This office always overcharges me and their front desk is incompetent and doesn't follow up. The cleanings are ok but it always feels like they are looking for something to be wrong to scare you to pay for a service you don't need. I quit them and would not recommend. read more

I recently moved to NYC and needed a dentist for an emergency crown situation. I was referred to Dr Bar and Dr Smith by a dear friend as being the best dentist in the city, oh was he so right! I was able to get in and the office staff was friendly beyond words, put me at ease and took care of me from the moment i set foot in their lovely offfice. They were able to do crown prep and placement on the same day which was a dream!! This is not a fun procedure and Dr Smith was so gentle and caring to ensure I was comfortable through the process. Perfect in all ways!! I returned a few months later for my cleaning and x rays as a new patient and again- all was best in class. Look no further to Dr than Bar and Smith for the best Dentist in NY and the world!! read more

Dr. Tyler Smith is a winner. Very skilled, concerned for patients endurance. For the aged patients especially important.

Bar And Smith Dental goes above and beyond for their patients! The office staff was incredibly friendly and remembered me after just one visit. Scheduling was easy. Medical staff did an excellent job cleaning and evaluating my teeth. And they did all the leg work to get my care covered by insurance. Exceeded expectations across the board :) read more

Dr. Tyler Smith and his staff are THEE BEST!!!! 'Can't say enough or rave enough about the whole crew! Their kindness and professionalism are "Bar" none! :) Prices are reasonable and Stephanie is a wonderful help with insurance. Need a tooth pulled? Don't fret! and make an appointment now! You'll be happy that you did! If ever there was a dentist that can make you smile, Bar & Smith Dental is IT! read more

I went two times for regular cleanings. On my third visit, they said I needed a deep cleaning (done to remove tarter below the gum line) They showed me the x-rays, and pointed out the build up, especially on one tooth. I am a nervous patient but the hygienist was very nice, the procedure was painless, and took less time then I thought. So why the two stars? Three weeks after, I went to an Endodontist for a root canal and they too took x-rays. The Endodontist pointed out tarter buildup, especially on one tooth. Same tooth Bar & Smith showed me. When I mentioned I went for a deep cleaning, he asked if they took x-rays AFTER to ensure they didn't miss anything. Which they did not. So while the hygienist was nice, and the procedure was painless - I still have the same issues I had before. read more

I don't know what some of these reviews are talking about. I had an amazing experience with the dental hygienist and Dr. Tyler Smith, DMD. Backstory: I hadn't gone to the dentist since before the pandemic and was very nervous that I might have a lot of cavities. When I got there, the dental hygienist was comforting and gentle, and Dr. Smith was very knowledgeable and reassuring. At the end of the appointment, the Patient Care Coordinator came into the room and went over each aspect of the treatment plan with pricing and recommendations. (It also turns out I didn't have any cavities, and just got some prescription toothpaste.) TLDR: I'd been putting off going to the dentist for almost five years because I didn't want to deal with the judgment or cost, but everyone here was great. Highly recommend. read more

The last time I had an appointment at Bar & Smith dental, I was told that I had nine cavities. I found this to be crazy considering that I had gone for my regular cleanings and never had issues like this in the past. I had heard that some dental offices sometimes scam their patients by lying about cavities and unnecessary procedures. To get a second opinion I had recently went to a new dentist and was told I only had one cavity. Bar & Smith dental was trying to scam me by lying about my cavities and even pointing out a filling I had done the year prior as a new cavity. They tried to sell me all these expensive products (prescription toothpaste, treatments, etc) saying it was necessary however at the new place I was told that none of that was needed. I would stay away from this place at all costs as they will lie to you to steal your money! read more

These people are not very upfront and are extremely expensive. Please make sure you have insurance they accept.

Fine for regular cleaning but don't go if you're getting reconstructive work even bonding. Changed the whole look of my face and they weren't too pleased when I wanted to adjust. read more

Needed a new dentist as I was not happy with the last one I visited. A very pleasant suprise. Staff is very nice, everyone explained everything they were doing. Excellent pain-free care. The doctor was able to avoid doing a surgical extraction saving me a great deal of pain. Well done I have found a dentist I can trust. read more

This is for scheduling and not for the dentist/hygienist: I booked an appointment for next week on ZocDoc and specified cleaning. They called me back the next day and said they had no availability. When I checked Zocdoc again, there were numerous available appointments even today, but when I called back, the receptionist said those appointments were not for cleanings. The receptionist was polite and did try to offer another appointment soon, but I have a busy schedule (which was why I scheduled for a particular day on ZocDoc) and this whole process was the opposite of convenient. read more

