local resources : february '08

Fresh-Faced
and Kissable

If ever a month to look and feel irresistible—this is it. Be good to yourself and consider improving your dental health and revitalizing your look. The following is a guide to the Long Island experts who can help you achieve your new look.

Diamond Smiles/David Diamond, DMD
“Self esteem is priceless,” says David Diamond, DMD. At Diamond Smiles, patients who had given up on achieving the smile of their dreams can now smile again with confidence. If fear, embarrassment or finances have kept you from visiting a dentist, you’ll find comfort and understanding at Diamond Smiles. The practice offers pain-free dentistry and an understanding of all dental phobias. The doctors, the hygienists and every other member of the Diamond Smiles staff are compassionate, courteous and professional. Services at Diamond Smiles include general and cosmetic dentistry, Zoom 2 teeth whitening (as seen on television’s “Extreme Makeover”), tooth-colored fillings, porcelain veneers, crowns and bridges, cosmetic dentures, implant restorations and Invisalign® Invisible Teeth Straightening. Diamond Smiles accepts most insurance plans towards payment.87 Community Rd. Bay Shore , 631-665-3966

Total Family Dentistry of St. James, P.C.
Are you looking for that Hollywood smile? Tired of jumping from office to office to see different doctors to treat you and your family? At Total Family Dentistry we have all of your family’s needs under one roof. Celebrating our 15th year of dental excellence in family dentistry, our general Dentists and Specialists have improved the oral health of our patients one smile at a time. We can treat your entire family! Children, Grandchildren, Parents and Grandparents are all welcomed. Our services include: Same Day Emergency Visits, Cosmetic Porcelain Laminates Veneers, Clear and Invisilign Braces, White Fillings, Crowns, Bridges, Implants, Wisdom Teeth Extractions Periodontal Gum Treatments, fillings and regular routine Hygiene Visits. Be a part of our family practice; call us at 631-584-5523 331 First Ave., St. James 631-584-5523 • www.totalfamilydentistry.com

The Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Center at Stony Brook
Refresh: Skilled aestheticians utilizing advanced skin care products and techniques will restore that youthful, radiant glow to your skin. Rejuvenate: Using advanced non-surgical and surgical techniques, including the full spectrum of soft tissue fillers. Restore: Surgically reverse the physical signs of childbirth or aging, achieving a more youthful appearance. The most important decision in electing to have cosmetic surgery is choosing the right plastic surgeon. At the Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Center at Stony Brook, all surgeons are board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, having completed years of plastic surgery training at nationally renowned medical centers, passing rigorous written and oral examinations, and practicing plastic surgery for at least two years. All have also completed additional fellowship training in subspecialty areas of plastic surgery. For details call 631- 444-4666.24 Research Way, Suite 100, East Setauket 631-444-4666 • www.upsb.org

Howard A. Popper, D.D.S., D.A.B., Perio. Jason P. Popper, D.D.S.
When is a smile more than a smile? When it’s a sign of good general health. Drs. Howard and Jason Popper maintain that severe periodontal disease can be a chronic condition that sneaks up on us, causing a host of problems. The mouth has a wonderful blood supply, and when the gums become inflamed, bacteria that have been making bacterial plaque spill into the blood stream. If bacteria settle in the heart serious health consequences can occur. Periodontal disease attacks the gums and bone supporting teeth in the jawbones, leading to loss of teeth. If you suffer from bleeding gums, bad breath, soft or retreating gums or other symptoms, call for a consultation. Periodontal therapy may save more than your teeth. It will improve your overall health.999 Walt Whitman Rd., Suite 302, Melville 631-385-9400
One Medical Drive, Port Jefferson Station 631-928-5850
www.incredibleimplants.com

Long Island Periodontal Professionals
Alan H. Farber, D.D.S., and his associates Chris Chondrogiannis, D.D.S., and Alicja E. McCrudden, D.D.S., are now offering computer-guided implants. This time-saving procedure utilizes CAT Scans to plan implants in three dimensions resulting in less patient time in a dental chair—as little as 45 minutes to an hour. Dr. Farber notes that dental CAT Scans are safe and emit less radiation than medical CAT Scans. He offers periodontal procedures, which improve the esthetics of your gum line by treating a “gummy” smile or covering exposed roots. An innovative “flapless” procedure eliminates stitches and minimizes post-operative discomfort. With 20 years of experience in his field, Dr. Farber will treat you like a member of the family with individualized care customized for your particular needs.523 Townline Rd., Suite 11, Hauppauge 631-265-4442
1641 Route 112, Suite B, Medford
631-758-3700 • www.longislandperio.com

Marotta Facial Plastic Surgery
Marotta Facial Plastic Surgery is a premier cosmetic and reconstructive surgery center located in historic Smithtown. Led by Dr. James C. Marotta, facial specialist, the practice offers the very latest minimally-invasive rejuvenation surgeries (e.g. endoscopic midface and brow lifts, mini-facelifts) and non-surgical anti-aging treatments (e.g. Botox, Restylane, Radiesse, Sculptra, Fat Injections, Microdermabrasion, IPL Photofacials, Chemical Peels) in addition to standard procedures (e.g. nose jobs, eyelid lifts, deep-plane facelifts, cheek and chin implants). Dr. Marotta is board certified, Yale University-trained, an Assistant Professor of Surgery and was recently named one of America’s Top Physicians. To learn more about Dr. Marotta, his practice and the complete list of services, visit www.marottamd.com.
Call 631-982-2022 to schedule a consultation.267 East Main Street, Building B, Smithtown
631 982-2022 • www.marottamd.com

