Biography
Dr. Joel Heller has devoted over 37 years of professional dental care to the Rockville Centre community, in addition to his humanitarian services to the United Cerebral Palsy Center of Long Island.
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Amazing experience. Dr. Heller is an excellent dentist who provides top care treatment. I recommend him to all of my friends and family.…
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
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| Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dmd | Doctorate | DMD | 1977 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Maimonides Medical Center | General Practice | 1978 |
Experience & Accolades
| Position | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Attending | Maimonides Medical Center | Present |
| Role | Organization | Time |
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| Active Member | American Dental Association | Present |
| Active Member | New York State Dental Association | Present |
| Active Member | Nassau County Dental Society | Present |
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Specialties
Languages Spoken
English, SpanishMedical Specialties
- Dentist
Years In Practice: 49 (started in 1977)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Dr. Heller specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Athletes
- Children and Pre-Teens
- Elderly and Geriatric Patients
- Patients who require on-demand/off-hours access to
- Teens and Young Adults
- Veterans
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 16
Most Recent Review: 10/13/2014
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Provider Evaluation
Review by
Bradley S.
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October 13, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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- Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes
“Cleaning”
Amazing experience. Dr. Heller is an excellent dentist who provides top care treatment. I recommend him to all of my friends and family.
Review by
Fran B.
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September 30, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Great dentist.Painless, patient and compassionate!”
Dr. Heller and his staff are wonderful! They make each patient feel at ease and are so very caring and concerned. I have recommended all my friends and family to Dr. Heller.
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Warren W.
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August 17, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“The Ultimate Professional”
We have had the pleasure as a family for having Dr. Heller care for our Dentist needs. Professional and very caring with our children. Never a problem to make appointment specially when in need with emergency.
Thank You Dr. Heller
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Denis G. .
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August 14, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Efficiency and expertise”
Professionalism is exceptional, thanks to Dr. Heller's treatments, I no longer experience bleeding gums and my teeth are in excellent condition.
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Thomas C.
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August 11, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Most positive”
Professional, friendly and most important a very good dentist.
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Matt S.
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September 30, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Awesome experience!!”
The friendliest people. Quick, and professional!
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David M.
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September 09, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“My Favorite Doctor!”
I gave Dr. Heller a call for an emergency and was hooked from the first visit (no pun intended). He always seems to be in a good mood, does great work and is always on time.
Do yourself a favor and give him a try.
Review by
Gail G.
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August 14, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Painless Dentist”
Dr. Heller is a wonderful dentist who is compassionate and a skilled professional. Always available for his patients.
Great staff!
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William J.
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August 13, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Great dentist!”
Dr. Heller and his entire staff are very friendly. Appointments are always on time. Best of all he does great work.
Review by
K. W.
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August 11, 2014
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Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 282 A Sunrise Hwy
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“Great Dentist”
Very friendly office that everyone knows your name and you as a person. I had a lot of work done and each and every time I felt at ease and was completely satisfied with experience.
Locations
Affiliated Practices
Dr. Joel Heller General, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
282 A Sunrise HwyRockville Centre, NY 11570
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Dental Cleanings
- Dental Crowns & Bridges
- Dental Implants
- Digital X-rays
- Family Dentistry
- General Checkups
- Partial Dentures, Full Dentures
- Preventative Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Root Canals/endodontics
- Snore Guard
- Teeth Whitening
- Veneers And Lumineers
Commonly Prescribed Medications
- Cephalexin
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Dr. Joel Ira Heller, DMD accepts the following payment methods:- Other
- Discover
- American Express
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Personal Check
- Cashier's Check M.O.
- Cash
More info: Accept cash, checks and major credit cards
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: No
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
The office will work with most insurance plans; please contact us for additional information
Comment - “ Cleaning ”
Amazing experience. Dr. Heller is an excellent dentist who provides top care treatment. I recommend him to all of my friends and family.