Meet the Dentists
Dr. Nicholas B. Calcaterra
Family Dental Practice is pleased to introduce Dr. Nicholas B. Calcaterra to our "family" of dental professionals. Dr. Calcaterra received his dental degree from the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2009 where he graduated first in his class. In addition to awards received for his overall academic standing, Dr. Calcaterra also received awards for achievement in Periodontology and Oral Surgery. He then completed a one year General Practice Residency at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT where he received the Gerard Keen award for skills in Oral Surgery. Dr. Calcaterra is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Connecticut State Dental Association.
Dr. Calcaterra has experience in all phases of dentistry, including endodontic procedures, crowns and bridges, tooth colored fillings, porcelain veneers and dental implant restorations. He is especially proficient in performing root canals and oral surgical procedures with virtually no discomfort for the patient.
Dr. Calcaterra has been educated and is experienced in the newest dental technology in order to provide his patients the ultimate in comfort and care. His overall goal is to satisfy all of the patient's needs in a caring and pain-free manner. Dr. Calcaterra resides in Newington with his wife Dr. Carla Calcaterra. She is also a dentist practicing in the Greater Hartford area.
Dr. Stephen H. Mason
Dr. Mason has been in private practice in Bloomfield since 1971. He received his D.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1968. He served in the U.S. Army Dental Corps. In Fort Carson, Colorado from 1968-1970. Dr. Mason has specialized training in Nobelbiocare (Breanemark), 3I (implant Innovations) and ITI (Straumann) implant systems. In the past 20 years, he has restored his patients to excellent dental health with as little as an implant to some patients who are missing all of their teeth and need multiple implants.
“In our office, having implants done is very easy with minimal discomfort. Dr. Meltzer, our periodontist, does the surgical placement of the implant, and I place the final restoration. Today, we have the ability to replace a missing tooth on the same day the implant is placed. We also have our own in-house dental laboratory with two excellent technicians to facilitate all procedures involving implants, crowns, bridges and dentures.”
Dr. Mason does a lot of cosmetic dentistry. He loves to improve his patient’s appearance and confidence with Invisalign (invisible braces), bleaching, bonding, veneers (including the new minimally invasive veneers), crowns, bridges and other techniques. Creating a beautiful smile is very rewarding for him.
Dr. Mason has been treating patients with TMJ, TMD, bruxisim (clenching and grinding) and headaches for 30 years. He recently started using the NTI appliance, which is a tension suppression system and is currently the only FDA approved appliance for the treatment of migraine headaches. Dr. Mason also makes dental appliances for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Some of the other procedures performed by Dr. Mason are root canals, extractions, bonded (tooth colored) fillings, sports guards and dentures.
"We also treat many children in our practice. We are a true family dental practice; we treat people from 3 to 103.”
Dr. Mason is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Connecticut State Dental Association and the Hartford Dental Society. He is a former president of the Connecticut Chapter of the American Society of Preventive Dentistry. Dr. Mason is a clinical instructor in the Department of Oral Health and Diagnostic Sciences, Division of Behavioral Sciences and Community Health at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. He also participates in the mentoring program at the Dental School where dental students spend time in his office observing and assisting.
Dr. Mason is active in community service, and is past President of the Rotary Club of Bloomfield. He enjoys golf and boating with his wife Barbara. He has three children and three grandchildren. Jessica is married, lives in Boston and has two sons. David is married, lives in Israel and has one son. Jonathan graduated from dental school in May, 2006, completed a general dentistry residency at the VA Hospital in Philadelphia and joined Family Dental Practice in July 2007.
Dr. Jeffrey R. Morris
Dr. Morris has been in private practice since 1973. He received his D.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1971 and did an internship at Monmouth Medical Center in 1972. He worked in the Columbia University Periodontal Program in 1985. Dr. Morris has advanced his training in Implant Dentistry, Cosmetic dentistry such as placement of porcelain veneers, crowns, and tooth colored fillings gives Dr. Morris particular satisfaction. “Even a simple whitening procedure can make a substantial improvement in a person’s smile, reflecting an improved sense of confidence and self-assurance.”
