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This Week on The Progressive Dentist WNYH 10:30 - 11:00 AM
 
Feb. 4, 2008 - Dr. Gregory Davis - Periodontics and Implant Dentistry
 
Dr. Gregory Davis is a member of the ADA, AAP and the Academy of Osseointegration, a national implant society. He has practices in both Lake Success and South Hampton. He can be reached at his Lake Success office at 516 775-0018 or at his South Hampton office at 631 287- 3600. His website is http://www.northshoreimplants.com
 
If you would like to listen to our interview with Dr. Davis Click Here.
Jan. 28, 2008 - Dr. Steven Mendelsohn - Radiology - Facts and Information
 
Dr. Mendelson is a practicing radiologist and owner of Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology with Eight (8) locations throughout Long Island in Nassau, Western Suffolk and Mid Suffolk.
 
He can be reached at 631 930-9400. You can also visit Zwanger-Pesiri at their webstie at www.zwangerpesiri.com.
 
If you would like to listen to our interview with Dr. Mendelson Click Here.

 
Jan 21, 2008 - Brian Diez - Protecting Your Credit
 
Brian has spent his life in service. First, as an Army Medic during Desert Storm and Operation Uphold Democracy. Then, later as a financial advisor to ultra wealthy clients. After the tragedy of September 11th, Brian has focused his efforts much more locally. As a mortgage consultant and credit advisor, Brian's mission is to help families become debt free in the shortest time possible.
 
Brian can be reached at 1 866 336-0383 or by email at briandiez@gmail.com. His website can be found at www.creditscoringsecretsexposed.com.
 
You can hear the entire interview with Brian by Clicking Here.

 
Jan. 14, 2008 - Warren Hoffman - Attorney at Law - Mineola, NY
 
On this week's we were pleased to talk with Warren Hoffman, an attorney with a practice at 94 Second Street in Mineola. Warren has been an attorney fro over 25 years and is a partner in Hoffman and Behar, LLP. His firm handles various aspects of the law with a heavy emphasis on Matrimonial Law. He is also the senior partner and President of Divorce/Separation Mediation Services of New York, Ltd., a local divorce mediation company.
 
For more information you can reach Warren at 516 746-5360.
 
If you would like to listen to our interview with Warren please Click Here.
 

Jan. 7, 2007 - Dr. Barbara Peyser Pffefer - Woodmere, NY - Stress Management
 
On this week's show we interviewed Dr. Pfeffer on the topic of Stress Management.  Dr. Pfeffer is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst who has worked in various psychiatric hospitals over the past 13 years.
 
Barbara can be reached at her Woodmere office at 516 569-3936 or at Integrative Fitness at 516 594-3029.
 
For more information or if you would like to listen to this interview Click Here!
 
We also discussed a couple of websites that you might find interesting for you and your kids. They were: http://www.milkandcookies.com, http://www.freetechbooks.com and http://www.factmonster.com.
 

 
Dec. 31, 2007 - Cary Ganz DDS - Interviews The Year 2007
 
On this week's show Dr. Ganz actually interviewed the year 2007. Well, not really an interview but more like a question and answer. Who was the most important person of the year, the most boring event, the worst person of the year etc. Additionally Dr. Ganz mentioned several websites that provide FREE services. They were:
 
Instant Conference - Free conference calls at http://www.instantconference.com
 
Last.fm - Free Streaming Radio - Type in a name of a favorite artist and in a matter of seconds music by that artist is playing on your computer. It will continue as long as your browser window stays open. Can be found at http://www.last.fm
 
OhDon'tForget.com - Just type yourself a message and this crazy program will send you a text message at a specific time and date to remind you of the message you left yourself. It's free at http://www.ohdontforget.com
 
Weebly.com - Free Websites at http://www.weebly.com
 
You can listen to Dr. Ganz's interview of 2007 by Clicking Here
 
You can also call him at 516 741.1230 or go to his website at http://www.ganzdental.com for more information on a wealth of dental topics.
 

 
Dec. 24, 2007 - Susan Bonfiglio - Life Success Consultant
 
Susan Bonfiglio is an Independent Life Success Consultant who was trained under Bob Proctor who is a renowned leader in business & personal development around the world. In addition she is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the co-author of the book, Shared Grace: Therapists and Clergy Working Together.
 
