General & Laser Dentistry

Children, Adults and Families...We welcome all new patients and offer a variety of general dental, cosmetic and implant dental services for adults and children. Use our website - www.AvrilDSouzaDMD.com for appointments and for more information. Tooth colored fillings
Cosmetic Dentistry
Crowns and Bridges
Specialty Dentures
Cosmetic Fillings
Grafts
Excessive or Uneven Gums
Implants
Veneers
Whitening
Braces and Orthodontics
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Sealants
Root Canal Therapy
Extractions
Scaling and Root Planing
Flap Surgery
Dentures
Jaw/TMJ
Maxillofacial Surgery
Cosmetic Dentistry
Invisalign
Performance Mouthwear
Mouthguards

We give all our patients personal undivided attention. We are committed to every patient’s dental health and well being and we treat your family like our family. There is no such thing as "perfect," but we strive for perfection with every patient. We do the best dentistry needed for you to have a happy healthy mouth. You will always leave our office smiling and confident about the treatment you have received. Your initial oral examination includes a visual oral examination and oral cancer check, a complete periodontal examination, diagnosis and treatment recommendations. We will take x-rays for a proper diagnosis and photographs to help you see what we see. Our team is dedicated and devoted to all our patients current and new. We strive to make you feel comfortable while doing the best possible dentistry for you. Going to the dentist can be so easy…

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Address

1552 UNION Street
Schenectady, NY
12309

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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