Dentist Near Merrick, NY
8 minutes west of Merrick on Sunrise Highway. Bedford Dental is a founder-owned, single-location practice in Bellmore — opened in 2023 by Dr. Isabel Yuabov and built from day one around the kind of dentistry many Merrick patients tell us their current office doesn't offer: implants placed in-house instead of referred out, same-day crowns, sedation options for anxious patients, and the same dentist every visit.
If you live in Merrick — anywhere from the Babylon Branch line near Merrick Station to the family streets north of Sunrise Highway near Calhoun High School, Camp Avenue Elementary, or the Norman J. Levy Park & Preserve — you can be in our chair within about 10 minutes of leaving home.
Book online or call (516) 636-5554. Same-day emergency appointments are available.
Why a Merrick patient with a current dentist would switch to us
1. Founder-owned. The same dentist every single visit. Bedford Dental is not a corporate chain. There is one dentist — Dr. Isabel Yuabov — and she sees every patient at every visit. No rotating associates, no being passed off to whoever is on shift, no different treatment plan from a different dentist three months later.
2. Equipment from 2023, not 1995. Because the practice was built recently, every operatory has current-generation equipment from day one — digital intraoral scanners (no goopy impression trays), low-radiation digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, modern sterilization, and on-site CBCT 3D imaging for implant cases. Many older Merrick-area offices still use older imaging or impression workflows; the difference is most obvious for crowns, Invisalign, and implant cases.
3. Implants and crowns in-house — no referral out. A general dentist in Merrick will often refer implant placement to a separate oral surgeon and crown fabrication to an outside lab. That's two practices, two consults, two bills. Dr. Yuabov places single-tooth, multi-tooth, and full-arch implants on-site, and same-day crowns are designed and seated in a single visit when clinically appropriate.
4. Sedation dentistry for patients who've been postponing care. A real share of new patients tell us they haven't been to a dentist in 3, 5, or 10+ years because of anxiety. We offer sedation options that make longer cosmetic and implant appointments tolerable for patients who used to avoid even cleanings.
5. The patient experience your current office may not have updated. Online booking. Written treatment estimates before treatment, not after. Insurance verification handled by us, not pushed onto you. One office for general, cosmetic, restorative, pediatric, and emergency dentistry — so the whole family can use the same practice.
Bedford Dental vs. a typical Merrick dental office
Ownership — Bedford Dental: founder-owned, single location. Typical older practice: often corporate-owned or multi-location group.
Dentist — Bedford Dental: same dentist every visit (Dr. Yuabov). Typical: rotating associates.
Implants — Bedford Dental: placed in-house. Typical: referred to an oral surgeon.
Crowns — Bedford Dental: same-day digital crowns where clinically appropriate. Typical: 2-visit process with temp + outside lab.
Imaging — Bedford Dental: digital X-rays, intraoral camera, on-site CBCT 3D imaging. Typical: may still use older systems.
Impressions — Bedford Dental: digital intraoral scanner. Typical: goopy putty trays.
Sedation — Bedford Dental: sedation options for anxious patients. Typical: nitrous only or none.
Booking — Bedford Dental: online + phone. Typical: phone only.
Treatment estimates — Bedford Dental: written, before you commit. Typical: often verbal, post-treatment.
Family-friendly — Bedford Dental: pediatric + adult under one roof. Typical: often refers kids out.
Thinking about switching? Here's exactly what happens.
Step 1 — Book your new-patient consult. Call (516) 636-5554 or book online. The consult is typically 30–45 minutes and includes a full exam, X-rays, and a written treatment plan you can take home and think about. No pressure to schedule treatment at the consult.
Step 2 — We handle the records request. With your permission, we'll request your dental records and recent X-rays from your current Merrick practice, so you don't have to. No duplicate X-rays, no awkward conversations.
Step 3 — We verify your insurance up front. Before you commit to any treatment, we run your benefits and tell you in writing what your insurance will cover, what your out-of-pocket cost will be, and (if it applies) what payment-plan options are available. No surprise bills.
Step 4 — Decide at your own pace. Most new patients keep both practices on file for the first few months while they decide. There is no formal discharge process — you simply stop scheduling there.
