Michael Dr. Mike Maroon, DMD, FACE, FAGD has been changing peoples lives for over 25 years. He is an expert Cosmetic Dentist in Connecticut with a complete understanding of Functional Esthetic Dentistry and restoring smiles with the latest technology and finest materials that dentistry has to offer in a comfortable, caring, fun environment. He is truly an artist, and patients come from all over the world for an original Maroon smile!

Originally from Methuen, Massachusetts, Dr. Mike received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1982 from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1986 from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Since then, he has dedicated his life to staying on the leading edge of dentistry and has received numerous awards for this commitment to excellence. He has earned Fellowships in the Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics, the Academy of General Dentistry, the International Academy of Dental/Facial Esthetics, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and a Master in the International Academy of Implant Prosthodontics.

Dr. Mike has trained with some of the most recognized dentists in the world and has received advanced training in Functional Esthetic Dentistry from the Center for Advanced Dental Education in St. Petersburg, Florida, and the Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Mike has also received advanced training in Functional Orthodontics and utilizes the knowledge he has obtained to provide you with the best that dentistry has to offer!

He has also received Advanced Aesthetic Certification and Advanced Full-Mouth Restoration Certification from the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum in San Francisco, California, and Master Aesthetic Certification from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Las Vegas, Nevada and has been an instructor at both programs. In addition, Dr. Mike has received advanced training in Dental Implantology by completing the maxi course in implant dentistry from the Brookdale Hospital & New York University School of Dentistry in New York, New York. He is a member of many prominent national, state & local dental organizations, including the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Mike has published articles in several major dental journals on clinical dentistry, philosophy & practice management, has lectured all over the world, and is a guest lecturer & clinician at the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, California. He is the editor & publisher of The Dental Leader Newsletter which is a bi-monthly newsletter for the dental profession that has subscribers from all over the world and is a co-founder of the Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics, a professional dental organization that hosts dental seminars that introduces new techniques and materials to dentists and their teams bi-annually at international locations. Dr. Mike is also the host of Video Team Training, a monthly program that reaches thousands of dental professionals around the world. This gives him the opportunity to meet and interview some of the dentistry leaders for personal and professional development.

From Super Bowl heroes to Personal Growth & Development experts like Anthony Robbins, Dr. Mike brings his unique approach to dentistry and his incredible interviewing style to help others in the profession succeed. Dr. Mike is also a consultant to several major dental manufacturers and helps in the development and evaluation of new dental products before they are introduced to the dental profession. He has also been interviewed on local and national radio and television about the benefits of Functional Esthetic Dentistry and is considered an expert on the subject. His clients range from high-profile celebrities to everyday people.

Dont let all his awards fool you! Dr. Mike is one of the friendliest and nicest people you will ever meet. He has received offers from dentists all over the country to move to New York City, Dallas, San Diego, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston & Seattle to join some high-end Esthetic Dental practices, yet he has chosen to stay and provide Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry in Connecticut. He and his family live in Connecticut and heres why:

I just love Central Connecticut. The people here are some of the finest Ive ever met. I know that I have open offers to practice with some of the finest dentists in the world, and Im honored to be considered one of them, but I dont want to leave this area. I am proud to live in this area and look forward to attracting people to the Connecticut area.

Originally from Ukraine, Dr. Nataliia Lysa has both a DMD and DDS degree. She began her dental career as a dental assistant for one of the top dental practices in Ukraine. That experience spurred her on to become a dentist herself, and she received a DMD degree from Ternopil State Medical University in Ternopil, Ukraine, in 2013. She and her husband immigrated to the USA in 2016, and she attended and received a DDS degree from the University of Michigan Dental School in 2019. She has over 11 years of experience in the dental field as both a dental assistant and a practicing dentist.

In those 11 years, Dr. Lysa has won numerous honors. She was a 3rd Place Winner at the National Dental Olympiad for top dental students in Ukraine. She was Valedictorian of her graduating dental school class (#1 of 125 students) and achieved Summa Cum Laude honors at Ternopil State Medical University in Ternopil, Ukraine. She ranked in the top 10% of her University of Michigan Dental School class and received both the Emerging Educator Award and the Arthur H. Merritt Award in Periodontics from U of M.

Dr. Lysa is known for excellent communication & clinical skills. She provides comfortable, personalized care for each patient. She understands the importance of treating each patient based on their own unique situation. She is very detail-oriented and precise in the delivery of care. She enjoys getting to know her clients and sharing information about dentistry with people.