Family Dentistry is Who We Are
Hi everyone, it's Dr. Rich from Salvatore Dental. Today, I want to talk to you about what exactly family dentistry is. It's a good question. Many places advertise family dentistry, and sometimes dentistry is something we pass down through generations, which is exactly our experience here. Salvatore Dental was founded by my grandfather, and I'm the third generation.
My grandfather started Salvatore Dental in 1934 locally in Schenectady. After him, my dad, my uncle, and my aunt all followed in his footsteps and became dentists. My other aunt also became a hygienist. Over the years, it became a family endeavor. Currently, my wife, Dr. Ver, is also a dentist here, so we have a husband and wife team. Her parents, my mother and father-in-law, are both dentists from Ukraine, so she's also a second-generation dentist. One thing that makes Salvatore Dental different is that you truly see a family dentist.
We've been around for over 90 years as a family, and we genuinely care for our patients. We welcome all of our patients to the dental family because we see them as family members. Some patients, whom we call generation patients, have seen my grandfather, my father, my uncle, my aunt, and now see my wife and me. There are patients well into their 80s and 90s who've only seen Salvatores for their dental care.
Another aspect that makes Salvatore Dental a true family practice is that we see entire families. We have patients as young as one year of age who get their first cleaning on mom or dad's lap, and we see patients all the way up into their 80s, 90s, hopefully hundreds. We often see whole families, including kids and extended family, creating a nice family atmosphere.
How can I find a good dentist that's a fit for my family?
It's a great question to ask. I would always recommend looking online for reviews. Of course, ask people in the community. We love word of mouth around here, but now, you can look at Google and various platforms like Facebook to see patients' experiences. One thing I'm proud of at Salvatore Dental is that we have over 200 Google reviews where patients share their experiences. You can also check out our YouTube channel for testimonials from very happy and healthy patients, which helps you get to know us before visiting. Visit our social media. We're active on Facebook and Instagram, and you can feel the culture of our practice. Our goal is for all of our patients to feel like family and be comfortable.
What is the benefit of having a family dentist?
That's a very good question. We see Salvatore Dental as a one-stop shop. We want patients to come here and know we take care of them. You don't just come in and get sent out to multiple places. I always use the analogy of having a dentist as a project manager, overseeing things and sending you to different specialists, versus having your dentist personally take care of you. We're proud that at Salvatore Dental, we offer 99% of procedures in-house, ensuring you're healthy from start to finish.
If you live in or near Ballston Spa, NY, and are looking for family dental care, contact us at (518) 868-6900 to set an appointment. Our staff would love to talk with you!
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