Dr. Nayaki Gaddipati, DMD

Dr. Nayaki Gaddipati, DMD

Dr. Nayaki graduated from Boston University School of Dental Medicine in May of 2007. Prior to that, she completed her training with a Bachelors in Dental Surgery (BDS) at the M.R. Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital in Bangalore, India in December of 2002. 


Dr. Nayaki has received several honors for her achievements in Preventive Dentistry and Oral Pathology. Since completing her formal dental training, Dr. Nayaki has worked in private practice in Western Massachusetts and Central Connecticut. She is enthusiastic about dental health and enjoys educating patients about preventive techniques (nutrition and homecare) and possesses a vast knowledge of clinical procedures. 


While her primary focus is prevention, Dr. Nayaki has a strong background and competency in fixed and removable prosthetics, crown and bridge, root canal therapy, oral surgery and complex restorations. Dr. Nayaki is a member of the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, as well as the Indian Dental Association.

Dr. Lewis Colin Ress, DDS

Dr. Lewis Colin Ress, DDS

Dr. Ress attended the Indiana University school of dentistry at Indianapolis, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1984. He worked in private practice in Indiana for four years prior to permanently relocating to Connecticut with his wife, two children and beloved Irish Setter, Katy. Dr. Ress has been practicing at Advance Dental Care in East Hartford for over 30 years building a community of patients who trust that their teeth are in good hands with him. He has been recognized as a top dentist by the Consumer Research Council of America several times throughout his career.


Outside of the office, Dr. Ress’ family and friends know him for his active lifestyle and love of all things swimming, mountain biking, kayaking and skiing. He also grew up as a competitive swimmer, and ultimately competed in the 1976 Montreal Olympics for the French Olympic team.