
Dr. Alexander Gekht DDS
Dentist
1705 Broadway Hewlett New York, 11557About
Alexander Gekht, DDS, maintains a practice, Nassau Oral Surgery, located in Hewlett, New York. Within his practice, Dr. Gekht uses the most technilogically advanced techniques and equipment and offers a wide range of services to his patients including dental implants, bone grafts, removal of impacted wisdom teeth, treating dental infections, and multiple or single tooth extractions. Dr. Gekht also has particular expertise in diagnosing and treating oral lesions, facial pain, traumatic facial injuries, and TMJ disorders. Certified by the American Board of General Dentistry, Dr. Gekht has the skill and devotion necessary to receive such recognition. Aside from serving his patients, he trains residents at Methodist Hospital; as well as, is active in numerous associations such as the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.
Education and Training
New York University
Board Certification
American Board of General Dentistry- Dentistry
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Training for Residents at Methodist Hospital -
Internships
- St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital (Oral Maxillofacial Surgery)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Facial Esthetics, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Congress of Oral Implantologists
What do you attribute your success to?
- A strong skill set, his knowledge, consisten positive outcomes, and high patient satisfaction.
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