Having implants done by our specialist Dr. Meltzer right here in our office is extremely convenient and comfortable. Dr. Morris then places the final implant crown or bridge with help from our on-site dental laboratory that uses only the highest quality materials and techniques. His experience in Dental Implants is extensive and he is constantly attending continuing education courses in this area. Dr. Morris’s memberships included the American Dental Association, the Connecticut State Dental Association, and the Hartford Dental Society.
Dr. Morris has been an active sponsor of the Special Olympic Games. He enjoys golf, visiting his children, and grandchildren in Texas. He has a son living in Philadelphia and attending the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business. Dr. Morris’s youngest daughter is a “Special Olympian” and lives and works in Hartford.
Dr. Jonathan E. Mason
Dr. Mason, “Dr. Jon,” is the most recent dentist to join Family Dental Practice Team. He received his B. A. from Hamilton College in 2002, his D.M.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in 2006, and has completed a one-year general practice residency at the VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
As a new dentist Dr. Mason has been trained in the most recent technological advances in dentistry including, but not limited to, Invisalign (invisible braces), digital radiography and documentation, rotary root canal instrumentation, porcelain veneers, tooth colored fillings, and implant restorations for single crowns and complete dentures.
Dr. Mason has advanced treatment in oral surgery including wisdom teeth extraction and is responsible for the more complex extractions performed in the practice.
“Growing up around the profession, I have learned the golden ways of dentistry from my mentors, and I have used the knowledge along with my modern day dental training to create the highest level of care for my patients.”
Dr. Mason is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Connecticut State Dental Association and the Hartford Dental Society, as well as the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Mason is a clinical instructor in the Department of Oral Health and Diagnostic Sciences, Division of Behavioral Sciences and Community Health at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.
He is an avid golfer and also plays squash and tennis. He also enjoys spending time with his wife Allison, and their dog Blu and cat Boo Bear.
Dr. Steven L. Meltzer
Dr. Meltzer attended the University of Connecticut in Storrs from 1970-74. He graduated Magna Cum Laude and was accepted for membership in the Phi Beta Kappa honor fraternity. He received his D.M.D. degree from the University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine; located in Farmington in 1978. Dr. Meltzer attended a residency in Periodontics from 1978-80 at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine where he received his certification in Periodontology. He served as Chief Resident from 1979-80.
In private practice since 1980, Dr. Meltzer continues to attend dental education courses given by the American Academy of Periodontolgy in all phases of periodontal and implant treatment. Dr. Meltzer has attended courses and is certified in the Straumann ITI, Nobel Biocare, and 31 implant systems. He has also, attended courses in advanced bone regenerations techniques.
“Our goal at Family Dental Practice is to provide State of the Art, periodontal and implant care.” With the techniques and procedures available today we can repair the damage of the past, restore health, function, and esthetics. Your comfort is our concern, from local anesthetic (Novocaine) to unconscious sedation (being asleep,) fear of dental procedures is a thing of the past. Even the most complex procedures can be completed with comfort.
Dr. Meltzer is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Dental Association, the Connecticut State Dental Association, the Hartford Dental Society, and the Connecticut Society of Periodontists.
Dr. Meltzer lives in Wethersfield with his wife Susan. He has three children. His daughter Sari has studied computer science and works in Atlanta. His son Patrick and daughter Kristina work in business related fields.
For the past twenty years Dr. Meltzer has been an active member of the, First Company Governor’s Horse Guards, State of Connecticut. He presently serves as Captain, Executive Officer. When not relaxing with his wife and yellow Lab, he can be found riding horses through the trails of Avon.
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD) is dedicated to advancing excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry and encouraging the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care.
American Dental Association
The ADA is the professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science and professional advancement.
