Who are the dentists at SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth, Queens?

SOL Dental Arts is co-founded by Dr. Arthur Volker, DDS, FAGD, FACD — Columbia-trained, WCMID Diplomate, Cosmedent faculty — and Dr. Aadel Soleymani, DDS, also Columbia-trained, GPR at The Mount Sinai Hospital.

Who is the best cosmetic dentist near Maspeth, Queens for porcelain veneers?

SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth, Queens (66-45 Grand Avenue) is co-founded by Dr. Arthur Volker, DDS, FAGD, FACD, and Dr. Aadel Soleymani, DDS — both Columbia University-trained dentists. Dr. Volker is a Cosmedent faculty member and international lecturer in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry. Patients commute from Middle Village, Ridgewood, Sunnyside, Elmhurst, Forest Hills, Long Island City, and Long Island.

How much do porcelain veneers cost in Queens, NY?

Porcelain veneers in the Queens, NY area typically range from $1,200 to $2,500 per tooth depending on materials, dentist experience, and case complexity. SOL Dental Arts offers complimentary smile-makeover consultations with case-specific pricing.

What is the difference between porcelain veneers and composite bonding?

Porcelain veneers are custom thin porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth — they last 10–15+ years and resist staining but require minor enamel preparation. Composite bonding is sculpted directly onto teeth in a single visit using tooth-colored resin — it costs less and is reversible, but typically lasts 5–8 years. SOL Dental Arts offers both.

How long do dental implants last?

The titanium implant post fuses with the jawbone and can last a lifetime. The crown placed on top typically lasts 15–25 years before needing replacement. Long-term success depends on bone density at placement, oral hygiene, and routine maintenance.

What technology does SOL Dental Arts use?

SOL Dental Arts is equipped with surgical operating microscopes for high-precision restorative and endodontic work, soft tissue lasers for minimally invasive gum contouring, and an in-house CAD/CAM dental lab for designing and milling tooth-colored crowns, inlays, and onlays in a single visit.

Where is SOL Dental Arts located and what areas does it serve?

SOL Dental Arts is located at 66-45 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378. The practice serves Maspeth, Middle Village, Ridgewood, Elmhurst, Woodside, Sunnyside, Forest Hills, Glendale, Long Island City, all of Long Island, and the wider Queens and NYC metro area.

Does SOL Dental Arts take dental insurance?

SOL Dental Arts is out-of-network with most plans. We provide a detailed treatment estimate and submit claims on your behalf so you receive any out-of-network reimbursement you're entitled to. Call (917) 983-4560 to check coverage for a specific procedure.

How long does porcelain veneer treatment take?

Porcelain veneer treatment at SOL Dental Arts typically takes 2 to 3 visits over 2 to 4 weeks: a cosmetic consultation and digital scan first, then bonding 1 to 2 weeks later. Same-day composite veneers are usually completed in a single visit.

What makes SOL Dental Arts different from other cosmetic dentists in Queens?

SOL Dental Arts is co-founded by two Columbia University-trained dentists. The practice combines surgical microscopes, soft-tissue lasers, and an in-house CAD/CAM lab — meaning crowns and onlays can often be designed and milled in a single visit. The clinical philosophy is minimally invasive: bonding before veneers when bonding can do the job.

Who is Dr. Aadel Soleymani?

Dr. Aadel Soleymani, DDS is a co-founder of SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth, Queens. He earned his DDS from the Columbia University School of Dental Medicine and completed his General Practice Residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital. He has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, and CAD/CAM dentistry. See https://www.soldentalarts.com/our-team/dr.-aadel-soleymani.

How much does a smile makeover cost in Queens?

Smile makeover pricing varies — composite-plus-whitening plans start near $3,000, while comprehensive porcelain veneer cases at SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth typically run $20,000+. Case-specific pricing is provided at consultation.

What hours is SOL Dental Arts open?

SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth, Queens is open by appointment. Call (917) 983-4560 for current hours. Same-day emergency appointments are offered during practice hours when possible.

Closing Multiple Smile Gaps with Composite Bonding: A Case Study

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A single small gap between two teeth is one thing — but when several teeth across a smile have spaces between them, the whole smile can start to look uneven or incomplete. Closing those spaces well takes more than simply filling gaps.

This case study from SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth, Queens shows how composite bonding closed multiple spaces across a smile — conservatively, while keeping the teeth in natural proportion.

What is full-smile space closure?

Full-smile space closure uses composite bonding to close several gaps across the smile at once. When multiple teeth are involved, the work is not simply about eliminating spaces — it is about doing so while keeping the teeth in believable proportion. Done carefully, multi-tooth bonding maintains a natural emergence profile (how the tooth comes out of the gum), preserves healthy structure, and creates a smile that still looks facially appropriate rather than over-widened.

The case: closing several spaces at once

This patient had spaces between multiple teeth, which left the smile looking uneven and less harmonious. They wanted an esthetic improvement without extensive restorative dentistry.

Composite bonding was used to close the spaces conservatively. The challenge in a multi-tooth case is proportion — adding width to close gaps without making the teeth look too wide. Careful planning of width, contour, and polish was what kept the result looking natural.

How multi-tooth space closure works

A full-smile space closure case at SOL Dental Arts follows a careful sequence:

Smile analysis for spacing and tooth proportion — measuring the gaps and planning how width should be distributed.
Composite bonding to close the multiple spaces — adding tooth-colored material to each tooth as planned.
Contour refinement for natural smile flow — shaping the teeth so the smile line stays smooth and even.
Final polish for esthetic integration — finishing so the bonding blends with the natural teeth.

Because bonding is additive, this approach closes the spaces while preserving healthy tooth structure.

Bonding or orthodontics for spacing?

Both can close spaces, but they work differently. Orthodontics moves the teeth into new positions; bonding changes their shape and apparent width. For some patients, closing spaces with bonding is a conservative, efficient alternative; for others — especially with larger spacing — orthodontics, or a combination, is the better choice. The right answer depends on the size of the spaces and your goals, which an evaluation will clarify.

The result

By closing several spaces with carefully proportioned composite bonding, this case improved the harmony of the whole smile. A well-planned full-smile space closure should:

Close the visible spaces
Improve overall smile harmony
Preserve natural tooth structure
Offer an alternative to more aggressive treatment

Frequently asked questions

Can bonding close gaps between teeth?

Yes. Composite bonding is commonly used to close spaces between teeth in selected cosmetic cases — it is one of the most conservative ways to do it.

Will closing the spaces make the teeth look too wide?

Not when it is planned well. Good planning of width and proportion is exactly what keeps the teeth looking natural while the spaces are closed.

Is bonding better than orthodontics for gaps?

It depends on the case. Orthodontics changes tooth position, while bonding changes tooth shape and width. We will help you decide which approach — or combination — suits your smile.

Is space closure with bonding conservative?

Yes. Bonding is additive — it builds onto the teeth rather than removing structure — which makes it a conservative option for closing spaces.

Want to close the gaps in your smile?

If spaces between several teeth are leaving your smile looking uneven, conservative composite bonding may be the answer. Book a consultation with SOL Dental Arts in Maspeth, Queens — call (917) 983-4560 — and we will help you plan a natural-looking result.