Dr. Stephen is a pediatric dentist with a fun, friendly approach and a gentle touch. Voted a Top Pediatric Dentist in Connecticut, Dr. Stephen has earned a reputation for excellent patient care, allowing for a positive dental experience for both you and your child. As a parent himself, he understands the importance of helping children enjoy their visits to the dentist. His personal goal is to provide your child with exceptional dental care and an educational experience in a fun, comfortable environment.

Dr. Stephen earned his degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. He then completed a 2-year pediatric dental residency program in New York City, where he gained invaluable experience as a specialist in his chosen field. Dr. Stephen has also received extensive training in orthodontic care for both children and teens. After growing up in Middlebury, he attended Syracuse University for his undergraduate studies and is excited to be back in the area where he spent his childhood.

Dr. Stephen was a national spokesman for Sensodyne^® ProNamel^® for Children in 2009 and 2010. He appeared in print, Internet and TV ads. This was a true honor for Dr. Stephen because he was proud to promote pediatric oral health awareness on a national level.

Dr. Stephen and his family love living and working in Southbury. He and his wife, Tali, have a daughter, Nava, two sons, Rafi and Ilan, and an adorable havapoo named Daisy. In his personal time, Dr. Stephen loves to be involved in the community, and he especially enjoys coaching little league and youth sports. Dr. Stephen now regularly visits local elementary schools to talk about the importance of maintaining oral health with fun presentations.

Dr. Stephen often hears from parents that the experience their children have at our office is so unique. He is warm, caring, and knows how to turn a regular dental check-up into a fun event. He understands that children can be fearful about their dental visits, and that’s why Dr. Stephen and The Smile Spot team treat your children with the care and respect they deserve.

Meet Dr. Erin Bibber, DMD

Dr. Erin Bibber is a board-certified pediatric dentist who joined the Smile Spot team in July 2022. A born and raised New Englander, Dr. Erin grew up in both Maine and Massachusetts. She graduated from the University of New England, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in neuroscience and played on the collegiate field hockey team.

Dr. Erin went on to receive her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Connecticut in 2020. While there, she received the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Pre-Doctoral Award and the Senior Award from the American Association of Women Dentists. Dr. Erin then pursued a Master of Science degree and Certificate of Pediatric Dentistry at The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital: a prestigious residency program with a level one trauma center. During her two years of training in Ohio, she learned extensively about all aspects of pediatric dentistry. After residency, she moved back to Connecticut to be with her husband, Dominic (who is also a dentist!)

Dr. Erin always knew that she wanted to pursue a career in pediatrics. Having grown up with a deaf parent, she is passionate about helping children shine to be their best selves and specifically sought out opportunities to work with children with special healthcare needs. While at UCONN, she completed research with the craniofacial team at Connecticut Children’s, evaluating cleft palate repairs, and volunteered for the Special Olympics of CT.

Outside the office, Dr. Erin loves traveling and exploring new places with her family, baking new recipes, reading, skiing, and running. Her goal is to help you and your child feel empowered and confident when visiting the dentist and eager to make each visit fun for your child! She strives to be a trusted source of compassion and comfort for her patients and welcomes every family with a genuine smile, a profound knowledge of dentistry, and a warm heart.

Meet Our Team

More About The Smile Spot

Comfort & Convenience

We strive to make your child’s dental visits as comfortable, fun and convenient as possible, and we know that the difference is in the details. Here are just a few of the amenities that make our office a different kind of pediatric dental office:

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  Flatscreen TVs

  All of our treatment areas feature flatscreen TVs, so your child can enjoy his or her favorite movie or TV show while we work.

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  Cavity-Free Club

  We offer a Cavity-Free Club for all of our young patients, with a monthly drawing of winners!
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  Children’s Play Area

  Children get their very own “kid zone,” complete with video games, toys and books.

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  Especially for Kids

  Our office is specially designed for our young patients, with smaller sinks and even a little entrance door to walk through!

 

A Clean & Safe Practice

 

At The Smile Spot, we act in accordance with American Dental Association (ADA) guidelines for cleanliness and safety. We also make every effort to reduce patient exposure to radiation by using digital x-rays, which use up to 90% less radiation than traditional x-rays. Digital x-rays are a valuable aid in oral healthcare for patients.

At The Smile Spot, digital x-rays are only recommended for your child when deemed necessary for diagnosis and treatment.

Information & Education

We empower you to make wise, well-informed decisions for your child’s oral health through individual consultation and education. We also make sure to stay up-to-date on your child’s medical history, current medications and any other factors that might affect their dental health and treatment.

Fun Events

 

We’re trying on fun costumes at the Smile Spot! The Smile Spot puts on fun events throughout the year for our patients and their families. From our movie days to patient appreciation parties, we’d love to have you join us.

Referral Program

We love to show our appreciation for referrals. Referring your friends and family to our office is the greatest compliment you can give us. Ask one of our team members at The Smile Spot about our fun frequent referral program.