Dr. Rick Carreon
Dr. Carreon completed a rigorous residency program at Lincoln Hospital in Bronx, NY, helping a wide range of patients achieve optimal oral health and improved quality of life. Dr. Carreon completed his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry. Before dental school, he completed a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Film + Digital Media (B.A., Baylor University) and a master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences (M.S., Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai). Dr. Carreon’s diverse academic background allows him to approach dentistry from a unique and uncommon angle, and he enjoys bringing it all together to improve the care of his patients.
Prior to dentistry, Dr. Carreon worked in clinical research with individuals suffering from anxiety and PTSD. This background has allowed him to focus strongly on reducing anxiety and minimizing pain for his patients. He firmly believes in building a therapeutic alliance with his patients by emphasizing clear communication, increasing access to care, and promoting dental literacy to reduce health disparities.
Dr. Carreon’s skills encompass the scope of general dentistry to include extractions, implant restorations, veneers, root canals, clear aligners, dentures, crowns, bridges, and emergency dentistry. Patients can trust him for comprehensive and reliable treatments tailored to their individual needs. Dr. Carreon also has a keen interest in the dental treatment of medically complex patients.
While he may never achieve “full New Yorker status,” Dr. Carreon has lived in New York City for the past 9 years with his wife and son. Aside from dentistry, Dr. Carreon enjoys writing, film, painting, and playing video games with his son (he even lets him win sometimes!).
Dr. Carreon continually strives to ensure a comfortable environment where high-quality dentistry meets compassionate care. He is fully bilingual (English/Spanish) and is dedicated to providing dental care for all.
Dr. Daisy Montoyo
Dr. Daisy Montoyo was born and raised in the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. From a very young age, Dr.
Montoyo always dreamt about becoming a Pediatric Dentist and being an advocate for the oral health in
children. She obtained her Bachelor degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Puerto
Rico. She then obtained her Doctor in Dental Medicine degree from the University of Puerto Rico’s School of Dental Medicine. In addition, Dr. Montoyo moved to New York to complete a specialty program and earned a certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn. Here she had a chance to connect with diverse cultures and languages during her specialty training, including patients who speak her first language, Spanish. These experiences only nurtured Dr. Montoyo’s passion for the profession even more. She is committed in helping every child that comes into her office to have a pleasurable dental experience; breaching any language or behavior barriers that may exist. Around the office she is known for her laughter and happy spirit.
Professional Affiliations:
Dr. Montoyo is currently a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists (AAPD), American Dental Association (ADA), New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) and Second District Dental Society
(SDDS). She is certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
Outside the Office:
In her free time Dr. Montoyo enjoys exploring New York, traveling, singing, going back home to visit her
parents in Puerto Rico and attending Spirit of Brotherhood Church in Williamsburg, where she is an active
member.
Dr. David Hou
Orthodontist
Dr. Hou received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Rive University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Northwestern University Dental School. He completed two general practice residencies, one at the Houston Veteran’s Hospital and another at the Detroit Receiving Hospital. Dr. Hou received his Master of Science in Orthodontics from the University of Michigan Dental School.
Dr. Hou has practiced in the tri-state area for the last twenty years. He was an Associate Clinical Director of Orthodontics at the Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He has had a private for the past 15 years. He is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists and American Dental Association.
Dr. Hou lives in Long Island and enjoys attending musical and theatrical events in New York City on his free time.