Welcome to Pediatric Dentists NYC — cutting-edge dentistry for kids of all ages. For decades, we've built a better way to nurture healthy dental habits for kids and families. The result: A lifetime of happy smiles.
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We know kids can love seeing their dentist, because we see it happen every day.
We believe that excellent dental care works even better when it’s delivered with a quality relationship. Our staff takes time to get to know every patient and make them — and their families — feel welcomed, relaxed and involved. We create personalized care plans and work with every family to build good dental habits for life.
From a child’s first-ever dental visit to routine cleanings and beyond, we provide treatments that create healthy teeth and happy kids.
Dr. Alina O’Brien received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University and completed the postbaccalaureate Health Careers program at Harvard University Extension School. She earned her dental degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and completed specialty post-graduate training in Pediatric Dentistry from New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University, where she served as Chief Resident.
In addition to private practice, Dr. Alina is part of a study team at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine researching the prevention of early childhood caries. Dr. Alina is also an active member the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the New York County Dental Society, and is a past board member of the Hispanic Dental Association. She has received numerous leadership, academic, and research awards at the different institutions and organizations she has been involved with.
Dr. Alina is a native New Yorker who was raised in downtown Manhattan. She is excited to practice in the city she grew up in. When she is not working, Dr. Alina enjoys cooking, reading, and walking in Central Park with her husband and their rescue dog.
Dr. Ron Kosinski is a pediatric dentist and anesthesiologist at Pediatric Dentists NYC. He comes to us from Long Island, where he was the Chief and Program Director at the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park, NY. In 2014, he moved to the New York University College of Dentistry, where was Director of Sedation and Anesthesia. In 2018, Dr. Kosinski was named Clinical Director at the NYU’s Oral Health Center for People With Disabilities. Dr. Kosinski was instrumental in its design and implementation.
Dr. Ron has also maintained a private practice for over 25 years. Dr. Ron loves what he does and is excited to have a presence in Manhattan.
Dr. Lois Jackson is the founding partner of Pediatric Dentists NYC, specializing in the treatment of all children and teens. She is a graduate of Barnard College and Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, earning both a dental degree and a specialty degree in pediatric dentistry. She also completed a general practice residency in the trauma center at Montefiore Medical Center, which provided valuable experience in emergency care.
Dr. Jackson says her favorite part of being a pediatric dentist is the kids. Her patients are treated with consideration to their treatment needs, but also to who they are as individuals. The opportunity to provide personalized dental care and create a positive attitude toward good oral health for each patient is her goal. She strives to create smiles!
As part of her commitment to children and their well-being, Dr. Jackson serves on the board of Camp Brooklyn, an organization that sends children to sleep away camp. This project makes lifetime memories for the campers who would not ordinarily have this experience. Dr. Jackson is also on the board of Flatbush Development Corporation, which maintains the urban experience for all community residents by funding after-school and summer programs for children and community events, among other programs. She is also a member of the Board of Advisors at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and the Executive Committee of the New York County Dental Society.
Dr. Jackson travels extensively through the United States and will soon have visited every state and many national parks. She is a frequent visitor to New Orleans for the food, music and good times. She is an avid moviegoer and enjoys documentaries in particular. The Sundance Film Festival is a frequent vacation destination.
Dr. Jackson moved to Brooklyn before it was so cool and is thrilled with the evolution of the borough.
Dr. Adam Silevitch (“Dr. Adam”) is a partner at Pediatric Dentists NYC. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Born and raised in the Boston area, he earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and his dental degree from the Boston University School of Dental Medicine, before completing specialized post-graduate training in pediatric dentistry from Columbia University, where he served as chief resident.
Dr. Adam’s favorite part of the job is creating long-lasting bonds with his patients and their parents. He says, “I strive to make going to the dentist an amazing experience and something every child looks forward to!”
He is an Attending Pediatric Dentist at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia and an Assistant Clinical Professor at Columbia University School of Dental Medicine.
In his free time, Dr. Adam enjoys spending time with his dog Daisy and his son Teddy, yoga, golf (if he ever gets the time!) and rooting for all of his beloved Boston sports teams. He lives in Brooklyn.