How Can We Help?

I want a tooth replaced

I want straighter teeth

My family needs a dentist

Welcome to Care Dental Associates

Located in Meriden, CT, Care Dental Associates is your local, comprehensive dental solution for the entire family. 


At Care Dental Associates, we believe dentistry is a very personal experience. Drs. Hyman and Dandu believe every person deserves to have a healthy, attractive smile. We invite you to view our website to learn more about the services and treatments we provide. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment. 

Why Choose Us?

All Services in One Office

  • Exams and Cleanings for Patients of All Ages

  • Implant Placement and Restorations

  • Invisalign

  • Convenient Hours – Open Saturdays

Latest Technology

  • Digital X-Rays

  • Intraoral Cameras


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David Hyman, DDS

Dr. Hyman received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Clark University in 1977. He attended the University of Maryland School of Dental Medicine, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1981. He has been recognized as a top dentist by the Consumer Research Council of America.

After 40+ years of dedicated service, Dr. Hyman retired as of 05/2021.

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Shruti Dandu, DDS

Dr. Dandu is a caring and compassionate practitioner dedicated to understanding patient concerns. She has provided dental services to those less fortunate, including volunteering for Give Kids a Smile, the USC Mobile Clinic which provides free dental care to children of migrant workers throughout Central California, and the First Choice Health Center mobile van which serves the needs of children in Hartford and Tolland county.

See what our patients have to say:


Dr. Hyman had been my dentist all my life with the exception of the time his father ran the business before him. What can I say, I feel very comfortable at the dentist never in pain and he is patient. He’s the best and I’m sure any new partners will be almost as good .
— Suzanne V.
My family and I have been coming to see Dr. Hyman for years and years and have always had nothing but great experiences with not only Dr. Hyman but also his staff. This place feels like family. We met Dr. Dandu today for the first time. She did a fantastic job with my check up and cleaning and was very careful and thorough. Highly recommend this office!!
— Jennifer N.
Very professional, new technology where they slightly numb you and you don’t even feel the needle going in to numb the certain areas of the mouth to do the work. I had deep scaling on half of my mouth and she did an excellent job along with tips and advice in caring for my gums, etc. Excellent. - highly recommended.
— Joan H.
I have been a patient of Dr. Hyman (and his father before him) for years. He is excellent at explaining what he is doing and this keeps me, the patient, both comfortable and informed. The entire staff is friendly and professional. I look forward to meeting Dr. Dandu in the future. If Dr. Hyman brought her into the practice, I’m sure she is excellent.
— William H.