I was referred to Dr. Joseph Hung through my dentist Dr. Padukone! Both are the kindest human beings I've met in the dentistry game. When I decided to make a change about my appearance, it involved a lot of anxiety on top of negative feedback from other doctors. I didn't like the alternative, quick solutions some dentists were giving me. So I chose to go a path that wasn't quick or easy. I have had so many friends in their 30s make the choice to get Invisalign after they saw my results. I recommend doing your research and listening to your gut, despite what anyone tells you (including me). Research includes pricing and education about what it is that you'll be getting done. This is an investment, and yes, it comes with a ton of anxiety that many might not exactly understand. It's been years since I've seen Dr. Hung, I wanted to leave this review for anyone who is in or has been in my position as someone who had a tough time affording Invisalign. This is about you! You deserve to do this for yourself. I was missing a tooth that crowded my teeth that is a genetic trait in my family. Insurance wouldn't cover my treatment, and some doctors even said that my treatment wouldn't be possible because it requires such a great shift. Dr. Hung did an amazing job. He is worth every penny I paid, and I always felt the view from his office on 5th Avenue gave me a sense of pride for the journey I've been on. He is incredibly approachable, and as I've read the other reviews on here that weren't very kind or even one with negative feedback about being unhappy with an outcome around "shaved" teeth- I do respectfully encourage you to just contact him and set up an appointment for a consultation. He took great care of me! As an actor, I wouldn't recommend him more for anyone who has to be in front of a camera. My teeth look great, they feel great. As a business owner now, I'd say that he runs an office that goes above and beyond to make sure that you feel heard. Dr. Hung graciously gave me my replacement trays when I lost my final tray. After my treatment with Dr. Hung, I had to wait a few more years to afford a Periodontist to do my actual implant. I had a Maryland Bridge and then I used a temporary flipper. I just got my stitches out for my implant finally. This has been a 6-7 year journey to complete for me because of affordability but I just wanted to tell you thank you Dr. Hung. I am so glad I did this for myself. I couldn't recommend him enough to anyone else. read more

I am a middle-school retainer-wearing dropout. Something about finishing your years of pain wearing braces, being able to take them off and be proud of what you and modern dentistry have accomplished, and then shoving an uncomfortable plastic and wire contraption in your mouth that makes you drool more than a rabid dog just makes the process simply too difficult to maintain. And then there you are, sitting in the dentist's chair getting tsktsked at for not having the discipline to make your mother's investment in your pearly whites pay off. So I resolved, ten years later, to finish the deal and commit to a happy smile for good! Dr. Hung is a specialist in Invisaligns. He took care of my cousin and came highly recommended. His office is super convenient to any Midtowner to visit during lunch and the process was remarkably easy. Dr. Hung always greets you with a smile, is really thorough with any questions, and encourages you when you're keeping up the good work! (or threatening you with braces if you don't...) Tell him I sent you. ;) read more

It has been a nice experience to be treated by Dr. Hung. He explained everything for me when treatment progressed. I am feeling perfect now and there was no single pain or discomfort in this process. Special thanks to Dr. Hung and everyone who helped me. read more

I regard my invisalign treatment as a big mistake, and one I have to contend with daily. Simply put, I don't like my smile. And so I don't smile, and people wonder why I don't, and it affects me personally quite a bit. Dr. Hung has a pleasant demeanor but he doesn't listen very well. I communicated my dissatisfaction several times, pretty much every time I visited. But he's a bit impervious to feedback and just hears what he wants, or tells you everything is ok. When actually, if you aren't happy with how it looks, it isn't, even if it's technically correct. Someone told me that there is an artistry to orthodontics, and I believe that. He said it's like interior design. One person can do the windows and it won't look so great, and another person can do it and it just works. I would agree with that. read more

Just wrapped up my Invisalign treatment with Dr. Hung and my teeth look great! I definitely recommend him for your treatment if you're considering Invisalign. He's high energy and super positive - I'm actually disappointed that I won't be making any more monthly visits. He makes the movements conservative so the discomfort from tray to tray is minimal and the option to pay over time makes it all manageable from a financial perspective. Support staff is super friendly and their tech is top notch. Check them out! read more

I hesitated when giving the star rating. I had a invasilign there five years ago. And still, something's bugs me. I am not happy. I had dents on my two right teeth near the root area because of the invasilign was too tight, and a crack because I was trying to bite ice cream with my invasilign on,then after year and half was told I had to wear the retainer for the rest of my life otherwise they will shift back to how they looked before. But, why don't you told me that before? Doctor? And make sure my invasilign wasn't too tight? Dr. Hung seems polite, always wears smile. But he is very busy.I wish he had more time for his clients. So I won't be unhappy even after so many years. :( read more

