Dr. Jeannine Donahue feels lucky to be able to truly say I love what I do. Being a Dentist is more than just fixing teeth. She values the importance of developing a bond and trust with her patients, learning about their families and life experiences.
Dr. Donahue grew up on Long Island, NY where she completed a Bachelors Degree at Adelphi University and played NCAA lacrosse. She attended Stony Brook University, obtained her Dental Degree and graduated with the award in Geriatric Dental Care. Dr. Donahue also participated in a dental outreach mission to Chile and served children in Curarrehue.
Upon graduating dental school, Dr. Donahue completed her residency in General Practice at New York Medical College. Here she gained experience working in the Operating Room, Emergency Room and Family Health Clinic at Phelps Memorial Hospital, Westchester Medical Center and Open Door Family Health Center. Her desire for continued learning of implant dentistry, lead her to accept a second year Chief Residency position at Montefiore Hospital in Bronx, NY. Through this program, Dr. Donahue focused on restoring full mouth dental implant rehabilitation cases and cosmetic dentistry.
Prior to joining the Fairfield Dental Arts team, Dr. Donahue worked in private practice in New York under her maiden name Dr. Holz. She is now married to her high school sweetheart. They have escaped the Long Island bubble and made the move to Connecticut. Dr. Donahue enjoys spending time with her family, her dog named Jemma and her yellow bearded dragon named Richard.
'The thing I love most of dentistry is the connection I develop with my patients. I believe that great dentistry goes beyond every day oral care. It demands open and honest conversation between doctor and patient, it requires trust. These conversations and the trust that follows allows me to customize each and every patients treatment plan to suit all of their needs to provide them with a healthy, and stable smile they can be proud of. There is nothing more rewarding to me than the relationships I forge with my patients and seeing the smile we created together at each and every visit.
Dr. Forella graduated with honors with a BS in Neuroscience from University of Pittsburgh, She then went on to receive her DDS from New York University College of Dentistry. There, she graduated with the highest honors and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Fraternity. She continued her training at Jacobi Medical Center where she completed a one year group practice residency. During this residency, she received extensive training in all aspects of dentistry including restoration of single and multi-unit dental implants, extractions, cosmetic dentistry, root canal and Invisalign. Dr. Forella is constantly seeking to stay ahead of her field ensuring that she provide the best possible care to her patients with cutting edge techniques, materials and technologies. Dr. Forella is member of the American Dental Association and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 525 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestSteven Goldberger
a year ago
Great staff!!!
Richard Pearlberg
a year ago
Always have a great experience (as far as going to the dentist). Met Dana for the first time today and she did a great job.
Stacey Wahlberg
a year ago
Dr Donahue is the best dentist. She is thorough, takes her time to explain things to you and doesn't try to sell you something you don't need. She is conservative and practical in her approach which is refreshing! I would recommend anyone to her. To tell you how much I like her, I travel from Southbury to Fairfield (45 min drive) because I like her that much!
Keila L
a year ago
So glad I chose them as my dental practice. Dr. Donahue is always so personable along with the staff. Marty is always very accommodating. Overall their customer service experience and their treatment and explanations are superb. They exceed my expectations every time. Thanks for the great service!
Chris Waldron
a year ago
Really enjoy this practice. Great experience from check-in to cleaning to dentist review. Very friendly and professional staff
Marie Hayes
a year ago
Always warm and welcoming, Fairfield Dental Arts has layers of protection for both its staff and its patients. Irene, you are the Best Dental Hygienist!! I am always so relaxed in your chair and your care!
Susan Ward
a year ago
They take such good care of myself and my family
Debbie Portnay
a year ago
As always Tania and the whole safe we're professional, knowledgeable and friendly
Donna Curran
a year ago
Professional, knowledgeable, thorough and understabdable explanation of condition and treatment. Highly recommend.
Sibyl Meyer
a year ago
Fantastic staff... very comforting and professional! Excellent dentistry!
Brian Anyinam
2 years ago
Highly recommend! Great staff! Make you feel very comfortable
Alfonse Campo
2 years ago
Hygienist appointment today. Very professional. All went smoothly
Wilfred Brown
2 years ago
I had a wonderful experience, everyone was extremely competent and professional. I would highly recommend this practice!
Joseph Firgeleski
2 years ago
Excellent cleaning from Tanya. Staff is fantastic!
Jennifer Slack
2 years ago
Always great care! Friendly and professional. The best dental practice around!
R Chatterjee
2 years ago
Friendly and so professional! Best in Fairfield County by far
Naomi Amezquita
2 years ago
Excellent teeth cleaning and exam with Justina. She's very thorough, professional, and friendly. Looking forward to my next cleaning!
Morton Potoff
2 years ago
The staff is superb. They all are friendly and very efficient. It's nice to go to a doctors office who is always on time. Finally, and most important, they are great taking care of their patients!!
Armando Anderson
2 years ago
Dana & the entire staff are great. Highly recommended.
Ginnie
2 years ago
Very pleased with Dana who did a great job cleaning my teeth.
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