Dr. Rachna Bajaj or Dr. 'B' as she is affectionately known to her patients, received her degree as a Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University. Dr. B has been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 2001. She is an active member of American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association and Passaic County Dental Association.
Dr. B. is known for her combination of top quality clinical skills and extremely understanding approach to patient care. Her goal is to provide the highest level of care and comfort for the entire family. She covers a spectrum of dental services including preventive, cosmetic, implants, periodontal and oral surgery. She is certified in Invisalign(orthodontia) treatments.
Dr. Tabinda Anwar came to the United States after earning her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from deMontmorency College of Dentistry in Pakistan. She completed a residency at the AF Institute of Dentistry and worked as a dental assistant, gaining experience in treatment room procedures, handling insurance claims and the laboratory. She continued her dental studies at New York University, earning a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Dr. Anwar went on to complete a General Practice residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. She has extensive experience in endodontics, prosthetics, oral surgery and pediatric dentistry. To further her dental knowledge, Dr. Anwar participates in continuing education courses. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Urdu.
Dr. Ayoub completed his dental education at Columbia University School of Dental Medicine in New York. He further pursued his specialty training at Columbia University where he received his post-doctoral certificate in Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Orthopedics in 1999. Dr. Ayoub is active member of American Association of Orthodontists.
Dr. Ayoub attends Continuing Education Seminars annually to keep himself up to date in latest orthodontic technologies. He is an Invisalign top Provider comfortably treating complex cases. He enjoys working with both adults and children. His goal is to put you at ease with an informative, friendly and professional atmosphere.
Dr. Lee graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Physiology from Boston University. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University in 2013, and then chose to complete a general practice residency in hospital dentistry at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Lee went on to further training and obtained 1 year of Advanced Education in Orthodontics at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Lee grew up in a family whose father was a dentist and mother was an artist. Inspired by her parents, Dr. Lee's passion to combine her artistic talent to dentistry, where she could use her skills to make the greatest impact, enabled her to pursue quality care for her patients.
Dr. Lee completed his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University. He then attended Loma Linda University Dental School in Southern California and graduated in 2001. Dr. Lee spent several years practicing general dentistry, but focused on endodontic treatments. During his time as a general dentist, he performed over 4,000 non-surgical root canal treatments and completed over 300 dental implants. After his 8 years in general dentistry practice, in July of 2015, he pursued an endodontics residency at Puerto Ricos New York University Lutheran Medical Center.
Dr. Lee provides specialized care for patients when their restorative dental needs requires treatment of the soft issue or pulp of the tooth. Most of the time, Dr. Lee provides endodontic therapy (more commonly known as root canals) to our patients. In the rare event that the root canal does not produce the desired outcome, Dr. Lee is skilled with providing an advanced endodontic microsurgery called an apicoectomy, or a root end surgery.
In addition to Dr. Lees broad dental experience, he also speaks Spanish, Korean, and English to better serve our patients. We are proud of the extensive experience and passion that Dr. Lee brings to his specialty and we are happy that hes part of our team.
Dr. Gila Lerman grew up in Long Island, NY. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor's degree in Biology from Yeshiva University after which she received a DDS degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Lerman completed a General Practice Residency at North Shore University Hospital before returning to Columbia University, where she specialized in Periodontics. Dr. Lerman is experienced in all aspects of non-surgical and surgical periodontics, including implantology, extractions, guided bone regeneration, minimally invasive periodontal plastic surgery, sinus augmentation, and laser dentistry.
Dr. Lerman has received multiple awards, including the Melvin Morris Research Fellowship Award, Kenneth Siegel Award and Scholarship, Kaslick Scholarship and the American College of Prosthodontics Achievement Award. During her residency, she received her Masters in Oral Biology and presented her research at the Birnberg Research Symposium.
Dr.Walia received his degree as a Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University in 2001. After graduation Dr Walia completed a year in specialty program in Oral Medicine at University of Medicine and Dentistry, NJ and one year program in advanced hospital Dentistry at Lutheran Medical Centre, Brooklyn, NY as the Chief Resident. He obtained a Certificate in Periodontics in 2006 from University of Medicine and Dentistry, NJ.
Dr. Walia regularly attends continuing education courses, to add to his repertoire of procedures in the Periodontal field. He is the visiting clinical attending doctor at several hospitals in NYC. He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology.
Dr.Shin is from Boston and received his Bachelor degree from Brandeis University. He then completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Boston University. Dr.Shin completed 3 year specialty program in Prosthodontics at prestigious Columbia University in New York City.
Dr.Shin is interested in treating complex cases and decided to pursue a specialty in prosthodontics which focuses on reconstructive, implant, and cosmetic procedures. He strongly believes that prosthodontics encompasses all aspects of dentistry and changes people's lives by improving not only patient's smiles but their function and overall health. He received extensive training in both the surgical and prosthetic aspects of implant treatment, computer-guided surgery, and conventional veneer, crown and bridge procedures.
