Providing world-class dentistry and improving my patients dental function, overall health, and aesthetics is extremely fulfilling, both on a personal and a professional level. Even after practicing dentistry for 33 years, each day continues to be unique because each case and every patient is unique. Practicing in the heart of the melting pot of the world, Ive met and have come to know many people from all corners of the globe and have had cultural exchanges from a unique cross section of New Yorkers, all of whom enrich me personally.
I completed my undergraduate education at Brandeis University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology in 1978. I earned my Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1981 from New York University College of Dentistry. While my formal education is complete, my thirst for knowledge is never ending. I attend numerous forms of continuing education every year and I am always incorporating new and improved advanced dental equipment, materials and techniques to improve patient care and satisfaction.
I work in association with Donated Dental Services, a program for disadvantaged people with dental needs that have neither the financial resources nor public assistance for their dental care. The smiles and grateful responses I receive from these patients are the warmest and most sincere of all, sometimes even accompanied by tears of joy upon completion of their care. These add to some of my fondest memories from my years of practice.
While I may be passionate about my Green Bay Packers and, over the past 33 years of establishing Herald Square Dental & The Denture Center as one of New York Citys premier dental offices, my practice is of great importance to me however, the reality is that I am most passionate about my family. Both my wife, Joan and myself come from very close families and we are the proud parents of three grown young men, James, Joshua, and Lucas, and our wonderful dog, Riggs. Although little league baseball, recreation league basketball, Jazz band, and forensics has faded into spirited debates about politics and our beloved NY Mets, it is always with love, warmth, and passion. My hobbies of hiking and traveling would be empty if I were not sharing those with the one I am most passionate about, my wife Joanie!
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 554 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestIra Feinberg
a year ago
Great care, great staff, very professional and caring. Highly recommend.
Edward Schnittger
a year ago
Willingly arranged to serve my elderly mother on an emergency basis. Very reasonable senior citizen charges for uninsured patient. Many thanks! You now have a permanent patient.
Ricky Ramoutar
a year ago
As a new patient i appreciate the fact that all my pre screening medical and insurance questions were available to fill out online that was a big plus for me, also my appointment was on time also the staff was great.
Katherine Casali
a year ago
Amber is always polite , professional and leaves my teeth feeling brand new again every time.
Wen Rosen
a year ago
Excelente care, compassionate and always consistent. Thank you so much!
B C
a year ago
This office ALWAYS over book's appointments. You wait for at least an hour every time you visit. Staff is stressed and the office is chaotic. The dentists are good but cant spend much time with one patient because of the overbooking. Really more of a meat market. Just serving as many people as they can cram into each day. If you have good insurance, i would recommend going somewhere else :(
Asia Bauland
a year ago
Amazing, fantastic, brilliant, incredible, spectacular! The Smilist Dental Company is everything you want in a dental team. From the front desk girls, to the dental hygienist to the doctor. Everyone was professional, patient and worked with me since I'm between insurances! So happy I found you guys!
Dayna Renee
a year ago
The staff are all friendly. Ashley the hygienist is amazing! Communicated what she was doing every step of the way, made me feel very comfortable. And the office itself is really nice.
Jennifer Moscoso
a year ago
Tori is my #1 for any dental cleanings, Dr.Wakily amazing Dentist !! Always look forward to my dental visits!
spacecookie89
a year ago
The desk workers, hygienist and dentist were very nice and professional and were very good with my young son
Derek Gentile
a year ago
Everyone at East Islip Dental was so pleasant and professional. They squeezed me in with a last-minute emergency (I had never been here before) and I don't think I've ever been taken care of so quickly and efficiently in any healthcare setting. I would highly recommend and plan on using them exclusively in the future based off this one experience.
AMY Jill E
a year ago
Professional and friendly
Ali Mosaver
a year ago
Amazing service, they took care of my needs. I would highly recommend to anyone that wants their needs to be taken care of, by a wonderful staff.
Beth Hannan
a year ago
This was my first visit. The office was clean and everyone was so professional.Dr. wakily explained everything to me and did an excellent job! This is now my new dentist
Michael Hoff
a year ago
Dr. Henner is very nice and I didn't feel any pain.
Shaun Berry
a year ago
Honestly the best dentists I've ever been to and the hygienist just cleared my teeth so good I actually want to keep up with brushing and flossing
Evvii Ebby
a year ago
Dr. Yang and staff are very nice welcoming. Such a nice clean office. Dr. Hand make you feel very comfortable and she listen to what you have to say. Nice Dentist
Karen Zorzenon
a year ago
Love all the staff at East Islip Dental. Extremely friendly and yet professional. Adore Dr. Boerger ( sorry if I have the spelling incorrect). She does a wonderful job taking care of my smile.
ana flores
a year ago
Best dentist experience ever, came in for a new patient appointment very nervous due to dental issues hygienist Olga made me feel so comfortable and gave me the best cleaning. Glad i found this office
Maria McCauley
a year ago
Great staff, polite and friendly. Everyone is professional.
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