Today's Dentistry - Dr. Chris Pateras

Let me tell you a little about myself. My parents were immigrants from Greece and eventually our family settled in Camillus where I was raised. I am a graduate of University of Buffalo School of Dentistry where I received my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. I have a diverse and, for a dentist, unexpected background. I earned a B.S. in Ceramic Engineering from Alfred University and worked as an engineer prior to dental school. Following dental school I attended a post-doctoral program and recei...Read Moreved a M.S. in Oral Sciences from UB. Adding to this diversity are classes in computerized dentistry, orthodontics, and photography. I live in Baldwinsville with my wife and children. I have one child in college and twins on the way to college. They all want to be engineers, too. That one I never saw coming! For recreation the family likes to boat during our short, but gorgeous summers. The whole family is avid skiers, and we spend as much time in the winter on the slopes as we can. Believe it or not, I actually like the winters here and have been known to look forward to winter during the heat of August: I even smile when the flakes start to fall. What you can expect from us at Today's Dentistry is great, skilled dental care along with a warm, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. We love cosmetic dentistry, which can be anything from simple Power Bleaching to an extreme Smile Make-over. Nothing creates more positive feelings in our patients and in ourselves than transforming a smile into something our patient is proud to show the world. Creating a beautiful smile and watching someone enjoy having that smile is like watching a beautiful flower bloom. The best thing about dentistry is the people we see, so we enjoy being around you, and know that you will enjoy us. We are centrally located in Liverpool, easily reached in minutes from Dewitt, Syracuse, Camillus, Clay, North Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Fulton, and Oswego County. Read Less

As Office Manager at Today’s Dentistry, I oversee all aspects of our dental practice. And though I wear many hats on a daily basis, my main focus is making sure that our patients are comfortable and receive the best care possible. After your initial visit with Dr Pateras, I am always available to assist you with all of your financial needs and questions. This may include setting up financial arrangements that will work within your budget. It is my goal to have you leave our office with a complet...Read Moree understanding of how we are going to give you your most beautiful, healthy smile. I truly look forward to meeting you! I began my career in dentistry more than 22 years ago as a dental assistant. Dentistry was not a path that I had planned but it has turned into a career that I love so much. I enjoy my job and I hope that shows when we are working together. When I’m not at the office, you will usually find me doing something with my 2 children. My son has now graduated from high school and my daughter is entering her Junior year of High School. We love to explore outside during the summer months. We are all very involved with the Liverpool High School Marching Band Program and always look forward to the crisp nights at the field in the Fall Season! My family is made up of extreme animal lovers. We currently share our home with our cat, George and our dog, Zola. Please feel free to call or email me any time with any questions or concerns. I am always here to help! Read Less

I was raised in Norwood NY and then moved on to obtain my dental hygiene degree from Broome Community College in Binghamton NY. I graduated and spent the first part of my career working in a dental clinic focusing on providing quality dental care to low income families. I then joined that team at Today’s Dentistry and am very thankful for both the patients and fellow coworker that I have come to know and love. Dr Pateras is focused on providing high quality dental care that is specialized t...Read Moreo each and every one of our patients. I am proud to be a part of his team! I pride myself on creating a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for all of my patients. When I am not at work, I am focused on my family. My husband Ryan and I have two amazing children! We love spending time outside, especially when animals are involved! We frequently visit the local parks and zoos. Read Less

I have worked in the dental field for 10 years. I started out doing administrative duties for dental offices including Today’s Dentistry. While working for Dr. Pateras I was presented with an opportunity to expand my dental knowledge and learn the clinical side of things as a dental assistant. Over the course of time I have developed a true passion for dentistry that has encouraged me to start on a journey to becoming a dentist. Everyday at Today’s Dentistry I am committed to helping our patient...Read Mores receive gentle and honest care in a positive and comfortable environment. Dr. Pateras has a great team and I am proud to be a part of it. When I am not at work I am with my daughter, Khyla and busy preparing for dental school. During the winters we enjoy sledding and watching movies, but in the summer time you will find us outdoors. We like going to parks and being by the water. Read Less

I became a Certified Dental Assistant a little over 2 years and although I am fairly new to it all, I am a quick learner and very happy with my career choice. It puts a smile on my face knowing that I am able to work with new smiling faces every day. It is my job to assist Dr. Pateras through each appointment while making sure our patients are comfortable and at ease. I work hard at that every day. I love what I do and enjoy working with all of the members of our team! I plan to keep mo...Read Moreving forward in the Dental Field and would love to go on to earn my degree as Dental Hygienist in the future. I live in Parish and definitely prefer living up in the woods. I enjoy being outdoors and love to be around the camp fire, hiking or kayaking with my friends. Read Less