Sleep and Smile. The Best Experience in a Dental Office.
Most dental offices don’t have an anesthesiologist. Island Dental does. Our board-certified dental anesthesiologist has been on staff for over 25 years — not on call, not contracted out, not visiting. On staff. Overseeing IV sedation from start to finish, working alongside our oral surgeon and every specialist on the team. Comfortable, safe, and the best experience ever.
Board certified · On staff 25+ years · Free consultation · 0% financing · Se habla español
Dr. Kevin Glassman, MD
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
This is rare. Very few dental offices on Long Island — or anywhere — have a board-certified anesthesiologist as a permanent member of their team. At Island Dental, sedation isn’t an afterthought. It’s a core part of how we deliver care. Your comfort and safety are in the most expert hands possible. Results and reviews don’t lie.
Dr. Kevin Glassman, MD
Dr. Glassman is a graduate of SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. He completed his anesthesiology training at Kings County Hospital, a major trauma center in Brooklyn, where he remained as an attending physician and was later named Chief of the hospital’s obstetrical anesthesia division.
After receiving his board certification in anesthesiology, Dr. Glassman joined the anesthesia staff of Long Island Jewish Medical Center, then served as Chief of Anesthesiology and Medical Director of ProHEALTH Ambulatory Surgery Center in Lake Success, N.Y. He founded General Anesthesia Services, LLP in 2003, serving as managing partner through 2019, joined the Northwell Health Anesthesia Department in 2020, where he remains a member of the staff, and co-founded General Anesthesia Medical Specialists that same year.
- Board-certified anesthesiologist
- SUNY Downstate Medical Center graduate
- Former Chief, Obstetrical Anesthesia Division — Kings County Hospital
- Former Chief of Anesthesiology & Medical Director — ProHEALTH Ambulatory Surgery Center
- Northwell Health Anesthesia Department staff member
- Member: ASA, NYSSA, MSSNY
An Anesthesiologist on Staff Changes Everything
Dental anxiety is real. Pain is real. Putting off care because of fear is too common — and too costly. With a board-certified anesthesiologist on staff, you can sleep through any procedure and wake up with a healthier smile. No fear. No white-knuckling. Just comfort from start to finish.
Our anesthesiologist works alongside every specialist in the building — oral surgeon, endodontist, periodontist, prosthodontist, and your general dentist. Whether you need IV sedation for oral surgery, a root canal, implant placement, or even a routine cleaning, the same expert is managing your comfort every single time.
- Board-certified dental anesthesiologist — on staff, not visiting
- 25+ years at Island Dental
- Works alongside oral surgeon and all specialists
- IV sedation, oral sedation, nitrous oxide
- Continuous vitals monitoring throughout every procedure
- Emergency protocols and reversal medications always on hand
- Get most of your treatment completed in one visit
Who Benefits from Sedation?
- Dental anxiety or phobia
- Complex or long procedures
- Oral surgery and implant placement
- Root canals and extractions
- Sensitive gag reflex
- Special needs patients
- Anyone who wants a stress-free experience
Every Level of Comfort. All Under One Roof.
From mild relaxation to deep sedation, our anesthesiologist recommends the right option for your needs, your procedure, and your comfort level.
Nitrous Oxide
Laughing gas inhaled through a small nose mask. Mild, immediate relaxation without putting you to sleep. Effects disappear within minutes — you can drive home yourself.
- Safe for adults and children
- You stay awake and responsive
- Wears off immediately
- Ideal for mild anxiety
Oral Sedation
A prescription pill taken about an hour before your appointment. Deep relaxation — most patients drift in and out of light sleep and remember little to nothing. You’ll need a driver.
- No IV required
- Moderate-to-deep relaxation
- Most patients have no memory of the visit
- Great for anxiety and longer procedures
IV Deep Sedation
Expert LevelAdministered by our board-certified anesthesiologist. Deep relaxation — near unconsciousness. You have little to no awareness of the procedure. Sleep and smile — the best experience in a dental office.
- Board-certified anesthesiologist on staff
- Deep sedation — you won’t remember anything
- Rapid onset, precisely controlled
- Ideal for oral surgery, implants, complex cases
- Continuous monitoring throughout
- Get most of your treatment completed in one visit
General Anesthesia for Complex Procedures
For extensive surgical cases, our anesthesiologist can provide general anesthesia right here in our office — the same level of care you’d receive in a hospital, without the hospital setting. Coordinated with our oral surgeon and specialist team.
