Schenectady, New York · Since 1983

Schwartz Family DentistryProviding thoughtful dentistry for every generation.

Delivered with a gentle touch in a calm, welcoming office.

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A long-standing local practice

Your family’s smile is in very good hands.

For more than 40 years, Schwartz Family Dentistry has cared for families across Schenectady County and the Capital Region. We combine modern clinical care with the kind of personal attention that makes every visit feel easier.

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Covered entrance to Schwartz Family Dentistry — Welcome to 833 Union Street

Warm, sunlit waiting area at Schwartz Family Dentistry — A calm, naturally lit waiting area

Nearly three years with our practice

Dr. Alexandra Tarasova

Trusted care, thoughtfully delivered.

Since joining Schwartz Family Dentistry, Dr. Alexandra “Sasha” Tarasova has earned the trust of patients and families through her warm manner, careful explanations and consistently excellent care.

Dr. Tarasova studied at Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry, graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry and completed her General Practice Residency at St. Peter’s Hospital. Fluent in Russian, she provides comprehensive restorative, surgical, implant and endodontic care.

Full-time associate · Joined August 10

Dr. Angie Ramirez

Now caring for patients full time.

Dr. Ramirez is now a full-time associate at Schwartz Family Dentistry, bringing broad clinical experience and the same warm, patient-first approach that defines our practice.

A 2019 graduate of NYU College of Dentistry, Dr. Ramirez completed her residency training at Wyckoff Hospital in Brooklyn. Fluent in Spanish, she is proud to care for families throughout the Capital Region.

Your clinical assisting team

Comfort and support, chairside.

Our clinical assistants help treatment move smoothly while keeping every patient comfortable, informed and cared for.

Clinical Assistant

Rayonie

Helping patients feel comfortable throughout treatment.

Clinical Assistant

Randi

Attentive chairside support for efficient, comfortable visits.

Clinical Assistant

Alka

Experience at the center of our growing clinical team.

Clinical Assistant · Joined August 3

Adrianna

Supporting comfortable, coordinated care alongside our clinical team.

Your patient care coordinators

Helpful guidance at every step.

From the first call through checkout, Amanda and Rita help patients navigate appointments, treatment, insurance and account questions with clarity and warmth.

Patient Care Coordinator

Amanda

Amanda supports patients from their first call through every step of their visit.

Patient Care Coordinator

Rita

Rita brings remarkable tenure, warmth and experience to appointments, treatment, insurance and account questions.

Your preventive care team

Familiar faces. Thoughtful prevention.

Our hygiene team combines thorough preventive care with the personal attention that helps patients feel comfortable, informed and known at every visit.

Gail, clinical operations manager and registered dental hygienist

Clinical Operations Manager & RDH.

Gail, R.D.H.

Gail combines attentive preventive care with clinical leadership, helping the back-office team stay coordinated and focused on a smooth patient experience.

Dental Hygienist

Yulia, R.D.H.

Yulia brings experience, consistency and a calm, personal approach to every preventive visit.

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Dental Hygienist · Joined July

Betty, R.D.H.

Betty is one of the newest members of our hygiene team, expanding access to thorough, welcoming preventive care.

Practice leadership

Guiding the practice with purpose.

Strong clinical roots and thoughtful operational leadership help the practice grow while protecting the personal care patients have trusted for generations.

Chief Executive Officer

Dan Schwartz

Dan leads the practice’s strategy, modernization and long-term growth while keeping the patient experience at the center of every decision.

Chief Operating Officer

Nicole Caruso

Nicole leads day-to-day operations alongside Dan, coordinating the clinical, administrative and patient-care teams so the office runs smoothly and every patient receives connected support.

Owner, Founder & Dentist

Dr. Ken Schwartz

Dr. Schwartz founded the practice in 1983 and continues to shape its clinical standards, long-standing relationships and commitment to family dentistry.

Complete dental care

Everything your smile needs.

From routine prevention to advanced treatment, our team explains every option clearly and builds care around your comfort.

Preventive care

Cleanings, oral exams, digital X-rays, fluoride, sealants, periodontal care and oral cancer screening.

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Restorative care

Natural-looking fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, implant-supported restorations and root canal therapy.

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Cosmetic dentistry

Teeth whitening, porcelain veneers and clear aligner treatment designed around your goals.

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Advanced services

Implant placement, oral surgery, bone augmentation, sleep apnea appliances, sedation and soft-tissue laser care.

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What’s New at the Office

We’re investing in thoughtful changes that make every step of your care simpler—from booking an appointment to checking out after your visit.

Now Live

Curve Hero is live

Schwartz Family Dentistry is now live on Curve Hero, our modern cloud-based practice management system. Appointments, patient information and billing workflows are now connected in one place, helping make routine tasks before, during and after a visit simpler.

We’re continuing to roll out secure digital features, including text-to-pay. Curve Hero will help patients:

Use secure text-to-pay as the feature is introduced
Keep track of upcoming appointments
Update personal and contact information
Review and update insurance details
Access billing information more easily
Complete more tasks before arriving at the office

Our transition is now underway, and additional digital tools will become available as implementation continues. We appreciate your patience, and we’ll continue to be here by phone whenever you need personal help.

Your first visit

Welcome in.
We’ll take it from here.

Expect a thorough cleaning, a doctor’s exam and any necessary X-rays. We’ll answer your questions and make sure you understand every next step.

Electronic intake coming soon

New patient forms

We’re preparing a simpler electronic intake experience with Curve. Once live, forms can be completed securely on a phone, tablet or computer before your visit. Until then, our current downloadable forms remain available.

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Technology with a purpose