Everything Long Island patients most often want to know before their first visit — insurance, comfort, timing and how our specialty care works.
Yes — we welcome new patients of all ages at both our Mineola and Manhasset offices. If you are in pain or have a broken tooth, call us and we will do everything possible to see you the same day.
We accept most major PPO dental insurance plans and are happy to file your claims for you. Our team will walk you through your benefits before treatment so there are no surprises.
Yes. For treatment not fully covered by insurance we offer several financing solutions, including CareCredit, so patients can complete recommended care on a schedule that fits their budget.
Comfort is a priority. We use gentle techniques, modern anesthesia, and — when helpful — topical numbing before any injection. Many longer procedures are completed in a single relaxed visit.
Most patients benefit from a professional cleaning and exam every six months. Patients with a history of gum disease or heavy tartar build-up may be scheduled every three to four months.
Implants are an excellent option for most healthy adults missing one or more teeth. Dr. Glavas will evaluate your bone, gums and bite during a consultation and recommend the most predictable path to a stable, natural-looking result.
With proper hygiene and regular check-ups, well-crafted crowns and bridges commonly last 10–20 years, and porcelain veneers 10–15 years. Because Dr. Glavas is a prosthodontist, restorations are engineered for longevity from day one.
Yes — we see the whole family. We recommend a child's first dental visit around their first birthday, and we take extra time to make young patients feel safe and confident in the chair.
Your first visit includes a comprehensive exam, digital X-rays as needed, an oral-cancer screening and a discussion of your goals. If time allows we complete a cleaning during the same appointment.
You can request an appointment through our contact page anytime, or call the office nearest you. Our team typically responds within one business day and will confirm a time that works for you.