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Booking and visits
More in new patient information.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Request an appointment online or call 845-336-5855.
Do you take walk-ins?
No. Kingston Smiles NY sees every patient by appointment, including emergencies. Call first and we’ll offer the earliest time we can.
What are your opening hours?
Tuesday to Thursday, 8 am to 5 pm, by appointment.
Where is Kingston Smiles NY?
At 1105 Locust Street, Kingston, NY 12401, in the city of Kingston. You can get directions on Google Maps.
Who do you see?
Mainly adults and teens aged 15 and over. For a younger child, call us and we’ll help you decide whether to see us or a children’s dentist.
How long is a first visit?
About 60 to 90 minutes. Read what to expect at your first visit.
Insurance and costs
Plans, payment and HSA details are on insurance and financing.
Which dental insurance do you accept?
Most PPO plans, including CSEA and Kingston Trust Fund dental benefits. Call and we’ll check your plan.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, through CareCredit and Cherry, which let approved patients pay monthly.
Can I use my HSA or FSA card?
Yes, for most dental treatment. Read what an HSA covers at the dentist.
Why don’t you list prices?
The cost depends on what your teeth need and what your plan pays. You always get the cost in writing after your exam, before any treatment starts.
Dental emergencies
Step-by-step first aid is on emergency dentistry.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe pain, swelling, a broken or knocked-out tooth, or bleeding that won’t stop. See emergency dentistry for what to do.
What should I do if a tooth is knocked out?
Hold it by the crown, rinse it briefly, try to put it back in its socket or keep it in milk, and call straight away. See the full first-aid steps on our emergency page.
I chipped a tooth. Is that urgent?
Not if it’s small and painless, but call that day if it hurts or you see a pink spot. Read chipped and broken tooth repair.
What if it happens when you’re closed?
Go to the emergency room if swelling affects your breathing or swallowing, or for a serious injury. Otherwise, call us when we open.
Treatments
Every treatment we offer is listed on dental services.
Is it better to save a tooth or have it pulled?
Saving it is usually better, often with a root canal and a crown. If it can’t be saved, an extraction and an implant is the next option.
Implant or bridge: which is better?
An implant replaces the root and leaves the neighboring teeth untouched. A bridge is quicker but relies on the teeth either side.
Does a root canal hurt?
It feels much like having a filling, because the tooth is numbed. Most patients have less pain afterward than before.
Bonding or veneers?
Bonding suits small chips and gaps and is done in one visit. Veneers last longer and change color and shape more completely.
What’s the difference between an overbite and an underbite?
In an overbite, the upper front teeth overlap the lower ones too much. In an underbite, the lower teeth sit in front of the upper ones. See crooked teeth in adults.
Everyday care
Symptoms and causes are explained on common dental problems. For your daily routine, read how long to brush your teeth and whether to floss before or after brushing.
How often should I see the dentist?
Every six months for most adults. Patients with gum disease may need a cleaning every three to four months.
Is an electric toothbrush better?
It often removes more plaque and is easier to use well, but a manual brush works if your technique is good.
Why are the sides of my teeth yellow?
Enamel is thinnest near the gum, so the yellower layer underneath shows through. Stains and tartar collect there too. A cleaning or whitening can help.
Why is my gum swollen around one tooth?
Often trapped food, early gum disease or an infection. If it’s painful or growing, call us: it can be an abscess.
Are dental X-rays safe?
Yes. Digital X-rays use a very low dose, and we only take them when they’re needed.
How often should I replace my toothbrush?
Every three to four months, or sooner if the bristles are splayed.
Still have a question?
Call 845-336-5855, or send it through the contact page. Dr. Ibrahim Sayeed answers clinical questions at your visit, where he can see your teeth.