Pediatric Dentistry in Astoria - Newborn to Teens

"Dr. Patty", grew up in Miami, FL. She attended Boston University and graduated in 1994. Following her graduation, she attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and received her D.M.D. degree in 1998. She always knew she wanted to be around children and decided to pursue Pediatric Dentistry. Her post graduate pediatric dental training was completed at Boston University School of Dental Medicine in June 2000. This specialty training gave her much insight into understanding children's fears and emotions. After graduating, she moved to Philadelphia, PA. She worked at Dr. Bresler's Cavity Busters for one year. She then moved to Long Island, NY. She worked at Suffolk Pediatric Dentistry for eight years.

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She is happily married to Dr. Kevin Martin, an Endodontist, practicing in Commack. When she is not in the office, she is a busy mom caring for her 3 children, Liliana (11 yo), Kevin (9 yo), and Daniella (7 yo).

"I want you to know that I will treat your child as if he/she were my own. I take great pride in my work and always strive to provide the best quality care possible. My goal is to have every child enjoy coming to the dentist. Ultimately, I want them leaving my office with a smile on their face."

Professional memberships:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Suffolk County Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
I can also assure you that my entire staff at SuperSmiles is also trained to provide a warm, nurturing, friendly environment for your child. We all work as a team to meet the fears, anxieties and emotional needs of your child.

Dr. Kourtsounis (Dr. K)

Dr. Kourtsounis or “Dr. K” is a pediatric dentist originally from Long Island. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1998. After graduation, he returned to Maryland where his family had moved and was accepted into the top ranked University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery where he received his D.D.S. in 2003.

Upon graduation, Dr. Kourtsounis moved up to New York City and completed a General Practice Residency at the St. Luke’s/ Roosevelt Hospital Center. He served as chief his one year there.

After completion of his GPR, Dr. Kourtsounis worked in private practice for two years in both Manhattan and Brooklyn, focusing on pediatric dentistry.

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In 2006, Dr. Kourtsounis was accepted into the pediatric dentistry specialty at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. He served as chief resident and helped author various publications which appeared in local and nationwide dental journals.

Upon completion of his training in 2008, Dr. Kourtsounis opened Smiles for Kids in Whitestone. In 2011, Smiles for Kids in Ronkonkoma was opened.

Dr. Kourtsounis has continued to stay on at Mount Sinai as an attending faculty and has dedicated his free time to teaching at the residency and performing dental rehabilitation cases in the operating room under general anesthesia.

He is very active in the community and volunteers regularly giving seminars to various pre-schools in the area on dental prevention, hygiene, and diet.

He is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the New York State Dental Association and the American Dental Association.

Dr. Kourtsounis and his wife have a 6 year old son who is also very interested in becoming a dentist like his dad. He is a diehard Chicago Blackhawks and NHL fan, a car enthusiast who enjoys racing his car on the weekends

Publications:
Apexification of A Non-Vital Pre-Molar Stemming From Possible Dens Evaginatus. Asgari, A., Kourtsounis, P. et al. New York State Dental Journal April 2009
Mucocele Resection – A Comparison of Two Techniques Using an Electrocautery and Er,Cr:YSGG Laser. Asgari, Kourtsounis et al. Dentistry Today Continuing Education Article April 2008

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Dr. Patricia Juarez (Dr. J)

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She is happily married to Dr. Kevin Martin, an Endodontist, practicing in Commack. When she is not in the office, she is a busy mom caring for her 3 children, Liliana (11 yo), Kevin (9 yo), and Daniella (7 yo).

"I want you to know that I will treat your child as if he/she were my own. I take great pride in my work and always strive to provide the best quality care possible. My goal is to have every child enjoy coming to the dentist. Ultimately, I want them leaving my office with a smile on their face."

Professional memberships:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Suffolk County Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
I can also assure you that my entire staff at SuperSmiles is also trained to provide a warm, nurturing, friendly environment for your child. We all work as a team to meet the fears, anxieties and emotional needs of your child.

Dr. Kourtsounis (Dr. K)

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In 2006, Dr. Kourtsounis was accepted into the pediatric dentistry specialty at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. He served as chief resident and helped author various publications which appeared in local and nationwide dental journals.

Upon completion of his training in 2008, Dr. Kourtsounis opened Smiles for Kids in Whitestone. In 2011, Smiles for Kids in Ronkonkoma was opened.

Dr. Kourtsounis has continued to stay on at Mount Sinai as an attending faculty and has dedicated his free time to teaching at the residency and performing dental rehabilitation cases in the operating room under general anesthesia.

He is very active in the community and volunteers regularly giving seminars to various pre-schools in the area on dental prevention, hygiene, and diet.

He is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the New York State Dental Association and the American Dental Association.

Dr. Kourtsounis and his wife have a 6 year old son who is also very interested in becoming a dentist like his dad. He is a diehard Chicago Blackhawks and NHL fan, a car enthusiast who enjoys racing his car on the weekends

Publications:
Apexification of A Non-Vital Pre-Molar Stemming From Possible Dens Evaginatus. Asgari, A., Kourtsounis, P. et al. New York State Dental Journal April 2009
Mucocele Resection – A Comparison of Two Techniques Using an Electrocautery and Er,Cr:YSGG Laser. Asgari, Kourtsounis et al. Dentistry Today Continuing Education Article April 2008