With more than 6000 hours of postgraduate education to her credit, Dr. Vergier has attained a specialty training in prosthodontics, a recognized dental specialty that restores and maintains oral function, comfort, appearance and health of the patient through the placement of crowns, bridges, parial and complete dentures, porcelain veneers and implants. Dr. Vergiers dedication to high quality, advanced dentistry is apparent in everything she does. She has a DDS from New York University and Prosthodontics Specialty certificate from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
Nicola is a New York State Registered Dental Hygienist with a degree from SUNY Orange. She is licensed to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia. She is a member of the ADHA and stays up to date in her field by taking continuing education courses regularly.
Nicola was born in Ireland and travels there every year to visit her grandparents & relatives. She now lives locally with her fiance, Dennis and their two kitties, Harley & Lady Gaga. She loves to cook, do artsy stuff and garden.
Barbara is a Registered Dental Hygienist who graduated from Farleigh Dickinson School of Dental Hygiene. She has many years experience as a hygienist and is licensed to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation.
Barb has completed many hours of continuing education to stay up to date with the newest dental health information that she can pass on to her patients. She works hard to make all her patients feel comfortable and keep them well informed about their own individual dental health.
Barb has been living in the Port Jervis area for over 30 years, where she and her husband raised their three children. She spends her spare time enjoying the outdoors, gardening in spring, trips to the beach in summer, hiking in autumn and being out in the snow in the winter. By far, her favorite hobby is spending time with her three beautiful grand children.
Mary graduated from UMDNJ with a degree in dental hygiene, while working on her BS degree. She has been in dental field for a few years with extensive experience in dental assisting. She is certified in administering local anesthesia. She was interested in dental hygiene since childhood.
She loves teeth since teeth makes one smile, talk, eat, what is not to love about it! She also loves spending one on one time with her patients, and loves meeting different people with interesting stories. She loves to listen and help them. She chose dental hygiene because she always wanted to be close to health care field and it is her passion to care for others. She believes that each patient is an individual and deserves to be treated as such. It makes her feel good when she helps another human being. Her goal is to have her own none profitable mobile hygiene company in the near future, where she can educate and provide oral care to the unfortunate people in other parts of the world who cannot avail the same. The reward she gets at the end of her day is when a patient leaves satisfied and with a great smile. Knowing that they put their trust in her hands makes her feel more thrilled to be doing what she does. She looks forward to seeing her patients. Especially, when they really listen to her advice and make some changes in their oral care. Away from the office she enjoys playing volleyball and basketball. She loves Boston Celtics.
Highly professional and skilled, Natalia is a New York State registered dental hygienist. She graduated from the New York City School of Technology and is also a member of the ADHA. Bringing in fifteen years of experience in a variety of dental settings and specialties to the table, Natalia has time and again proven her passion towards dentistry and her patients.
She strongly believes in educating her patients on the importance of oral hygiene and therefore extends to them a detailed explanation of their current oral hygiene with the help of visual aids like x rays and intra oral photos. Passionate as she is, she enjoys spending her free time reading, cooking gardening, traveling, hiking and biking with her family and friends.
Dental hygiene has been both satisfying and rewarding for Sabrina. She has continued to expand her dental knowledge each year through continuing education, staying on the cutting edge of her profession and working with wonderful dentists, colleagues and patients.
Sabrina is a native New Yorker who enjoys spending time with her family and loves travelling. She is warm, receptive and loves to educate her patients about oral health. She believes that the best remedy is prevention and quality care is essential.
Erica is a New York state registered dental hygienist. She graduated from Hudson valley community College. She is a member of the ADHA and has several years of experience in the dental field, filling many roles such as receptionist, dental assistant, and dental hygienist. Erica is licensed to administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia.
Erica enjoys offering fresh perspective and knowledge on the importance of oral health. She believes that there is no such thing as a silly question. She values patients and understands that improved oral health is a collaborative effort between dentist, hygienist, and most importantly, the patient.
We are confident that these guidelines will help to create a safe environment for our patients and team members and hope that you feel secure in the knowledge that we are doing everything in our power to provide the safest clinical conditions in order to protect our patients, our team and our families.
Dr. Bajaj with her staff of highly competent providers has been practicing dentistry in Hudson valley and Pompton Lakes for over a combined 60 years and focuses on providing you and your family the best dental care.
