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Dr. Elan Kaufman, DMD

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1427123975

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Contact Information

Address

2132 OCEAN AVE
Brooklyn, NY 11229

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Fax

(718) 376-2381

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

Chinese (Simplified), English, Russian, Spanish

Patient Rating

4.1/ 5.0(93 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Elan Kaufman is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience caring for children's teeth and smiles in Brooklyn. He graduated with high honors from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, meaning he has met the highest standards in his field. Dr. Kaufman speaks English, Spanish, Russian, and Simplified Chinese, and he specializes in helping children who feel anxious about dental visits, as well as offering treatments like dental surgery, orthodontics, and Invisalign. He believes in preventing problems before they start and teaches families how to keep teeth healthy between visits. Dr. Kaufman is accepting new patients and uses the latest digital technology to give your child the best care possible.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Binghamton University (Magna Cum Laude honors graduate)
  • Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (Doctorate of Dental Medicine - DMD, high honors)
  • Nyu College Of DentistryInternship Hospital, 2000
  • Tufts UniversityMedical School

Board Certifications

  • Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Associate member of the American Academy of Pediatrics
  • Board-certified Pediatric Dentist
  • Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 11/21/2006

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryChildren's dental healthDental surgeryOrthodonticsInvisalignDental anxietyBroken or chipped teethPeriodontal diseaseCavities and decayTeeth whiteningMissing teeth

Technology & Equipment

  • Digital records (fully electronic)
  • Up-to-date technology

Professional Memberships

  • American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (Inspector)

Beyond the Office

Chief of Pediatric Dental Medicine and Surgery at St. Luke's Hospital, Roosevelt Hospital (Manhattan), and Coney Island Hospital (Brooklyn)

Faculty member at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

Taught pediatric dentistry to pediatric and general dental residents at several NYC hospitals for over 20 years

Chairman of the Oral Health Committee of New York Chapter II of the American Academy of Pediatrics

Co-President and Founder of the Children's Dental Foundation, Inc. (non-profit organization providing dental care to needy and less-fortunate children)

Leadership positions in local, state, and national dental organizations

Reside in Lower Manhattan with wife Dr. Jennifer Mait-Kaufman (Pediatric Gastroenterologist) and three children: Harrison, Henry, and Penelope

Co-founded and co-operates the Children's Dental Foundation, Inc. with his wife

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