Business Details
43 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Staten Island Dentists for All Smile Needs
Since 1983, our team has provided Staten Island with comprehensive dental care rooted in compassion and expertise. Our practice combines decades of collective experience with advanced technologies to deliver personalized preventive, restorative, and cosmetic services. We prioritize patient comfort through evening hours, same-day appointments, and amenities like free parking and Wi-Fi. Our award-winning dentists specialize in Invisalign, dental implants, veneers, and emergency care, serving families with a focus on long-term oral health. With a legacy of community involvement and a commitment to ongoing education, we ensure every patient receives technically precise care in a welcoming environment that feels like home. 
Services
Dental Veneers
Digital X-Rays
Emergency Dentist
Invisalign
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Crowns & Bridges
Nitrous Oxide
Root Canal Therapy
Cosmetic Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Open 6 days a week with evening hours for working professionals
- Award-winning cosmetic dentists with 35+ years of combined experience
- Same-day emergency appointments available for dental trauma
- Ground-floor access and free parking for patient convenience
- Digital X-rays with 90% less radiation than traditional imaging
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly staff
Emergency care
Professional expertise
Comfortable visits
Services
Dental Implants
Our dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Using titanium posts fused with jawbone tissue, we restore chewing ability and prevent bone loss. Patients benefit from improved speech clarity, facial structure preservation, and the ability to enjoy all foods without discomfort. Our team ensures precise placement using advanced imaging technology.
Invisalign
Invisalign treatment straightens teeth discreetly using custom-made, removable aligners. This orthodontic solution addresses crowding, spacing, and bite issues without traditional metal brackets. Patients appreciate the convenience of removing aligners for eating and cleaning, with treatment typically completed in 12-18 months through regular check-ups and progressive tray adjustments.
Emergency Dentistry
We provide immediate treatment for dental trauma, severe toothaches, and broken teeth. Our emergency services include same-day appointments for knocked-out teeth reimplantation, cracked tooth repair, and infection management. Patients receive prompt pain relief and preventive care to avoid future complications, with after-hours contact options available for critical cases.
Dental Veneers
Custom porcelain veneers transform smiles by correcting discoloration, chips, and misshapen teeth. This cosmetic procedure involves bonding ultra-thin shells to tooth fronts for instant aesthetic improvement. Patients gain confidence through stain-resistant, natural-looking enhancements that typically last over a decade with proper oral hygiene and maintenance.
Digital X-Rays
Our digital X-ray technology captures high-resolution images with 90% less radiation than traditional methods. This diagnostic tool enables early detection of cavities, gum disease, and impacted teeth while providing instant imaging for accurate treatment planning. Patients benefit from faster appointments and reduced radiation exposure during routine check-ups and complex procedures.
People
Dr. Thomas J. Galligan
Dentist
With 36 years of experience, Dr. Galligan specializes in restorative dentistry and patient comfort. He graduated from NYU College of Dentistry and maintains active community involvement through church and YMCA volunteer work.
Dr. Gerard M. Villa
Dentist
Dr. Villa brings 35 years of comprehensive dental care experience to our practice. He focuses on creating beautiful smiles while maintaining a patient-centered approach that prioritizes comfort and long-term oral health.
Dr. Ryan Galligan
Dentist
Dr. Ryan Galligan specializes in dental implants and anxious patient care. With 8 years of practice experience and residency training at Staten Island University Hospital, he continues his family's legacy of excellence in dentistry.
Dr. Kaitlyn Lafferty
Dentist
Dr. Lafferty provides preventive and cosmetic dental services with a focus on patient education. She completed her residency at Staten Island University Hospital and mentors dental students in her community.
Dr. William Pepe
Dentist
Dr. Pepe offers gentle, comprehensive care with special interest in restorative dentistry. As a former patient of our practice, he brings unique perspective to treatment planning and patient communication.
Questions
What are your emergency dental care hours?
We offer same-day emergency appointments during regular business hours and provide after-hours contact options for urgent dental trauma.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and offer an in-house dental savings plan for uninsured patients seeking affordable care options.
What cosmetic dentistry services do you offer?
Our cosmetic services include porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, dental bonding, and Invisalign for smile enhancement and alignment correction.
Are dental implants suitable for everyone?
Most adults with good oral health are candidates. We conduct thorough evaluations to determine implant suitability during initial consultations.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us directly at 718-984-7700 or use our online request form to schedule routine or emergency dental appointments.