Casey C.'s review is Spot on and sums up everything about this amazing, compassionate dental practice. The Dentist here is not only technically extremely competent, proficient and gentle handed- He's actually a GOOD person to the core, along with the staff assisting and coordinating with him there. Thank you for the straightforward, expert emergency care I received. The practice is an asset to the community and we are lucky to have you in the city full of hack-shop dentistry firms and impersonal procedure providers. I am happy to have found a true DOCTOR and Dentist in the neighborhood I can trust and look forward to visiting again!!! read more

I booked an appointment with Dr. Smith last minute on ZocDoc. The office was very communicative and sent me an email right away after I booked. The instructions provided were very helpful. Checkin was easy and simple. The receptionist was exceptionally friendly. The visit itself was actually enjoyable and thorough. They have a very friendly hygienist who took her time to get to know me. Dr. Smith was funny, warm, and provided me with a fantastic cleaning experience. I was really impressed the doctor is the one who does the cleaning. There was a mishap with my insurance and the office was extremely prompt to correct the insurance error, which wasn't their fault. They went above and beyond to call me with an update, even though it was really for the insurance company to do. I would highly recommend this practice. read more

I've got to say -- I've been around the block in the NYC dental world for the past eight years. Some of the practitioners out there are shady, shady, shady! I had a great dentist growing up, so when I moved to New York I began searching for my new home dentist. I'm picky with what I want in a dentist, and I hold them to a high standard. Little did I know it would take YEARS. After having treatments done in other offices, and refusing services in the rest, I have finally found a great practice in Doctors Bar and Smith. I called for my appointment and was scheduled for the following day. Over the phone, that first call was a little awkward and I wasn't totally sold on the customer service (but I was nervous and rambling a bit so maybe that was part of it!) Stephanie scheduled me for the following morning, and emailed me new client paperwork to fill out. Seamless. On arrival, any qualms I had about the service or the practice in general were quickly relieved. The office is small, but clean and organized. I was greeted immediately (so friendly), information was taken right away, and I was back in the exam room in six minutes. I don't really have anxiety or fear of the dentist; however, if you do, this place is where you belong. I first met with Yvonne, who was great and totally disarming - she put me right at ease and was so friendly. Made notes of why I was in and sent the doc my way. I saw Dr. Smith, and we discussed an urgent issue I was having. He explained every option and answered all of my questions. Didn't try to upsell me. It all felt very transparent and honest. I got the sense immediately he was all about honest, quality care. I was then scheduled for the following day for a procedure. I had literally NO pain at the appointment or now (3 days later), except for some very mild soreness one can expect from having a tooth taken out of your head! Stephanie at the front desk is an insurance wiz and put me right at ease was any insurance or cost questions. She definitely knows what she's doing and how to maximize your benefits (and this coming from someone who works for a health insurance company - I don't even understand my own benefits half the time.) Basically, give this practice a shot if you're looking for a new dentist and want customizable, friendly and personal care. I'd recommend to anyone. read more

I had to find a new dentist for insurance reasons and was very anxious about it as I have had some terrible experiences with Dentists. From Dentists who acted more like used car salesmen trying to sell me work, and treatments I did not need, to the charlatan who insisted that I needed a tooth pulled that turned out to be perfectly healthy when I went to another dentist. He was trying to sell me an implant. Awful. Ended up with an emergency, terrible sensitivity and a root canal that was 1/2 done so I had to find a dentist fast. Ended up booking an appointment at Bar and Smith Dental; turned out to be a great decision. Booking an appointment was easy and the front desk people are polite and super professional. I was seen on time, early actually. I felt comfortable after talking to Dr. Smith for about 30 seconds. Dr. Smith's bedside manner is outstanding. He listens, he asks you questions, he is easy to talk to and personable, he diagnosed my sensitivity issue quickly and painlessly. Discussed my 1/2 completed root canal. Front desk sat down with me afterwards with a treatment plan and an estimate that did not give me palpitations. Overall a very pleasant experience and let's face it, going to the Dentist is not always a pleasant experience. Returned two weeks later to get my root canal completed. Not something I was looking forward to but not dreading either based on my previous visit. Seen on time again, Dr. Smith and his assistant went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable during the procedure. Procedure was fast, efficient with zero discomfort. I am pleased to have found a great Dentist, Dental Practice and I recommend Bar and Smith Dental without hesitation read more

Dr Isaac Bar is an excellent dentist. He is very gentle and does a very thorough job. I also like that he does not push for you services you don't need. My entire family goes to him. He is accommodative with appointments and always has a great demeanor. read more

They were supposed to perform a procedure and took my money but weren't successful in doing it and refused to refund. They then ghosted me when I asked for a compensation. I called the dental board and turns out they aren't board certified. Beware!!!!!!!! read more

