14 Market Street, Centereach, NY 11720
Throughout my dental career, I have focused on providing the high-quality care that my patients deserve. As a dentist, one of my most rewarding roles is being a dental educator. I take the time to explain to my patients their dental needs and all possible treatment solutions. Once patients understand their options, they can make informed decisions and choose the dental care that works best for them. It is very rewarding to hear a patient say, “I get it. No dentist ever explained my mouth so clearly to me before.”
I have founded my practice on the principle of providing clear and precise diagnoses and delivering comfortable, successful dental care. My favorite moments in dentistry come when I treat those who thought their mouth was a hopeless situation. When I am able to restore their teeth and give them back their smiles, the looks of appreciation and amazement that I receive are truly what make dentistry such a rewarding career.
From the moment you arrive at my office, you will sense my enthusiasm for dentistry. I look forward to meeting you and the opportunity to provide dental care.
My interest and involvement in dentistry began while I was in high school. I had the good fortune to work part-time as a dental assistant for my local dentist. Because of this opportunity, what was simply a part-time job blossomed into a passion for dentistry and the pursuit of my dental degree.
Upon graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and a minor in German from Adelphi University, my professional education continued at Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine where I earned my Doctorate of Dental Surgery.
Following my graduation from Columbia, I had the privilege to provide dental care for our veterans during my general practice residency at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center. My dental skills and knowledge have been enhanced through the Advanced Education in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry courses taken under the auspices of The Hornbook Group. For more than thirty years, I have maintained a private practice in general and cosmetic dentistry.
Continuing education is very important to me, and I attend many hours of continuing education courses each year to ensure my patients receive only the best care. I am a member of the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, and the Suffolk County Dental Society of which I have served on its board of directors and several committees. As a general dentist, I am proficient in many areas of dentistry, including cosmetic dentistry, emergency dentistry, dental implant restorations, endodontic therapy, and periodontal therapy.
In gratitude for all that dentistry has personally given me, I donate my professional services to the Suffolk County Dental Society’s “Save-A- Smile” program. This voluntary program is organized by the Family Service League and provides pro bono dental care to those in need throughout our community.
In my spare time, I enjoy socializing with my friends and spending time with my family, which includes my two brothers, two sisters, and the pride and joy of my life – my daughter. Other hobbies of mine include cooking, baking, and working out on the treadmill. I also love reading, playing cards and board games, and going to the movies.