  r. Gelber, a native of New York , completed his undergraduate education at the University of Rochester and received his D.D.S from New York University College of Dentistry. After graduating, he served in a rotating dental internship in the United States Air Force. Dr. Gelber then completed his specialized training in periodontics at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.
In 1976, he began practicing in Wethersfield. By
incorporating new treatments and technologies,
he has since become a leader in the periodontal
community. He was one of the first periodontists
in the Northeast to offer dental implant placement
and has accrued nearly 20 years of experience
in this growing field. Dr. Gelber's long standing
practice has made him a valuable staple of the
Wethersfield community and he remains the most
experienced periodontist in his area.
He has
held teaching appointments at both the University
of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and
Mount Sinai Hospital. He continues
to teach and lecture for the Hartford Hospital
Residency Program and serves as mentor for the
Wethersfield Dental Hygienist Study Club . Additionally,
Dr. Gelber currently serves as a dental consultant
for the State of Connecticut Department
on Health and was a CIGNA periodontal consultant
for many years.
Memberships:
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Connecticut State Dental Association Dentistry |
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American Dental Association Dentistry |
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Consortium for Dental Excellence Dentistry Connecticut Society of Periodontists Periodontics |
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American Academy of Periodontology Periodontics |
Values
Dr. Gelber believes in the importance of patient
education, staff teamwork and strong communication.
He seeks to provide the best possible care by
finding new ways to keep his patients informed,
such as his utilization of real time digital photography.
He also works closely with his patients' general
dentists to ensure that his patients receive the
most comprehensive care possible.
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