Getting here from Merrick
By car (~8 minutes off-peak; 10–12 in rush hour):
From central Merrick / Merrick LIRR Station: Head west on Sunrise Highway, continue through Bellmore, exit at Bedford Avenue. Turn south onto Bedford Ave. Bedford Dental is at 219 S Bedford Ave, with on-site parking.
From northern Merrick / off Newbridge Road: Take Newbridge Rd south to Sunrise Highway, west on Sunrise Hwy, exit at Bedford Avenue, south to 219 S Bedford Ave.
From southern Merrick / near Norman J. Levy Park: Head west on Merrick Road all the way to Bellmore (~2 miles), turn south on Bedford Avenue.
By LIRR (one stop from Merrick Station): Take the Babylon Branch westbound one stop from Merrick Station to Bellmore Station. From Bellmore Station, walk about 5 minutes south on Bedford Avenue. Off-peak westbound trains typically run every 20–30 minutes — convenient for patients having sedation appointments who'd rather not drive home.
When Merrick patients call us specifically
You've been told you need an implant and your current dentist wants to refer you to an oral surgeon in another town. We place it in-house, 8 minutes away.
You broke a front tooth or chipped a veneer and want it fixed today, not in two weeks.
You haven't been to a dentist in 3+ years because of anxiety. Sedation consult, no judgment.
You're getting married, getting professional headshots, or want a cosmetic refresh in 4–6 weeks. Veneers, whitening, bonding consult.
Your child needs a first cleaning and exam and you'd rather one practice handle the whole family than juggle a pediatric specialist plus an adult practice.
You're in pain right now. Call (516) 636-5554 for a same-day emergency appointment.
Bring the whole family — pediatric to grandparent in one office
Bedford Dental is a single-office, founder-owned practice that handles every life stage under one roof: first-cleaning checkups for kids in the Merrick School District (Calhoun HS, Birch Lane Elementary, Camp Avenue Elementary, Lakeside Elementary), routine and cosmetic dentistry for adults, and implants, crowns, dentures, and full-arch restorations for grandparents.
Many Merrick families switch to us specifically because they're tired of scheduling kids at one practice, the parents at another, and an oral surgeon at a third. The same dentist sees every member of the family. Records, treatment history, and insurance are all in one place.
Meet Dr. Isabel Yuabov
Dr. Isabel Yuabov founded Bedford Dental in 2023 and personally handles every patient — from new-patient cleanings through complex implant and full-arch cases. She blends a restorative and cosmetic specialty interest with a straightforward, plain-English consult style.
The practice was built in 2023 specifically because Dr. Yuabov wanted a different model than the one she'd seen elsewhere — assembly-line scheduling, different dentist each visit, equipment that hadn't been updated in 15 years. Bedford Dental is the practice she would want her own family treated at: same dentist every visit, modern equipment, and no rushing.
Insurance accepted
We accept most major dental insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, Guardian, United Healthcare, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Anthem, and Principal. Don't see your plan? Call (516) 636-5554. If we're out-of-network, we file your claim for you and most patients still receive substantial reimbursement. We also offer payment plans for implants and full-arch cases.
Services we offer Merrick patients
Dental Implants — single-tooth, multi-tooth, and full-arch (All-on-4 / All-on-6) options, placed in-house.
Same-Day Crowns — digital impression, designed and seated in one visit when clinically appropriate.
Veneers — porcelain veneers and minimal-prep options.
Invisalign — clear-aligner ortho with digital scanning.
Teeth Whitening — in-office and take-home options.
Sedation Dentistry — for patients with dental anxiety.
Emergency Dental Care — same-day appointments for broken teeth, severe pain, knocked-out teeth.
General & Family Dentistry — cleanings, exams, fillings, sealants.
Cosmetic Dentistry — bonding, contouring, smile makeovers.
Pediatric-friendly care — for Merrick UFSD families.
Frequently Asked Questions — Dentist Near Merrick, NY
Is the drive from Merrick to Bedford Dental really worth it?