I had an excellent appointment with Dr. Bar, and I highly recommend his dental services. It was been quite a while since I have been to a dentist. My gums were sore, and I am not the most regular flosser, so I was very apprehensive about my appointment with Dr. Bar. When I arrived for my appointment I was pleasantly surprised. The office is beautiful and the staff is warm and friendly. I arrived at the office a few minutes early, and they were ready to see me immediately. As I knew would be the case, my gums were not in the best shape. Not surprisingly, I needed a scaling. In my past experiences, the scaling procedure was very unpleasant. However, Dr. Bar performed the procedure in a way that was gentle and very tolerable. In addition, Dr. Bar used a new technique to reduce the swelling of my gums, which I had never seen before. The inflammation went away in a few days. Unfortunately, I also had a cavity (not surprising given how long it has been since I have seen a dentist). Dr. Bar made room in his schedule to take care of the cavity immediately after my cleaning, so I would not need to return to the office a second time. Most dentists make their patients return for an additional appointment. I am VERY scared of dentist drills, and was very apprehensive. However, Dr. Bar with his kind demeanor made me feel comfortable. He completed the procedure with such a gentle manner that my nerves were put to rest (without using laughing gas)! It was all over so quickly. After the appointment, Dr. Bar spent time with me discuss my dental hygiene practices. He made some helpful suggestions, so I would not have the same problem with my gums the next time. In summary, Dr. Bar is an excellent dentist. In fact, my experience was more pleasant than with any other dentist that I have had. I highly recommend Dr. Bar. read more

Did not like the new dentist here. Please do not switch dentists on me without asking. This was no reasonable substitution. Quality matters.

I really would never have imagined I would use Yelp to review a dentist but Dr Bar and Smith are hands down the best dentists I've had the opportunity to work with. I used to be a patient of Dr Ort who used their space previously and he was a good dentist, but the difference under the new management is night and day. Both practicing dentists at this practice are young men with degrees from UPenn. They are incredibly friendly and spend far more time with their patients than the avg dentist. They answer questions honestly and I did not feel like they were trying to sell me on optional dental treatments as many other practices do. Furthermore the cleaning I got was the most gentle one I have ever experienced. Really I'm disappointed I will be moving in the next few months and can't continue to use them for my dental care! If you are reading this review and live in NYC, however, you can still experience the best dental treatment in the area! Don't settle for sub-par dentistry :-) read more

I have been seeing Dr. Isaac Bar for dental work for the past 7 years. He is a holistic practitioner that is extremely knowledgable. He is a gentle dentist with the most comfortable and relaxing energy. I feel 100% confident that he will do an incredible job. He has performed cleanings, fillings, and whitening services and each time the results are flawless. He is honest and transparent about his pricing. I wish I could give him 10 stars, because people stop me on the street and tell me I have a beautiful smile, thanks to Dr. Bar! read more

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Needed a new dentist and found this practice through my insurance. Professional, modern and most importantly nice. Spent a lot of time to get to know me and my individual dental needs. read more

Going to the dentist can be a daunting experience, at least for me. Especially when it's been a while but if you're looking for a good experience, I highly recommend Dr. Bar. Dr. Bar was a recommended by several of my coworkers and I'm glad I listened. From the moment I walked in the office, it was professional and very friendly. I arrived early for my appointment but they pushed to see me as soon as they could. Dr. Bar is easy to talk, informative and is very thorough. The staff is just as friendly and fun. Nothing about this experience was daunting. Can't wait for the next appointment and happy to have found a great dentist in NYC. read more

Dr. Bar will scam you out of as much money as he can -- DO NOT USE THIS DENTAL OFFICE! On my first visit, I was given an estimate on the various treatments I needed to have done. I was assured that Dr. Bar was in my network but when my Explanation of Benefits arrived from my insurance company, I learned that Dr. Bar had charged me as an "out of network" doctor. When I asked him to go back and correct the claims, he refused and said, "It doesn't matter, it would all cost the same anyway" (NOT TRUE, I would have paid significantly less had he correctly filed my claims). On my first visit, I was also told that I would have to pay a "one-time fee" of $250 -- I was subsequently charged 3x that amount. Dr. Bar is ingenious, rude, and greedy. Seriously, save yourself the stress and find another dentist. read more

Great experience. the wait time was minimum. Dr. Smith explained action plan in a detailed manner. Would recommend 100 times over

Been to Dr. Tyler twice now. Great dentist!! Staff is very friendly!! Glad I made the switch!!

Dr. Bar, Dr. Smith, and all of the people who work here provide excellent service and care in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Best cleanings I have ever had, both thorough and gentle. If you are on the UES look no further! read more

Great dentist! Easy to get in and books. No wait time, staff is super friendly, honest and knowledge about what my current dental needs are. I hate going to the dentist but Dr. Bar's staff are really nice and will talked to you to help you feel comfortable. They care about you and get to know you; even on the first visit I found that I have some things in common with the staff! I won't be so terrified coming back. (I really hate going to the dentist!) read more

Went for the Invisalign consultation and staff is nice and doctor is very handsome. I am think about have the treatment here.

