If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced dentist in Berlin, you have come to the right place. At our practice, you will receive the highest quality dental care. Our dental office uses the latest state-of-the-art equipment and cutting edge technology and we uphold the strictest sterilization techniques. We know that many people may feel anxious about coming to the dentist, so it is our goal to make your visit with us as pain and anxiety free as possible. We view it as our mission to educate our patients about all of their oral health care options and to help guide them to choose a treatment plan that is most suitable and appropriate for their needs.

We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover credit cards as well as cash and personal checks. we offer no interest in low interest financing fromCareCredit. We participate with many insurance plans including those listed below. To find out if we accept your plan, please call our office.

Dr. Michael Katz received his undergraduate education at the University of Connecticut, earning a degree in Allied Health Sciences. He received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of New England School of Dental Medicine. Dr Katz has also had rigorous training in endodontics, oral surgery and dental implant surgery as well as treating children. Dr Katz is married to his wonderful wife Cara and resides in West Hartford with their 2 golden doodles, Cliff and Clyde. When not treating patients or attending continuing dental education, he enjoys basketball, snowboarding, hiking with his dogs and traveling. Dr Katz strives to provide excellent care in a family friendly environment.

Dr. Marcinczyk was born and educated in Poland. She attended university in Warsaw with a degree in engineering. When she immigrated to the United States sixteen years ago, she had the opportunity to fulfill her dream of becoming a dentist. She entered and graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, and then pursued a postgraduate Residency Program at St. Francis Hospital, Hartford, in General Dentistry with special training in implant surgery, root canal procedures, and Invisalign. She joined the practice with Dr. Katz in 2009, and has so very much enjoyed caring for her patients and the office environment. In her spare time, she enjoy bicycling, traveling, art, her dear friends, caring for her elderly parents, and her beautiful Blue Point Persian cat, Mimi.

Dr. Viagrande is a graduate of theUniversity of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, with over 30 years in general practice focusing on cosmetics, oral reconstruction and dental implants. He works in conjunction with several of the Hartford areas top specialists to be able to provide you and your family a quality of dental care second to none.

Over the course of his professional career, he has been a member of TheAmerican Dental Association, TheConnecticut State Dental Association, New Britain Dental Society, The Dental Society of Greater Southington, TheAmerican Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry,American Academy of Implant Dentistry, The Seattle Implant Study Society (national), and The New Britain Implant Study Society. Through these groups, Dr. Viagrande participates in hundreds of hours of continuing education.Several times over the past decade, he has been voted as one of Connecticuts Top Dentists, by his PEERS, inHartford Magazines annual survey. He currently maintains a part-time position with the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. as a clinical instructor in the Advanced General Residency Program.

In his free time, Dr.Viagrande volunteers at Mt. Southington during the winter months, volunteers at the Special Olympics, is part of a Take a Vet (veteran) Fishing Group, and donates his time and skills to Mission of Mercy (The CSDA program that donates dental services to CT residents in need free of charge) for several years. In 2005 he received the Order of Blue Knight award for recognition of outstanding service to High School students of Southington. He also supports all Berlin School Youth Programs, and supports the Narcotic Enforcement Officers Association (non-profit educational organization). He is an avid skier and fisherman, who can never pass up a day at the beach with his family. He resides with his wife, Catherine, and his two sons in Southington.

Dr. Baclija grew up in New York and graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree. She then earned a General Practice Residency certificate from the postgraduate training program at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. Dr. B loves getting to know her patients and providing gentle, compassionate, and thorough dental care. In her free time she enjoys traveling, reading, and cooking.

Debbie has worked with Dr Viagrande for over sixteen years. Previous to this, she held positions as a Supervisor for Cigna Dental Benefits Claims Department and as a dental software computer trainer for a northeast regional computer dental software company. In addition, Debbie has held several managerial positions in other dental offices before working with Dr Viagrande. Debbies personal interests include cooking, baking, gardening, reading, bird watching and being a diehard Red Sox Fan.

Debbies main focus is to help our patients obtain the care and smile they desire and to take the stress out of the financial aspects. She works closely with insurance companies to ensure that patients utilize their benefits to their fullest potential. Debbie acts as a liaison between the doctors treatment plan and each patient account on an individual basis, utilizing interest free payment plans to help make the right treatment affordable for all patients. Her monthly responsibilities include tracking insurance submissions, and statement billing. If you have a financial question, please call for Debbie.

Judith Zuffelato, RDH is a graduate of the Fones School of Dental Hygiene, University of Bridgeport. Judy has practiced dental hygiene for over 35 years, and has been with Dr. Viagrande for over 20 years in two offices. During those 35 years, Judy has also assumed the duties of a GP dental assistant, oral surgery assistant and orthodontic assistant. Judy has been a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association, and the Connecticut Dental Hygiene Association. She attends numerous continuing education courses annually, is certified in CPR, and is active in several local hygiene societies. Judy still looks forward to treating and caring for patients with compassion.

When not performing professional services, Judy can be found in any of several community service organizations and is a fixture in the church food booth at the Berlin Fair. She resides in Berlin with her husband and has three children.

After graduating with a Masters Degree from University of Bialystok in Poland, Emilia moved to the United States and started her career in the dental field. She found her passion for dental hygiene while working as a dental assistant. She earned an Associates Degree in Science from Tunxis Community College in 2013.

With her experience, Emilia will make every patient comfortable. She enjoys taking continuing education courses to stay up to date with the newest technology available in dentistry. She maintains her professional membership with American Dental Hygienists Association, Connecticut Dental Hygienists Association, and Hartford Dental Hygienists Association. She puts her heart in everything she does and always strives for perfection while providing hygiene services to her patients.

Emilia is trained in oral cancer screening, and is certified in CPR, and local anesthesia. She also obtained Radiation Health and Safety Certificate and Infection Control Certificate. Emilia is a hard working member of our team who treats patients based on their individual needs. She believes that oral health is important because it is strongly associated with systemic health. Since she is fluent in Polish, she can accurately explain a recommended treatment to the Polish speaking patients.

Agnieszka Pyc, RDH graduated from Tunxis Community College with an Associates degree in Science in 2012. She is a Registered Dental Hygienist, and is certified to administer Local Anesthesia, and CPR. Agnieszka is responsible for clinical patient contact and treatment.

She loves working with patients and is very gentle. Agnieszka is very enthusiastic about her chosen career, and her priority is making patients comfortable.She speaks fluent Polish and can be an accurate translator for a Polish patient.

Agnieszka also holds the position of General Manager at her husbands manufacturing business. She has two little ones and recently celebrated the birth off her third child. She likes to spend her free time with her family.

Izabella is happily married and the proud mom of two children, one to soon be a future pilot Her friendly demeanor chair side puts patients at ease. She works closely chairside helping doctor give you the best of gentle care.

Magdalena obtained her training at the Dental School in Pozna, Poland. After coming to the US with her family, she earned a Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from Tunxis Community College in 2010. She stays current in treatment modalities through constant dental education seminars. She has worked various private practice settings and has volunteered with Connecticut Dental Mission of Mercy since 2008. Her unbridled professional enthusiasm, education and gentle touch combine to deliver superior individualized preventative care. She is bilingual in English/Polish.

In her spare time, Magdalena enjoys hiking, dancing, bicycling, oil painting, and whale watching. She is a certified organic gardener and has traveled extensively on five continents. But her favorite way to spend time is with her family and beloved grandchildren.