Why Are We Different

We Don't Upsell. We
Don't Overtreat.

At Studio Dental NY, every treatment recommendation is based on your clinical needs and long-term oral health. If a tooth can be safely monitored, we will recommend monitoring. If bonding can achieve the same functional and aesthetic result as veneers, we will recommend bonding. If a tooth can be restored without a crown, we will preserve as much natural tooth structure as possible.

We welcome second opinions and believe patients should fully understand their options before making a decision. Every recommendation is explained clearly, along with the available alternatives and the reasoning behind your treatment plan. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions with confidence, knowing your care is tailored to what is appropriate for your individual needs.

Why Are We Different

We don’t upsell. We
don’t overtreat

A Conservative,
Biomimetic Approach

Biomimetic dentistry is the practice of restoring teeth using materials and techniques that replicate the natural properties of enamel and dentine — their strength, their flexibility, and the way they bond to each other. The goal is a restoration that behaves like the tooth it replaces. In practice this means modern adhesive materials are used wherever possible, rather than more aggressive preparations. It means we rarely perform full-coverage crowns — because in most cases, a well-placed onlay, overlay, or conservative restoration achieves the same structural outcome with far less removal of healthy tooth structure. When we do place a crown — because a case genuinely warrants it — it is placed with the same material standards and precision as everything else we do. The point is not that crowns are bad. It is that they are often recommended when a more conservative option would serve the patient equally well.

Oral Design Group — Premium Ceramic
Restorations

The quality of a ceramic restoration — a veneer, an onlay, a crown — is determined as much by the ceramist who makes it as by the dentist who places it. Studio Dental NY works with the Oral Design Group, an internationally recognised ceramic laboratory whose technicians specialise in restorations that replicate the optical properties of natural teeth: translucency, surface texture, and the way they interact with light. This matters most in anterior cosmetic cases — veneers and bonding on front teeth — where the difference between a restoration that blends seamlessly and one that reads as artificial is entirely in the detail of the ceramic work. The Oral Design Group’s work is why patients who have had cosmetic dentistry elsewhere notice the difference immediately.

Implant Precision — Surgical
Guides and European Systems

Implant placement at Studio Dental NY uses surgical guides designed from CT scans and 3D imaging before the procedure begins. The guide ensures the implant is placed at the planned position, angle, and depth — reducing surgical time, minimising trauma to surrounding tissue, and improving the accuracy of the final restoration. Where anatomy permits, stitchless flapless surgery is performed — a technique that preserves the soft tissue profile around the implant, promotes faster healing, and significantly reduces post-operative discomfort. The implant systems used at Studio Dental NY are sourced from Swedish and Swiss manufacturers with decades of clinical evidence and global track records for long-term success. The choice of implant system is not cosmetic — it affects the connection interface, the abutment options, and the long-term stability of the restoration.

Modern Technology That
Improves Accuracy and Comfort

Digital impressions replace traditional impression trays — faster, more comfortable, and more accurate than physical moulds. Intraoral scans capture detailed 3D models of teeth and bite that are used directly for treatment planning, restoration design, and aligner fabrication. Soft-tissue lasers are used for precise gum contouring and minor soft-tissue procedures without the need for scalpels or sutures in most cases. 3D printing is used for surgical guides, models, and provisional restorations. AI-assisted Digital Smile Design allows patients to see a visual preview of proposed cosmetic work before any treatment begins. Technology at Studio Dental NY is not used for its own sake. Each tool is in place because it improves a specific clinical outcome or makes a procedure more comfortable for the patient.

