How to Select a Dentist

For over 25 years, the Upper West Side neighborhood office of Keith Silverman D.M.D. has provided high quality dental care in a friendly and relaxed environment. We know it’s important to take the time to answer your questions and provide the information you need to make decisions about treatment options. We love our patients and they love us back. Check out more than 75 glowing testimonials on Google.

If you’re looking for a family dentist on the upper west side, here are some important things to consider:

1. Select a dentist who will be patient with your children.
Whether it’s a first visit to the dentist for your little one or annual check-ups for kids of all ages, make sure the dentist takes time to make sure children’s visits are happy and stress free. At our Upper West Side practice, we make ourselves available to answer all of mom and dad’s questions.

2. Select a dentist who respects your anxiety.
Making sure all the members of your family are comfortable with their dental visit is very important to us. Anxiety is fairly common, and we appreciate how challenging it can be for ANYONE, young or old, to visit the dentist. Rest assured, we will treat you with compassion and tenderness.

3. Select a dentist who offers gentle cleanings as well as oral health exams.
Our friendly reminders keep busy families on track. We perform thorough checkups that catch small problems before they turn into big ones.

4. Select a dentist who can handle emergencies.
Dental pain can stop you in your tracks. When you have an emergency and need quick access to care we do our best to fit you in a soon as possible. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call.

5. Select a dental practice that welcomes all ages.
We offer seniors a high level of personalized dental care. We care for seniors and understand how important it is to maintain tooth and gum health for as long as possible. As a super-generalist, Keith Silverman handles many specialized procedures right in his office. He handles complex implant and oral medicine cases and has taught this specialty at the NYU College of Dentistry. We guarantee the excellent fit and comfort of our beautifully built bridges, and partial or full dentures.

6. Select a practice that provides a full range of dental care. You never know what your family may need.
In addition to general dentistry, we offer teeth whitening options, Invisalign programs, and cosmetic solutions. Need a second opinion? We offer a full range of dental care at our convenient Upper West Side location. We want everyone in your family to have their best smile! New patients are always welcome!