LAWRENCE, New York — February 19, 2026 — Long Island Pediatric Dentistry, a top-rated pediatric dental practice located at 31 Frost Lane in Lawrence, NY, is spotlighting real testimonials from families across Nassau County — stories that reveal not just what the practice does, but how it does it, and why parents from Lawrence, Cedarhurst, Woodmere, Inwood, and the broader Five Towns area continue to return with confidence.
In a specialty where a child's first experience at the dentist can shape their relationship with oral healthcare for life, Long Island Pediatric Dentistry has built something increasingly rare: a practice where children actually look forward to coming back.
Led by Dr. Aaron Akhavan, DMD — a Plainview, NY native who earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, completed a General Practice Residency at New York Medical College, and went on to specialize in pediatric dentistry at Maimonides Medical Center, where he was honored as Chief Resident — the practice is joined by Dr. Sam Abettan, whose warmth, clinical precision, and ability to connect with young patients has quickly made him a trusted figure among Lawrence-area families.
Together, the team serves children from infancy through age 21, offering routine dental care, cavity fillings, emergency dental services, sealants, fluoride treatments, mouthguards, and more — all within a colorfully designed, child-centered environment on Frost Lane that parents describe as genuinely unlike any dental office their children have visited before.
The patient stories coming out of the practice paint a consistent picture. Taly A., whose son required an unexpected tooth extraction, described the experience with relief and gratitude. Dr. Abettan is so gentle and knows so well how to communicate with children, she noted. The office staff is professional and everything about the office is kid-friendly. "We trust his expertise and feel so lucky to have found this practice," she said.
That trust — especially in high-stress moments — is something parents across the community echo. Kimberly F., responding after her son's very first dental visit, described the team as warm, personable, and patient from the moment they walked in. "My son's first experience was amazing," she shared.
For parents who have previously struggled to find a practice their children would willingly return to, the difference at Long Island Pediatric Dentistry is immediate and unmistakable. Ariella A. noted that appointments run on time and proceed smoothly — a detail that matters enormously to busy families navigating school schedules, sports, and the daily rhythms of Five Towns life. "We look forward to going every time," she said of her family's visits with Dr. Abettan.
The practice's approach is rooted in a philosophy that prevention and education are the cornerstones of lifelong oral health. The team customizes care recommendations for each child — from the number of annual checkups to fluoride applications and sealants — rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol. Parents are updated at every step, and the office works proactively with families on forms and insurance verification in advance of appointments, so that time in the chair is spent entirely focused on the child.
David G., a local father, captured the experience in a single observation: "Perfect place for kids. Dr. Akhavan and his staff make the experience fun, which is so impressive for a dental office."
Long Island Pediatric Dentistry operates as an out-of-network provider and works with a wide range of insurance plans. Many patients incur no out-of-pocket costs. The practice maintains flexible hours including evening appointments on Mondays and Thursdays and early Sunday morning hours — a scheduling approach built specifically for the demands of today's busy Long Island families.
New patients are warmly welcomed. Appointments can be booked online at lipediatricdentistry.com . The practice is located just off the Five Towns corridor, conveniently accessible to families throughout Lawrence, Cedarhurst, Hewlett, Inwood, Woodmere, and the surrounding Nassau County communities.