SZL Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Expert Care in an Attentive Environment
Our practice is dedicated to providing oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures in a comfortable and caring environment. Our three oral surgeons in NYC, Dr. Bobby Zargari, Dr. Keith Lustman, Dr. Justin Seda, and Dr. Clifford Salm have a combined experience of over 50 years caring for patients. We are committed to providing the safest and most effective oral & maxillofacial surgical procedures available which include the finest dental implants in NYC. We strive to stay in the forefront of technology by optimizing the use of state-of-the-art equipment and performing new and improved procedures.

Capability and Collaboration
We practice the full scope of our specialty, including the removal of wisdom teeth, reconstructive and cosmetic procedures, TMJ, orthognathic surgery and dental implants. NYC doctors Salm, Zargari and Lustman are members of the Attending Staff at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, where they play an active role in the training of residents.

Dr. Bobby Zargari is a respected Maxillofacial and Oral Surgeon in NYC with extensive clinical and academic credentials. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacology from St. Johns University and graduated in the top three in his class at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine to earn his DMD.

Dr. Zargari is an Assistant Professor at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center and takes an active role in training the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residents. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and the New York Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is certified in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Dr. Zargari is passionate about dentistry and believes in a team approach. He takes great pride in his work and developing relationships with his patients and referring doctors. He continues to expand his knowledge and expertise in oral surgery by attending continuing education seminars and reviewing new publications.

Bobby grew up in Great Neck, New York and resides there with his wife, Melissa and their children, Tyler, Victoria, and Mason. When he is not working or spending time with his family, Bobby enjoys swimming, racquetball, and lacrosse.

Dr. Keith Lustman is a well-trained and highly regarded Maxillofacial and Oral Surgeon in NYC recruited to our practice after he completed his Residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Campus. Before his career in oral surgery, Keith graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Yeshiva University and with Honors from the University of Toronto, School of Dental Medicine to earn his DDS.

Keith completed a General Dental Practice Residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital/ Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He studied all aspects of dentistry including periodontal surgery, implant restoration, and endodontic therapy at the post-graduate level. This experience has given him a unique perspective in communicating with both restorative dentists and other dental specialists on caring for patients and optimizing treatment plans. He was then offered a grant to continue the research he had begun at these centers as a Clinical Research Fellow at the National Institute of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, where he participated in several projects and papers that have been submitted for peer review and publication.

Upon completing his OMS training, he received the Distinguished House Staff Award from NYPH/WCMC, an honor given to only a few select physicians in the hospital.

Keith is a Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology and a candidate for board certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is certified in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

In addition to his work on the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, Keith has established a niche as the “kids’ oral surgeon” as well.

Dr. Lustman grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, and now resides in Manhattan. He enjoys traveling, writing, basketball, squash, and spinning.

Dr. Justin Seda is a highly accomplished and skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon with a warm and friendly demeanor. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from SUNY Binghamton and earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, where he graduated at the top of his class.

Dr. Seda went on to complete his residency training at the University of Miami Hospital, Jackson Memorial Hospital, and the Miami Bruce W. Carter Veterans Affairs Medical Center. During his residency he was honored with the role of chief resident. He received the prestigious Professor’s Award for Excellence in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; the highest accolade given in the residency program. At Jackson Memorial Hospital, he gained extensive experience in treating benign and malignant pathology, oral and facial reconstructive surgery, and facial trauma.

His advanced training with the Head and Neck Surgery Team at Jackson South Medical Center gave him additional experience in bone and tissue regeneration, and has equipped him to handle the most challenging dental implant cases. Additionally, he has expertise in advanced Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder treatments, including TMJ arthrocentesis, arthroscopies, and joint replacement surgery. Dr. Seda is particularly passionate about orthognathic surgery (corrective jaw surgery), appreciating its transformative functional and cosmetic benefits.

Dr. Seda is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) and the American Dental Association (ADA). He is a candidate for board certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He holds certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support and has extensive training in performing IV sedations and general anesthesia.

Known for his compassionate approach, Dr. Seda excels at making patients feel comfortable and at ease with his upbeat personality and sense of humor. He takes pride in his work and builds strong relationships with his patients and referring doctors. Originally from Great Neck, New York, a suburb of New York City, Dr. Seda enjoys traveling the world, playing tennis, and making music in his free time.

Dr. Clifford Salm is a graduate of the Horace Mann School and received his B.S. in Biology cum laude from Tufts University. He went on to receive his D.M.D. degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1977 where he also received the class award for excellence from the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. Subsequently he completed a residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Hahnemann University in Philadelphia and returned to New York to enter private practice and became one of the youngest to become Board Certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

He has been a clinical instructor in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery at NYU School of Dentistry and Mt. Sinai Hospital. Dr. Salm is one of the founders and a Fellow of the Academy of Osseointegration a premier organization for advancement of the science of dental implants. He is also a former General Chairman of the Greater New York Dental Meeting, the largest dental congress in the United States where he continues to contribute as a clinician and on the Advisory Committee.

He is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, the International College of Dentists, New York Academy of Dentistry, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, a member of the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, Dental Society of the State of New York and New York County Dental Society. He is certified in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Dr. Salm prides himself on his easy going bedside manner and ability to calm his patients if in a stressful situation. He enjoys tennis and swimming and his family during leisure hours. His son Adam Salm is also a dentist in Manhattan.