We are a true general dental practice, which means that the vast majority of dental procedures are performed in our office without the need to refer you to a specialist. However we also know when a specialist might be needed for those advanced cases that require their help.

We are very wholistic in our approach for one can only successfully treat a patient when it is done in a comprehensive way. Treating one aspect of a patient's condition while not addressing other important factors can never yield success. That is why your initial visit includes a thorough clinical and radiographic examination. But we go a step further.

We will teach you everything you need to understand what is happening in your mouth, why, and how we can treat it successfully. When you understand every aspect of your dental care, fear and anxiety melts away. And your ability to perform the necessary preventative treatment at home increases as well. Please visit our 'Learning Center' to see a preview of what you are about to learn.

Our standard of excellence and dedication to personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. Throughout the comprehensive treatment planning process, we embrace a minimally invasive approach using evidenced-based techniques and materials to achieve optimal results.

We will teach you everything you need to know about the standard of care you deserve andhow to evaluate the quality of care you receive. This is important for you as a patient, because we need your feedback to know if we have lived up to our responsibilities to create the comfort, function and esthetics that any quality dental care requires.

As you have already seen, in our practice, we truly believe that preventative care and education are the keys to your optimal dental and overall health.We strive to provide dental health care vs. dental disease care.'

Your initial exam allows us to check the overall health of your teeth and gums, perform an oral cancer exam, check for optimal balance and harmony between your teeth and your bite, and take quality digital x-ray images (but only when necessary.) And we go the extra mile to make sure you understand everything we have learned about you in the process.

Because Dr. Weber performs all of his own hygiene services, you will always have the doctor by your side - providing you with all the necessary materials and techniques to prevent further dental disease and stay healthy. A regular review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may also impact your dental health.

Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain our sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success.We understand how uneasy some patients can feel about their dental visits, and we know that we can make a difference by providing a relaxing and positive experience. Dr. Weber and his entire team are dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

We are a true general dental practice, which means that the vast majority of dental procedures are performed in our office, comfortably and without the need to refer you to a specialist. However we also know when a specialist might be needed for those advanced cases that require their help. And should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see you and care for you as soon as possible.

Our approach is very individualized - our treatment center is actually comprised of only one operatory! Therefore, you will never find Dr. Weber being pulled away to see another patient - you and you alone will always be his primary focus.

Our approach is also a wholistic one. We believe that successful dental treatment can only be achieved when it is done in a comprehensive manner. Treating one aspect of a patient's condition while not addressing other important factors can never yield a success result. That is why your initial visit includes a thorough clinical and radiographic examination. But we go a step further.

Our methods are informative and interactive. With digital, electronic records you will always be an active participant in the examination, treatment planning, and decision making process. Besides the reassurance this brings our patients, by understanding what we are doing, how and why we are doing a procedure dramatically reduces anxiety and apprehension providing you with unparalleled comfort.

Dr. Weber is a teacher and a writer. His patients are his students and his operatory is his classroom. Please visit our 'Learning Center' to see a sample of his ability to communicate often complicated subjects in a clear and concise manner.

Our standard of excellence and dedication to personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. Throughout the comprehensive treatment planning process, we also embrace a minimally invasive, evidenced-based approach to achieve optimal results.

In our practice, we truly believe that well informed preventative care is the key to achieving optimal oral and overall health. We continuously strive to provide dental health care vs. dental disease care.'

Your initial exam is an opportunity to check the overall health of your teeth and gums, perform an oral cancer examination, check for optimal balance and harmony between your teeth and your jaws, and take high quality digital radiographs (x-ray images) A regular review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may also impact your dental health and treatment.

Using digital technology to document your condition and your treatment, you will always be able to follow along as an active participant, viewing your own radiographs and understanding your own dental chart.

As your chosen dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. Therefore in order to give you the best possible service and results, we are also committed to continual education and learning.

We frequently attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Dr Weber has been a member in good standing of the American Dental Association and New York State Dental Association for his entire 40 year career. In addition, Dr. Weber is an active member of his own local Sixth District Dental Society.

