Q: What got you into this specific medical field?

A: As a child I always liked going to the dentist and then as a teenager, I knew that is what I was going to do! I also enjoy being with and helping others.

 

Q: What landed you in your city, and what is it that you like about the neighborhood?

A: Grew up in Irondequoit and wanted to stay in the neighborhood.

 

Q: Where did you receive your undergraduate and professional degrees, and did you participate in any residencies?

A: For undergrad I attended Niagara University, then for my professional degree, the University of Buffalo. For my residencies I was at the Genesee Hospital and the Eastman Dental Center.

 

Q: Do you belong to any professional associations?

A: I belong to Monroe County Dental Society, 7th District Dental Society & American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

 

Q: What year did you begin practicing?

A: 1986

 

Q: What investments in your practice equipment and facilities have you made?

A: 10 years ago I purchased a 1,300 square foot office and gutted and remodeled it to a modern atmosphere. We also have the Sirona CEREC AC, digital X-rays & an Odyssey diode laser.

 

Q: What procedures do you feel your practice excels in above others?

A: The CEREC AC has the ability to fabricate an all porcelain restoration in our office while the patient waits. Our digital X-rays in which the images appear instantly and our diode laser can be used in treating periodontal pockets to kill the bacteria in hopes to control the disease.

 

Q: What are your office hours?

A: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm with lunch from 12-1

 

 

Q: What HMO or PPO providers are you in network with? Do you offer financing?

A: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Guardian, Health Economics, Delta Dental, Rochester City School, and we offer Care Credit for financing.

 

Q: Do you accept any government programs or discount cards?

A: Child Health Plus

 

Q: What are the most challenging parts of your everyday practice?

A: With today's economic decline, having patient acceptance for optimal treatment.

 

Q: What are the best moments that make it worthwhile?

A: Patient satisfaction.