Dentist in Long Island City, NYC
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Steven Lin
Steven Lin
DMD, FAGD
Dr. Lin completed his dental training at the University of Pennsylvania and earned distinction as a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. Among his postgraduate pursuits, he completed a 300-hour dental implantology curriculum at Rutgers University and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. His deep focus in cosmetic dentistry, particularly his specialized knowledge in material science and the optical qualities of dental materials, allows patients to receive superb custom whitening results and smile transformations. He is also well-versed in complex prosthodontic rehabilitation using advanced digital methods for diagnosis and treatment.
Prior to dentistry, Dr. Lin received undergraduate degrees from the University of North Carolina and the National University of Singapore. He was awarded two prestigious US Department of State fellowships for advanced Japanese study, with formal training at Doshisha University in Kyoto.
Dentistry as a Scientific and Artistic Pursuit
By pioneering an AI-augmented CBCT workflow, Dr. Lin is committed to advancing new frontiers in indivdiualized care for truly comprehensive, multi-specialty dentistry. Further pushing the boundaries for dental treatment involves incorporating modalities that combine various dental specialty disciplines to create an exclusive dental experience for the most discerning patients.
Expertise and Specialties
- Personalized full-mouth reconstructions using veneers, crowns, bridges, implants, and partial-coverage restorations
- Biometrically designed cosmetic bonding from optical colorimetry to replicate an individual's "dental DNA"
- Fluorescence-guided diagnosis including screening for oral pathologies
- Dental sleep apnea and mandibular advancement protocols in coordination with medical colleagues
- CBCT interpretations for oral surgery, oral cancer, and other oral pathology treatments
Treatment Philosophy
Dr. Lin emphasizes the timeless importance of the doctor-patient relationship that is integral to the independent dental practice experience. His care model is driven by evidence, prevention, and a deep respect for personalized care as a core dimension of oral health. He believes that dentistry must adapt not only to a patient's clinical condition but also to their values, comfort, and long-term goals. Dr. Lin frequently works with physician colleagues to address concerns related to systemic conditions, expanding his patients' understanding of their dental wellness as part of an integrated healthcare ecosystem.
Personal
Dr. Lin is devoted to his family. He enjoys exploring birds in their natural habitats with his son, Archer, and reading great literature to his daughter, Arden. In his free time, he studies all types of living, ancient, and constructed languages, and finds peace through contemplating while skiing backcountry.
“my new favorite dentist”
Dr. Steven Lin is my new favorite dentist. He is smart, kind, and professional. He reviewed my historical dental image scans prior to our appointment. He also took the time to carefully explain the pros/cons of a few different options for treatment. Overall, highly recommend him.
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