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Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 38 reviews
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2 years ago
I don't often leave reviews, but this seemed like a good moment to do so. The second star is because this dentist office used to be a good one. I went there for several years, liked how friendly they were, and recommended others who liked it as well. The one star (which is really the current situation) is because they are highly disorganized, which is never something you want in any business, let alone at your dentist. I had to walk out in the middle of a filling. I've never done that before and I hope to never do so again. There was a combination of errors and incompetencies (repeated miscommunication, understaffing, non-functioning equipment, visible stress shown by the dentist at what they were dealing with) that basically made me feel so unsafe I wasn't willing to stay. I discussed this with the assistant, then the dentist, then the office manager, then the retail manager by phone later. Each of them brought the next person in (not at my request I really just wanted to leave) which was good that they cared enough to make sure the problems were understood. No one really denied the issues showed an overall sense of chaos that made my response reasonable. By the time the retail manager had called me I was even willing to go back the next day just to finish the one filling, if they could really say they'd be operating well this time. They couldn't say that. For some strange reason the dentist suddenly wasn't coming in the next day. Perhaps one day they will be a well run office again. For now I would advise staying away.
Olivia Harris
2 years ago
Unfortunately, I have to warn about coming to this practice. I had had a positive experience with the hygienists and coming in for routine cleanings and check ups. Then, I needed to get a small filling done (my first ever), so I trusted this practice and thought it would be fine. First off, the dentist they assigned to me was not a regular staff there and was this was changed last minute. When I arrived, they seemed rushed and backed up and this ended up affecting my appointment. I told the dentist this was my first filling and I was a bit nervous, she asked if I ever had novocaine before I said not that I can remember. The dentist proceeded to give me novocaine with epinephrine and then left the room (she was dealing with other patients and it takes a few minutes for the drug to take effect). Within those few minutes, I proceeded to have what felt like a panic attack. Shortness of breath, nausea, room spinning, fear and anxiety. No one was in the room with me (doctor or assistant/hygienist), and I was left alone for probably 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, my mouth is numbing and I can't call out for help. When the doctor finally arrives back, I am in tears and terrified at what just happened. She responded that it is normal that some people have an adverse reaction to the epinephrine in novocaine. I was appalled that the doctor knew this information, knew this was my first time with this drug, and left me entirely alone, suffering. This is unacceptable protocol at a dentist's office. I proceeded to have the filling and it was painful, as the drug was wearing off because of the waiting time and whole ordeal. I will never be returning here again, and I would highly recommend you find somewhere else with a better trained and more professional staff.
cat decome
2 years ago
The place is really old, there equipment is a little scary. I got a few cleaning and it was really a torture, they did it with an old stool that was really irritating but the worst about the place is the roots canal they did to me, I had to wait for a specialist for month and the guy did an horror job, I had to see 3 different specialist to fix his mess, the Dr remove to much of the rOots canal on one side now I have to get a bones crafting to fix it and the second canal omg!! he didn't removed everything so I got infected, now the infection travel to my leg and I am waiting to have an emergency surgery in the next days coming up. I can barely walk, the antibiotics that I am taking are causing worst sickness... and this all mess is gonna cost me around $10000. DONT GO TO THAT DENTIST!!!
Chelsea Strika
2 years ago
I would highly recommend Smile a Bit to pretty much anyone. I have never been to a dentist before this and they made me feel so safe. They were gentle with me and didn't push me to a point of discomfort. Dawn was fantastic and I cannot wait for my next appointment with her
Carl Cox
2 years ago
YIKE! WATCH OUT FOR THIS PRACTICE!!! This is updated almost 6 months after my initial visit. The first minor issue was after my first visit ever to this practice they informed me that they didn't accept my insurance (after two phone calls PRIOR to the appointment). The lady at the desk told me it was $189 for the visit. When I protested she announced there was a special for first time clients of $89. During this initial appointment they cleaned my teeth, took xrays, and performed the exam which resulted in me needing another appointment for a crown and bridge. When I went back to the office for the crown/bridge work they lost my xrays and had to take a second set (Oh oh). The bridge/crown work was done painlessly and everything went as explained. Less than a month after installation (for lack of a better term) the bridge fell out on a Saturday!! It was miserable as the exposed teeth were ground down for the bridge and everything that I put in my mouth gave me pretty intense pain. When I called the practice Monday they informed me they couldn't help me until Tuesday when the dentist who put my crown in was back in the office. When I pushed they finally get me in for a "temporary" replacement of the bridge, but the woman dentist was NOT happy and stated I could have waited until my dentist was back in (which for me was four days later due to my work schedule). The crown has now been in for five months. So what made me update my review? Today I receive a call from the practice telling me I owe them $21 for the xray they had to take with the bridge install!!! I told her I paid for everything when I had the work done, and I certainly wasn't going to pay for an xray taken due to their negligence, at which point she said it was their mistake and they would remove the balance. O. M. G. Do yourself, and your teeth a favor and stay far away from Smile-a-Bit...
Ashley carlson
2 years ago
Doctors are amazing, great personality! You feel like you've known them forever. Doctor B makes you want to invite her to family dinner. Highly recommend for any type for dental needs.
