I love my profession. I enjoy coming to work every day and treating my patients. It is amazing to interact with so many different people, all with unique personalities, throughout the day, and I find our conversations to be fascinating and stimulating. Each morning, I wake knowing that I am going to bring a smile to someones face that day. What more motivation does one need?

I enjoy being able to help people, which increases a patients self-confidence and self-esteem. Along the way, I get to know each patient and develop a relationship with them. Those exchanges we have, and the connections we make, are rewarding.

I believe it is imperative that I stay abreast of the latest advancements in oral healthcare and orthodontics. Being able to continue to provide my patients with the most up-to-date, proven treatment modalities and processes is essential, so I attend numerous meetings and take a number of courses each year to stay informed.

I am a native of Massapequa, NY and have two sons, CJ and Bryce. I enjoy trivia, video games, and traveling, and am a fan of the Mets, Jets, Islanders, and Knicks. My girlfriend and I are very involved with Team in Training, which raises money for leukemia and lymphoma, and I walk annually with MADD.

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.

Over the years, we have treated thousands of patients. Although there are many similarities in the cases we treat, each smile is unique and we pride ourselves on being perfectionists to create the best smile for each patient. Dr. Paladinoand every member of our team do whatever it takes to make sure every patient has an exceptional experience at our office.

Although it is important for your child to see an orthodontist early, around the age of seven, most of the time its just to see the early development of the teeth. Based on our findings, most young patients are placed on a six-month observation program. We will continue to monitor patients for as long as it takes their mouths and teeth to develop enough to optimize treatment and treatment time.

To ensure our patients achieve the best possible results, we utilize state-of-the-art technology and treatment options. The 3Shape TRIOS color digital impressionsystem eliminates the need for messy traditional impressions and gives us a more detailed model with which to make a diagnosis. From there, patients have the choice of traditional braces, Damon Smile self-ligating braces, Damon Clear clear braces, or clear aligner orthodontics with Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, and ClearCorrect.

As people dedicated to our community, we seek out opportunities to help those in need. When 9/11occurred, we wanted to do something special for the children who lost a parent during that tragic day. We began America Smiles where every child gets free treatment by our team.

For most people, achieving a healthy, beautiful smile is the reason for receiving orthodontic care. If you're self-conscious about your smile, correcting your concerns with braces will greatly improve the way you look and feel.

When your treatment is complete, you will have the smile you've always dreamed of and the confidence to show it off! We also want you to feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire orthodontic experience, and our practice is dedicated to making sure that you receive the quality care you deserve.

Orthodontic appliances are made of metal or ceramic They may be removable or they may be brackets bonded to the teeth. By placing a constant, gentle force in a carefully controlled direction, braces slowly move teeth to the proper position.

Gone are the days when a metal band with a bracket was placed around each tooth. You can now choose clear or metal brackets and, in some cases, the color of your appliance. Wires are far less noticeable, and the latest materials are designed to move teeth faster with more comfort. Today, any age is a great age to wear braces!

Treatment time varies and can last between one and three years, depending on several factors including age, treatment method, and how minor or severe your case is. A big factor in a successful treatment is you! The more involved and diligent you are, the more efficient your treatment will be. For children, receiving interceptive or early treatment can also help provide a quicker treatment time.