The Wonderful Staff at Dental Associates of Delaware

Thursday, August 27, 2009 by Elana Krutoff
The staff at Dental Associates of Delaware is, by far, the most extraordinary group of I have had the privilege of working with. As a dental assistant at the Brandywine office for over twelve years, I can attest to the sincerity and devotion to our patients' dental care and overall health. I can honestly say we would not be the team we are without the continued support and guidance of our doctors and administratin. Because of their commitement and loyalty, I am just one of many employees who look forward to celebrating fifteen, twenty, and twenty-five or more years of service. These days, that is a rare find. I am grateful everyday to be able to enjoy my job with the added bonus of having life long friends.

- Leslie Crowley, Dental Assistant for Dr. Howard Giles

Dental Associates of Delaware
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Best Dental Group Delaware has to Offer!

Monday, May 4, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

Looking for a new dentist? We are the largest Dental Group Delaware has to offer.  We have 4 locations in New Castle County.  Our offices are located in Brandywine, Middletown, Greenville and Hockessin.  All of our doctors are highly skilled and experienced in General and Cosmetic Dentistry.  If you are looking for the best dental care delaware has to offer, you have found it.  We encourage you to visit our website for more information regarding cosmetic and family dentistry. 

If you would like to schedule an appointment please call one of our offices listed below:

Brandywine (302) 477-4900

 

Middletown - (302) 378-8600



Greenville - (302) 656-8219



Hockessin - (302) 239-5917

The Facts about "Dental Insurance"

Tuesday, March 24, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

Dental insurance is a great supplement to help offset some of the costs associated with routine dental care. We strive to maximize your

Generally, dental insurance only pays a portion of your dental care.  We strive to maximize your insurance benefits based on your coverage and policy limitations.  

Your specific insurance plan is a contract purchased by your employer from an insurance provider.  The terms of the plan are set by your employer.  Most employers offer several tiers of plans with different coverage schedules, deductibles and maximum allowances.  At all times, you can be confident that we will always provide you with our best services without regard to the limitations imposed by your insurance coverage.  To do otherwise would violate our contract with you — a contract we feel morally obliged to honor.  

There are as many different dental plans as there are contracts.  Your employer has selected your plan and is ultimately responsible for how your contract is designed.  Remember, Whether your plan covers a major portion of your dental bill, or only a small amount, dental benefits are good for patients because they help pay for needed treatment.  It is important to know that each contract will specify what types of procedures are considered for benefits. Even if a procedure is medically or dentally necessary, it may be excluded from your contract.  This does not mean that you do not need the procedure.  It simply means that your dental plan will not consider the procedure for payment.  For example discretionary dental services such as cosmetic dentistry and some necessary services such as dental implants or night guards are often excluded from a dental plan.





 

H. Dean McSpadden, DDS, MAGD

Friday, January 30, 2009 by Elana Krutoff




Dr. McSpadden is a native of Wilmington who graduated from Friends School in 1967. After working as a musician for 5 years, he graduated with honors from the University of Delaware in 1976, from the state University of Buffalo School of Dentistry in 1980 and completed an internship at Wilmington Hospital in 1981 .He has maintained a private practice in Greenville and then on Rockland Road since that time. Dr. McSpadden received a Fellowship from The Academy of General Dentistry in 1985 and became a Master in the Academy in 2005. He is a member of the Delaware State Dental Society, the American Dental Association and is past President of the Delaware State Dental Board. Dr. McSpadden is also a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the L.D.Pankey Institute for Advanced Restorative Dentistry. As a member of The Crown Council, Dr. McSpadden has been involved with the National Smiles for Life Foundation which has raised over $20 million for children's charities. Dr. McSpadden and his staff have raised almost $100,000 in Delaware for this cause.

Ian K. Binnersley, DDS

Thursday, January 15, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

 

Prior to his residency at the Christiana Health Care System, Dr. Binnersley graduated from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 1996. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Delaware State Dental Society. Dr. Binnersley has attended courses at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

Michael J. Ryan, DDS

Thursday, January 15, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

 

After completing his undergraduate studies at Duke University, Dr. Ryan graduated from the University of North Carolina Dental School in 1992. Dr. Ryan completed his residency at the Christiana Care Health System. Entering private practice in 1993, Dr. Ryan became the second to join our Middletown Office. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Delaware State Dental Society, Academy for Sports Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Academy of General Dentistry. In Addition, Dr. Ryan has completed courses at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

Greg C. Hansen, DDS

Thursday, January 15, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

 

Dr. Hansen graduated from Swarthmore College in 1982 and earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Temple University in 1986. He was the first to join our Middletown office in 1987. He is also a member of the American Dental Association, Delaware State Dental Society and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Erik S. Bradley, DDS

Thursday, January 15, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

Prior to entering private practice in 1991, Dr. Bradley received his dental degree at the University of North Carolina. He then completed his residency at the University of Maryland. Dr Bradley joined the group in 1992. He is an active member of the American Dental Association, Delaware State Dental Society, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of Stomatology and the Delaware Academy of Practice Management. Dr Bradley has completed courses at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and is trained in Neuromuscular Dentistry.

Richard J. Carroccia, DMD

Thursday, January 15, 2009 by Elana Krutoff

 

A graduate of the Boston University School
of Graduate Dentistry, Dr. Carroccia has
practiced Restorative Dentistry for over twelve
years.  In addition to his dental degree from
Boston, Dr. Carroccia has  completed several
courses at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for
Advanced Dental Studies.  The training he has
received from LVI has encouraged Dr. Carroccia
to concentrate on Aesthetic and Cosmetic
Dentistry as well as Neuromuscular Dentistry. 
Dr. Carroccia’s neuromuscular training allows him to
diagnose and treat TMJ problems by utilizing state of the
art EMG and Jaw tracking technology. He is certified in
invisalign  and dental lasers. Dr. Carroccia has recently
become involved with the iTero system which incorporates
impression free procedures.  He maintains an active affiliation
with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, The
Academy of Graduate Dentistry,  The American Dental
Association, Delaware State Dental Society, and the First
State  Implant Study Group.  Dr. Carroccia is a staff
member and an attending dentist with Christiana Care.  In
addition to his professional commitments, Dr. Carroccia also
lectures to the public on cosmetics, neuromuscular dentistry
and the latest advances and technology in modern dentistry.