Our team at Island Pediatric Dentistryworks hard to ensure that your child’s visit to the dentist is a positive experience. We emphasize on prevention and on building early routines & habits to ensure lifetime of great oral health. Our team has extensive experience in serving families in New Hyde Park, Great Neck, Floral Park, Bellerose, Garden City, Mineola, Herricks, Little Neck, Douglaston, Bayside, and Queens Village area.
Dr. Sara Seo
Dr. Sara Seo “Dr. Sara” is our primary pediatric dentist with 10+ years of experience.
Dr. Sara Seo “Dr. Sara” is our primary pediatric dentist with 10+ years of experience. She works closely with patients and families to help children develop a lifetime of great dental routine and habits. In addition to preventive services such as exams, cleanings, fluoride treatment, and sealants, Dr. Sara offers fillings, caps, extractions, dental trauma repairs, and referrals to other specialists. Dr. Sara and her team teach children about preventive care, good nutrition, and healthy habits.
Dr. Sara Seo "Dr. Sara" obtained her DDS degree from Columbia University in 2008. She then completed a general practice residency program at Peninsula Medical Center in Queens, New York. During her general dentistry residency, she treated adults, children, special needs patients, and many dental traumas. During this time, Dr. Sara realized her love for pediatrics and decided to specialize in pediatric dentistry. She obtained her pediatric specialty from Lutheran Medical Center (now NYU Langone) in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Sara is a board certified pediatric dentist. She is also certified in pediatric sedation. She was an attending dentist at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn for eight years and she trained a large number of residents. She lives in the community she practices. She has two children who also attend schools in the same community.
Dr. Kevin Benjumea “Dr. Kevin” is a recent addition to our practice. He is a pediatric specialist and has an amazing reputation in the dental community. Dr. Kevin is a NYC native; born in Queens and raised in Brooklyn. He received his dental degree from Pittsburgh Dental School and obtained pediatric specialty from Woodhull Medical Center.
Dr. Kevin met Dr. Sara during his 2-year pediatric dental residency. His exceptional ethical & caring values were noticed and both doctors enjoy working together as a team.
Our team understands that most families have a busy life, juggling between work and school balance. Dental visits do not have to be complicated or overwhelming; we try our best to make your visits simple, straight forward, and fun. We offer flexible office hours including Saturdays, evenings and school holidays. We are located in the Lake Success Medical Building with ample free parking.
Dr. Kevin Benjumea
Dr. Kevin Benjumea “Dr. Kevin” is a recent addition to our practice.
We care for our patients like we’d care for our own family members: gently, with respect and compassion. We understand that your child is your most precious thing in the world and we feel privileged to be given the opportunity to care for your child. Please call and schedule a visit with us today. We can’t wait to meet you and your child!
At Island Pediatric Dentistry, we strive to help each patient build and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile, and set everyone up for a lifetime of success. Our practice is child-friendly and patient centered, with a focus on each person’s unique dental needs. You and your child will always be treated like unique individuals, and made to feel welcome and safe.
It takes a special group of people to work exclusively with children, and that is exactly what you’ll find at Island Pediatric Dentistry. We are very excited to take this journey with your children and guide them along the way. Starting with the first interaction with our team, you will see how devoted we are to your child’s comfort and safety. Many of us are parents too, and we know the level of trust required to put your child’s care in our hands. We are honored by the trust you place in us and will continue to earn it as your child moves through the different stages of dental growth and development. You can rest assured that we will treat your little one with the same empathy, compassion, and patience that we would want for our own children.
| Office Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM alternating |
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