For routine cleanings only, your current Merrick dentist is probably fine. Patients tell us the 8-minute drive is worth it specifically for: dental implants placed in-house, same-day crowns, sedation dentistry, complex cosmetic work, or wanting one practice for the whole family with the same dentist every visit.
What does Bedford Dental offer that my current Merrick dentist might not?
Three differentiators stand out: implants placed in-house, same-day digital crowns, and sedation options for anxious patients. We're also a 2023-opened, founder-owned practice — same dentist every visit, modern equipment from day one, single point of accountability.
How do I switch dentists from my current Merrick practice?
Call (516) 636-5554 or book online. We'll request your records from your current practice on your behalf. There is no formal "discharge" process. Many patients keep both practices on file for the first few months while they decide.
What makes Dr. Yuabov different from the dentists already in Merrick?
She founded Bedford Dental in 2023 specifically to run a different kind of practice — same dentist every visit, in-house implants and crowns instead of referrals out, modern equipment, sedation for anxious patients. She personally handles every case from consult through final seat.
Can my whole family come to one practice?
Yes. Pediatric-friendly cleanings for kids in the Merrick School District, general and cosmetic dentistry for adults, and implants/crowns/dentures for grandparents — all under one roof, with the same dentist seeing every family member.
How long does it take to drive from Merrick to Bedford Dental?
About 8 minutes off-peak, 10–12 minutes in rush hour. From central Merrick: west on Sunrise Highway, exit at Bedford Avenue, south to 219 S Bedford Ave. Total distance under 2 miles.
Can I take the LIRR from Merrick to Bedford Dental?
Yes — Bellmore Station is one stop west of Merrick Station on the Babylon Branch, then a 5-minute walk south on Bedford Avenue. Popular option for patients having sedation appointments.
Is there parking?
Yes — on-site parking at 219 S Bedford Ave, Bellmore.
Do you treat families in the Merrick School District?
Yes — pediatric-friendly cleanings, sealants, and early ortho consults for kids at Calhoun HS, Birch Lane, Camp Avenue, and Lakeside Elementary. Same dentist as your adult appointments.
What neighborhoods around Merrick do you serve?
Merrick, North Merrick, Bellmore, North Bellmore, Wantagh, plus the broader South Shore.
What dental insurance plans do you accept?
Most major plans including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, Guardian, United Healthcare, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Anthem, and Principal. If we're out-of-network, we still file your claim for you.
What if my current Merrick dentist is in-network and you're not?
Many patients still receive substantial reimbursement on out-of-network visits, and we file the claim for you. Our front desk runs your benefits before any treatment so you have a written estimate to compare.
Do you offer payment plans for implants or full-arch cases?
Yes — we offer in-house and third-party financing options for larger cases. Ask at the consult.
Are implants placed in-house, or referred to an oral surgeon?
In-house. This is one of the practice's main differentiators. Single-tooth, multi-tooth, and full-arch (All-on-4 / All-on-6) cases are placed by Dr. Yuabov.
Do you offer same-day crowns?
Yes — digital impression, designed and seated in a single visit when clinically appropriate.
Do you offer sedation dentistry for anxious patients?
Yes. This is one of the more common reasons Merrick patients switch to us.
Do you have CBCT 3D imaging on-site?
Yes — on-site CBCT 3D imaging is available for implant planning and other advanced cases. This is rare for a general dental practice and means complex implant cases don't require a separate referral for imaging.
Do you offer Invisalign?
Yes — including digital scanning so there are no goopy impression trays.
Do you handle dental emergencies on weekends?
Same-day emergency appointments are available during practice hours, and on-call urgent care for established patients. Call (516) 636-5554 if you're in pain.
Are you accepting new patients from Merrick?
Yes.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Insurance card, photo ID, list of current medications, and (if available) recent X-rays from your prior dentist. With your permission we can also request records on your behalf.
How do I book?
Online via our scheduling page, by phone at (516) 636-5554, or by email at Bedforddentalpc@gmail.com.
Ready to make the switch?
Call (516) 636-5554 or book online. Mention you're coming in from Merrick and we'll have your records request and insurance verification ready before your visit.
Bedford Dental · 219 S Bedford Ave, Bellmore, NY 11710 · Bedforddentalpc@gmail.com