Serving Dental Care for Bay Ridge
Pediatric Dental Care for Bay Ridge Families
Gentle, expert dental care for infants, toddlers, and teens – trusted by 2,000+ Brooklyn families for over 20 years.
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- Hospital Sedation Privileges
- Board-Certified Specialists
- Same-Day Emergency Care
Families throughout Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, and Fort Hamilton trust Bite Squad Dental of NYC for dependable, child-focused dental care. Our Gravesend office on Coney Island Avenue is about 12-15 minutes east via the Belt Parkway, giving your family access to board-certified pediatric dental specialists without a trip into Manhattan. Dr. Yury Slepak and our team bring over 20 years of experience and the confidence of more than 2,000 Brooklyn families to every appointment, from a toddler’s first checkup to a teenager’s orthodontic screening.
Bay Ridge parents often tell us they were looking for a practice that exclusively treats children rather than a general dental office that fits kids in between adult patients. That is exactly what Bite Squad is. Every aspect of our practice – the equipment, the treatment rooms, the team’s training, and the way we communicate with young patients – is built around pediatric care.
Specialized Dental Services for Bay Ridge Children
From preventive visits and protective treatments to advanced care that requires hospital-level resources, we offer a complete range of pediatric dental services for children at every stage of development.
Hospital-Based Dental Sedation
Some children need extensive dental work that is difficult to complete in a standard office setting. Others have medical conditions, severe anxiety, or sensory processing differences that make traditional appointments a challenge. For these patients, Dr. Slepak provides hospital-based dental care with a board-certified anesthesiologist supervising the sedation. This allows us to complete all necessary treatment in a single visit while your child rests safely and comfortably under general anesthesia. Not every pediatric dentist has hospital privileges - this is a level of care that sets our practice apart.
Professional Fluoride Treatment
Professional-strength fluoride applications go beyond what your child gets from toothpaste or tap water. Applied as a varnish during a regular visit, the treatment strengthens developing enamel and creates a more resistant surface against acid and bacteria. It is especially important for children who are cavity-prone or whose enamel is still maturing. The application takes just a few minutes and provides months of added protection.
Space Maintainers
When a baby tooth is lost too early due to decay, injury, or extraction, the surrounding teeth can drift into the gap and block the permanent tooth from coming in properly. A space maintainer is a small custom device that holds the opening until the adult tooth is ready to emerge. This relatively simple intervention can prevent crowding, misalignment, and the need for more extensive orthodontic treatment later on. Dr. Slepak monitors the space and removes the maintainer when the permanent tooth begins to erupt.
Early Orthodontic Screening
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child receive an orthodontic evaluation by age seven. At this stage, Dr. Slepak can assess your child's bite, jaw growth, and tooth alignment to identify emerging issues while the jaw is still developing. Early detection does not always mean early treatment, but when intervention is needed, starting at the right time can reduce complexity and duration of future orthodontic care significantly.
Directions to Bite Squad Dental from Bay Ridge
By Car
From the 86th Street and 4th Avenue area in Bay Ridge, the fastest route is the Belt Parkway. Head south on any avenue to reach the Belt Parkway (I-278) eastbound. Follow the parkway past the Verrazano Bridge approach and continue east along the waterfront past Bensonhurst and Gravesend. Take the Coney Island Avenue exit, head north on Coney Island Avenue, and our office is near the Avenue U intersection on the right, in Suite F2. The drive takes approximately 12-15 minutes. If you prefer to avoid the Belt Parkway, take 86th Street east through Bensonhurst. Continue on 86th Street until you reach Coney Island Avenue, then turn right heading south. Our office is just past the Avenue U intersection. This surface street route takes about 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.
By Public Transit
From Bay Ridge, take the R train from the 86th Street station toward Downtown Brooklyn. Transfer at 36th Street to the D or N train heading toward Coney Island. Exit at Kings Highway on the Brighton line (B or Q train - you may need to transfer at Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center depending on the time of day). From Kings Highway station, the B68 bus runs south on Coney Island Avenue to our office, or you can walk about 10 minutes south. The full trip takes approximately 35-45 minutes by transit. For most Bay Ridge families, driving is the faster and more practical option.
Parking
Street parking is available along Coney Island Avenue and the surrounding residential side streets. The area between Avenues U and V usually has open spots during weekday hours.
What Makes Bite Squad Dental Different
Kids-Only Practice
Every room, every instrument, and every team member is dedicated to treating children. No adult patients, no compromises.
Hospital Sedation
For children who need extensive work or have severe anxiety, Dr. Slepak performs care under general anesthesia at partner hospitals.
Weekend Emergencies
Knocked-out tooth on Saturday? Call us. Same-day emergency appointments available, including weekends.
Bay Ridge families choose Bite Squad for a few key reasons. Our hospital sedation privileges mean that children who need significant dental work, or who have medical conditions that complicate standard visits, have a safe and supervised option. Our same-day emergency appointments, available on weekends, mean parents do not have to take an anxious child to a crowded ER when a tooth gets knocked out at a Saturday soccer game. And our technology – including low-radiation digital X-rays, laser dentistry, and hospital-grade sterilization – reflects a commitment to the highest standard of pediatric dental care.
Most importantly, every member of our team treats only children. That focused experience translates into a level of comfort and confidence that general dental practices simply do not replicate. Our providers know how to talk to a scared three-year-old, how to explain a procedure to a curious ten-year-old, and how to make a self-conscious teenager feel at ease.
Meet Dr. Slepak and the Bite Squad Team
Dr. Yury Slepak is a board-certified pediatric dentist who has been treating Brooklyn children for more than 20 years. He holds sedation privileges at multiple hospital facilities and is experienced in both routine preventive care and complex restorative treatment. His team includes Dr. Yelena Gofman, whose meticulous approach to exams and cleanings catches issues before they escalate, and Dr. Jessica Borukhova, whose gentle chairside manner is especially effective with anxious young patients. Together, the team has access to three medical facilities for hospital-based cases.
Schedule Your Consultation
We offer flexible scheduling to work around your family’s routine, including early appointments and weekend emergency availability. Whether your child is due for a checkup, needs a specific treatment, or has never been to the dentist before, our team will make the experience a positive one.
Bite Squad Dental of NYC
2464 Coney Island Ave, Suite F2
Brooklyn, NY 11223
(718) 998-2424
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult Dr. Slepak or your child’s dentist for personalized treatment recommendations.
Questions Bay Ridge Parents Ask Us
Q:
How long does it take to drive from Bay Ridge to Bite Squad Dental?
A:
The drive takes approximately 12-15 minutes via the Belt Parkway eastbound to the Coney Island Avenue exit. Using surface streets along 86th Street takes about 15-20 minutes depending on time of day. The Belt Parkway is the faster option for most Bay Ridge families.
Q:
What qualifies a child for hospital-based dental sedation?
A:
Hospital sedation is typically recommended for children who need multiple procedures in one visit, who have severe dental anxiety that prevents them from cooperating in the office, or who have medical conditions or special needs that require a supervised hospital setting. Dr. Slepak evaluates each case individually and discusses options with parents before recommending this approach.
Q:
Do you see patients from Dyker Heights and Fort Hamilton?
A:
Yes, we welcome children from Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Fort Hamilton, Bath Beach, and all of Southwest Brooklyn. Many families from these neighborhoods make the short drive to our Gravesend office on a regular basis.
Q:
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments on weekends?
A:
Yes. If your child has a dental emergency on a Saturday, call us at (718) 998-2424 and we will get them in the same day. Common emergencies include knocked-out teeth, broken or chipped teeth, severe toothaches, and swelling from infection.
