Dr. Michael Trofa attended Wesleyan University for his undergraduate training where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. He then continued his education in Philadelphia, where he studied at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and received his D.M.D. in 2010.
Following dental school, Dr. Trofa completed a one year General Practice Residency at New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City. This year provided advanced training in all aspects of dentistry, as well as a rotation at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a member of the dental oncology team.
In 2011 Dr. Trofa began his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the University of Connecticut. During his advanced specialty training, he also completed medical school and earned his M.D. in 2014 from the University of Connecticut, as well as completing two years of general surgery training.
The training provided during his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery residency included the full scope of oral surgery, orthognathic surgery, temporomandibular joint surgery, cleft and craniofacial surgery, major head and neck trauma, general anesthesia IV sedation, facial cosmetic surgery, dental implants and bone grafts, dental alveolar surgery, full arch fixed construction, all-on-four, and treatment of wisdom teeth.
Dr. Trofa has lived in Connecticut for over 25 years and grew up in Wilton. He lives with his wife, Kim. Outside of work he enjoys soccer, golf, lifting, skiing. squash, and spending time outdoors with his dog.
Dr. Kevin McLaughlin graduated from the University of Vermont in 1977 with a major in Math and a minor in Religion. He continued his education at the University Of Connecticuts School Of Dental Medicine where he received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine in 1982. Residency training began at St. Marys hospital in Waterbury, CT completing a general practice residency in Dentistry. Dr. McLaughlin then attended the Montefiore Hospital and medical center in the Bronx, NY for his oral and maxillofacial surgical residency training from 1985-1988.
Dr. McLaughlin is a member of several different state and national dental societies including the Greater Norwalk Dental Society, Connecticut Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Dentists, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.
Dr. McLaughlin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (board certified). He is also a Diplomate of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and is certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
Norwalk Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery was opened by Dr. McLaughlin in 1990. Dr. McLaughlin is passionate about his profession and particularly enjoys providing his patients comfort and reassurance in what can often be an anxious situation for them.
Dr. McLaughlin resides in New Canaan, CT with his wife and two daughters. His recreational hobbies and interests include golf, running, travel, biking, and photography. Additionally, he is very involved in community and church service organizations. He is the past president of the New Canaan Rotary Club and continues to be an active member.
Your first visit will be a comprehensive examination and assessment of your case, includinga review of information provided by your dentist. If necessary, diagnostic x-rays will be taken,so that your situation can be thoroughly evaluated and the ideal treatment plan can be determined. Your doctor will discuss your diagnosis, explain procedures and sedation options, and create a treatment plan that best fits your individual needs. Any questions you may have will be addressed at this time.
We consider it an honor to care for your oral surgery needs and greatly appreciate the trust you place in us to do so. We will do everything we can to make your visit as comfortable as possible. Every patient is unique, and we are committed to providing you with high-qualitycare based on your individual needs.