Garden Dental Arts is a Brooklyn based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so by using advanced dental equipment. As a cosmetic dentist we offer services ranging from checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more. We also perform emergency dentist services including, yet not limited to bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges.

At Garden Dental Arts, our goal is to help patients reach the highest level of oral health possible so they may enjoy the benefits of a healthy, functional, and attractive smile. Dr. Samantha Ifill and her team believe that good oral health contributes significantly to total well-being.

Brooklyn is a vibrant community and one in which our practice enjoys being active, both professionally and personally. GDA does community outreach to local schools and other organizations, to educate individuals about the importance of good oral health.

Dr. Ifill is most passionate about the role she plays in helping patients to achieve optimal oral health and confidence by creating a healthy, functional and attractive smile while nurturing her patients' trust. The opportunity to improve patients total well-being, both physically by treating and eliminating oral disease as well as psychologically by giving patients a new level of confidence is of the utmost importance in delivering high caliber comprehensive dentistry.

After completing her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, Dr. Ifill spent the first half of her twenty year career in community dentistry, providing care in a clinical as well as administrative manner to patients in nonprofit facilities.

Dr. Ifill has always believed that life is a continuous learning process. Continuing education is an integral part of being a great dentist which allows her to keep abreast of all the latest advancements in technology in order to provide patients with quality dentistry. As a result of her dedication to learning, Dr. Ifill was awarded a fellowship certification in dental implants by the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. In addition, her other professional affiliations listed below provide extensive training and coursework as well as the opportunity to collaborate with her peers.

Christiana Goff is a Registered Dental Hygienist at Garden Dental Arts. Completing her undergraduate education to earn a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Rochester, she continued her studies to graduate top of her hygiene program at New York University College of Dentistry in 2011. Christiana is a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association and also of the Sigma Phi Alpha National Dental Hygiene Honor Society. Christiana volunteers each year with the GDA team on their annual dental mission trip. The team participates in the 1000 Smiles Dental Project that provides free access to dental care in the West Indies.

Outside of dentistry, Christiana can be found cycling or running around Brooklyn. She is a self proclaimed plant enthusiast, appreciating them in her 'jungle' she has at home as well as on her hiking trips near and far.

Dentistry has been a love of Andreas for as long as she can remember. Born in Jamaica, West Indies and raised in Brooklyn, NY, she attended Clara Barton High School where her dental career began. Andreas favorite part of her job continues to be making my patients feel comfortable and at ease while theyre in the dental chair. Over the past twenty-seven years, it still brings me joy to see a satisfied and smiling patient walk out the door each and every time. Outside of the office, you can catch me in the gym or enjoying weekend brunches with my loved ones.

Joanna was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and has been a Dental Assistant for over 10 years. Always eager to support people, she feels right at home in her role at Garden Dental Arts and enjoys helping new patients become comfortable at the office. Joanna is fluent in both English and Spanish, making GDAs information and services accessible to even more of our community members.

Melissa has been a dental assistant for over 15 years and joined the GDA team in January 2019. She enjoys interacting with the GDA patients and making them feel comfortable. In her free time, Melissa enjoys cooking, traveling and spending time with her family.

Emmy began her dental career a little over 6 years ago as a dental assistant. While going to school for criminal justice and police reform, she soon realized dentistry was an added passion and enjoyed seeing others smile confidently. With experience in customer service and taking pride in helping others, Emmy's main priority is making sure our GDA family gets the time and attention needed to help everyone understand the financial aspects and making it just a bit easier to help meet your dental needs. On her free time Emmy enjoys painting, reading and cooking world wide inspired meals.

The team at Garden Dental Arts believe in the importance of preventative care. We focus on keeping patients in good oral health so that they can live a full, healthy, and enjoyable life that is free from oral pain. This starts by educating our patients on what they can do to stay healthy at home. In our family dentist office we recommend that patients eat a healthy diet that consists of green leafy vegetables, lean protein, nuts, dairy products, and crunchy fruits and veggies. Eating these foods along with drinking water can help to keep teeth healthy and make them stronger. By simultaneously reducing sugar intake, patients can also reduce their risk of cavities.

It is also important to brush and floss throughout the day. Instead of waiting for bedtime to brush teeth, carry a small toothbrush and use it after meals and snacks. This makes it possible to remove sugar and bacteria from the teeth and gums before it has the opportunity to turn into acid that can attack the teeth. This preventative step can greatly reduce a persons' risk of getting a cavity or gum disease. We understand the importance of taking these steps at home and will spend the time necessary to educate and inform patients so that they can stay healthy overall. Education, after all, is essential for living a long and healthy life.

Understanding the importance of these regular dental exams, the staff at Garden Dental Arts work to make each patient extremely comfortable. This includes being welcoming and kind while performing dental treatments in a way that is painless and relaxing. Patients visit our dentist office because they trust us to do just that take care of their teeth and gums, gently. The majority of our patients are local and come from the greater Brooklyn area, we also see patients that are looking for gentle dental care.

Seniors, on the other hand, often struggle with gum disease and oral infections. As people age, their teeth can become weaker and infected more easily. Bone loss is incredibly common with seniors and by conducting regular dental exams, the team at Garden Dental Arts can help seniors to have strong teeth and reduce the risk of them falling out. Since over seventy percent of U.S. adults suffer from tooth loss, preventative care is important.

A. Primary, or 'baby,' teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a path that permanent teeth can follow when they are ready to come in.

A. First, rinse the irritated area with warm salt water and place a cold compress on the face if it is swollen. Give the child acetaminophen for any pain, rather than placing aspirin on the teeth or gums. Finally, see a dentist as soon as possible.

A. Sealants work by filling in the crevasses on the chewing surfaces of the teeth. This shuts out food particles that could get caught in the teeth, causing cavities. The application is fast and comfortable and can effectively protect teeth for many years.

A. Have your family dentist evaluate the fluoride level of your child's primary source of drinking water. If your child is not getting enough fluoride internally through water (especially if the fluoride level is deficient or if your child drinks bottled water without fluoride), then we may prescribe fluoride supplements.

A. Soft plastic mouthguards can be used to protect teeth, lips, cheeks and gums from sport related injuries. A custom-fitted mouthguard will protect your teeth from injuries and even provide protection from severe injuries to the head.

A. There is very little risk in dental X-rays. Family dentists are especially careful to limit the amount of radiation to which you and your family are exposed. Lead aprons and high-speed film are used to ensure safety and minimize the amount of radiation. Digital x-rays provide an even greater level of protection by using up to 90 percent less radiation.

A family dentist might tell you to brush your teeth often to keep cavities away. The mouth has many microorganisms, which is why it is so important to use toothpaste regularly. These might feed on bits of food particles left in the mouth, leading to oral infections. You could have gum disease or tooth decay

Most experts recommend that people should visit the family dentist two times a year. The dentist performs an overall exam of the gums, teeth, and mouth to see if there are any signs of decay, gum disease, or other issues. It is important to have a dental professional check the gums because gum disease can

The family dentist is aware of the need for extra care with kids teeth. Dentists are also familiar with the tendency of kids to fidget in the chair. The dentist will talk the kids through what they are doing and why. The dentist will try to make the kids feel comfortable during the visit.Childhood visits

To keep kids safe and comfortable, it is important to be aware of the most common dental emergencies in children. Understanding pediatric dental emergencies helps parents get the care needed as soon as possible. Children experiencing a dental emergency should be given immediate treatment to reduce pain and prevent long-term issues.These are some common dental