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Our dental staff consists of highly trained dental professionals with decades of experience. With years of training to their credit and the latest technology at their disposal, our dentists have the expertise and the equipment to perform a wide range of dental services. With degrees from the most distinguished dental schools in the world, our dentists and professional staff continue to improve their skills through extensive ongoing educational programs.
At the heart of our practice is Dr. Geoffrey L. Stefko. Originally from the Avon area, Dr. Stefko has practiced in Lorain, Medina, and Cuyahoga counties. Beginning his educational journey at Holy Trinity Grade School, Dr. Stefko later graduated from St. Ignatius High School. After graduation, he decided to pursue a career in dentistry, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He then completed two years of graduate studies at The Ohio State University focused on orthodontic research.
Dr. Stefko completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at The University of Detroit Mercy, followed by two years serving at Detroit Receiving Hospital. He continues to update and expand his training through multiple continuing education courses and is currently pursuing a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Stefko has participated in many professional and community organizations, including the American Dental Association, the American Orthodontic Society, The Commemorative Airforce, and The French Creek Development Association.
Dr. Rasanow is a North Ridgeville native who has spent most of his life in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from North Ridgeville High School, he was accepted into Cleveland State University’s honors program, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology. During his final two years at CSU, Dr. Rasanow had the privilege of completing biomedical research through the Lerner Research Institute at the Cleveland Clinic.
After completing undergraduate training, Dr. Rasanow completed four years of dental training at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in Detroit, Michigan. He is excited to be back in his hometown area and to be a member of the great team at Buckeye Dental and Braces.
Dr. Daniel Escovar comes from Caracas, Venezuela. He completed dental school at the Universidad Santa Maria in 2006 and a four-year oral surgery residency at the Universidad el Bosque in Bogota, Colombia in 2012. He then returned to his hometown, where he practiced oral surgery in private and public settings.
In 2015, Dr. Escovar had the opportunity to expand his knowledge and dental experience by moving to the United States. He later enhanced his dental skills by completing a two-year advanced residency program at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. He was appointed Chief Resident of his class. Upon completing his residency program in 2017, He was accepted as a faculty member in the Dental Medicine and Oral Surgery departments at MetroHealth Medical Center.
Dr. Escovar is a dedicated, empathetic dentist who believes that every patient should be treated as you would a member of your family. He is an Avon resident and loves spending time with his family. When he is not spending time with his family, he enjoys many of the Cleveland area golf courses.
