General Dentistry & Prosthodontics - Waterford, CT

Modern Dentistry, Personalized to You

Discover Our Patient-Centered Approach

At Coastal Connecticut Dentistry, you’re never just another patient to us. Our entire staff genuinely cares about your dental health and your dental needs. From the moment you enter our Waterford, CT office, you’ll experience exceptional care with a personal touch in a sophisticated environment. During each visit, our highly credentialed and accomplished doctors talk you through any treatments you may need, making you aware of all the options available, then following the course of treatment that’s best for you. Our practice is honored to provide a comprehensive range of dental services in one convenient location. We invite you to reach out to us today and set up an appointment. Our dental family is eager to welcome yours!

Dr. Vladislav Kiveliyk, DMD

Dr. Kiveliyk brings a wealth of knowledge and deep-rooted passion for dentistry. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Clark University in Worcester, MA, and continued his dental education at the prestigious UCONN School of Dental Medicine. His commitment to excellence and continuous learning makes him a remarkable addition to our team.

What sets Dr. Kiveliyk apart is not only his education and expertise, but also his genuine care for his patients. He was born in Ukraine and moved to Connecticut at the age of six, where he has called home ever since. Growing up, his dentist also served as his mentor, and this experience played a significant role in shaping his passion for dentistry. Dr. Kiveliyk values the relationships he builds with his patients and believes that dentistry is about the people and their experience. Your comfort and satisfaction will always be a top priority!

Dr.Kiveliyk enjoys spending his free time with friends and family. He has a younger sibling that keeps him on his toes and always feeling young!

Dr. Aurora Dibner, DMD, FACP, MDSc

Dr. Aurora Dibner is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist who prides herself in expertly restoring patients to their vision of superior dental health, function and esthetics through her craft.

A lifelong resident of Connecticut, Dr. Dibner is honored to be providing care to the patients of Coastal Connecticut Dentistry. Though passionate for the rigor of dentistry and meticulous in her attention to detail, it is Dr. Dibner’s eagerness to listen and communicate that allows her to achieve outstanding outcomes for her patients. She is dedicated to ensuring that her patients both understand the treatment options available to them and feel comfortable and confident in her care.

Dr. Dibner graduated number one in her class from UCONN Dental School in 2010, an achievement for which she received academic distinction from the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity. After graduation, she completed a year-long General Practice Residency at Hartford Hospital before returning to the UCONN Dental School to specialize in Prosthodontics. As she pursued her specialty, Dr. Dibner was awarded several prestigious national research accolades including the Stanley D. Tylman Award and the John J. Sharry Prosthodontic Award for outstanding research. Dr. Dibner completed her specialty program and achieved Board Certification in Prosthodontics in 2014. She maintains certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics.

Dr. Yuvika Raj Kumar, DDS

Dr. Kumar is a very compassionate and self-motivated dentist. In India, she graduated with a Bachelors in Dentistry (2005) after which she pursued her dream of becoming an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in 2010. Her research topic was TMJ internal derangement and she wrote a library dissertation on implants. Successively, she practiced surgery in a tertiary care hospital setting for 5 years. Her article on third molars was published in the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. After moving to San Francisco, she attended the University of California, School of Dentistry, and attained her DDS degree. Post graduation she briefly worked as a general dentist in Napa, California after which she moved to the east coast to continue practice.