About Steven Alban Family Dentistry
Dentist in Milford, DE
From the moment our patients enter Steven Alban Family Dentistry, they are greeted by a friendly environment and professional staff with years of dental care experience. A beautiful smile isn’t just pleasing to look at — it is one of the strongest indicators of positive overall health. Working with you, Dr. Steven Alban and his caring team will develop an individualized dental care plan for you and your family, ensuring you leave your visit with a beautiful, healthy smile.
Dr. Steven Alban, DDS
Dr. Steven Alban believes dentistry joins the arts and sciences. After three years of studying for a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland, College Park, Dr. Alban was accepted to dental school. While he was studying at the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, he was invited to participate in the Prosthodontic Clerkship program. This allowed him to focus on creating crowns, bridges, dentures, and restoring dental implants. He was invited to join Gamma Pi Delta, a Prosthodontic dental honor society, and at graduation was awarded the Maryland Academy of General Dentistry award for “high proficiency in clinical care and patient management”.
After earning his dental degree, Dr. Alban participated in a hospital residency program at Christiana Care hospital in Wilmington, DE. Dr. Alban was awarded the Biotene Award for Excellence in Hospital Dentistry. He has practiced privately in Delaware since 2000 and in Milford since 2005. His practice serves patients from Kent and Sussex Counties,including Felton, Lincoln, Milton, Harrington, Houston, DE.
As a dentist committed to providing excellent care to his patients, Dr. Alban frequently attends continuing education courses to educate himself about advances in dental practice and technology. As a dentist committed to access to care, Dr. Alban volunteers at the Hope Clinic in Dover, DE. He is an attending dentist with the Christiana Care General Dental residency program. Dr. Alban is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Delaware State Dental Society, and the Kent-Sussex Dental Society.
Besides practicing dentistry, he enjoys music, playing board games, reading, and participating in 17th century historical re-enactments. Dr. Alban performs with the Dover Symphony Orchestra, where he plays the oboe and English horn.
Cherie, Dental Hygienist
Cherie graduated from the Del. Tech. Hygiene Program in 1993. She has been with the practice since completing school. She worked for Dr. Hendel for 12 years prior to Dr. Steve’s purchase of the practice. Cherie is married and the proud mother of three children.
Tammy, Dental Hygienist
Tammy graduated from the Del Tech Hygiene Program in 1992. She volunteers regularly at the Hope Clinic in Dover. She is married and has 2 sons. Tammy enjoys crafts, reading, spending time with her family and is active in her church. Tammy has been working for Dr. Steve since he bought the practice in 2005, having previously worked for Dr. Hendel. She enjoys talking to people and being part of a great dental team.
Chrissie, Office Manager
Our office manager, Chrissie, joined the practice in 2021. She is originally from Pennsylvania, where she was in specialty dentistry for 9+ years as a surgical dental assistant and a schedule coordinator. Her overall goal is to ensure that all patients have a smooth, positive experience from start to finish in our office. Outside of the office, Chrissie and her family are busy exploring all the good things Delaware has to offer. They enjoy the beach, hiking, and spending time together.
Robin, Patient Care Coordinator
Robin started dental assisting in New Jersey in 1978. She left dental assisting in 1992 to be a stay at home mom. Robin moved to Delaware in 1998 became a patient of Dr. Hendel who ended up hiring her to help his wife run the front desk in 2004. She has continued to work for Dr. Alban since he took over the practice in 2005.
Vickie, Patient Care Coordinator
Vickie, born and raised in CA, and moved to DE in 2017 and went from eating In-N-Out Burger to eating Cheesesteaks. She has been involved in the Dental field, for 35 years. Vickie joined our team in 2022. She is married with 3 children and 3 grandchildren and loves to spend her time fishing, visiting family and exploring beautiful Delaware.
Kurt, Insurance Coordinator
Kurt is a Delaware native with family ties to Dover AFB. The first 15 years of his working career many roles in the
restaurant industry. His biggest achievement was being coined as a civilian by Dover’s Air Mobility Command Leader in
2011 for his volunteer work with the USO. In 2020 he made the decision to switched into healthcare. He has experience in
both oral surgery and general dentistry. In his down time, he enjoys swimming, beach days, and traveling to see family.
Maria, Dental Assistant
Maria was born in Maryland, but moved to Delaware in 2004. She graduated from Polytech High school in 2012 and completed her dental assisting program in 2019. Outside of the office Maria enjoys bike riding, photography and traveling.
Tracy, Dental Assistant
Tracy is a Delaware native. She graduated from Harris School for Dental Assisting in 2011, and has been in the dental field ever since. When not helping people love their smile, she enjoys live music, camping, kayaking, and her animals.
Penny, Dental Hygienist
