Cyrus Sepahbody, DMD
General Dentist
Dr. Sepahbody has dedicated his career to giving patients beautiful smiles and is constantly updating his knowledge of the latest technology and advances in dentistry. He has extensive hands-on training in cosmetic dentistry and “smile design.” After receiving his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Marquette University School of Dentistry, Dr. Sepahbody continued his advanced education at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center in the Bronx. He also completed an advanced residency program at Coller Hospital in New York City, treating medically compromised patients, as well as a four-month externship at Bellevue Hospital, training in oral surgery. Dr. Sepahbody also was voted one of America’s top cosmetic dentists by his peers through the Consumers’ Research Council of America.
Mariya Medlenov, DDS
General Dentist
Mariya Medlenov earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry in 2014, and prioritizes continuing education. She also holds a BS in biology and psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. She has been practicing dentistry in Ocean and Monmouth Counties for over six years, with a goal to provide compassionate, high-quality and pain-free dental care.
Polina Chernyak, DDS
Dr. Polina Chernyak is a cosmetic, restorative and family dentist dedicated to delivering thoughtful, personalized care built on honesty, transparency, and trust. After practicing in Long Island and Freehold, she is proud to co-lead her own practice, where she has helped shape a patient experience centered on respect, clear communication and individualized treatment for patients of all ages.
She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with honors from New York University College of Dentistry in 2014 and her Bachelor of Science from Stony Brook University. Dr. Chernyak completed two years of General Practice Residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens and NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where she received advanced training in comprehensive care and full-mouth rehabilitation. She continues to pursue advanced education in cosmetic and restorative dentistry to provide precise, modern and lasting results.
Dr. Chernyak takes a whole-person approach to dentistry, focusing on each patient’s goals, comfort and long-term health. She is committed to creating personalized treatment plans and believes that every patient deserves to feel heard, informed and confident in their care.
Outside the office, Dr. Chernyak enjoys spending time in nature with her husband and two daughters, as well as photography, travel, museums and theater.
Michael Strassberg, DMD
Dr Michael is an expert in creating simplicity in complex dental cases and has the most gentle demeanor.
Dr. Michael Strassberg, graduated from Boston University in 1978 and then began his dental education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. After graduating with his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1982 he was commissioned in the U.S. Army Dental Corps and served in Germany where he was awarded the Certificate of Achievement by Army Air Defense Command.
After his honorable discharge he returned to Tufts Dental School where he completed his residencv in Periodontics in 1987. He then returned to his home state of New Jersey and has been here practicing ever since.
Dr Strassberg enjoys spending time with his family and dog, as well as exercise, music, reading and traveling and he is excited to be a member of our growing practice. Please take a moment on your next dental appointment to welcome him!