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Dr. Holzhauer grew up in Wethersfield, CT where she graduated as salutatorian from Wethersfield High School. She went on to graduate summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. She received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and was inducted into the OKU National Dental Honor Society. During dental school Dr. Holzhauer received many awards and scholarships for academic and clinical excellence including the Dr. Sidney Rafal Memorial Scholarship, UConn Alumni Scholarship Award, Dental Dean Merit Scholar Award, and Opinsky Scholarship Award. Upon graduation she was the recipient of the Academy of General Dentistry Award for Excellence in General Dentistry. After graduating from dental school, she furthered her dental education by completing a General Practice Residency at Hartford Hospital. She received the Dr. Dick D'Alessandro Award for clinical and professional excellence upon completion of her residency. Dr. Holzhauer has been voted a Top Dentist in Connecticut Magazine every year since 2015 as well as a Top Dentist in Hartford Magazine in 2019. Dr. Holzhauer is interested in all aspects of patient care with a focus on preventative and cosmetic dentistry. She has dedicated herself to educating her patients on their oral condition and preventative measures to improve their oral health. Dr. Holzhauer has committed to continuing her education throughout her career. She is an active member in multiple local professional study clubs, pursues advanced training through SPEAR education annually, and has trained extensively with Invisalign. She is a certified Healthy Start provider dedicated to helping her pediatric patients sleep and breathe better. Dr. Holzhauer is also a member of the clinical faculty at UConn School of Dental Medicine serving as a mentor for dental students. Dr. Holzhauer is a member of the American Dental Association, Connecticut State Dental Association, Hartford Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Clear Aligners and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She currently resides in Farmington with her husband, Dr. Tim Holzhauer, and their two sons Everett and Beau.

Dr. Timothy Holzhauer is a native of Newington, CT. He graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Connecticut and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. He then received his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Holzhauer completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at the University of Connecticut Health Center. Dr. Holzhauer has been voted a Top Dentist in Connecticut Magazine every year since 2015. He believes in the importance of continuing education and strives to continually improve his expertise. He has extensive training with SPEAR education, Invisalign, and Sleep Apnea. He is also a certified Healthy Start provider and is dedicated to helping his pediatric patients sleep and breathe better. Dr. Holzhauer is a member of the clinical faculty at UConn School of Dental Medicine serving as a mentor for dental students. He is a member in the American Dental Association, Connecticut State Dental Association, Hartford Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Clear Aligners, and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Holzhauer is dedicated to providing the best possible care for his patients. Dr. Holzhauer enjoys spending his spare time with his wife, Dr. Liz Holzhauer, and their boys Everett and Beau. Look for him playing guitar in his rock cover band, Man Hands!

Job Titles:

• Member of the American Academy of Periodontology
• Member of the First Company Governor 's Horse Guards

Dr. Meltzer attended the University of Connecticut in Storrs from 1970-1974. He graduated Magna Cum Laude and was accepted for membership in the Phi Beta Kappa honor fraternity. He received his DMD Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, (located in Farmington) in 1978. Dr. Meltzer attended a residency in Periodontics from 1978-1980 at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine where he received his certification in Periodontology. He served as Chief Resident from 1979-1980. In private practice since 1980, Dr. Meltzer continues to attend dental education courses given by the American Academy of Periodontology in all phases of periodontal and implant treatment. Dr. Meltzer has attended courses and is certified in the Straumann ITI, Nobel Biocare, and 3I implant systems. He has also attended courses in advanced bone regeneration techniques. 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 Farmington 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 holds the rank of Major. When not relaxing with his wife and yellow lab, he can be found riding horses through the trails of Avon.

Dr. Taryn Yost is originally from small town Athens, Ohio but has spent many years living overseas in Europe and Southeast Asia. She attended her hometown college, Ohio University for both her Bachelors and Masters in Business Administration. After working in corporate marketing for several years, she decided to explore the wonderful world of dentistry. Dr. Yost earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from The Ohio State University with academic honors. While in dental school, she was an active member in many academic and volunteer groups including the Association of Women Dentists and Give Kids a Smile. After dental school, she set her heart on moving to the East Coast and to advance her dental expertise. Dr. Yost enrolled in the University of Connecticut Advanced Education in General Dentistry. Dr. Yost is passionate about providing comprehensive care to patients with a focus on reducing dental anxieties and creating smiles that best suit each patient's individual needs. Dr. Yost also loves learning and furthering her dental education. She keeps up with the latest dental advancements by participating in American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and Connecticut State Dental Association. Outside the dental office, Dr. Yost enjoys reading and traveling with her husband and friends. Now that Dr. Yost, her husband and their 4 fur-kids call West Hartford home, she is excited to try all the new restaurants and hiking trails that Connecticut has to offer.

Dr. Wu, originally from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, received his Bachelors degree at the University of California at San Diego and his Dental degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. He then completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at UCONN Health Center, during which time he grew fond of West Hartford. Dr. Wu has been practicing dentistry for over 15 years. He is an active member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Connecticut State Dental Association, Hartford Dental Society, New England Mastertrack Study Club, Farmington Valley Study Club, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. His professional interests emphasize Cosmetic, Family, Implant dentistry and Adult Orthodontics. Dr. Wu received his Masters status with the Academy of General Dentistry in June 2015, awarded to less than 1% of all dentists. Additionally, Dr. Wu is honored to be selected as a leading provider for Six Month Smiles, designated to highly experienced dentists who represent Six Month Smiles Cosmetic Orthodontics. Dr. Wu and his wife Noyem have three boys, Andy, David and Sammy. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Wu enjoys coaching youth ice hockey and skiing.

Job Titles:

• Member of the American Dental Association

Dr. Austin grew up in Reno, Nevada and attended college at the University of Pennsylvania where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts. Following college, she spent two years doing vaccine research at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston before pursing dentistry. Dr. Austin graduated cum laude with her dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society. After dental school, Dr. Austin continued her education by completing a general practice residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Austin is a firm believer in educating her patients on their oral health and encourages an open dialogue about their dental care. She enjoys practicing as a general dentist where she can build lasting relationships with her patients. Dr. Austin is an active member of the American Dental Association, Connecticut State Dental Association, and Hartford Dental Society. She is also Invisalign certified. Out of the office, Dr. Austin is a patchwork quilter and a voracious reader. She resides in West Hartford where you will find her walking the neighborhood with her husband Matt, son Elliot, and their Pembroke Welsh corgi Zoey.