advanced dds team
At Advanced DDS, Dr. Brian Raskin and his team knows we’re not your only choice when it comes to choosing quality dental care. But we do make a promise to you and your family that every effort is made to ensure your utmost comfort during your visits with us. We take the initiative to maintain the highest levels of safety through the use of state-of-the-art dental technology such as our low-dose x-ray machines and high tech water filtration system. We can minimize the number of visits with options such as same day implant processing and in-house CT scanning.
Our Dentist Team

Clinical Director
Dr. Brian Raskin
Dr. Brian Raskin is the founder of Advanced DDS, and has been practicing and innovating in the field since 1984.He earned his BS at Adelphi University, and his Dental Degree New York University's College of Dentistry. His post-graduate residencies at both Booth Memorial Medical Centerin Queens and Montefiore Hospital in the Bronx allowed Dr. Raskin to further develop his approach to dentistry. Over the years, Dr. Raskin has invested heavily in integrating new technology for his practice to ensure patients receive top-of-the-line treatments using cutting-edge methods. Dr. Raskin specializes in cosmetic, periodontal, surgical, implant, and general dental care.
MEMBERSHIPS:
- Diplomat and Fellow - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Fellow - Misch Implant Institute
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Academy of Computerized Dentistry
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS)
- American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
- Nassau County Dental Society

General Dentist
Dr. Pat D’Orlando
Dr. Pat D'Orlando has over 15 years experience practicing General Dentistry, and is well-versed in IV Sedation Dentistry and the expert placement of Dental Implants. "Dr. D," as his patients affectionately call him, received his BS at Long Island University's CW Post, and graduated from Stony Brook University's School of Dental Medicine. After graduating, Dr. D completed his residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens, NY, where he fine-tuned his methods to provide patients with a comfortable, anxiety-free experience while in the dental chair. Dr. D specializes in General Dentistry and Implant placement.
MEMBERSHIPS:
- Fellow - Academy of General Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS)
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Associate Fellow - American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Nassau County Dental Society

General Dentist
Dr. Dilmarys Peña
Dr. Dilmarys Peña earned her BS at SUNY Binghamton, and studied dentistry at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. She specializes all forms of General Dentistry, as well as in easing the fears of patients who experience anxiety while sitting in the dentist's chair,
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Delta Sigma Delta

General Dentist
Dr. Michelle Steblai
Dr. Michelle Steblai, a lifelong Long Islander, has been in private dental practice for over a decade. After graduating from Stony Brook University's School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Steblai completed her residency at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson, NY. Dr. Steblai is always keeping up on the latest treatment methodologies thanks to a rigorous commitment to continuing education, and focuses on the provision of top-quality dental care.
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Association of Women Dentists
- American Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
- Nassau County Dental Society

Oral Surgeon
Dr. Abiola Sadiq
Doctor Abiola Sadiq attended the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Howard University Hospital as a chief resident, following her general practice residency at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital. Prior to her residency at the Howard University Hospital, Doctor Sadiq was a part of the Advanced Standing program at the University of Southern California, where she received her DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) certificate.
Doctor Abiola Sadiq also attended the BDS College of Medicine at the University of Lagos Nigeria, prior to her time at the University of Southern California. Doctor Sadiq is currently a part of the following acclaimed associations:
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- New York State Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- American Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
- William F. Harrigan Alumni Association

Dental Anesthesiologist
Dr. Jose Rivero
Dr. Jose Rivero, born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, is a Board Certified Dentist Anesthesiologist. Dr. Rivero earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in Venezuela, and practiced for several years. After coming to the U.S., Dr. Rivero studied at the University of Connecticut, where he completed two years of postdoctoral training. He later accepted a position in the Dental Anesthesiology program at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, as well as an internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Upon completion of his residency, Dr. Rivero became Board Certified by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He keeps an active private practice providing ambulatory anesthesia and is affiliated with Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he holds a teaching position. He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists
EXPERIENCE:
- 8 years of Oral Maxillofacial experience
- Specializes in dentoalveolar surgery, dental anesthesia and trauma

Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Shylon Mathew
Dr. Shylon Mathew is a New York native who was born and raised in Queens, NY. Knowing from a young age she wanted to pursue a career in healthcare, she found her calling in dentistry and headed upstate to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree with thesis honors from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine.
She then went on to complete a General Practice Residency at New York Medical College in Westchester, New York. She continued her specialty training in pediatric dentistry at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, New York, where she served as chief resident. During her residency, she received extensive training in behavior management and treating children, adolescents, and patients with special needs as well as all forms of sedation.
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
- Nassau County Dental Society

Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Sybil Padavathil
Dr. Sybil Padavathil completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Florida and immediately moved to the Northeast to start her dental education. She graduated from Boston University's Goldman School of Dental Medicine, and relocated to New York to begin her general dentistry career. After completing her residency at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY Dr. Sybil decided that her passion was working with children. She then completed a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at Woodhull Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. She believes assessing each child's dental treatment based on their specific needs and making their dental experience as easy and fun as possible. Dr. Sybil is certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
MEMBERSHIPS:
- American Association of Pediatric Dentists
- American Dental Association
- Second District Dental Association

Dr. Nicole Teehan
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Our Hygienist Team

WENDY
DENTAL HYGIENIST
EDUCATION: New York City College of Technology (2007) & continuing further education at SUNY Farmingdale (present)
ACHIEVEMENTS: Pfizer award of excellence in clinical skills; Student American Dental Hygiene Association (SAHDA) – Vice President
HOBBIES: Taking care of her daughters (Kayla & Gabby)

MICHELLE
DENTAL HYGIENIST
EDUCATION: SUNY Farmingdale (2013)
EXPERIENCE: 10 years of experience in the dental field
HOBBIES: Taking care of her daughter (Melanie), soccer, reading, dancing, and traveling

DIRIEN
DENTAL HYGIENIST
EDUCATION: New York City College of Technology (2019)
ACHIEVEMENTS: Hortense Jaffe "Sunshine" Award; Student American Dental Hygiene Association (SAHDA) - Vice President
HOBBIES: Spending time with her family, shopping and gardening

Rosario
DENTAL HYGIENIST
EDUCATION: Coming soon.
ACHIEVEMENTS: Coming soon.
Our Dental Assistant Team

FLOR
LEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT
EDUCATION: Nassau BOCES Dental School
EXPERIENCE: 16 years of experience in Dentistry.
HOBBIES: Cooking, traveling, swimming, and her puppy (Brownie).

MOE
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EDUCATION: New York School for Medical & Dental Assistants (2000)
EXPERIENCE: 19+ years of dental field experience
HOBBIES: Basketball, Weightlifting, and taking care of his family (proud Grandfather & family man).

MIRIAM
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EDUCATION: New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants (1988)
EXPERIENCE: over 25 years of dental experience (16 years of that is in dental implants)
HOBBIES: Cooking, her two children, and her two Miniature Schnauzers

Cristal
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EXPERIENCE: 4 years as a dental assistant
HOBBIES: Spending time with her daughter, cooking, and listening to music

Gabriella
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EDUCATION:
Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University, Specialty in Prosthodontics (Lima, Peru, 2011)
San Martin De Porres University, Doctor of Dental Surgery (Lima, Peru, 2006)
EXPERIENCE: Prosthodontist for 2+ years, Dental assisting for 4+ years
HOBBIES: Zumba, listening to music, bike riding

karla
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EDUCATION: BOCES, Barry Tech Dental Assisting Program
ACHIEVEMENTS: Still achieving & living her dream!
HOBBIES: Attending concerts, trying new food & collecting #SquishMallows

Kayla
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EXPERIENCE: Coming soon!
HOBBIES: Coming soon!

Neisha
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EXPERIENCE: Coming soon!
HOBBIES: Coming soon!
Our Front Desk Team

MONICA
OFFICE MANAGER
EDUCATION: Coming soon.
HOBBIES: sailing, traveling, reading, and watching movies

JESSICA
FRONT DESK TEAM LEADER
EDUCATION:Academy of Art University, San Francisco (Film & Television with a focus in Screen Writing)
HOBBIES: cooking and movie trivia

Yancy
Receptionist
EXPERIENCE: 9 years in customer service, 4 years in dental front desk
HOBBIES: Party decorating, trying new foods, going on walks with her son

John
Receptionist
EDUCATION: Coming soon.
EXPERIENCE: N/A
HOBBIES: Basketball, Beer, & occasionally errands.

Katherine
Receptionist
EDUCATION: Coming soon.
EXPERIENCE: N/A
HOBBIES: Baking an absurd amount of delicious treats, babysitting, & professional hunting.

MELISSA
Receptionist
EDUCATION: NYC Department of Education Chair Side Dental Assisting ’06 & National Paramedical ’06. Currently continuing her education at Nassau Community College
EXPERIENCE: over 9 years of dental assistant & front desk experience
HOBBIES: going to the movies, shopping, spending time with family, and listening to all genres of music

Latoya
RECEPTIONIST
EXPERIENCE: Coming soon!
HOBBIES: Coming soon!

Marilyn
RECEPTIONIST
EXPERIENCE: Coming soon!
HOBBIES: Coming soon!
Department of Anesthesia

GEOFFREY
Anesthesia & Surgical Coordinator
EDUCATION: LIU Post