Back from left: Paula Lopes, Rita Casserly, Melissa Donovan, Gerilynne Baiei
Front from left: Katie Donovan, Karen Dunn, Dr Jackie Ficalora, Christine Makarewicz 

                Dr. Ficalora has been treating patients’ dental needs for 30 years.  Experience has made her a caring and empathetic dentist with incredible knowledge in almost every facet of the field.  Her conservative approach is refreshing and reassuring.  “If you were my son” is a genuine statement that she believes in and abides by.  Her staff has evolved along with her to include loyal employees like Rita, whose knowledge of insurance is priceless for our patients,  and Karen who have been working with her for the past 20 years. Her dental assistants, Paula and Geri, have calming and reassuring personalities and help keep Dr. Ficalora timely and efficient.  Four  hygienists including Karen, Melissa, Katy and Christine each have their own dedicated following.  A balance of being thorough and gentle, paying attention to detail, and trying hard to get to know you, will make you happy to come in for your routine 6 month cleanings.  

The choice of adding Dr. Elizabeth Brachowicz was easy!  She believes in our philosophy of treating everyone like family.  Her honest, caring approach will put any patient at ease. 
​Dr. Liz is originally from Brazil, and moved to the U.S. at the age of sixteen. She married her long time college sweetheart and just had her first baby, Zachary. On her free time, she enjoys kayaking, hiking and changing diapers!

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Our Mission

We are dedicated to the art and science of creating healthy, beautiful smiles.  Our goal is to make every patient feel special and to treat you like a member of our own family.  We realize that some patients may  feel apprehensive about their visit to the dentist.  It is important to us to do everything we can to pamper you.  We provide a relaxing atmosphere, this includes massage chairs, a coffee station, blankets and neck pillows.