Dr. Eric John Whidden, DDS

Meet Dr. Eric J. Whidden
Dr. Whidden grew up in Ellington, Connecticut and developed an early interest in dentistry, working in a dental office, and winning Connecticut State Science awards for his research in oral health.  He completed a pre-medical course of study at Connecticut College, graduating with high honors and awards for academic excellence and community service.
He then attended the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry, where he was Class President and active in many other leadership and volunteer activities. He was a student tutor in the areas of Oral and Dental Anatomy and Clinical Periodontics and a volunteer at Give Kids A Smile and Missions of Mercy Projects.  Dr. Whidden received numerous honors and scholarships while in dental school including Elizabeth and Eugene C. Harrison Scholarship, Edmund J. Glen Fund Scholarship, American Dental Association Award of Excellence, Dentsply Award for Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics, and the International College …of Dentists Student Leader Award.  He graduated #1 in his class with Dean’s High Honors, as Class President, and was one of fifty doctors nationwide to be inducted into the elite Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Dental Honors Society Supreme Chapter; the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a dental graduate.
Professionally, Dr. Whidden is a member of the American Dental Association, Connecticut State Dental Association, Virginia Dental Association, the Hartford Dental Society, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.  He has attended numerous American Dental Association Conferences, American Academy of Orthodontics Conferences, and Hinman Annual Dental Meetings.  His education in the area of orthodontics and his interdisciplinary approach to dentistry has earned him certification to perform Invisalign procedures.  Dr. Whidden has trained at elite cosmetic dentistry centers including The Pankey Institute in Miami, FL and completed many continuing education courses in the areas of dental esthetics.
Dr. Whidden enjoys sailing, cooking and playing the piano.  He especially enjoys the close relationships he has with his patients.  Dr. Whidden and his wife Brienne reside in Salem, Connecticut.
About Our Practice
At the dental office of cosmetic dentist Steven M. Balloch, located near Hartford, Connecticut, the comfort and satisfaction of our patients comes above all else. We have made it our mission to provide the finest advanced cosmetic and restorative dentistry in New England, administered in respectful and comfortable surroundings. When you enter our beautifully appointed reception area, you will find yourself being treated with compassion and respect by our friendly, well-trained staff. In an effort to make your experience as relaxing and stress-free as possible, our unique, spa-like atmosphere includes fresh juices and snacks and a media center with comfortable plush chairs. During your time here, you will be offered your choice of amenities, including stereo headphones, blankets, paraffin-wax treatments, and a hot washcloth made of Egyptian cotton. Our special treatment chairs feature heat and vibration functions. We understand that your time is precious, and we want your time with us to be a pleasure.
We are always happy and grateful to welcome new patients to our cosmetic dentistry practice, particularly those in the Hartford, Connecticut area who have resisted going to the dentist out of fear or anxiety. With these patients in mind, we are proud to offer sedation dentistry as an option to make any procedure more comfortable and free of pain.
Furthermore, our practice has been entirely mercury-free since 1989. The office was one of the first dental practices in the nation to pursue a more biologically friendly standard, choosing to use only the highest-quality and health conscious materials in dental restorations.
Discover for yourself why our dental practice has earned a reputation for providing the most comfortable, effective, and advanced dental care in New England. Contact our cosmetic dentistry office today to schedule