About Us
Dr. Matthew Gawlas, DMD
Dr. Gawlas knew from a rather young age that he wanted to be a dentist. He himself spent many hours in the chair as a child and saw the difference a happy and healthy smile made for him. He wanted to give that same feeling to others, confidence in smiling.
Patient Advocacy and Care
Dr. Gawlas is an advocate for his patients, making them healthier and
happier as he maintains and restores their oral health which directly affects
their overall wellbeing. In doing such, Dr. Gawlas performs thorough exams
and gets to know all aspects about his patients and their medical history to
ensure he is offering his patients the optimum care possible.
Professional Journey
Dr. Gawlas spent his first 5 years practicing in Denver, CO. Dr Gawlas had his
first taste of ownership in 2015 when he opened a practice in the Denver
suburbs of Arvada. He and his wife Maggie are avid skiers and outdoor
enthusiasts, so they thoroughly enjoyed everything the Rocky Mountains had
to offer. As much as they loved Colorado, all their family resides in DE and
PA, and in 2018, with baby #2 on the way, they decided to move back east.
Dr. Gawlas has been practicing in DE since then and in May of 2021 he
purchased the practice from Dr Rowen. He truly embraces the family practice
legacy that Dr Rowen has created over the years and will continue to keep
the practice a privately owned establishment where every patient will see
friendly, familiar faces at each visit.
Family Comes First
As a father of 4 girls, Dr. G puts a strong emphasis on family. From beaches
to lakes, soccer fields to dance recitals, much of his time outside the office is
spent with his crew! He loves to travel, cook, and passionately enjoys all
things sports. He is excited to get to know each and every patient that
chooses Gawlas Family Dental to be their dental home and will treat you as if
you were part of the family.
Education
Dr Gawlas graduated Summa Cum Laude from Susquehanna University with a major in Biology and a minor in Business Administration. He was a 4 year letter winner on the men’s soccer team and captain his junior and senior years. He graduated Cum Laude from Temple’s Dental School and continues his journey with countless hours of continuing education every year. He is a member of the Delaware State Dental Society and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Todd Rowen, DMD
The Golden Rule
Dr. Rowen has spent the last 40 years taking care of his patients oral care. His guiding principle throughout his practice has been to treat every patient as he would want to be treated, the golden rule.
Education: A Lifelong Journey
From the beginning of his career Dr. Rowen has placed a priority on continuing education, having attended thousands of hours in courses pertaining to all aspects of clinical Dentistry. Aside from enjoying Dentistry Dr. Rowen spends time outdoors fishing, playing golf and skiing.
The Team
From dental hygienists and dental assistants to lab technicians and office staff, we genuinely care for our patients. We make sure your appointment is comfortable and meets all of your expectations.
YOU ARE OUR PRIORITY
Welcome to Gawlas Family Dental, where our family takes care of yours! We genuinely care for our patients and make sure your appointment is comfortable and meets all of your expectations. You are our priority!