All professionals at Now Dental maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in the medical field. Read on to learn more about our staff's experience and training.
Dr. Kaufman received his DDS degree from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and his specialty degree in periodontics from Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery, one of the best in the country. He has been a dentist for more than 25 years and has been through several post graduate courses in different fields of dentistry since receiving his D.D.S. degree. Dr. Kaufman has a passion for his profession and his ability to affect the lives of his patients in a positive way everyday.
He is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontics, New York State Dental Society, Nassau County Dental Society and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
His emphasis on patient comfort as well as keeping up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry enable him to provide his patients with the best quality of care in the field. Dr. Kaufman is a specialist in the field of Periodontics and Implant Surgery.
When not in the office, Dr. Kaufman enjoys playing guitar, photography, skiing and scuba diving.
Dr. Joshua Weiler is a General Dentist who graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Before his career in dentistry, Dr. Weiler studied Studio Art with a concentration in portraiture at New York University. Dentistry became a passion as he discovered the artistic nature inherent in the procedures seen throughout the entire scope of dentistry.
Following the completion of his doctorate at Tufts University, Dr. Weiler supplemented his training as a General Practice Resident at Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center, where he was awarded Resident of the Year.
Dr. Weiler is a member of the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, Nassau County Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Weiler is committed to a lifelong career of continual education and to providing comprehensive treatment to all of his patients in order to restore and maintain ideal aesthetics and function.
When he is not in the office, you can find Dr. Weiler on the beaches of Long Island and exploring New York City with his family and friends. Dr. Weiler is an avid New York Yankees, Jets, Rangers, and Knicks fan.
Patricia graduated from Farmingdale State College where she was awarded the Dr. Kendall P Thomas award from the Dental Hygiene program faculty. Patricia has had many roles in dentistry starting out as a dental assistant while still in high school. She also worked as an office manager before going back to school to earn her Associates degree in Dental Hygiene. With over 30 years experience in dentistry Patricia is very knowledgeable in all aspects of dental treatment.
Patricia knows that a healthy mouth is vital to a patient’s general health and enjoys helping patients to achieve their optimum dental heath through both treatment and homecare instructions. Patricia has attended many continuing education courses to keep herself up to date on the many advances in dentistry including infectious control, laser therapy, treating patients with cardiovascular disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, caries prevention and many more.
Patricia lives locally and is happily married with 2 teenage children. When not providing quality dental care she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, reading and crocheting. She is also very involved with her son’s Boy Scout troop, her daughters Girl Scout troop and her local church.
Alexa graduated from the University of Hartford with a Bachelor of Science degree that was earned with honors. She continued her education and received her degree in Dental Hygiene at Briarcliffe College, where she excelled academically as well as clinically. Alexa began her experience in the dental field as a receptionist, followed by dental assisting, leading up to her career as a dental hygienist.
Chrissy Quinn has been working at Now Dental for 15 years! She grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and moved to New York in 1994. Chrissy graduated from Pennsbury High School, Bucks county technical school and Briarcliffe College where she studied business and marketing. She has continued to pursue her education by attending dental seminars and by taking classes at Nassau community college, Farmingdale University and was accepted into the Briarcliff dental hygiene program. She is currently licensed to take dental X-Rays.