Dr. Jason Decker is a board-certified pediatric dentist in Latham with 19 years of experience making dental visits comfortable and fun for kids of all ages. He specializes in everything from cavity prevention and cleanings to more advanced procedures, and he uses modern technology like digital X-rays and 3-D imaging to provide the best care. Dr. Decker is trained in sedation dentistry and laser treatments, and he's earned recognition as a Best Dentist in the Capital Region multiple times. He's also dedicated to helping children with special needs and serves on the Albany Medical Center's cleft and craniofacial team. Dr. Decker believes in building healthy dental habits early so kids develop a positive relationship with dentistry that lasts their whole lives.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

2-year Pediatric Dentistry Residency, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
B.S. in Biology, Villanova University
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), State University of New York at Buffalo

Board Certifications

Sedation Dentistry Certification (New York State)
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
The Nash Institute for Laser Dentistry Certification

Credential: D.D.S.

NPI registered: 01/30/2007

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistry for infants, children and adolescentsCavity preventionDental cleanings and examsFluoride treatmentDental sealantsTooth extractionsInfant frenectomiesCleft and craniofacial careAutism-friendly dental care

Technology & Equipment

Digital X-rays (lower radiation exposure)
In-Office Cone Beam CT Scanning Machine (3-D X-ray)
Laser soft tissue surgery
Nitrous oxide/laughing gas treatment
Oral conscious sedation
BPA-free white composite fillings
BPA-free dental sealants
Silver diamine fluoride

Professional Memberships

American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
American Dental Association
New York State Dental Association – 3rd District

Awards & Recognition

Times-Union's 'Best of the Capital Region' Award for Best Dentist (2021 and 2022)
Daily Gazette's Best Pediatric Dentist (2021)
Outstanding Providers Award from the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region

Beyond the Office

Albany Medical Center Cleft & Craniofacial Center team (only accredited cleft and craniofacial team for 100 miles around)

Recognized by Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region

Annual OSHA training

Bi-annual PALS certifications

Regular Professional Continuing Education courses

Married to Paige; has 3 children: Alex, Andrew, and Caroline

Enjoys traveling, golfing, and being outdoors with his children

Avid follower of Villanova basketball

Follows Chelsea FC of the English Premier League

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