- Full unconsciousness for complex cases
- Hospital-grade monitoring in our office
- Board-certified anesthesiologist manages everything
- Recovery supervised before you go home
Free consultation to discuss your options. Insurance coverage varies — we explain everything upfront. Second opinions always welcome.
Safe. Monitored. Expert.
All sedation at Island Dental is overseen by our board-certified anesthesiologist. We review your full health history and medications before recommending anything. Your vitals are monitored continuously throughout every procedure. Emergency reversal medications are always on hand. Recovery is supervised in our office before you go home.
This isn’t a dentist with a weekend sedation certificate. This is a board-certified specialist with over 25 years of experience, dedicated to one thing: keeping you comfortable and safe while our team delivers the best care possible.
- Thorough health history review and consent
- Vitals monitored continuously throughout
- Emergency reversal medications always on hand
- All providers trained in BLS and ACLS protocols
- Recovery supervised in our office
One Anesthesiologist. Every Specialist. One Office.
Our anesthesiologist doesn’t work in isolation — they work alongside every specialist at Island Dental, providing seamless sedation for any procedure.
Oral Surgery
Implant placement, extractions, wisdom teeth, bone grafting. IV sedation managed by our anesthesiologist throughout.
Oral SurgeryRoot Canals
Our endodontist and anesthesiologist work side by side for a completely stress-free root canal experience.
Root CanalImplants & Restorations
Complex implant cases with periodontal surgery and prosthodontic restoration — all completed comfortably under sedation.
Dental ImplantsPeriodontal Surgery
Advanced gum treatments and grafting procedures with IV sedation for maximum comfort.
PeriodonticsPediatric & Special Needs
Gentle sedation options for children and patients with special needs, supervised by a board-certified expert.
PediatricRoutine & Cosmetic
Yes — sedation is available for cleanings, veneers, and any procedure. If anxiety has kept you away, this is how you get back on track.
Sedation OptionsFree Consultation · 0% Financing · Insurance Accepted
Fear should never keep you from the care you need. We make sedation accessible and affordable.
Free Consultation
Your sedation consultation is free. We’ll review your health history, discuss your options, and recommend the right level of comfort for your procedure and your needs.
Insurance Accepted
Coverage for sedation varies by plan and procedure. We verify your benefits and explain your out-of-pocket costs in advance — no surprises. Se habla español.
Verify My Benefits0% Interest Financing
Monthly payments through CareCredit, Cherry, Sunbit, Alphaeon, Happen Bank, and HFD. HSA and FSA cards accepted. Comfort shouldn’t cost you peace of mind.
Explore FinancingAnesthesiologist FAQs
Yes — and that’s a rare thing. Island Dental has a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on staff for over 25 years at both our Franklin Square and Levittown locations. IV sedation is administered by a trained specialist with decades of experience — not just a dentist with a weekend certification.
It depends on the level. Nitrous oxide keeps you awake. Oral sedation makes you very drowsy. IV deep sedation produces a state where you won’t remember anything. Our anesthesiologist will recommend the right option for your case.
Yes. When administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist with continuous monitoring, sedation is extremely safe. Your health history is reviewed thoroughly. Your vitals are monitored throughout. Emergency protocols and reversal medications are always on hand. You’re in the safest hands possible.
Absolutely. Sedation is available for most procedures at Island Dental — including routine cleanings. If dental anxiety has kept you away from the dentist, this is how you get back on track comfortably.
For oral or IV sedation, fast for 6–8 hours before your appointment. Arrange a responsible adult to drive you home. Wear comfortable clothing. We walk you through every detail at your free consultation so there are no surprises.
Coverage varies by plan and procedure. Sedation for oral surgery or complex cases is more likely to have some coverage. We verify your benefits before your appointment and explain costs in advance. 0% financing is available for anything insurance doesn’t cover, subject to approval.
An anesthesiologist completes years of specialized training in administering and managing sedation and anesthesia — it’s their entire focus. A dentist who offers sedation may have taken a short course. At Island Dental, your sedation is managed by a board-certified specialist whose sole job is your comfort and safety.
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