Walden Dental NY is a general, restorative and implant dental practice at 57 Main St in Walden — about 23 miles from Chester in Orange County, or roughly 30 minutes via NY-17 and I-84. We treat teens and adults, hold same-day appointments every weekday for dental emergencies, and welcome new patients from Chester, Goshen and the surrounding towns.
Walden Dental NY at a glance, for Chester patients
| Drive from Chester | About 23 miles, roughly 30 minutes without traffic, via NY-17 east and I-84 east |
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| Address | 57 Main St, Walden, NY 12586 — onsite parking |
| Phone | (845) 713-4822 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (closed 1–2 PM for lunch). Closed Saturday and Sunday. |
| Dental emergencies | Same-day appointments are held every weekday. Call first — we see emergencies by appointment, not as walk-ins. |
| New patients | Yes, including patients travelling from Chester |
| Who we treat | Teens and adults |
| Insurance | Most major PPO plans, Fidelis Care, and Medicaid plans administered by DentaQuest |
| Dentist | Dr. Ibrahim Sayeed, DDS |
Emergency dentist for Chester, NY
We keep same-day appointments open every weekday for dental emergencies — a bad toothache, a broken or knocked-out tooth, facial swelling, or a lost filling or crown. Call (845) 713-4822 before you set off from Chester so we can have a chair ready when you arrive about half an hour later. We see emergencies by appointment rather than as walk-ins, so phoning ahead genuinely matters.
While you’re on the way:
- Knocked-out tooth: hold it by the crown, not the root. Put it back in the socket if you can, or keep it in milk.
- Swelling or fever: tell us when you call. Facial swelling needs same-day attention.
- Broken tooth: rinse with warm water and bring any pieces with you.
- Pain: over-the-counter pain relief is fine. Don’t hold aspirin against the gum.
Outside our hours, the nearest 24-hour emergency room is Garnet Health Medical Center, 707 E Main St, Middletown — about 15 minutes from Chester. More on what counts as urgent: dental emergencies and chipped or broken teeth.
Tooth extractions and same-day relief
Extractions are one of the more common reasons people search for us from Chester. We remove teeth that are broken below the gum, badly decayed, cracked through the root, or crowded and causing problems — including wisdom teeth in straightforward cases. Where a tooth can be saved instead, we will say so: Dr. Sayeed has performed more than 4,000 root canals, and saving the tooth is usually the better outcome.
If the tooth is coming out and you want to replace it, we can plan the replacement at the same visit, whether that is an implant, a bridge or a denture. More on tooth extractions and root canals.
What Chester patients come to us for
- Cleanings, checkups and fillings.
- Tooth extractions and root canals.
- Dental implants — single teeth, implant-supported dentures and full-arch replacement, all done in our office.
- Crowns and bridges for cracked, worn or missing teeth.
- Dentures, full and partial, including repairs.
- Veneers, whitening and bonding.
- Gum disease treatment and prevention.
Getting here from Chester
From Chester, join NY-17 east towards Goshen and Middletown, then take I-84 east. Leave I-84 at the NY-208 exit for Maybrook and Montgomery and follow NY-208 north into the village of Walden. We’re at 57 Main St, with onsite parking.
The trip is about 23 miles and takes roughly 30 minutes when traffic is light. Allow extra time during weekday rush hours on NY-17 and I-84. Open the practice in Google Maps for live directions.
Insurance, Medicaid and payment
We accept Aetna PPO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, EmblemHealth PPO, Fidelis Care, UnitedHealthcare PPO, Metrodent and Metrodent Premier, DentaQuest plans, CSEA dental plans, and Medicaid plans administered by DentaQuest. Coverage depends on your plan, so our team checks your benefits before treatment starts and tells you what you’ll owe.
We also take all major credit and debit cards, HSA and FSA cards, and CareCredit or Cherry financing for treatment that insurance doesn’t cover.
What we don’t offer
- Young children. We treat teens and adults. Younger children are better served by a pediatric dentist, so if you are looking for a pediatric dentist in Chester this isn’t the right practice.
- Evening and weekend visits. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, with lunch from 1 to 2.
Your first visit from Chester
Your first appointment covers an exam, any X-rays we need, and a written plan with the cost of each step before treatment starts. Bring your insurance card, a list of medications, and any recent X-rays from a previous dentist — we can request them for you if it’s easier. You can fill in the patient forms before you arrive, and our first appointment checklist explains what to expect.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Walden Dental NY from Chester, NY?
About 23 miles, or roughly 30 minutes via NY-17 east and I-84 east to the NY-208 exit. We’re at 57 Main St in Walden, with onsite parking. This is Chester in Orange County, not Port Chester in Westchester County.
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment from Chester?
Yes. We hold same-day appointments every weekday for dental emergencies. Call (845) 713-4822 before you leave Chester — we see emergencies by appointment rather than as walk-ins.
Do you do tooth extractions for Chester patients?
Yes, including straightforward wisdom teeth. Where a tooth can be saved with a root canal instead, we will tell you — Dr. Sayeed has performed more than 4,000 root canals, and keeping the tooth is usually the better outcome.
Do you accept Fidelis Care or Medicaid for Chester patients?
Yes. We accept Fidelis Care and Medicaid plans administered by DentaQuest, along with most major PPO plans. We check your benefits before treatment.
Do you treat children in Chester?
We treat teens and adults. Younger children are better served by a pediatric dentist, and we’re happy to point you towards one.
Are you accepting new patients from Chester?
Yes. New patients are welcome. Call (845) 713-4822 or book online.
Ready to book? Call (845) 713-4822 or request an appointment online. See every town we serve on our Areas We Serve page.