Susan graduated with a Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1991 and also received a Masters in Education (Mental Health Counseling) from Long Island University in 1981. She has been in the field of mental health for the past 30 years. She has worked with many different populations. Her most recent work was directing an outpatient psychiatric rehabilitation program for 16 years.

Currently Susan provides coaching and seminars. She offers a free 10 week introductory course aimed at applying the success principals of the book Think & Grow Rich.
 
She can be reached at 516 355-6276 or at susanbonfiglio@lifesuccessconsultants.com Her website is http://www.lifesuccessconsultants.com
 
To listen to the entire show with Susan Bonfiglio Click Here.
 
During the show we also mentioned two new products: The Ipod Nano available at http://www.apple.com for $199.00 and the Presto Email Printer availalbe at http://www.presto.com for $149.99 and $9.99 per month for service. Both very cool....
 

 
Dec. 17, 2007 - Fred Kunken D.M.D. - Pedodontic Treatment of the Autistic Child
 
Dr. Kunken is the Director of Dentistry at NSUH - LIJ Medical Center in Manhasset and has a private practice in Rockville Centre NY. He can be reached at 516 536-8888.
 
You can hear more about this informative interview by going to http://www.ganzdental.com/theprogressivedentist-kunken.htm
 
 
 

 
Dec. 10, 2007 - Richard Bergen - Garden City NY - Financial Advisor
 
Richard L. Bergen is a Financial Advisor practicing at 1325 Franklin Avenue Ste 235 Garden City, NY 11530 His phone number is 516-741-1430. He can also be reached via email at: rich@rlbwealthplan.com.
 
His services cover all areas of financial management, from investment and retirement planning to risk management and estate conservation. He specializes in helping his clients develop a comprehensive, cohesive financial plan that fits their unique needs and enables them to meet both short- and long-term objectives
 
Websites mentioned on air: http://www.fpanet.org and http://www.aicpa.org. Also mentioned was the phone number for the Probono Financial Planning Association which is 516 542-2004.
 
To Listen to Richard Bergen Click Here

 
Nov. 19, 2007 - Norman Wellen - Mortgage Go Round
 
Today's guest will be Norman Wellen; a patient, friend and fellow liberal. Norman has been in the mortgage business since 1970. In July 1973, at the young age of 25 he became a principal with interest in Morgage COrp which he then sold to Norstar Bancorp. In 1989 he started Professioanl Morgage Bankers Corp. which is one of the largest privae mortgage companies in the NY metropolitan area. He has originated over 10,000 loans and over $3.0 billion dollars o FHA, VA and Converntional loand. He does busiiness in NY, Florida and Connecticut. Norman can be reached at 516 333-7800 or at http://www.pmbankers.com
 
Listen to Norma Wellen by Clicking Here.
 
Nov. 12, 2007 - Dr. Alexander Corsair - Rockville Centre NY
 
Today's guest will be Dr. Alexander Corsair. Dr. Corsair has a practice limited to Periodontics and Implant Surgery. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and an Assistant Professor of Periodontics at SUNY at Stony brook.
 
Dr. Corsair practices in Rockville Centre NY and can be reached at 516 536-3366.
 
Take a moment to ask Dr. Corsair any question you feel may help you on your way to better dental health. Listen to Dr. Corsair live on Monday, Nov. 12th at 10: 30 AM.
 
Listen to Dr. Corsair by Clicking Here
 
Nov. 5 - Dr. Mordechai Hoschander - New York NY and Flushing NY - Implant Dentistry
 
Dr. Hoschander is a Diplomate, American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and is the Director of Oral and Mxillofacial Surgery at New York Downton Hospital He maintains private practices in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at 315 W. 57th Street, NY NY and at 144-02 Jewel Ave, Flushing NY. He can be reached by phone at 212 265.7788 or 718 263.3446.
 
Dr. Hoschander provides the full spectrum of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with an emphasis on orthognathic and reconstructive surgery, temporomandibular joint dysfunction, laser surgery, oral and maxillofacial pathology, implant dentistry including grafting procedures with PRP, maxillofacial trauma management, and dento-alveolar surgery such as removal of impacted teeth and other extractions.
 
