It is often said that a natural and healthy smile is the ultimate asset. It shows your confidence, good nature, and good health.What do you need to do to get that healthy smile?Start with quality dental care, administered by a qualified and compassionate dentist.

Dr. Padilla is here to serve you in a comfortable and professional atmosphere. It is an atmosphere of mutual understanding, where she will work with you to formulate a treatment plan that will give you the most effective and longest-lasting results. She enjoys treating entire families, from children to grandparents. Always mindful of each particular patient's needs, she takes pride in going the extra mile to ensure your loved ones receive the very finest care. As your family's needs grow and change, she will be there to recommend and provide the best care available.

Dr. Padilla was born and raised in the Phillipines, but has considered Connecticut her home for the past 30 years. She completed her B.S. in Biological Sciences at the University of Connecticut in 1987 and her Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in 1991. She also completed her general practice residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City in 1993. Dr. Padilla is a member of the American Dental Association, a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistryand continues to garner further education towards becoming aMaster of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Padilla is a loving and doting mother to two children, James and Sabrina. Dr. Padilla enjoys cooking with a penchant for Filipino and Spanish cuisine; Dr. Padilla is a rabid UCONN Women's basketball fan!

Your smile is a reflection of who you are. Technological and scientific advances have made restoring and improving your smile more comfortable and easier than ever. Dr. Lee believes that communication is of utmost importance. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of your needs, fears,and goals, it is possible to devise a plan that will mesh what is desiredwith what is possible.

Dr. Lee--the son of Margaret and renowned forensic scientist, Henry C. Lee--was born in New York City and has been a resident of Connecticut forover35 years. He received both his Bachelor of Artsin Biology and his Doctor of Dental Medicine degrees from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Following graduation, he went into aprivate practice setting in New Haven with a particular focus on treating anxious and dental phobic patients. After 11 years of successfullyliberating patients fromthe fear and avoidance cycle, Dr. Lee has partnered with Dr. Padilla to bring his calming approach to the Hartford area.

As a member of the Hartford Dental Society, Connecticut State Dental Association, American Dental Association, and a Fellowin the Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Lee is committed to staying current on the latest advances in materials and techniques. Heserved asa member of the Annual Scientific Session Council for the Connecticut State Dental Association for 10 years and as the Exhibits Chairman for the Charter Oak Dental Meeting for 5 years. Dr. Lee is currentlya board member of the Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach--a group dedicated to the annual Mission of Mercy project in which the dental community comes togetherto deliver free dental care to thousands of individuals over a 2 day event. Dr. Lee is honored to havebeen recognized by his peersinHartford Magazine 's 'Top Dentists' issuefrom2008-2014.