The white colonial house at 208 South Avenue, New Canaan, that Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan practises from.

Dentistry New Canaan trusts for over 35 years.

Comprehensive dentistry for every age, from a six‑month check‑up to implants and a full reconstruction. Dr. Spencer Meyers and Dr. Mark DeWaele, in a converted colonial with parking at the door.

208 South Avenue, New Canaan 35+

years caring for families from New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Darien, Westport and Stamford.

Where your two dentists trained, and what they belong to

ColumbiaCollege of Dental Medicine TuftsSchool of Dental Medicine Invisalign®Premier Provider ADA& Connecticut State Dental Society
The red front door and flagstone path at the entrance to Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan.
The remodelled waiting room, furnished like a family room rather than a clinic.

Most new patients arrive carrying a bad memory of some other dental chair. So this practice was built around the opposite of that: a converted colonial, a waiting room with a family-room feel, and the same familiar faces every visit.

Ten co-workers, with the practice an average of fifteen years. You will recognise the voice that answers the phone.

Why patients stay

Three things this practice is built on.

None of them are clinical claims. They are the parts of a dental visit that people actually remember afterwards.

The waiting area at Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan, with upholstered armchairs and framed pictures.
01

Comfort before anything else

The problem: fear and anxiety keep people out of the chair until something hurts.

Dr. Meyers, Dr. DeWaele and the staff go out of their way to help anxious patients leave that behind. Ultra‑quiet electric handpieces, less vibration and less noise than a traditional drill, and a remodelled waiting room designed to feel like a family room.

A hygiene appointment under way in one of the treatment rooms.
02

The same team, year after year

The problem: a new face at every visit means starting your history over each time.

Ten co‑workers have been with this practice an average of fifteen years. That longevity is why you get a recognisable, friendly face each time you call or come in, and why nobody has to be told twice what worries you.

A digital radiograph on screen being reviewed with a patient.
03

Diagnostics you can see for yourself

The problem: being told what is wrong without ever being shown it.

An iTero® scan gives a picture of your mouth in about a minute. Digital X‑rays appear instantly on a screen beside you at a lower dose than film, and an intraoral camera puts the actual tooth in front of you. You see what we see.

Treatment recommendations always follow a comprehensive oral evaluation. Candidacy, timing and cost are discussed with you before anything is booked.

The practice building on South Avenue with the American flag out front.
A hygiene appointment under way.
The waiting area, furnished like a family room.
The digital intraoral scanner in a treatment room.
The entrance path and the practice sign.
A set of Invisalign clear aligners.
Reviewing a digital radiograph on screen.
Reception at Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan.
A child in the chair for a six-month check-up.
The remodelled waiting room.
A comprehensive oral examination.
Instruments laid out before an appointment.
The practice building on South Avenue with the American flag out front.
A hygiene appointment under way.
The waiting area, furnished like a family room.
The digital intraoral scanner in a treatment room.
The entrance path and the practice sign.
A set of Invisalign clear aligners.
Reviewing a digital radiograph on screen.
Reception at Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan.
A child in the chair for a six-month check-up.
The remodelled waiting room.
A comprehensive oral examination.
Instruments laid out before an appointment.

Meet your dentists

Two dentists. One practice. One set of records.

Providing great patient care is the primary goal of both doctors. From the moment you walk in, the intention is that you feel like a member of the family.

Dr. Mark S. DeWaele, DMD, of Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan.
10 yrs
Nominated by his peers as a Top Dental Professional in Connecticut, ten years running.

Tufts School of Dental Medicine

Dr. Mark S. DeWaele, DMD

Twenty years focused on giving families the highest quality restorative, crown and bridge, implant and cosmetic dentistry. “My passions include new technologies which enhance patient care and create a more comfortable dental experience.”

  • Graduated with distinction from TuftsTop 10% of his class in clinical dentistry, and winner of the prize in endodontics. Amherst College and Stern Business School before that.
  • Invisalign® Premier ProviderEnough completed cases to sit in the top tier of providers, with 3D case presentation through Align Technologies.
  • Past President, New Canaan Dental SocietyMember of the American Dental Association and the Connecticut State Dental Society.
  • Vice Chair, Stamford Hospital Board of DirectorsChair Elect, and a member of the Connecticut State Office of the Health Care Advocate. Honoured at the 2018 United Hospital Fund Tribute to Hospital Trustees.
Dr. Spencer Meyers, DDS, of Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan.
Columbia
Henry Chang Jr. Memorial Scholarship for clinical excellence and academic achievement.

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

Dr. Spencer Meyers, DDS

The full scope of aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry, trained in a hospital residency rather than learned on the job. The clinical breadth of that experience is what lets him work with leading specialists and ceramists to engineer a bespoke smile.

  • GPR residency, NYU WinthropExtensive training in implant placement, horizontal grafting procedures and full mouth rehabilitation.
  • Top clinical case, nationallyPlaced at the top of his class at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Conference, having led the Aesthetic Dentistry group in graduate training.
  • Executive alumni committee, ColumbiaContinuing education and the academic community stay central to how he practises.
  • Aesthetic and reconstructive dentistryVeneers, crowns, implants and full mouth rehabilitation, for patients across Fairfield County and the greater New York area.

Services in New Canaan, CT

Everything a family needs, in one building.

Our goal is always to help patients maintain their oral health and to care for and protect their natural teeth. When that is no longer possible, restorative and implant dentistry pick up where prevention left off.

