Dr. Sam Morhaim is a distinguished periodontist with over three decades of experience and expertise in managing the most intricate implant surgical cases. His expertise encompasses full arch implant reconstruction utilizing root form, zygomatic, pterygoid, and transnasal and guided implant placement. Dr. Sam Morhaim has attained Diplomate status in two esteemed implant organizations, the highest honor bestowed upon its members.
With nearly 30 years experience, whose primary focus and expertise is performing advanced implant surgical procedures to help his patients return to normal function. He also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease, a serious gum infection that can lead to tooth loss and other health complications. He achieves this goal by associating himself with an assembled team of specialists who share a like-minded passion in dentistry.
He earned his undergraduate dental degree from Stony Brook School Of Dental Medicine where he received numerous honors and awards, including The Academy of Dentistry for the Disabled Award, The American Association of Endodontics Award, as well as The American Society of Anesthesiology Award.
Upon graduating dental school at Stony Brook, his passion to help recent graduates continued when he was elected board member of The Student Alumni Association. He was also pronounced Chairman of the Student Mentorship Program, helping prospective dentists reach their professional goals.
Dr. Morhaim then accepted a one-year residency program in general dentistry at The Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, which led to his choice to become a Periodontist in NYC. He completed his specialty training at Boston University where he graduated with honors.
He was the only student in the history of Boston University who attained Fellowship status by The International Congress of Oral Implantologists. Recently, he was awarded the title of Diplomate of the same professional organization, which is an accolade only achieved by 4% of all members in over 80 countries.
After graduation, Dr. Morhaim became a principal owner in a multi-specialty dental practice while serving as Chairman of Implant Dentistry at Flushing Hospital Medical Center in New York.
There is another side to Dr. Morhaim ́s life, which is his strong commitment to his family and culture. As the son of two Cuban immigrants, he wrote and published a children's book that tells the story of his family’s arrival to the United States from the perspective of his older brother at the age of five. He also enjoys bike riding, kayaking, archery, attending sporting events, and spending quality time with his three children.
Dr. Sam Morhaim has been featured on Fox News for his work with a new laser procedure to help treat gum disease, you can find the article Fox News feature on laser gum disease treatment.
