Jessalyn Forella, DDS

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Jessalyn Forella, who serves patients in Fairfield, Connecticut.

An accomplished dentist, Dr. Forella tends to patients at Fairfield Dental Arts in Connecticut. Her approach to dentistry emphasizes the importance of trust and open communication between doctor and patient. She understands that dental care is not just about maintaining oral health, but also about building relationships with her patients. By taking the time to listen to her patients’ concerns and needs, she is able to provide personalized care that results in healthy, stable smiles that her patients can be proud of.

Educated in the United States, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from the University of Pittsburgh. She then went on to receive her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the New York University College of Dentistry, graduating with the highest honors and earning induction into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Fraternity.

In addition to her formal education, Dr. Forella has received extensive training in all aspects of dentistry during her residency at Jacobi Medical Center. She has expertise in restorative dentistry, single and multi-unit dental implants, extractions, cosmetic dentistry, root canal treatment, and Invisalign.

Committed to staying at the forefront of her field, she continually seeks out new techniques, materials, and technologies to provide her patients with the best possible care. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.

When she is not working with patients, Dr. Forella enjoys reading, running with her dog Emma, and playing pick-up soccer.

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