
about our
practice
Welcome to a New Kind of Dental Experience
what makes us different
At our practice, we believe going to the dentist should feel easy, comfortable, and even enjoyable. We’ve built a patient-first experience from the ground up—combining advanced dental technology with a hospitality-driven approach that prioritizes your time, comfort, and care. No long waits, no confusion about next steps—just expert dental care delivered with clarity and compassion. From the moment you walk in, you’ll feel the difference. We’re proud to bring a new standard of dentistry to New Canaan and to be part of the community we serve.
meet the dentist
Dr. richard k. Chae, DDS
Dr. Chae focuses on restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. He attended the Misch Implant Institute and is a certified Invisalign Provider. Undetectable, lasting dentistry is his goal.
During treatment, patient comfort is paramount to him and he always strives to provide a pleasant experience. He takes great pride in his work and recognizes that patients place an enormous amount of trust in their providers which is why he believes in taking a collaborative approach to dentistry.
Quality time is dedicated to discussing patients’ concerns in order to facilitate well-informed treatment decisions. He looks forward to helping you achieve your treatment goals.
He is an active member of:
American Dental Association New York State
Dental Association Ninth District Dental
Association Academy of General Dentistry
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
meet our smiling team
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
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Emmett Marsh
DESIGN DIRECTOR
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Eleanor Parks
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
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Jamie Kokot
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
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"...attentive, professional, and a pleasure to work with! Dr. Chae is the absolute best!!!"
- Janet T. Smith
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"Amazing staff and environment. State of the art equipment. They are also very friendly make sure you're in no pain. by far the best place for dental work."
- Roberto Maravilla
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"State of the art office, friendly staff and exceptional doctors! I always leave with a smile on my face!"
- Rach Miraglia
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"i had expressed a concern late in the evening. it was fully addressed the following day early in the morning. I'm glad I've found them."
- Diana Wong
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"Top notch dentistry, professional staff, clean office, knowlegable dentist, you leave with a better looking smile/teeth than when you arrived..."
- Tommy Dejulio
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"Dr Chae and his assistant are absolutely the best. they were so professional and very patient and gentle with my kids."
- Rong Lu
you’re in the right place for:
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Your first line of defense for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
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Repair, restore, and renew your teeth with natural-looking results.
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Enhancing the beauty of your smile, your way.
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Invisalign Provider. Discreet, comfortable teeth straightening—designed for real life.
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Gentle, expert care for healthy gums and lasting support.
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A long-lasting, natural-looking solution for missing teeth.
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Expert surgical care with your comfort at the center.
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Root canal therapy. Relief from pain, with your natural tooth preserved.
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Positive early dental experiences that set the tone for life.
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Here for you when dental surprises strike.

read dr. chae’s BLOG
38 East Avenue
SUIte G
New Canaan,
CT 06840
Hours
Mondays 11-7pm
Fridays 9-5pm
Saturdays 10-4pm
Phone
475-558-7979
Office Fax
475-558-7010