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Dr. Yan Chen, DDS

With roots tracing back to Shenzhen, China, Dr. Chen was raised a city girl in the heart of Manhattan where she was convinced that she would one day become a fashion designer. She attended Clarkstown Central schools in Rockland County, NY where her love for fashion and art remained but her passion for healthcare soon took priority. Dr. Chen completed her undergraduate studies at Binghamton University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Economics. She went on to receive both her Doctor of Dental Surgery and Endodontic Certificate from New York University College of Dentistry. Additionally, she completed her general practice residency at NYU Langone Brooklyn, a Level 1 Trauma center, where she delivered comprehensive clinical care in various dental disciplines for patients with general and special needs.

Get to know Dr. Chen

During her pre-doctoral training, Dr. Chen was a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Honors Society and participated in humanitarian outreach programs in Machias, Maine and Pokhara, Nepal, where she provided dental care to underserved populations. During her specialty training, she was selected for the “Honors in Endodontic Teaching” course in which she lectured pre-doctoral and international students on current endodontic evidence-based practices. Dr. Chen is a member of the American Association of Endodontists, the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, and the Ninth District Dental Society. She is a board eligible endodontist and fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese. Dr. Chen is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care while putting patients at ease and making sure the experience from start to finish is that of a positive one.

Outside of the office, Dr. Chen loves spending time with friends and family, going to the theater, and traveling to new places. She is an avid fan of carbohydrates and is always on the lookout for the best pasta and pizza the city has to offer!