Amy
Hygienist
I'm Amy, and I've been a hygienist at Leaf Dental since 2014. I earned my dental hygiene and biology degrees from New York City College of Technology and Stony Brook University. As a hygienist, I provide clinical services and health education while helping my patients feel comfortable and confident in the dental chair. My patients motivate and inspire me everyday, and I cherish the connections and conversations I've had with them over the years.
I always enjoyed going to the dentist as a kid. I didn't have the straightest teeth growing up, so when I started going to the orthodontist, I began developing an even deeper interest in dentistry because I saw little-by-little how much straight teeth were able to change my confidence.
In addition to being a hygienist, I'm a nap enthusiast who has a penchant for true-crime documentaries. When I'm not working, I enjoy trying new cuisines with my husband while listening about his day at work and being his life coach.
I have a mouth full of dental work and sensitive teeth, and I'm always a bit terrified of cleanings and check ups. I had my first appointment at Leaf Dental today, and I saw Linda, Sherry and Dr. Rafiq - it was a fantastic experience, start to finish.
The space is calm and welcoming, and the team that worked on me was very understanding of my nerves, careful and gentle. Plus, completely effective. Stains on old dental work are gone, and they even replaced a lost composite filling within my appointment time.
It is a massive relief to have a new dental practice that I know will take such great care of me.
-Alison W.