Dr. David Toksoy — Education,
Training, and Team

Dr. Toksoy lectures internationally and maintains active engagement with evidence-based developments in minimally invasive and biomimetic dentistry. Continuing education at Studio Dental NY is not a checkbox — it is how the clinical approach at the practice stays current with the best available evidence. The entire team trains directly under Dr. Toksoy. The same standards that apply to his own clinical work apply to every member of staff who interacts with patients. Consistency matters — particularly for patients who visit regularly and notice when the standard of care varies between appointments or providers. For patients coming to Studio Dental NY for a second opinion on a treatment plan they received elsewhere, Dr. Toksoy’s evaluation is independent and direct. You will be told honestly whether the treatment recommended elsewhere is warranted, whether a more conservative alternative exists, and what the clinical evidence supports.

A Calm,
Unhurried Experience

Dental anxiety is common, and the clinical environment itself often makes it worse. At Studio Dental NY, appointments are not rushed. Dr. Toksoy explains what he is doing as he works — not because it is policy, but because an informed patient is a relaxed patient. The practice provides noise-cancelling headphones, Netflix, lip balm, and warm towels as standard amenities. These details matter to patients who have had difficult experiences in other dental offices and have been putting off treatment as a result. Appointments run on time. If a case runs long, the next patient is notified. Your time is respected

Why Studio Dental NY —
Frequently Asked Questions

What is minimally invasive dentistry?

Minimally invasive dentistry is an approach that prioritises preserving healthy tooth structure and avoiding procedures that are not clinically necessary. At Studio Dental NY this means using adhesive materials and conservative restorations wherever possible, monitoring rather than treating stable conditions, and recommending the simplest option that achieves a durable result.

What is biomimetic dentistry?

Biomimetic dentistry restores teeth using materials that replicate the natural properties of enamel and dentine — their strength, flexibility, and optical behaviour. In practice this means modern adhesive techniques and conservative restorations rather than aggressive preparations and full-coverage crowns.

Why does Studio Dental NY rarely recommend crowns?

Full-coverage crowns require removing a significant amount of healthy tooth structure. In many cases, a well-placed onlay, overlay, or adhesive restoration achieves the same structural result with far less removal of natural tooth. When a crown is genuinely indicated — because of extensive damage or structural compromise — it is recommended and placed to the same high standard as all other restorations.

What is the Oral Design Group?

The Oral Design Group is an internationally recognised ceramic laboratory that produces premium dental restorations — veneers, crowns, onlays — designed to replicate the optical properties of natural teeth. Studio Dental NY uses Oral Design Group ceramics for anterior cosmetic cases where the natural appearance of the restoration is critical.

What implant systems does Studio Dental NY use?

Studio Dental NY uses implant systems from Swedish and Swiss manufacturers with decades of clinical evidence and long-term success data. Implant placement uses surgical guides designed from CT scans to ensure accurate positioning. Stitch less flapless surgery is performed where anatomy permits to minimize post-operative discomfort and promote faster healing.

Can I get a second opinion at Studio Dental NY?

Yes — second opinions are welcomed. If you have received a treatment plan elsewhere that you are uncertain about, Dr. Toksoy will evaluate your records independently and give you an honest assessment of whether the treatment is indicated, whether a more conservative option exists, and what the clinical evidence supports.

How is Studio Dental NY different from other Manhattan dental practices?

The consistent difference is the treatment philosophy: conservative by default, no upselling, and decisions based on clinical need rather than production. Specific differences include the use of Oral Design Group ceramics, European implant systems, surgical guide-assisted implant placement, biomimetic restorative techniques, and a team trained directly under Dr. Toksoy. These are verifiable, specific claims — not generic practice descriptions.

Experience Dentistry Done Differently

Studio Dental NY is at 81 Irving Place, Suite 1D, Gramercy Park, Manhattan. If you are looking for a second opinion, a new dental home, or simply a practice where the recommendation you receive is the one you actually need — we would be glad to meet you. Call 212.260.2652, text 844.961.4707, or book online.

Why Are We Different

We Don't Upsell. We Don't Overtreat.

Why Are We Different

Why Studio Dental NY — Frequently Asked Questions

Experience Dentistry Done Differently

We Don't Upsell. We
Don't Overtreat.

Why Studio Dental NY —
Frequently Asked Questions