026

Emergency Steps for Parents When a Child Chips or Loses a Tooth

What Should You Do First If Your Child Damages a Tooth? If a child's tooth is chipped or knocked out, staying calm and acting quickly can protect their health and...

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What Should You Do First If Your Child Damages a Tooth? If a child's tooth is chipped or knocked out, staying calm and acting quickly can protect their health a

09/21/2026

A Parent’s Guide to Dental Sealants for Children in North Haven, CT

What Are Dental Sealants and How Do They Work? Dental sealants are thin, protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth—primarily molars—that help prevent tooth decay. Sealants...

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What Are Dental Sealants and How Do They Work? Dental sealants are thin, protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth—primarily molars—

09/14/2026

How to Recognize When Your Child Needs Early Dental Care in North Haven, CT

What Are the Red Flags That Warrant a Pediatric Dental Visit in North Haven, CT? Unexplained pain, visible changes in the mouth, or worrying symptoms often prompt parents to wonder...

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What Are the Red Flags That Warrant a Pediatric Dental Visit in North Haven, CT? Unexplained pain, visible changes in the mouth, or worrying symptoms often prom