132 N Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Urgent Dental Care in Rockville Centre
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What is a Dental Emergency?
Dental emergencies can be scary and painful, but our dental team at Rockville Centre for Dentistry is here to help you feel calm and confident in receiving the quick, effective treatment you need including conditions, accidents, and trauma that require immediate attention.
Among the most common dental emergencies our dentists see are:
- Objects lodged between teeth
- Severe tooth pain or sensitivity
- Partially dislodged teeth
- Injuries to the gums or lips
- Broken or lost dental restorations
- Trauma to the jaws, gums, or teeth
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Meet Our Doctors
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Keith Hasday, DDS
PeriodontistDr. Hasday received his BA from Binghamton University, his Doctorate from Columbia University School of Dental & Oral Surgery, and his Certificate in Periodontology from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- American Academy of Periodontology
- New York State Dental Association
- Long Island Academy of Periodontology (Nassau County Dental Society, Past President, ADA Delegate, Member/Board of Directors)
- President of South Nassau Study Club
Personal
Dr. Hasday lives on Long Island with his wife, Patti, and their dog, a Pomsky named Rocky. The father of seven children, Dr. Hasday has made Rockville Centre his home for more than thirty years raising his family just a few miles from his office. Five of his seven children are graduates of the Rockville Centre School District. He is the proud grandfather of nine grandchildren and counting! Over the years he has served the community by volunteering as a hockey and soccer coach as well as sponsoring many other youth sports teams/organizations. He now spends his free time playing golf, traveling, and enjoying his growing family.
Brian Goldberg, DDS
General DentistDr. Brian Goldberg started his dental career as an assistant in his home city of Seattle while attending the University of Washington. He earned his DDS at Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. He completed his AEGD residency at Columbia University in New York City where he had advanced training in esthetic dentistry and orthodontics including Invisalign.
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- Nassau County Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
- South Nassau Study Club
Personal
Dr. Goldberg lives in Manhattan with his wife Cecilia and their dog Payton. He spends most of his free time cooking, long distance running, and watching sports. An interesting fact about Brian is he started his surgical career in organ donation working for SightLife, an eye bank in Seattle.
As a compassionate restorative and general dentist, Dr. Goldberg works one-on-one with patients to achieve minimally invasive and highly attractive results. His goal is not only to restore health, but to maintain health. He achieves this through patient education and demonstration. He can always be reached by his patients if they have questions.
Lary Verasco, DMD
General DentistDr. Verasco was born and raised in North Massapequa and attended Farmingdale High School. He received his B.A. from Boston University in 1975 and his D.M.D. degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1981. There, he was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental fraternity, an honor awarded only to the top ten percent of the graduating class. He completed his dental residency program at Booth Memorial Medical Center in 1982 and has enjoyed practicing restorative and cosmetic dentistry since then.
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- Dental Society of New York
- Queens County Dental Society
- South Nassau Study Club
Personal
Dr. Verasco resides in Howard Beach, Queens with his wife, Grace. They have six amazing children and were recently blessed with their eighth grandchild. He enjoys boating, golf, and playing drums, but is most passionate about riding his motorcycle.
David Chen, DMD
Periodontist & ProsthodontistEducation
Dr. David Chen received his B.Sc. at the University of Alberta and his D.M.D. at the University of British Columbia. He completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry at the University of Connecticut. He then completed two specialty programs at the University of Maryland and is one of the few dual specialists in both Periodontics and Prosthodontics in North America.
Affiliations
- South Nassau Study Club
- American Academy of Periodontology
Personal
Dr. Chen resides in Queens with his partner, two cats, and many plants. He enjoys fitness of the body and mind, from weight lifting and springboard diving to yoga and meditation. His treatment philosophy is treating patients like his family. Fun Fact: He is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
Andrew Jacobson, DMD
Dr. Jacobson was born and raised in Queens, NY, and attended Cardozo High School. He received his B.S. from Stony Brook University and his doctorate from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He then spent three years in the U.S. Air Force Dental Corps at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., before going into private practice in Queens and East Meadow.
