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Dr. Toccafondi is a graduate of Edgemont High School, Fordham University, and Georgetown Dental School. He is a member of The Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, New York Dental Association, Ninth District Dental Association, and is a past president of the Yonkers Dental Society. He is committed to continuing education, and excellence in dentistry and has taken over 1,000 hours of continuing education. He has been treating families in Westchester for over 30 years. Dr. Toccafondi has a wife, two children, and enjoys skiing, running, and traveling.

Shay Markovitch, DDS, is an Israeli-born dentist at Dental Arts of Hastings-on-Hudson in New York. He is a firm believer in sharing as much information as possible with his patients and encouraging them to make informed decisions throughout their care. With a comprehensive list of skills and services, Dr. Markovitch helps patients achieve gorgeous smiles and impeccable oral health.

Dr. Markovitch began training in cosmetic dentistry over two decades ago in his home country. After excelling in his dental education, he moved to Rochester, New York, where he completed dental school at the University of Rochester. He also completed residency training at Eastman Dental Center, also in Rochester, New York. 

At Dental Arts of Hastings-on-Hudson, Dr. Markovitch continues to learn the latest information and techniques in dentistry in order to utilize them to his patients’ advantages. He continues to attend courses to revamp his repertoire, including certifications in providing Invisalign® and Lumineers® veneers. He offers services like periodontics, implants, and crowns at Dental Arts of Hastings-on-Hudson as well as other practices in the city.

When he isn’t sitting next to the dental chair coaching patients about their oral health or performing meticulous procedures, Dr. Markovitch spends his free time with his wife and three children. He stays in shape with soccer, basketball, and any other sport that fits his busy schedule.

Dr. Joel Christo graduated with his doctorate from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in southern California. He completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center and has been working in private practice ever since. He continues his learning through various continuing education courses in a wide variety of fields such as implant and cosmetic dentistry. In his spare time, his hobbies include playing many sports and performing music.

Philosophy & Approach
"Prevention is cheaper than the cure." – Dr. Salman believes in proactive, preventive care,
focusing on early detection and long-term solutions rather than reactive treatments. By taking
a comprehensive approach, he helps patients maintain healthy, confident smiles for life.
Dr. Salman is committed to educating and empowering his patients, ensuring they feel informed
and confident about their dental health. His goal is to create a positive, stress-free
experience where patients know they are in skilled and compassionate hands.

Education & Training
Dr. Salman earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Temple University Maurice H.
Kornberg School of Dentistry, graduating summa cum laude as the highest-ranked student in his
class, achieving the highest academic and clinical performance throughout all four years. He also

served as class president and was selected for the Orthodontics and Endodontics Honors
Programs.
He completed his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at Drexel University,
graduating magna cum laude with honors.

Awards & Recognition
Dr. Salman has been recognized for his excellence in dentistry with several awards, including:
• American Academy of Implant Dentistry Award
• Northeastern Society of Periodontists Award
• Dr. Reuben Matzkin Sigma Epsilon Award

Professional Affiliations
Dr. Salman is an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the American
Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), and the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA).