After growing through the Wappingers Central School District, I attended SUNY Albany, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2005 with my Bachelors of Science in Biology. Immediately following my graduation, I attended the School of Dental Medicine at SUNY Stonybrook, where I led my class as Class President for two terms. I graduated with my Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2009.
I then completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency at the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System Castle Point campus, treating our areas veterans. While there, I had the privilege of working under the close guidance of very skilled clinicians, who have been instrumental in helping shape my treatment philosophy. In August of 2010, I entered private practice, joining my father. Following my fathers retirement in late 2012, I took over as our sole clinician. While I like all aspects of dentistry, I have a particular interest in composite restorations and fixed prosthetics.
I take great pride in my profession and I enjoy my work tremendously. I am always seeking to improve myself professionally, through continuing education courses and by studying products/techniques in my spare time. Building strong relationships with my patients is very important to me, and I am committed to doing so.
I am a member of the Dutchess County Dental Society, the 9th District Dental Society, the New York State Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. I served on the executive board of our countys dental society in 2012, and currently serve as our societys Dutchess County Science fair judge.
Dental implants are the most durable and functional tooth replacement option available today. The implant is comprised of a titanium post that serves as the root of your replacement tooth, a porcelain crown, and an abutment that attaches the crown to the implant. With proper oral care, a dental implant can replace a natural tooth for a lifetime.
First, your doctor will take x-rays of your mouth and determine the optimal placement of the implant along your jawline. Once the implant has been surgically placed, the abutment and crown will be attached during restoration procedures. Most patients report less pain during recovery than with wisdom teeth extractions, but any discomfort can be treated with over-the-counter pain medication. If you are anxious about any stage in the implant procedure, the team at Michael Manasar Dentistry is always ready and happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have.