Frank J. Mitera, D.M.D., F.A.G.D.
Dr. Mitera was born and raised locally and graduated from Chicopee High School. Prior to his professional education, he had served for five years with the United States Navy as a dental technician. Following active duty, he attended American International College, Springfield, MA, receiving a BS degree in Biology followed by his DMD degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston MA. During his professional studies and into his practice, Dr. Mitera continued his military career in both the Navy Reserve followed by the Connecticut Air National Guard where he retired with the rank of Major. He has been a partner in the practice for over 22 years. Dr. Mitera’s memberships include the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society and the Valley District Dental Society where he serves on the education and fluoridation committee. In addition, he is an Academy of General Dentistry Fellow. Dr. Mitera is very knowledgeable of the latest dental techniques and procedures. Hobbies include canoeing and the great outdoors. His greatest enjoyment is personal time spent with his family. Dr. Mitera resides in Belchertown, MA with his wife of 27 years, as well as his three children.
Timothy J. Young, D.M.D.
Dr. Young was born in Lawrence, MA and was raised in Portland, ME, where he graduated from Deering High School. He attended the University of Maine, Orono, majoring in Zoology. He chose to enter the dental field, attending Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. Dr. Young joined the Ludlow Family Dentistry in 2015 after practicing in Connecticut for 28 years. He furthered his dental education in endodontics (root canal treatments) and the latest dental technologies. He enjoys the challenges that dentistry presents in providing comprehensive, painless, and individualized dental treatment. Dr. Young is a member of The American Dental Association, The Connecticut Dental Association, The Hartford Dental society, The Massachusetts Dental Society and The Valley District Dental Society. Dr. Young has been married for 30 years to his wife and have three children. As well as spending time with family, he enjoys many outdoor activities such as running, hiking, skiing, and sailing.