Meet Our Doctors:
Dr. John Baker
Since the year 1992, Dr. John Baker has been an integral part of the BDC family, specializing in the field of orthodontics. Driven by his personal experience of witnessing the transformative impact of orthodontics on his own oral health, he finds great pleasure in orthodontics. He enjoys that orthodontics is the perfect blend of bioengineering […]
Dr. David Hsu
Dr. David Hsu Originating from Los Angeles, California, Dr. David Hsu’s journey led him to acquire his dental degree from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine, located in Glendale, Arizona. In April 2023, he proudly joined the Babylon Dental Care Family. Dr. Hsu is an advocate of modern, evidence-based dentistry. He is committed to delivering ethical, […]
Dr. Azin Tarifard
Dr. Azin Tarifard is a certified Pediatric Dentist with a decade of experience dedicated to children’s dental health, including those with special needs. Having graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in biology, Dr. Azin proceeded to pursue her dental education at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, CA, earning her DDS […]
Dr. Chelsea Diamond
Dr. Chelsea Diamond is an accomplished associate dentist who embarked on her journey with Babylon Dental Care in the year 2023. Her passion for dentistry has been a lifelong pursuit, rooted in her childhood dreams and artistic inclinations. Dr. Diamond’s educational journey led her to the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, Arizona, […]
Dr. Lawrence Absatz
As a dedicated and compassionate Associate Dentist at , Dr. Absatz brings a wealth of expertise and a patient-centered approach to dental care. Dr. Absatz graduated with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine after earning his BA from Johns Hopkins University. He has been delivering compassionate, patient-focused […]
Dr. Jessica Martino
Dr. Jessica Martino, DMD, focuses her practice of dentistry around promoting lifelong health through prevention and proper oral health education. She is dedicated to advancing her skills and staying up to date with the latest advances in dentistry. Dr. Martino also acknowledges that dental anxiety is prevalent among many patients, which is why she is […]
Dr. Jamie Contreras
As a dedicated and compassionate Associate Dentist at , Dr. Contreras brings a wealth of expertise and a patient-centered approach to dental care. Dr. Contreras graduated with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She then continued her education by competing a residency in General Practice Dentistry at […]
Meet Our Hygienists:
Melody Seise
Hygienist
Melody’s journey in the dental field began in 2010 when she became a certified dental assistant. Her passion for dental care led her to graduate with a degree in Dental Hygiene from Briarcliffe College in 2015. Today, she stands as an amazing hygienist, constantly motivated by the love for her son, which fuels her dedication […]
Paige Sago
Hygienist
Dental Hygienist Paige became a cherished member of the BDC family back in 2018, taking on the role of Registered Dental Hygienist. Her fascination with the field traces back to her early years, inspired by the positive experiences she enjoyed during childhood visits to the dentist. Today, her mission is to recreate those positive experiences […]
Ruchi Patel
Hygienist
Dental Hygienist Ruchi Patel RDH is a passionate dental hygienist known for her commitment to patient care and excellence in dentistry. With a background in Life Sciences/Pre-med from New York Institute of Technology and an associate degree in Dental Hygiene from Farmingdale State College, Ruchi’s journey in dentistry began as a dental assistant, where she […]
Meet Our Administrative Team:
Sally Pokorney
Practice Administrator
Sally Pokorney Practice Administrator Sally is our wonderful Practice Administrator who all other team members look up to. Sally began her BDC journey in 1985! She now holds the position of Practice Administrator, but has experienced many different roles in her time here. Each one of these roles has given her a better perspective and […]
Joan Oakley
Human Resources Specialist
Joan Oakley Human Resources Specialist Joan serves as the Human Resources Specialist at BDC, bringing over two decades of expertise to her role. Her extensive knowledge has been cultivated through active participation in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), numerous seminars, webinars, and her longstanding involvement in an HR Committee since 2005. This committee, […]
Yasemin Dumankaya
Operations Administrator
Yasemin, one of our skilled and respected dental assistants, has been an asset to our team since 2019. Her journey within our organization has been marked by notable achievements, beginning with her assignment as the Clinical Schedule Coordinator in July 2021, followed by her promotion to the role of Clinical Team Lead in October 2021. […]
Stephanie Gaubatz
Insurance Team Lead
Stephanie has been a member of our team since November 2021 and has shown remarkable growth and dedication. She started as an insurance coordinator and less than a year later was promoted to Insurance Team Lead. Stephanie’s educational background is equally impressive, having graduated top of her class from BOCES in dental assisting. Stephanie’s career […]
Jennifer Ortiz
Front Desk Team Lead
Front Desk Team Lead Jen Ortiz has been an integral part of our team since February 2023. Starting as a patient coordinator, she quickly advanced to become the front desk team lead, showcasing her dedication and leadership skills. Jen chose a career in this field because of her passion for helping people. She finds immense […]
Meet Our OSA Team:
Silent Night Therapy is the dedicated sleep team at Babylon Dental Care. Dr. Brown’s expert team is committed to effectively treating your Obstructive Sleep Apnea using Oral Appliance Therapy so that you can once again enjoy uninterrupted nights of restful sleep.
Jacqueline Madison
Certified Medical Biller and Coder
Jacqueline Madison Certified Medical Biller and Coder Meet Jacqueline, a valuable addition to our team in 2023. Her journey in the field of Dental Sleep Medicine began back in 2015, and from the very start, she knew she had stumbled upon something profoundly meaningful. Witnessing the positive impact on patients’ lives fueled her passion. Over […]
We’re here to ease your mind
Reducing the fear, stress and anxiety often associated with dental care is a top priority for our team. We know that the more comfortable patients feel, the more willing they’ll be to get the care they need instead of putting it off, potentially allowing issues to get worse. From the cushion of the chairs, the soft lighting and the magnificent photography, every space is designed with our patients in mind. Our intimate environment, paired with our caring team, makes our practices stand out from the rest!
