When I graduated from New York University over
30 years ago, I never dreamed I would have such a lifechanging impact on my patients lives.

Having trained at a top level school, I had the skills to take care of their needs but I wanted to learn even more. I always enjoyed nature and living a healthy lifestyle. I found out about Holistic dentistry, which combined the best of both worlds.

I started learning about natural alternatives to traditional dental treatment. After carefully testing them, I have found some which are even MORE effective than standard methods used by many dentists.

My first Holistic patient was me! I asked a fellow dentist to replace the 12 silver mercury fillings in my mouth with a safer white composite. These silver metal fillings, called Amalgams, contain more than 50% elemental mercury. Having learned how toxic mercury is, it didn't make sense to me WHY I would want this in my body. (Like many of us, I received these fillings as a child.)

Studies have proven that mercury continues to be released from these fillings, every time we eat, drink hot beverages and even brush our teeth. It accumulates in the fat tissues of our body and builds up over time. More studies have suggested that "senior" illnesses like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and even Cancer might be related to mercury buildup in the body.

Many patients have asked me to help them live a healthier lifestyle too. Some asked me to replace their old silver mercury fillings with a safer material. They had done their own reading about mercury exposure.

I have learned a special technique and use unique equipment, that can remove the filling while reducing my patient's exposure to the hazardous mercury dust. 

I am proud to say that I am one of the few dentists in the entire NYC-area who successfully performs this delicate procedure. It offers my patients a great sense of comfort and security, that I am looking out for their health.

Overall, my greatest reward is when I can help rebuild someone's teeth AND have a positive impact on their general well-being. I feel good knowing that I am using the healthiest, high-quality materials available. 

The look of JOY on their face after we finish, when they break into a BIG smile, is priceless. Making someone's life permanently better, both personally and professionally, is a reward that I truly treasure.