Gary B. Toubman, DMD
112 Market Square, Newington, CT 06111
(860) 667-2600
Our mission is to make every single patient feel like a member of our dental family. We, as a team, believe in the process of creating a unique experience for ourselves and the people we serve; that generates a passion for living; the opportunity to increase self-esteem; and a continued dedication to being outstanding.
Mission
Gary B. Toubman, DMD
Dr. Toubman graduated cum laude from Bucknell University in 1976 with a degree in Biology. He then attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, graduating in 1980. Dr. Toubman served in the National Health Service Corps from 1980 to 1982, working as the Dental Director of the Welch Mountain Medical and Dental Center in New Holland, Pennsylvania. Dr. Toubman returned to Connecticut in 1982 to work at the Institute of Living Dental Clinic, as well as to open up his private practice in Newington. He has completed post graduate training at the prestigious L.D. Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida and has been involved in laser dentistry for over ten years. Dr. Toubman provides all facets of dentistry with quality and integrity as core values. He comes from a long line of dentists dating back almost 100 years. Dr. Toubman is currently a member of the American Dental Association, the Connecticut State Dental Association, the Hartford Dental Society, and the Connecticut Study Club for Excellence in Dentistry.
Laurie Ganem, RDH
Laurie is our Senior Registered Dental Hygienist and has been with our practice for 20 years. She is a 1993 graduate of the University of Bridgeport, Fones School of Dental Hygiene with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science. To maintain her level excellence, Laurie has taken many continuing education courses, including a week long seminar at the L.D. Pankey Institute in Florida and is certified in CPR/BLS training. Laurie also assists in training new hygienists in our practice and is proficient in scheduling for the hygiene department. She continues to expand her skills by learning and implementing new techniques to provide the best quality dental care to her patients.
Arleta Sadil, RDH
Arleta is our part-time Registered Dental Hygienist and Certified Dental Assistant. She obtained her certification after graduation from Prince Technical-Vocational School in Hartford, and joined our team in 1999. After nine years as a Dental Assistant, she obtained her Associate in Science Degree from Tunxis Community College in 1998. Since then, she enjoys serving our patients as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Arleta continues to further her knowledge by taking continuing education courses and maintaining CPR/BLS training. Arleta is also bilingual and has been a great addition by helping our Polish speaking patients.
Raisa Bensonoff, RDA
Raisa is our Registered Dental Assistant. She joined our practice in June of 2003 and has been with us for over 10 years. Raisa is a 1998 graduate of Prince Technical-Vocational School in Hartford. She maintains her certification in CPR/BLS and maintains her education by attending CE courses each year. Raisa is bilingual and can speak fluent Russian and some Polish. She is a great asset to our Russian and Polish speaking patients.
Susan Couture, Office Manager
Susan is our Office Manager with over 35 years of office experience and joined our practice in 2006. Susan is the first person you'll speak to when calling our office and when entering our practice. She handles all aspects of everyday operations of the business, including scheduling, insurance verification and processing, pre-treatment estimates, claims, billing, monthly reports, payroll, and is CPR certified. She is proficient in dealing with insurance companies and making sure our patients are able to maximize their insurance benefits to ensure a treatment plan is affordable. She also has extensive computer knowledge to keep our office technology up-to-date. Susan's interpersonal skills in dealing with our patients makes for a welcoming, friendly and comfortable environment which puts our patients at ease during their visit.