This week's show will cover a variety of topics relating to Implant Dentistry. We hope to allay some fears and concerns relating to the process of placing and restoring dental implants. Dr. Hoschander will discuss some of the misconceptions about implant dentistry from a surgical perspective and join Dr. Ganz in relating some of the treatment they have provided to patients over the past years.
 
Listen to Dr. Hoschander by Clicking Here.
 
Oct. 29 - Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo - Garden City NY - Treatment of Eating Disorders
 
This week we are thrilled to have our neighbor and professional colleague, Dr. Jeff DeSarbo, as our guest. Dr. DeSarbo is a Board Certified Psychiatrist specializing in eating disorders as well as general psychiatry. As a physician, Dr. DeSarbo completed his medical internship and training in psychiatry through the New York University(NYU) residency program at North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, NY and he attended medical school at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, NY.
 
Dr. DeSarbo's special interest in the neurosciences has led to a unique approach to treating eating disorders and other psychiatric conditions.Currently, Dr. DeSarbo serves as a Board Member of the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) of Long Island and he frequently lectures to the public and teaches courses on eating disorders and psychiatry to physicians and other health care providers. In addition to Dr. DeSarbo's extensive training in psychopharmacology, he has been trained in and practices psychodynamic, existential, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). By combining the art of therapy with the biological understanding of the human body, Dr. DeSarbo's approach is to help a patient understand themself as whole: mind, body and spirit. 
 
Listen to Dr. Desarbo by Clicking Here. If you want to contact Dr. DeSarbo by email Click Here. If you prefer, you can call Dr. DeSarbo at 516 414.2545 or go to his website at http://www.drdesarbo.com/.
 
Mini Dental Implants
 
Additionally, today we discussed Mini Dental Implants, a new tool to provide increased retention for denture wearers in just two visits with minimal surgery and at a reduced cost. For more info Click Here or call our office for a Complimentary Mini Implant Consultation (516) 741.1230.
 
 

 
Oct. 22, 2007 - Dr. Fred Danziger - Long Beach NY
 
This week we are pleased to interview our dearest and oldest friend, Dr. Fred Danziger. Dr. Danziger is Chief of the Division for the Medically Complex Dental Patient at North Shore - Long Island Jewish Hospital and has been practicing dentistry on Long Beach NY for over 35 years. During that time he has developed a worldwide reputation in the treatment of Sleep Apnea from a dental prospective. Utilizing a proprietary, custom designed "Z" dental device he has been able to assist numerous patients in their continuous problem with sleep apnea, a potentially life threatening condition. To learn more tune in on Monday, Oct. 22nd at 10:30 AM on 740 AM WNYH.
 
Links mentioned during the broadcast with Dr. Danziger: www.dentalsleepmed.org.
 
If you have any questions regarding Obstructive Sleep Apnea, you can reach Dr. Danziger at fziger@hometelecom.comIf you'd like to listen to the broadcast Click Here. Special thanks to my best friend for his appearance on today's show.
 
Oct 15, 2007 - Dr. Steven Boral - Franklin Square NY.
 
Dr. Steven Boral will be our first guest on The Progressive Dentist. Dr. Boral is a well known Orthodontist with practices in both Franklin Square and Jericho. During our interview we will discuss some new and exciting events for children occuring currently in Nassau County. Dr. Boral can be reached at 516 292.6484 (Franklin Square) or 516 827.5008 (Jericho). Take a moment to listen to Dr. Boral on Monday, Oct. 15 at 10:30 AM on 740 AM WNYH.
 
Dr. Boral has been in the practice of orthodontics for over 25 years. He graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 1975, and received his Certificate of Orthodontics in 1980. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (aaortho.org), American Dental Association (ada.org), New York State Dental Society and the Nassau County Dental Society. Dr Boral takes great pride in being part of the faculty at NYU Department of Orthodontics. In 1989, Dr. Boral had the good fortune of marrying Stacey. Together, they were blessed, in 1994, with their son, Austin.
 
Links mentioned on today's broadcast: http://www.braces.org , http://www.ada.org and http://www.invisalign.com. You can also call 1 800 STRAIGHT for more information on Orthodontics.
 
If you'd like to listen to the broadcast Click Here
 
Thanks Dr. Boral for an informative and exciting conversation. Hope to have you on again real soon.