Finding a trusted, caring and competent dentist for many is an arduous task, however, this process is made easy through the dental office of Dr. Peter D. Vastardis located in Garden City, New York. Dr. Vastardis is a family and cosmetic dentist whose leadership and advances in new techniques and technologies place him at the forefront of dentistry, providing excellence in total dental care and the most comprehensive, minimally invasive services to his patients.

Dr. Vastardis is the first and only dentist on Long Island (third in New York State) that will be using the VELScope, a new, innovative blue-light device to screen patients during routine dental examinations for Oral Cancer. This hand-held, non-invasive portable scope uses a high-energy blue spectrum light to “excite” or define the outlines of cancerous lesions undetectable to the naked eye. Oral cancer claims one life every hour in America as a result of the difficulty in detecting oral abnormalities. With the use of modern technology, early detection of oral cancer is 90% curable. Dr. Vastardis is the first dentist on Long Island to implement this visionary technology along with an imaging based screening program to patients for anti-cancer related care. In addition, Dr. Vastardis was one of the first dentists in Long Island to provide “Toothprints” bite impressions, the dental ID for safeguarding children. As a dental professional, he is providing Toothprints -- free of charge -- to all children of his practice at the parent’s request. It is a simple way of documenting their unique tooth characteristics, all important identifiers in the event they are lost or missing.

Above the curve in his profession, Dr. Vastardis also provides patients with such services as “Snap-on-Smile”, Lumineers by Cerinate, DaVinci veneers and Deep Bleaching. The “Snap-on-Smile” appliance is used for any patient looking for an affordable cosmetic alternative to permanent dental work. This amazing new product has been featured on prominent television shows such as The View, Inside Edition, Fox 5, Headline News and Today. With Lumineers by Cerinate patient’s can permanently and painlessly have their teeth reshaped and whitened with veneers as thin as contact lenses.

Dr. Vastardis has also lectured at the national level to other dentists. He has published articles in major dental journals on topics that include: trauma and sports dentistry, cosmetic smile makeovers using veneers, advanced dental reconstruction using dental implants and advanced teeth whitening procedures. He was invited to speak in California at the DenMat Corporation’s (the developers of Lumineer veneers) symposium and contributed to clinical advances in the use of other porcelain veneer systems, sharing those unique approaches with colleagues. He also met with Dr. Bill Dorfman, cosmetic dentist to the Hollywood stars as well as the hit ABC television series, “Extreme Makeover” and Daniel Materdomoni, the developer of the DaVinci Porcelain Veneer. Dr. Vastardis has performed dental and cosmetic makeovers on high-profiled Long Islanders and sports stars.

What’s more Dr. Vastardis and his staff provide patients with a lifetime strategy of optimal dental health that will take them beyond surface beauty. They make a point to listen and understand patients so they can continually meet their needs. They work hard to make them feel like part of their family. “My patient’s comfort and needs are very important to me”. From the person who answers the phone and greets you at the front desk to the professional, conservative approach to dental care, it’s all about the patient and their needs. “Being friendly, competent and accommodating is paramount to our success and patient following.” Equally as important to him is the operation of his office, Garden City Dental Associates, located at 48 New Hyde Park Road in Garden City, Long Island. Care is taken to make certain that all administrative functions run smoothly as well with modern software for record keeping, medical billing, appointments, etc. along with state-of-the-art, high-tech equipment and tools for precise care to patients.

Dr. Vastardis believes that superior dentistry is not only achieved by experienced, friendly and professional staff but also by using only the latest materials, advanced dental technologies and cutting-edge dental laboratories. He prides himself in keeping his clinical and administrative staff at the forefront of total dental care. “They regularly attend continuing education courses to stay current in the field.” His office provides a wide range of services including cosmetic dentistry using porcelain veneers, bonding, bleaching (teeth whitening), implant prosthetics, crowns (caps), tooth colored fillings, dentures, partial dentures, breath disorders and more.

Dr. Vastardis explained, “Our mission is to differentiate our practice by setting the standard for excellence in total dental care.” He firmly believes that good overall health begins in the mouth and that exceptional dental health requires a synergy of clinical excellence and old-fashioned caring. Located in one of Long Island’s most prestigious and family-oriented neighborhoods, commitment to quality and setting the standard of excellence in dentistry and patient care is essential. Dr. Vastardis’ practice website and cosmetic work can be found at www.GardenCityDentistry.com.

Peter D. Vastardis, DMD, PC, is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He is a member of the American Dental Association and a General Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also a member of the New York State and Nassau County Dental Societies, International Academy for Sports Dentistry, Academy of Osseointegration, National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, National Safe Kids Campaign and American Board of Family Dentistry. He has studied with world-renowned cosmetic dentists and is also one of 18 US dentists to be accepted into the European Society of Esthetic Dentistry.

Furthermore, he is the founder of www.Floss.com, one of the most respected educational websites online today. This website allows visitors from around the world to learn about dentistry and oral health. In addition, the site has won many national and international awards and has been cited in several magazines including Parade Magazine, a nationally syndicated publication with more than 82 million weekly readers, as well as in professional dental journals in the United States, Britain and Switzerland.

One of the best investments a person can make is in their smile and overall dental health -- and it all starts with your dentist. For further information the offices of Peter D. Vastardis, DMD, PC can be contacted by calling 516-326-0770 or by email at peter@GardenCityDentistry.com.