Dr. Joseph Michael Cristoforo, DDS

Education: Dr. Cristoforo received his BS degree in Biology from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana in 1983. He received his DDS degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 1987, where he was vice president of his senior class. He completed a dental general practice residency program at Nassau County Medical Center in East Meadow, New York, in 1989 where he was appointed chief resident. Dr. Cristoforo completed his advanced specialty education in periodontics at the program jointly sponsored by the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, and the Veterans Administration Medical Center in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, in 1991. Dr. Cristoforo has received his board certification from the American Board of Periodontology putting him among the less than 1% of dentists in the United States who have reached this level of achievement. Professional Leadership: Dr. Cristoforo currently serves as President of the New York State Society of Periodontists and is a Past President of the Long Island Academy of Periodontists. Dr. Cristoforo shares his knowledge of periodontics and implant dentistry through professional publications and lectures. He currently holds teaching positions at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, SUNY Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, and Nassau University Medical Center. Dr. Cristoforo has also been appointed to the Committee on Clinical Practice of the American Academy of Periodontology. Professional Interests:"My primary professional interests are the treatment of periodontal disease, dental implants, and dental aesthetics. Periodontal treatment helps patients keep their teeth through the establishment of healthy gum tissue and supporting bone. For patients who are missing some or all of their teeth, dental implants provide a natural-looking, stable alternative to conventional dentures, bridges, and partial or complete dentures. Also, many patients can benefit from cosmetic procedures that involve cooperation between myself and a restorative dentist." Practice Philosophy: Dr. Cristoforo is committed to treating each patient as an individual. He listens carefully to each patient's questions and concerns, and thoroughly explains treatment options. He prides himself on having a leading-edge periodontal practice that includes periodontal plastic surgery procedures as well as the surgical placement of dental implants. Team Approach: Dr. Cristoforo works in collaboration with other professionals to provide the best care possible for his patients. Dr. Cristoforo communicates regularly with restorative dentists and specialists in other disciplines to help coordinate care for patients whose treatment needs require a multi-disciplinary approach. Home Welcome Meet Us Map / Hours Periodontal Services Dental Implants Cosmetic Procedures Patient Comfort Accelerated Orthodontics Patient Information For Referring Doctors Contact Us Links