I actually found this office via Google Maps, as I just moved the the area & needed a dentist. I got a very quick & 1st time appointment with Dr. Bar. The staff was more than friendly both on the phone & in person. All of the staff was great, helpful, & reliable. I only needed a teeth cleaning, at the service was excellent. I will absolutely be going back there every 6 months for my cleanings. I can't say enough about how polite, professional, & friendly the staff was. read more

The staff here are incredibly friendly and nice. I really appreciate that they are open on Fridays as I travel for work often. They did a great job cleaning my teeth. Dr. Bar did a great job talking through the cleaning, the state of my teeth, things to look out for, etc. Overall, a great experience! read more

I've been a going to this dental office for the past 6 years and have enjoyed it's "suburban feel" and the "old school" charm of the prior dentist (Dr. Ort). Dr. Bar took over the practice about a year ago, and seems to have only improved upon the prior practice: sprucing up the decor, friendlier staff, modernized processes, and exceptionally gentle and thorough cleanings. I've been lucky enough as not to have any dental work needed, so cannot speak to Dr. Bar's other services. However, if you're looking for a dentist with a steady hand, pleasant demeanor, and a charming office make the journey down to York avenue! read more

Dr. Bar and Dr. Smith are great! They are very thorough in all aspects. I was a patient of Dr. Ort the previous owner and am so glad he chose such amazing dentists to replace his lovely practice in the Upper East Side. They also did an amazing job and remodeling the space. Dr. Bar is very gentle and caring. He has a great way of making his patients feel comfortable. On my last visit I needed a filing and Dr. Smith was so gentle I barely felt anything. Dr. Smith also followed up the next day to make sure everything was OK. Honestly I highly recommend this practice and both Dr. Bar and Dr. Smith - what a wonderful experience! read more

I appreciate the relaxed and pleasant atmosphere of the office. All my visits have been a big success.

Dr. Bar has been my dentist for over 5 years now. All of my experiences with his office have been exceptional. He is very gentle caring and knowledgeable and has great bed side manners. His front desk staff checked a day in advance my dental insurance that keeps changing almost every year. So I didn't have to wait at all upon arrival and went straight into the exam room. I recommend Dr. Bar any day of the year to anyone in search for a new dentist in the Upper East Side. Thank you Dr. Bar and staff for making me feel at home every time I come to see you. read more

Last year, after ten years, I left my dentist who is part of a big group practice in search of a smaller office. Dr Bar is incredible. He takes the time to fully explain things clearly and calmly, walking through treatment option and x rays. His office staff works seamlessly like a family. My teeth have never felt cleaner or better cared for. I would recommend him to anyone looking for the TLC that often lacks from larger institutions. read more

I had a wonderful experience at Bar and Smith Dental. As a medical professional myself, I can attest to Dr. Bar and Dr. Smith's genuine attention to detail and care for their patients. They are constantly telling me about new advancements in dentistry and how they have a constant desire to improve care. They both have a true passion for what they do and that speaks volumes. They attend conferences and lectures of other dentists to see what they can add to their practice. In addition, the office staff is super friendly and it feels like seeing old friends every time I walk in. From the moment I walked in the door the staff was very inviting and took the time to even call my insurance for me to figure out which dental plan I had. In no time--this past visit, Dr. Bar greeted me and his other patients. He explained the plan to me and the hygienist and ensured everything was covered by my insurance. Shortly after, I was in the back getting my teeth cleaned and also had x-rays. Everyone seemed very knowledgeable and astute to concerns I had of bleeding and inflamed gums. Dr. Bar was excellent and explained to me the ways in which I could improve my oral care. He also recommended Invisalign retainers that are covered by my insurance to keep my teeth in place since I've had braces and even gave me some whitening gel as well. I was worried about getting that pasty mold in my mouth to make the retainer and was amazed that they used this high-tech scanner to scan my entire mouth to form a 3D image. That was too cool!! Glad I didn't have to gag over that. Lol. I thought I was just going for a regular cleaning but they exceeded my expectations. After my experiences, I now look forward to going to the dentist and trust they will do the best job. Now I'm recommending them both to all my coworkers and friends!! read more

I had a great experience I was very nervous at first but Dr.Bar and his team made me feel very comfortable. I would recommend him to anyone

Nasty front desk!! Asked a few questions to see if my insurance was accepted. Waited 2 days for a call back, I had to follow up and call again. I felt like I was a burden. Never met the Dentists but the front is a nightmare... Be ready to get an attitude if you have lots of questions. Just moved here from Cali not a good sign. read more