Dr. Robert Light is a board-certified endodontist who specializes in root canal treatment and complex dental problems that other dentists refer to him. With 19 years of experience and advanced training from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Light is skilled at handling challenging cases, including root canal surgery, retreatment, and traumatic tooth injuries. He is active in his community as a staff member at three major hospitals on Long Island and is dedicated to staying current with his field through memberships in leading dental organizations. Dr. Light is accepting new patients at his New Hyde Park office and brings both expertise and a caring approach to his practice.

Specialties

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EndodonticsPrimary
Root canal treatment and diseases of dental pulp

Education & Training

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine: Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Endodontics
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine: DMD
Drew University: BA and Honors in Zoology, Magna Cum Laude

Board Certifications

American Board of Endodontics
Diplomate Status (Board Certification) attained 1992

Credential: D.M.D.

NPI registered: 02/22/2007

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Areas of Focus

endodontic (root canal) treatmentendodontic (root canal) retreatmentendodontic (root canal) surgerytraumatic injurydiagnostic perplexities

Professional Memberships

American Association of Endodontists
American Board of Endodontics
American Dental Association
Dental Society of the State of New York
Nassau County Dental Society
Co-founded Cow Neck Dental Study Club

Beyond the Office

Hospital Staff Position at Long Island Jewish Medical Center

Hospital Staff Position at North Shore University Hospital

Hospital Staff Position at Saint Francis Hospital

Lectures at Greater New York Dental Meeting

Lectures at Greater Long Island Dental Meeting

Lectures at Long Island Jewish Medical Center

Lectures at various Dental Study Clubs and Women's Groups

Hobbies: Golf

Hobbies: Physical Fitness

Hobbies: Guitar

Hobbies: Fishing

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