Dentist in Garden City, NY

Solving all of your dental needs.

Family-friendly dentistry on Nassau Boulevard, from your first cleaning to implants.

  • 5-star Google reviews
  • Dental emergency care
  • We check your insurance benefits
  • In-house membership plan
  • Flexible financing options
  • Care for the whole family

Why Smile Solutions

Experience simplified dentistry

At Smile Solutions in Garden City, we simplify dentistry to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience for every patient.

  1. Expertise you can trust

    With years of experience and continuous training, our dentists, hygienists and support staff stay at the forefront of dental techniques and technologies.

  2. Personalized care, every visit

    We take the time to listen to your concerns, assess your oral health and create a treatment plan made just for you, from routine cleanings to complex procedures.

  3. Commitment to excellence

    Excellence is our standard, from the quality of our treatments to the warmth of our patient care, from the moment you walk through our doors.

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Missing teeth replaced

Gaps from missing teeth restored with a bright, even smile.

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Our services

Dental services for patients of all ages

Comprehensive dental care tailored to all your oral health needs, so you leave with a confident, healthy smile.

  1. Smiling young woman laughing in a dental chair during a routine checkup

    General Dentistry

    Comprehensive care for your oral health, from routine checkups to preventive treatments and more.

  2. Man laughing as he bites into an apple at his kitchen table

    Restorative Dentistry

    Revitalize your smile with expert restorations tailored to your needs, ensuring lasting dental wellness.

  3. Woman with a bright, confident smile against a soft white wall

    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Enhance your smile's appearance with personalized cosmetic solutions for a confident, radiant grin.

  4. Smiling older man with a grey beard relaxing in a dental chair

    Implant Dentistry

    Regain the functionality and aesthetics of your smile with advanced dental implant solutions.

  5. Teenage girl smiling as she holds her clear aligner

    Orthodontics

    Straighten your teeth and achieve a harmonious smile with our innovative orthodontic treatments.

Dr. Ruben Yelizar smiling in the Smile Solutions office in Garden City
Dr. Ruben YelizarCEO & Dentist

Meet your dentist

Meet Dr. Ruben Yelizar

Dr. Ruben leads Smile Solutions with a simple promise: patient-centered care delivered with excellence and compassion. Patients know him for explaining every step, easing their concerns and following up after treatment.

At Smile Solutions, our mission is to provide patient-centered care with excellence and compassion, ensuring every individual feels valued and confident in their smile journey.
Dr. Ruben Yelizar, DDS
  • Doctor of Dental SurgeryNYU College of Dentistry
  • General Practice ResidencyNYC Health + Hospitals / Kings County
  • FellowAmerican Academy of Implant Prosthodontics
  • FellowInternational Congress of Oral Implantologists
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Credentials you can see

Earned, not claimed: the diplomas and fellowships behind every treatment. Tap any one to see it up close.