B. Timothy
2 years ago
DR Syed is an excellent dentist. Was so surprised by the professionalism and pride he takes in his patients oral health. Dr Lee is as well a great endodontist and made me feel comfortable and answered all my questions before and after my root canal. I am very pleased with the final restoration and will definitely refer friends and colleagues to this office. The manager Terri is wonderful and works with your insurance to help maximize your benefits and reduce your out of pocket expenses. Best Dental office I've come across in the Hudson Valley area.
Anthony Steinhilber
2 years ago
I had to get a bunch of work done because I had some dentist fear after a botched root canal when I was a kid. That's gone now, these are great people who do great work and I'd recommend them to anyone
Heather Bull
3 years ago
Very friendly and helpful. Nice clean great service. Felt very comfortable
Ashley carlson
3 years ago
Doctors are amazing, great personality! You feel like you've known them forever. Doctor B makes you want to invite her to family dinner. Highly recommend for any type for dental needs.
Isabel Grand
3 years ago
I've been coming here for probably 3 years and Dina usually cleans my teeth so i was bummed when she wasn't there however i met Bridgette yesterday and she was very sweet. I particularly liked that she would explain what she was doing as she did it. No ones ever done that during a cleaning before and i always appreciate a good explanation. The doctor hadn't arrived for the day yet so I didn't get to meet her or get an exam which i thought was a little strange but as for the cleaning it was excellent. I've never seen my teeth so white. Great work Bridgette!
Anthony Steinhilber
3 years ago
I had to get a bunch of work done because I had some dentist fear after a botched root canal when I was a kid. That's gone now, these are great people who do great work and I'd recommend them to anyone
B. Timothy
3 years ago
DR Syed is an excellent dentist. Was so surprised by the professionalism and pride he takes in his patients oral health. Dr Lee is as well a great endodontist and made me feel comfortable and answered all my questions before and after my root canal. I am very pleased with the final restoration and will definitely refer friends and colleagues to this office. The manager Terri is wonderful and works with your insurance to help maximize your benefits and reduce your out of pocket expenses. Best Dental office I've come across in the Hudson Valley area.
Carl Cox
3 years ago
YIKE! WATCH OUT FOR THIS PRACTICE!!! This is updated almost 6 months after my initial visit. The first minor issue was after my first visit ever to this practice they informed me that they didn't accept my insurance (after two phone calls PRIOR to the appointment). The lady at the desk told me it was $189 for the visit. When I protested she announced there was a special for first time clients of $89. During this initial appointment they cleaned my teeth, took xrays, and performed the exam which resulted in me needing another appointment for a crown and bridge. When I went back to the office for the crown/bridge work they lost my xrays and had to take a second set (Oh oh). The bridge/crown work was done painlessly and everything went as explained. Less than a month after installation (for lack of a better term) the bridge fell out on a Saturday!! It was miserable as the exposed teeth were ground down for the bridge and everything that I put in my mouth gave me pretty intense pain. When I called the practice Monday they informed me they couldn't help me until Tuesday when the dentist who put my crown in was back in the office. When I pushed they finally get me in for a "temporary" replacement of the bridge, but the woman dentist was NOT happy and stated I could have waited until my dentist was back in (which for me was four days later due to my work schedule). The crown has now been in for five months. So what made me update my review? Today I receive a call from the practice telling me I owe them $21 for the xray they had to take with the bridge install!!! I told her I paid for everything when I had the work done, and I certainly wasn't going to pay for an xray taken due to their negligence, at which point she said it was their mistake and they would remove the balance. O. M. G. Do yourself, and your teeth a favor and stay far away from Smile-a-Bit...
Michelle Berkey
3 years ago
So very pleased with the staff at Smile A Bit in Clintondale. Special thanks to Gina.
Isabel Grand
3 years ago
I've been coming here for probably 3 years and Dina usually cleans my teeth so i was bummed when she wasn't there however i met Bridgette yesterday and she was very sweet. I particularly liked that she would explain what she was doing as she did it. No ones ever done that during a cleaning before and i always appreciate a good explanation. The doctor hadn't arrived for the day yet so I didn't get to meet her or get an exam which i thought was a little strange but as for the cleaning it was excellent. I've never seen my teeth so white. Great work Bridgette!
Heather Bull
3 years ago
Very friendly and helpful. Nice clean great service. Felt very comfortable
MaryAnn Tozzi
3 years ago
I've had a chipped tooth for almost 7 years - I finally got it fixed and it looks great!
Rebecca Low
4 years ago
EVERYONE is soo helpful and friendly. They are kind and caring. I love going to my Dentist!
Kristen Schleede
4 years ago
Very friendly staff. The hygienist was super sweet and did a great cleaning! Thank you!
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