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is central to our successful results.We understand how uneasy some patients can feel about their dental visits, and we know that we can make a difference by providing a relaxing and positive experience to them. For this reason, Dr. Weber and his entire team are dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

Dr. Weber was born and raised in Huntington, Long Island, New York asthe son of a family dentist. Following in his father's footsteps was always his dream. So, upon graduating from high school, he applied forand was accepted to the prestigious Six Year Dental Program at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.As one of only sixteen applicants accepted nationwide to this unique and innovative program, Dr. Weber received both his Bachelors of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees upon his graduation in 1980 at the age of 23. He has been licensed to practice dentistry in New York ever since that summer.

Upon returning to Long Island, Dr Weber enjoyed working with his father in Hicksville, NY. Upon his father's retirement in 1984, Dr. Weber then continued a successful, solo practice on Long Island until 1997 when he then moved his family to Cooperstown, NY seeking a simpler, less hectic life. By putting a small office in a historic old home, Dr. Weber was able to spend more time with his family and with his patients than ever before.

From the beginning, Dr. Weber realized the importance of teaching his patients everything they needed to know about their dental care. It was through this process that he would watch them begin to relax and then take an active part in their oral health. This concept has always proven to be very successful in creating a calm, healthy dental environment for patients of all ages. With the help of computerized imaging and digital records, this process has become even easier and more interactive.

Dr. Weber has always given back to the community in which he practices. For this reason, and like his father before him, Dr. Weber has been an active member of Lions Clubs International for over 40 years, helping to serve those in need on a local, national and even international level. In recognition for his service to others, Lion Dr. Weber is the recipient of two International Presidential Awards and six International President's Certificates of Appreciation from the world's largest service organization.

We will reserve 90 minutes of time for your initial visit, and you will have Dr Weber's undivided attention for that entire period of time. It is very uncommon to receive that kind of one-on-one attention from a dentist but Dr. Weber truly believes that unless you understand, in detail, what the difference between oral health and disease is it is much harder to embrace many of the preventative measures at your disposal to remain disease free.

During your initial visit, Dr. Weber will take a full set of digital radiographs which present the most detailed images of the entirety of every tooth as well as the surrounding bone. First you will learn how to read these radiographs, what the images mean and how the tooth is constructed. Terminology that is frequently used by dentists will be explained to you as well so that you can be completely on the same page as the Doctor when you review your records with him.

Then a complete oral examination will be performed where you will be screened for any oral pathology such as tumors or cancerous lesions, dental (tooth related) diseases, periodontal (gum and bone) diseases, occlusal trauma (from an imbalanced bite), and anything else that pertains to your oral health.

Once you receive this package, we ask that you complete the important office forms ahead of time and bring them with you to your initial visit. Because these documents are signed, we cannot accept a digital copy of them, only the original signed copies. The following is a guide to help you complete these forms.

Every question in this form serves an important purpose. From registering you as a new patient in our computer system to providing us with your medical history each answered question will help the initial examination go more smoothly.

It is important for Dr. Weber to fully understand any medications you are currently taking, or any medical conditions which you have or have a family history of. In addition to any prescription medications you are taking, it is also important to list any over the counter (OTC) medications or recreational drugs which you may be using even occasionally, including tobacco products. The following are just a few examples of why this information is so important:

- Long term use ofBisposphonates for treatment of osteoporosissuch asFosomax, Zometa, and Boniva can cause a major problem in the mouth if any invasive procedures, such as surgery or deep scaling, are required.

-The act of snorting cocaine and heroin on a regular basis has been shown to destroy the nutritive tissues to the upper front teeth, causing the loss of the supporting bone and the health of the pulp which the tooth requires to survive. The result is usually the loss of at least the upper front teeth and perhaps even more. Lastly, use of these drugs is so physicallydebilitating that the simple act of giving local anesthesia could result in a fatal medical emergency.

These are just a few reasons why it is very important to be completely honest with Dr. Weber about your medical history and medications. We are not here to judge in any way, just to help you achieve optimal oral health in a safe and predictable manner.

Lastly, if you have had recent joint replacement surgery, if you have a history of certain heart murmurs, or if you are being treated for cancer you may require antibiotic pre-medication prior to any dental treatment.

If someone other than yourself will be responsible for dental treatment, including payment for services, this section should be filled out. If you are married or have a significant other, you can also list that here so that we can know a little more about you.

Please read this section carefully and sign at the bottom. This is for your protection, not for the office. You deserve and need to know everything about what we will be doing at this first visit and authorize us to proceed.