Patient reviews

Why patients choose Smile Solutions

5-star Google reviews
  • In my opinion many other dental offices that I have been to fail in comparison to Smile Solutions. Dr. Ruben Yelizar is extremely professional, nice, and does amazing work. All the staff are extremely nice and helpful and there is an overall great atmosphere in the office. I highly recommend this dental office to everyone and am looking forward to my next check up.
    Jonathan E.Google review
  • Dr. Ruben yelizar is one of the best dentists I’ve ever been to, great office and staff, very nice office all around. I would recommend checking this office out if you’re in need of a dentist or in the area. Thank you to the Smile Solutions staff for the exceptional customer service ! Will be back for my follow up visits 😬
    Solomon Y.Google review
  • Fantastic Dentist & Cool New Office! Just had a great time with Dr. Ruben at his fresh office! He fixed up two of my teeth really well, and it looks awesome. The place has a cool vibe, and you can tell they're all about quality. Plus, it's cool knowing it's a family thing. Definitely recommend Dr. Ruben for anyone needing dental work in a chill space! Big thanks to him and the crew!
    Irina L.Google review
  • Dr. Ruben is very friendly and professional. Made the whole experience easy and painless. The office staff is welcoming and accommodating as well. Would highly recommend!
    M. S. K.Google review
  • The office was clean and a warm reception was received. Dr. Ruben was thorough and communicated with me through the entire process. He also called me to follow up, that was definitely a plus!
    Rosanne J.Google review
  • I came here for an emergency root canal on a Sunday morning. I couldn’t be happier with my experience at Smile Solutions. My previous dentist left me in excruciating and debilitating pain. Dr. Ruben and his staff were extremely sweet, accommodating and professional. It meant a lot to me considering the condition I was in, as well as being a brand new patient and needing help on such short notice. Dr. Ruben is knowledgeable, kind and truly prioritizes his patients’ needs. He’s an incredible professional, but an even better person! I am feeling so much better, and you will too choosing this clinic for your dental needs!
    Donatella S.Google review
  • My experience at Smile Solutions has been nothing short of excellent. Dr. Ruben is highly experienced in his craft and cares about his patients like no other. I came in with discomfort in my tooth, and Dr. Ruben consistently treated me until the issue was resolved. He has excellent bedside manner, thoroughly explains every procedure, and is very compassionate and understanding. I highly recommend Smile Solutions for all your dental needs!
    Elana M.Google review
  • I came in for an emergency extraction with a bad infection. Even though I’ve never been there before and it was in the middle of the holiday season Dr. Ruben and staff were compassionate and professional. They informed me of everything they were going to do and went out of their way to ease my concerns.
    Richard H.Google review
  • Dr. Ruben is very professional & caring. Always a pleasure to come in to my appointments
    JMGoogle review
  • I enjoyed my visit. It was quick and I felt welcomed.
    AAGoogle review
  • Good visit, procedure went smooth
    APGoogle review
  • Great visit. Perfect experience.
    WKGoogle review
  • Visit went quick and smooth. Dr. Ruben found ways to ease my concerns about the procedure I needed and the tech was very helpful as well.
    A. P.Google review
  • Clean, detailed and comfortable
    VCGoogle review
  • In my opinion many other dental offices that I have been to fail in comparison to Smile Solutions. Dr. Ruben Yelizar is extremely professional, nice, and does amazing work. All the staff are extremely nice and helpful and there is an overall great atmosphere in the office. I highly recommend this dental office to everyone and am looking forward to my next check up.
    Jonathan E.Google review
  • Fantastic Dentist & Cool New Office! Just had a great time with Dr. Ruben at his fresh office! He fixed up two of my teeth really well, and it looks awesome. The place has a cool vibe, and you can tell they're all about quality. Plus, it's cool knowing it's a family thing. Definitely recommend Dr. Ruben for anyone needing dental work in a chill space! Big thanks to him and the crew!
    Irina L.Google review
  • The office was clean and a warm reception was received. Dr. Ruben was thorough and communicated with me through the entire process. He also called me to follow up, that was definitely a plus!
    Rosanne J.Google review
  • My experience at Smile Solutions has been nothing short of excellent. Dr. Ruben is highly experienced in his craft and cares about his patients like no other. I came in with discomfort in my tooth, and Dr. Ruben consistently treated me until the issue was resolved. He has excellent bedside manner, thoroughly explains every procedure, and is very compassionate and understanding. I highly recommend Smile Solutions for all your dental needs!
    Elana M.Google review
  • Dr. Ruben is very professional & caring. Always a pleasure to come in to my appointments
    JMGoogle review
  • Good visit, procedure went smooth
    APGoogle review
  • Visit went quick and smooth. Dr. Ruben found ways to ease my concerns about the procedure I needed and the tech was very helpful as well.
    A. P.Google review
  • Dr. Ruben yelizar is one of the best dentists I’ve ever been to, great office and staff, very nice office all around. I would recommend checking this office out if you’re in need of a dentist or in the area. Thank you to the Smile Solutions staff for the exceptional customer service ! Will be back for my follow up visits 😬
    Solomon Y.Google review
  • Dr. Ruben is very friendly and professional. Made the whole experience easy and painless. The office staff is welcoming and accommodating as well. Would highly recommend!
    M. S. K.Google review
  • I came here for an emergency root canal on a Sunday morning. I couldn’t be happier with my experience at Smile Solutions. My previous dentist left me in excruciating and debilitating pain. Dr. Ruben and his staff were extremely sweet, accommodating and professional. It meant a lot to me considering the condition I was in, as well as being a brand new patient and needing help on such short notice. Dr. Ruben is knowledgeable, kind and truly prioritizes his patients’ needs. He’s an incredible professional, but an even better person! I am feeling so much better, and you will too choosing this clinic for your dental needs!
    Donatella S.Google review
  • I came in for an emergency extraction with a bad infection. Even though I’ve never been there before and it was in the middle of the holiday season Dr. Ruben and staff were compassionate and professional. They informed me of everything they were going to do and went out of their way to ease my concerns.
    Richard H.Google review
  • I enjoyed my visit. It was quick and I felt welcomed.
    AAGoogle review
  • Great visit. Perfect experience.
    WKGoogle review
  • Clean, detailed and comfortable
    VCGoogle review

Insurance & payment

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