Business Details
10 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Groton Dentist for Comprehensive Care
Gold Star Dental has been dedicated to transforming smiles and promoting oral health in Groton, Connecticut since 2016. Our practice is built on three core values: compassion, comfort, and care, ensuring every patient receives personalized attention in a stress-free environment. Led by Dr. Ruslan Maidans and Dr. Eleni Milas, our team combines modern technology with proven techniques to deliver comprehensive dental solutions. We specialize in preventive care, restorative treatments, and cosmetic dentistry, prioritizing patient education and transparent communication.With same-day emergency appointments and a focus on gentle procedures, we aim to make dental visits positive experiences. Our commitment extends beyond individual care to community wellness, serving Groton and surrounding areas including Mystic, Stonington, and New London. We maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering a welcoming atmosphere where patients feel valued and understood. Through continuous innovation and ethical practice, we strive to be the trusted choice for families seeking reliable dental care.
Services
Teeth Whitening
Sedation Dentistry
Root Canals
Six Month Braces
Dental Implants
Dentures
Invisible Aligners
Dental Emergencies
Cleaning and Prevention
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day emergency dental appointments for urgent needs
- Our team includes experienced dentists with advanced training
- We utilize modern technology for precise and efficient treatments
- Our practice emphasizes patient education and preventive care
- We maintain a welcoming environment for patients of all ages
What people say
Most comfortable experience
Best dentist I have met
Remembered my family
Look forward to visits
Gentle and thorough
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through biocompatible titanium fixtures fused with jawbone. This procedure prevents adjacent tooth damage while restoring natural function and aesthetics. Our practice offers customized implant-supported crowns, bridges, and dentures with precise placement techniques.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services deliver dramatic results using advanced bleaching agents and laser activation. We offer in-office sessions that brighten teeth up to ten shades while providing take-home maintenance kits. Our treatments effectively remove years of staining from food, drinks, and tobacco use.
Sedation Dentistry
We provide multiple sedation options including oral medications, inhaled gases, and IV sedation for anxious patients. These methods ensure comfortable experiences during complex procedures while maintaining patient safety. Our team tailors sedation levels to individual health needs and treatment requirements.
Six Month Braces
This accelerated orthodontic system focuses on visible front teeth alignment using specialized braces technology. Treatment typically completes within four to eight months while minimizing discomfort. We address cosmetic concerns like crowding and spacing without traditional long-term orthodontic commitments.
Root Canals
Our root canal treatments eliminate dental infections while preserving natural tooth structure using advanced techniques. Local anesthesia ensures pain-free procedures that remove inflamed tissue and seal tooth interiors. This restorative service prevents extraction while maintaining natural bite function.
People
Dr. Ruslan Maidans
Dentist
Dr. Maidans, a Connecticut Dental Association member, graduated from VCU School of Dentistry. He brings extensive experience from practices in California and Virginia, focusing on preventive care and patient education since 2016.
Dr. Eleni Milas
Dentist
Dr. Milas returns to Groton after 12 years of local practice, specializing in family dentistry. Her approach emphasizes patient comfort and preventive care, with particular expertise in treating nervous patients and children.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including implants, teeth whitening, sedation dentistry, root canals, and emergency care. Our practice also offers orthodontic solutions like Six Month Braces.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer same-day emergency appointments for urgent dental issues like severe pain, broken teeth, or lost fillings.
Are dental implants worth the investment?
Dental implants provide permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement that preserves jawbone health. They typically offer better long-term value compared to traditional bridges or dentures.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with patients to maximize insurance benefits, though we recommend verifying coverage details directly with your provider as policies vary.
What makes your practice different?
Our focus on patient comfort, combined with modern technology and personalized care, creates stress-free dental experiences while maintaining high clinical standards.