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- N.Y. State Dental Association
- Queens County Dental Society - Lifetime Member with over 1,000 hours of Continuing Education
Personal
Dr. Jacobson lives on Long Island with his wife, Karen. Their two daughters are graduates of Hewlett-Woodmere School District, where his wife worked as a Reading Specialist for 23 years. Dr. Jacobson is an avid racquetball player; he has been playing racquetball at Sportset in Rockville Centre for forty years. He also enjoys playing on weekend softball leagues. Most of all, he loves spending time with family here and in Italy.
Luke Soletic, DDS, MD
Oral SurgeonEducation
Dr. Luke Soletic completed his dental education at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. During dental school, he developed a keen interest in surgical procedures. With this inspiration, he went on to complete a dual degree oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program at NYU-Langone Medical center, where in addition to his surgical training he earned a medical degree. He earned board certification in his first year following residency. His focuses include dental implantology, bone grafting, exposure of impacted teeth for orthodontic care, third molar management, oral pathology, treatment of TMJ disorder, Botox, and providing IV sedation.
Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Affiliations
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
- New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (NYSSOMS)
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- New York County Dental Society (NYCDS)
- American Medical Association (AMA)
Personal
Dr. Soletic, a native New Yorker, grew up in Douglaston, Queens. He started his career in engineering and changed professional directions to pursue his calling in healthcare. In his spare time, he enjoys watersports, skiing, and trying new restaurants. He is a NY Mets and Islanders fan and follows tennis and Formula 1. He resides in Nassau County with his wife and daughter.
Communication, compassion, and attention to detail with his patients are his priorities. He takes time to carefully discuss treatment plans with his patients and explains what to expect during and after procedures. Knowing that effective teamwork yields the best outcomes for patients, he believes in close collaboration with his co-providers.
Peter Zhao, DDS
EndodontistDr. Zhao grew up in San Diego, California. He completed his undergraduate education in just three years through the University of the Pacific’s Accelerated Dental Program before moving to New York to attend the NYU College of Dentistry.
While at NYU, Dr. Zhao was invited multiple times to participate in the school’s highly selective Global Outreach Program, where he provided dental care to underserved communities in Kathmandu, Nepal, Machias, Maine, and Plattsburgh, New York. After earning his dental degree, he completed a General Practice Residency at Jacobi Medical Center in affiliation with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, gaining advanced experience treating patients with acute facial trauma and complex medical conditions.
Dr. Zhao practiced for several years as a general dentist, developing broad experience in restorative, cosmetic, implant, and pediatric dentistry. He later returned to NYU to pursue a postdoctoral certificate in Endodontics, where he ranked at the top of his class in total number of treatments completed.
Affiliations
- American Association of Endodontists (AAE)
- American Dental Association (ADA)
Personal
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Zhao enjoys playing tennis, hiking, and taking his wife out for whatever delicious foods she wants to try.
Dr. Zhao is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care and believes every patient deserves to feel seen, relaxed, and respected. He prioritizes clear communication and patient comfort, striving to create an environment where patients feel confident and supported throughout their treatment.
Phoebe Jang, DDS
Originally from Chicago, Dr. Jang moved to New York City to complete her dental education at New York University where she received her Doctorate in Dental Surgery. She then went on to continue her training as a resident in Brooklyn at Interfaith Medical Center.
Dr. Jang is committed to empathy driven care to provide high quality comprehensive dental treatment. She is meticulous in nature and her attention to detail ensures optimal results. She strives to treat patients with excellence while also ensuring a comfortable environment for patients. Dr. Jang’s passion for dentistry is matched with her love of working with her hands. She finds the most fulfillment when designing something that is both functional and beautiful for her patients.
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- South Nassau Study Club
Personal
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Jang enjoys spending time with her family and friends and exploring everything that New York has to offer. She is also the loving mother of two orange cats, Gian Carlo and Giuseppe.