Dr. Tammy Chen is a Board Certified prosthodontist with 15 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy smiles and better overall health. She completed an accelerated dental program at New York University and received advanced training in prosthodontics, making her an expert in complex cases like full mouth rehabilitation and implant therapy. Dr. Chen is passionate about prevention and addressing the root causes of dental problems by focusing on oral health, airway development, and how your mouth affects your whole body. She has been recognized by the New York Times for her prevention expertise and founded a program that brings free dental care to underserved communities in Nicaragua. Dr. Chen is now accepting new patients and uses advanced technology like laser dentistry to provide the best possible care.

Specialties

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ProsthodonticsPrimary
Dental prostheses including crowns, bridges, and dentures

Education & Training

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), New York University (accelerated 7-year combined program, graduated with honors)
Bachelor of Science in Biology, New York University
3 years Post-Doctoral training in Prosthodontics, New York University

Board Certifications

Board Certified in Medical Aesthetics

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 07/18/2011

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Areas of Focus

ProsthodonticsOral Facial PainSpecial needs patientsFull mouth rehabilitationImplant therapyPreventative careRestorative dentistryCosmetic dentistryImplant dentistryCraniofacial developmentAirway healthMedical aesthetics

Technology & Equipment

Laser dentistry
Medical grade skin care

Awards & Recognition

Featured in New York Times for expertise in prevention and healthcare

Beyond the Office

Founded outreach program providing free dental and healthcare to communities in Nicaragua

Focus on oral health education and prevention in underserved communities

Participated in multiple outreach programs worldwide

Enjoys spending time with family and friends

Plays water polo

Races triathlons

Enjoys snowboarding

Passionate about cooking

Loves traveling

Founder of Central Park Laser Aesthetics

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