Dr. Rod Stern grew up in Queens and graduated from high school in Nassau County Long Island. He graduated from The City University of New York Baruch College. Staying in NYC, Dr. Rod completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at New York University College of Dentistry. Following dental school he completed a one year General Practice Residency at Staten Island University Hospital LIJ. Realizing that his true passion is treating children, Dr. Rod continued his education by completing a two-year Pediatric Dentistry Residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. During his final year of residency he was chosen to be the Chief Resident. He is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Rod truly loves working with children and finds it very rewarding getting them through difficult situations. Outside of the office he enjoys volunteering at Special Olympics, biking, working out, and reading.
Dr. Rod is a pediatric dentist who truly cares about children and understands that to make kids happy, they need to feel like they are in a safe, comfortable, and friendly environment. At Shining Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, not only is our staff welcoming and encouraging, but they also strive to maintain safe conditions with special considerations for allergies and harmful chemicals.
We gladly welcome parents to join their kids in our treatment rooms, which not only allows your child to feel secure, but youll get to see Dr. Rod at his best. His fun-loving personality really shines through when he is in his element, and that is when hes working on bettering our childrens oral health for years to come. For a clean, safe, and fun dental experience, youve come to the right place!
At Shining Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we understand that no two children are alike in their needs and their personalities. During his residencies, Dr. Rod received specialized training in treating patients with special needs. His friendly manner and gentle touch help special needs children feel comfortable in his presence, and they give parents confidence in the care he provides to their children. Let our kind and gentle team care for your childs smile.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 587 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestCharles Campbell
a year ago
The staff is Very alert and friendly. Extremely extremely organized, you can sense it the moment anyone walk through the Shinning Smile Pediatric Dentisrty doors. Kiddie reward at the end of the visit is like toothpaste on our toothbrush lol.
Tiffany Pfeister
a year ago
I am so happy to have found this dentist after having a poor experience at my last. Everyone from the front desk to the hygienist is so helpful and kind. The office is clean and decorated perfectly for the kids. The kids even get a little toy at the end. The absolute best part of the visit is the dentist, Dr Stern. He is so amazing with the kids. I wish I could give this office 10 because they deserve it!
Mohammad Miah
a year ago
Don't have to wait. Staff is very friendly.
Pour_people_fed_up
a year ago
Great dental office. Orchard (I think that's her name) is wonderful with kids. She made my daughter's check up flawless.
Shellian Stephenson
a year ago
Very friendly!! My son is afraid of everything but they're so skilled! They knew exactly how to keep him calm in order to give him an excellent cleaning! Shining smile team is amazing and efficient! Keep up the great work!!!
Fazeela Khan
a year ago
I'm so happy I found this place on Facebook. Everyone is so friendly and nice. The office is so clean and sanitized. I'm so happy I choose to make them my 1yr old dentist permanently
Deisy Arias
a year ago
Wonderful place to take my 5 year old son. He really enjoyed the visit
Marilou Revilla
a year ago
I love the staff. Specially our hygienist she knows how to handle kids and to make it fun. The office is very clean and professional.
Veronica Montecino
a year ago
(Translated by Google) I am happy to have found this dental clinic for my girls, I took them for the first time on Saturday, it is a place where the dentist and assistants are very friendly, and very clean and organized. too (Original) Estoy feliz de haber encontrado esta clinica dental para mis ninas las lleve por primera vez el sabado ,es un lugar donde el dentista y asistentes son muy amables ,y muy limpio y organizado. Tambien
Sonia Reyes
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Excellent recommended care. (Original) Excelente atencion recomendado.
Shoma Jaipersaud
2 years ago
Amazing and friendly staff!! Definitely recommend them. My son enjoys his visit !!
Anganique Richardson
2 years ago
This was such a great experience. I have a younger daughter who is on the spectrum and I was nervous but they treated her with so much kind, the staff really made the experience good for her. Both of kids had a great experience. Everyone was friendly and professional. Highly recommend!
Aby Argueta
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Excellent place my children loved it today going to the dentist with them is the most exciting thing because they enjoy it that is very good because they don't cry because they have to go to the dentist and they are taking great care of their teeth (Original) Excelente lugar mis hijos lo amaron hoy ir al dentista con ellos es lo mas emocionante porq ellos lo disfrutan eso es muy bueno porq no lloran porq tienen q ir al dentista y estan teniendo mucho cuidado en sus dientes
Nick Pellegrino
2 years ago
Amazing service. This was my 3 year old first appointment. The staff was more then helpful walking us through all the procedures. Quick and friendly. Thank you!!
Erika P-T
2 years ago
Beautiful place and wonderful staff. Highly recommended!!! My two daughters love to go there. We feel very lucky having Dr. Stern and his staff as our providers.
Sheena Assouline
2 years ago
My 4 year old daughter enjoyed truly her first visit at the dentist! They are so warm, knowledgable and professional!
Geeta Haridat
2 years ago
Great experience. I like that we were able to wait in the parking lot and go right into the room. first visit here, so far so good
Lyn
2 years ago
My kids actually like going to this Doctor's appointment!
Pamela Marte
2 years ago
Very lovely place , and took care of us very quick no a long waiting time specially for little ones
Kristi Waters
2 years ago
Best children's dentist. Dr. Stern and the staff are helpful and patient.
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