Anthony D. Bellucci, DMD
General Dentist
Dr. Anthony D. Bellucci grew up in New Haven and Branford, graduating from Notre Dame High School in 1981. A guitarist since childhood, he attended Berklee College of Music before earning a biochemistry degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 1989. He then graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1993, after receiving several awards and presenting research at international conferences. He completed a residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in 1994. He later returned to Branford and now practices with us at PureSmilesCT.
Ethan Santore, DDS
Oral Surgeon
Dr. Ethan Santore, originally from Hudson Valley, NY, developed a passion for dentistry in high school. He joined the Scholars for Dental Medicine program at Stony Brook University, graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science and earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Yale New Haven Hospital, he gained expertise in complex procedures.
In his free time, he enjoys sports with his fiance, Alyssa, and their Pembroke-Welsh Corgi, Fred.
Dr. Claudia Odiaka, DMD
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Claudia Odiaka, or “Dr. Claudia” as she prefers to be called, is a board-certified pediatric dentist dedicated to helping children feel comfortable and well cared for during dental visits. Educated at Yale University, University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, and with specialty training at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Dr. Claudia takes numerous continuing education courses each year to stay on top of the latest advances in pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Claudia is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and is active in leading national and state pediatric dental organizations. Outside of the office, she enjoys jigsaw puzzles, and sharing meals with family and friends.