A picture of your mouth in a minute

The iTero® scanner, instead of a tray of putty.

Impressions used to mean a tray of soft, messy material setting around your teeth. The digital intraoral scanner replaces that entirely, and the scan itself becomes the picture we plan from and compare against next time.

  1. Scans make it easier to visualise, monitor and track oral health over time
  2. Helps detect interproximal caries without harmful radiation
  3. A colour 3‑D image so you can understand the diagnosis and the options
  4. An on‑screen simulator showing your teeth today beside the likely result
iTero Element Invisalign
The digital intraoral scanner and its screen in a treatment room at the practice.
The digital intraoral scanner, in place of conventional impressions.

5.0 out of 5 on Google

One of the biggest compliments we can receive.

A review from a patient. These are their words, published on Google.

★★★★★
My father and I both needed veneers and Dr. Meyers made the process simple and painless. He scheduled our appointments together… We never had to wait and were always attended to in a professional manner. The new veneers look and feel great and, I have to say, my confidence has increased exponentially! Raymond KanevskyVeneers, with his father
★★★★★
If I could give 6 stars I would! As someone who is absolutely terrified of the dentist, Dr. Meyers made me feel at home. His gentle and painless touch allowed me to get through my root canal in an absolute breeze. Andrew KalmanRoot canal and crown
★★★★★
Just moved to the area and needed a new dentist. Dr. Spencer Meyers did a wonderful job with the crown I needed. Very polite, knowledgeable, and a very soft touch. Symeon StefanNew patient, crown

Please leave a review about your experience with our office. Review us on Google. Thank you so much.

Before you come in

Patient information.

We always want patients to feel informed and confident they are getting the best treatment possible. Everything you would normally have to hunt for is here.

A parent and child brushing their teeth together.

Your first visit

Your first visit begins with a comprehensive oral evaluation, and we build a treatment plan from it. Bring your dental insurance card, a list of any medications you take, and arrive early if your paperwork is not already done.

If you need antibiotics before dental work, take them as prescribed. If you are not sure whether you need them, contact your doctor before the visit.

Patient forms on a clipboard, ready to be completed.

Forms and paperwork

Two forms are worth completing before you arrive: the Patient Health History Form and the Notice of Privacy Practices. Print them, fill them in and bring them with your insurance card.

If you cannot print them, plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early and complete them in the office.

A treatment plan and insurance paperwork on a desk.

Insurance, payment and cancellations

Dental insurance is not medical insurance, so it is worth reading the benefit booklet your provider sent you. We are out of network, and we will give you every form and document you need to be reimbursed promptly.

We accept cash, debit cards, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. Please give at least 48 hours notice to reschedule; under 24 hours may carry a cancellation charge.

A dental examination alongside notes on overall health.

Oral health and overall wellness

Keeping the mouth free of harmful bacteria, infection and inflammation helps stop germs spreading further. Gum disease appears to have links to diabetes, osteoporosis, respiratory disease and some cancers.

At every visit we watch for signs of oral cancer, sensitivity that makes chewing hard, and evidence of grinding, snoring or sleep apnoea.

After your treatment

Written instructions for the procedures that need them. Ask at the desk for a printed copy, or call if something does not look the way you expected.

In a dental emergency

During office hours, immediate attention is given to your situation and you will be seen as soon as possible. After hours, call the office and follow the instructions provided. If you are experiencing a serious or life‑threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Call 203-966-5944

Common questions

Questions patients ask first.

Do you take my insurance?

We are considered out of network. That does not mean you cannot use your benefits: we provide every form and document your insurer requires so you are reimbursed promptly. Dental insurance works differently from medical insurance, so it is worth reading the benefit booklet your provider gave you before your visit.

What happens at a first visit?

A comprehensive oral evaluation, and a treatment plan built from it. Bring your insurance card and a list of your medications, and arrive early if you have not completed the forms already. Whether you need a cleaning, a filling or a whole new smile, this is where it starts.

I am anxious about the dentist. What do you do differently?

Helping patients leave previous fear and anxiety behind is something both doctors work at deliberately. The waiting room was remodelled to feel like a family room, the handpieces are ultra‑quiet electric rather than traditional drills, and the same team greets you each visit so you are not explaining yourself again.

How do I straighten my teeth without braces?

Invisalign®. A custom series of smooth, virtually invisible aligners you wear over your teeth and change roughly every two weeks, with no brackets and no wires. Dr. DeWaele is an Invisalign Premier Provider, and there are options for children, teens and adults.

When should my child first be seen?

Early, and then every six months. Primary teeth aid speech development, let food be chewed properly and hold space for the permanent teeth, so they are worth looking after. Visits include cleanings, sealants, fluoride and digital imagery to check on what is coming through.

Do you have parking?

Yes. The building at 208 South Avenue is designed with ample parking, with additional parking around the back. There are Saturday morning hours and we open at 7:00am on weekdays, so an appointment does not have to cost you a working day.

Visit us

208 South Avenue, New Canaan.

Address
208 South Avenue
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840
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Hours
Monday to Thursday  7:00am to 5:00pm
Friday  7:00am to 2:00pm
Saturday  7:30am to 12:00pm · Sunday closed
Parking
Ample parking on site, with additional parking around the back of the building.
Advanced Dentistry of New Canaan at 208 South Avenue, seen from the street.

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