New Haven Dental Group has been serving the communities in and around Haven County for more than four decades. While our techniques and technology have advanced throughout the years, one thing has remained the same: our dedication to providing comfortable, conservative care. Our goal is to use the lightest touch possible while still achieving reliable, functional results. This conservative approach aims to shorten your recovery time and reduce your financial obligation so you can get the treatment you need without suffering a significant disruption to your life. We are able to do this thanks to the outstanding quality and experience of our team. After your first visit to our dental office, we hope you will clearly understand why our dental office has stood the test of time.

If everyone in your family visits a different dental office, you may have to run all over town when it is time for your household to receive dental care. Thanks to New Haven Dental Group, you can leave such inconveniences in the past. Our team has years of experience in treating patients of all ages, so whether it is time for your childs checkup or you are in need of restorative treatment, you can rely on us to help you. We want you and your loved ones to feel right at home starting with your very first visit.

New Haven Dental Group has dental offices in New Haven, Woodbridge, Hamden, and Branford, meaning that even if you move out of Woodbridge, you may still be close to the excellent care we provide. Each location is staffed with an expert team, wherein every member is committed to providing your family with the personalized, high-quality care you deserve. We are proud to save our patients time and money by bringing world-class dental care practically to their doorstep!

Inherent in these values is our commitment to providing high-quality dental care to patients of all races, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, national origins and ethnicities. We are committed to an inclusive workforce with equal opportunities for all employees and know we are at our best when we are working together. We believe our diversity is our strength and connects us to the patients and communities we serve.

New Haven Dental Group is proud to have such a fine team of highly skilled and compassionate dentists leading the staff at each of our locations. Whether you visit us in Woodbridge or at one of our other dental offices, you can trust that you will receive treatment from a kind and friendly professional who has spent years honing their knowledge and skills. To start getting to know our wonderful dentists, click on the photos below.

Dr. Dessereaux earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Roger Williams University Gabelli School of Business. Shortly after, he worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative for 3 years. After working at the pharmaceutical company he felt he had a higher calling so he decided to attend the University of Rhode Island to complete my pre-dental course work. He eventually earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Cum Laude from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in Buffalo, NY. Following graduation he completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program at the Hudson Valley VA Medical Center in Hudson Valley, NY. While attending this program he became well versed in many aspects of dentistry, including but not limited to the following; Restorative and Prosthetic dentistry both fixed and removable, extractions and socket preservation, Periodontics, and Endodontics. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and the Connecticut State Dental Association. Dr. Dessereaux enjoys fishing, watersports, snow skiing, cooking, camping, and hiking.

Dr. Pucci limits his practice to periodontics with specialized services in surgical implant dentistry. As a periodontist, Dr Pucci has been specially trained in both surgical and non-surgical procedures to eliminate gum diseases, soft tissue grafting procedures to correct gum recession and root sensitivity, and bone grafting procedures that enhance the amount of bone support around teeth. His training also includes bone regeneration procedures to enhance the amount of bone in areas of the jaw where there are missing teeth. As an implantologist, Dr Pucci is certified in 7 different implant systems and has been placing dental implants for the past 25 years. Dr. Pucci prides himself on the ability to deliver the highest quality of care with a light touch and a gentle, caring bedside manner.

Dr. James E. Pucci graduated from Yale University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in psychology. In 1991,he earned his doctorate of Dental Medicine from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. In that same year, Dr. Pucci entered a specialized residency program in periodontology and implantology. He graduated from Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry in 1993 where he received his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in periodontology.

Dr. Pucci is an active member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Periodontology. He also gained membership into the American Academy of Osseointegration, the American College of Oral Implantology, and The International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He served on the Insurance Council of the Connecticut State Dental Association. Dr. Pucci also served as an adjunct professor for the University of New Haven Dental hygiene program where he teaches DH327 Periodontology.