Miller Place Dental Associates
Welcome to a higher standard of dental care. At Miller Place Dental Associates, comprehensive dental care is attuned to each patients’ individual needs. All phases of general, cosmetic and implant dentistry are performed in a friendly, nurturing environment. The dental staff includes Joseph D’Agrosa, DDS, who offers complex diagnosis and full mouth rehabilitation; Marc Richling, DDS, who focuses on cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign orthodontics, and teaches dental residents at St. Charles Hospital; and Dennis Goetz, DDS, F.A.G.D., whose primary areas are periodontics and implant dentistry. The office has been treating the families of Miller Place and the Greater Port Jefferson/Three Village area since 1972. Most forms of insurance are accepted, and the doctors participate with Care Credit, an up to 12-month, no-interest payment plan.555 Route 25A, Miller Place • 631-744-0202 • www.millerplacedental.com

New York Dental Management Group
For over 35 years, many dental patients in the metropolitan area have chosen New York Dental Management Group. The group is comprised of private dental practices who share the vision of providing quality dentistry to the state of New York. They are located in Westchester, Long Island and New York City and its boroughs. These practices feature highly-qualified dentists and hygienists. They are all equipped to provide patients with cosmetic, preventative and restorative care, including laser teeth whitening and dental implants. Some locations have on-staff oral surgeons and periodontists. Patients are presented with all dental treatment options, with early morning, late evening and weekend hours available. New York Dentists are experts in treating children. For the practice closest to you or an affiliated specialist, see their Web site.www.yournewyorkdentists.com

Dental Fill-Ins, Ltd.
Filling positions, even temporarily, for a dental office takes fine judgment and a deft touch. Dental Fill-Ins Ltd. has been meeting those demands since 2000. The agency’s founder, Mara, explains that her idea was to establish a permanent and temporary employment agency providing top-quality personnel, as well as offer boutique-style customer service. With a record of proficiency, professionalism and dedication, Dental Fill-Ins can promptly fill any temporary and/or permanent staffing needs that arise. Top quality service is as easy as making a phone call. Office hours are Monday - Thursday 8- 3 and Friday from 8 - 1. Please call 631-421-9006. Call 516-840-1299 after hours and weekends.900 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville 631-421-9006; fax: 631-421-9007 24-hour emergency service 516-840-1299 www.dentalfill-ins.com
We are proud to announce our second location in Manhattan, 212-421-9009

Bayside & Mid Island Dental
Bayside & Mid-Island Dental Associates has a dentist who can care for the dental needs of your whole family! Our first location in Bayside, has been there for over 30 years, with complimentary valet parking to ease you into our comfortable, safe, state-of-the art facility. Our second office in Hicksville has 22 years of caring for families. The menu of services offered here include but are not limited to: cosmetic smile makeovers, cosmetic imaging, reduced radiation x-rays with digital processing, Porcelain Veneers, MINI Denture Implants in a day, and BriteSmile whitening. We are Premier Invisalign providers—Invisalign, the invisible way to straighten your teeth. We have everything a patient needs to feel comfortable and welcome from flat panel TV/DVD in reception and treatment rooms, to neck rolls and hot towels.23-91 Bell Blvd., Bayside, 718-631-7337
400 S. Oyster Bay Rd., Hicksville, 516-933-8600
www.baysidedental.com

Skin Deep
Skin Deep provides the amenities of a spa and the expert care of a physician and licensed staff. The beautiful medical spa offers state-of-the-art lasers and equipment, non-surgical anti-aging and skin rejuvenating laser treatments, leg vein removal and body contouring procedures. Concerned about your skin type? Don’t be. Skin Deep has the right regimen to bring your skin back to its healthiest state. The staff works with one goal in mind—to help you look better and feel better. Valerie O’Rourke, president of Skin Deep, is a registered nurse with 26 years of experience. Using her experience from working with top plastic surgeons in New York, Valerie directs all clinical operations at Skin Deep. Spa manager and NYS licensed esthetician of 10 years is Christine Picciano. Dr. William H.E. Romero, is Skin Deep’s medical director, with 20 years experience.999 Walt Whitman Rd., Suite 303, Melville
631-470-9565 www.skindeepcce.com

Suffolk Plastic Surgeons
The latest innovations in plastic surgery are available at Suffolk Plastic Surgeons, P.C. Their state-of-the art facility includes a surgical suite as well as a medical spa. The philosophy of plastic surgeons Hilton C. Adler, M.D. F.A.C.S. , Stephen F. Coccaro, M.D. F.A.C.S. and Kenneth C. Kneessy, M.D. F.A.C.S. is that plastic surgery is not just a matter of changing your appearance. It can also boost your self-confidence as you begin to look as young as you feel. The physicians at Suffolk Plastic Surgeons, P.C. provide facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation and body contouring including liposuction and tummy tucks. Their integrated “medi spa” ­ Spa Belle Meade—integrates advance skincare with cosmetic surgery. Spa Belle Meade provides pre- and postoperative skin rejuvenation and skincare. Schedule a complimentary cosmetic consultation today.179 Belle Meade Rd., Suite 1, East Setauket
631-751-4400, www.suffolkplasticsurgeon.com

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