Our Standards... As we are committed to rendering quality dental care to our patients, these results can only be achieved by maintaining the highest standards of treatment. This is achieved by developing an individualized comprehensive treatment plan for each patients needs. We then incorporate education based hygiene and both restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve and maintain oral health. For new patients and any developing emergency situations, we do our very best to see and care for you as soon as possible.

Patient Education for Prevention... The team at Hockessin Dental believes that creating an informed and educated patient is the best way to achieve dental health. This entails a focus on the delivery of proactive oral health care compared to reactionary disease care. Thorough exams of the teeth and supporting gums, along with necessary x-rays, enable us to diagnose any existing problems and to avoid any foreseen future impediments to optimal health. We then take the time to inform our patients of the reasons for recommended treatments, the results we expect to achieve, and how to maintain a long term healthy smile. A continuous evaluation of all of our patientsmedical histories is also incorporated to aid in determining the best treatments to maintain dental and general health.

Infection Control & Patient Safety... The maintenance of a safe work place and infection control is essential to our office. We maintain the highest standards of sterilization and cross contamination prevention to protect both patients and staff by following the strict standards established by the American Dental Association, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and the Center for Disease Control.We also incorporate the use of digital x-rays in our office toreduce radiation exposure by 90% as compared to conventional x-rays.

A Positive Patient Experience... We believe that establishing an individualized, trusting relationship is essential in the development of successful patient-doctor interactions. We continuously work our hardest to deliver a positive and relaxing experience in an environment that is comforting to our patients. We welcome referrals from all patients, and we appreciate any recommendations as to ways we may better serve our family of patients.

Gabriela was born in Brazil. She is the oldest of two sisters. She and her husband lived in Colorado for 2 years prior to moving to Delaware. Gabriela has over 12 years experience in the dental field as she was a practicing dentist in Brazil for over 7 years.. She has extensive experience with patient care as well as research in the dental field and in orthodontics.. Gabriela has a love for the beach and would often enjoy walks home from her dental office by the water. Gabriela and her husband are proud parents of their three year old daughter and enjoy spending their free time with her and their golden retriever, Theo. Additionally, she enjoys reading and expanding her cooking skills with new recipes. Gabriele has a strong Italian heritage and would someday love to visit Italy and Israel. Her soft spoken and gentle personality help to create a comfortable atmospherethroughout the whole office.

Nancy was born in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, and was then raised in Delaware. She is the proud mother of two wonderful sons and three 'fur babies, and she is the loving grandmother of four grandchildren. Having been in the dental field for 40 years collectively, Nancy started her career in dentistry as a dental assistant and Dr. Scheff had the opportunity to work with her at the Wilmington Hospital Dental Clinic. She then continued her dental education at Delaware Tech and became a hygienist. Nancy also proudly works part time as an Adjunct Instructor at the dental assistant program at Delaware Tech. Nancy prides herself on providing the best in both patient care and education along with developing personal relationships to make each dental visit enjoyable to her patients. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, shopping, refurbishing old furniture, and experiencing new adventures including skydiving. At some point in her lifetime, she hopes to expand her adventures with trips to Paris and Hawaii. Nancys genuine personality, warm laughter, and sense of humor help to ensure a pleasant patient experience and make her a first class asset to our team.

Louise was born in New Jersey, and she moved to Newark, Delaware, when she was six years old. She received her Biology Degree from James Madison University, and she keeps in touch with her college friends with regular visits to the Virginia area. Louise has experience in many aspects of the dental field. Before becoming a Hygienist, she spent three years as a dental assistant. Louise is also an Adjunct Instructor at Delaware Tech, where she teaches a hygiene class and a dental assisting class. In her free time, Louise enjoys going to the beach, spending time with friends, and doing yoga. She loves to travel, and she hasnt found a Caribbean island that she hasnt liked. Louises combination of intelligence and outgoing personality makes her an asset to our office.

Stacy was born in Pennsylvania and grew up in Claymont, Delaware, with her parents and older sister. She currently resides in Wilmington with her fianceand her two children. Stacy has been in the dental field since 2008 working both as an assistant as well as maintaining the office front desk. She enjoys spending her free time enjoying the great outdoors with her daughter. They head to the beach any chance they get! Stacy would love to someday go overseas and visit Italy and France. She is very easy to engage in conversation and prides herself on being a great listener. Stacy's kindhearted demeanor helps ensure patients have a comfortable dental experience!

Wendy was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, with her two older brothers. She is proud to note that her parents have been happily married for over 66 years! Wendy and her family moved around the county “a lot,” as she has lived in 10 different states throughout her life. Many of the states she resided in more than once. Wendy graduated from dental hygiene school in 1989 and has been practicing for over 30 years. During her time away from the dental office, she can often be found outdoors hiking or on the golf course. Wendy also enjoys baking and has an extensive catalog of gluten free desserts and treats. Wendy has tried out for the show “Amazing Race” two times (the third time is a charm) and is an avid music fan having attended over 300 concerts. Wendy’s welcoming smile and easy going personality help to keep many patients looking forward to their visits