I was thinking about writing a review sooner but haven't got the chance. I haven't had long term treatment from Dr Hung but here's what I can say. I got my bottom retainer from Dr Hung. From my experience, he is an extremely trustworthy orthodontist. Not the kind of orthodontist you would find to be uncomfortable with. I didn't have a great treatment from an old orthodontist so I came to Dr Hung instead (recommended by my friend's parents). Him and his assistants actually look at my teeth, which I'm thankful for. I was being treated with braces from my old orthodontist and I took them off. I was recommended to wait for a day for it to recover. It was Monday when I took it off. And I already made a deal to see them on Wednesday but then I was asked to be seen on Tuesday instead. So much sooner, since I just got my braces off and my teeth could be at risk of shifting back. I loved how proactive they were rather than just shutting me out because they didn't have time. I have had bad experiences with orthodontists whereas they didn't care much for the patient, and I was never disappointed coming here to Dr Hung and his staffs. Also, the office is so beautiful and the staffs were all a team. They were very friendly and professional. No long waiting times either. Very caring to the patient. He's not those type of doctors who just care about the money. He does care about what he is doing. I remember after leaving his office, I put a smile on my face. Didn't regret coming here at all. I loved it! If you actually want to be listened to, definitely come here. read more

I just completed my treatment with Dr.Hung and I cannot be more pleased about my results. My main concern was crooked front teeth, which Dr.Hung perfectly solved. My Invisalign process took 14 months which was exactly what I was told. I consulted with more than 5 orthodontist before I visited Dr.Hung, but non of them convinced me to go for braces. When I walked into Dr.Hung's office I didn't expect too much but after consulting with him three times, I realized that I finally found the right person. In each visit, I made a list of my concerns which I researched from internet and asked those to Dr.Hung. He was very considerate and walked me through by explaining points by points. I could feel that he really cared about me and I was under a good hand which made me trust him. One of the things that I appreciate about Dr.Hung is that he is always honest and gives me the realistic point of view which I think better than blindly being positive. Before I started the treatment, I asked him how likely will I get a black triangle, he said it seems I may have one between my bottom teeth because that part was so crooked. I admit that is something I have to bear in mind. Now I am done with my treatment, I hardly notice it because I already knew I may have one, and actually it is so tiny and does not look bad at all. Anyways I liked there is nothing to be surprised at the end. During the treatment, all I had to do is followed Dr.Hung's excellent lead. He took over all the hard works and made everything so easy for me. Also during the process, I regularly visited my dentist for general checkups, and he said not only my overall dental hygiene is much better(of course, I brushed so often!) but also Dr.Hung was doing a fantastic job. I felt proud and sincerely agreed. I feel very fortunate that I met Dr.Hung and I whole-heartedly recommend him to anyone would consider having Invisalign. read more

I was referred to Dr. Hung by my wife after he made her a new retainer. Not only were my teeth WAY crooked (never had braces as a kid) but I was also having orthognathic surgery (i.e. major jaw surgery) that would require braces both before and after. Needless to say, I saw Dr. Hung alot and got pretty much every orthodontic device invented for teeth in my mouth at one point or another during my journey with him. This included Invisalign twice (before and after surgery), clear braces, thin metal wires, thick metal wires, really thick metal wires with huge metal hooks, and tons of rubber bands. My jaw was wired completely shut for 2 months after the surgery. In any case, Dr. Hung shepherded me through it all. He is an academic and does a great job of explaining EXACTLY what he is trying to do...he is an artist (as opposed to a mechanic). To be clear, I'd wager that Joseph Hung knows more about Invisalign, it's limitations as well as its possibilities than anyone. The office itself is spic and span, run very efficiently, and he recently expanded his practice. The front desk staff has changed a bit through the 2-3 years that I have known them but no matter who it is, they are always on point and flexible. You will get email and phone reminders of all of your appointments and they always greeted me by name. Since the office is in Rockefeller Center you have to go through security to get upstairs which was never an issue. Because of the location, most of the patients seem to be older than a typical orthodontic practice, i.e. working professionals. Only advice with regards to Invisalign is to 1) take Advil during the first week to take the edge off as your body gets used to them, and 2) don't try to go too fast. I pushed Dr. Hung to accelerate my treatment and ended up with a devitalized tooth, which is a known risk with any sort of orthodontia (especially in an older patient like me). If you search around, you'll prob be able to find cheaper orthodontists to go to, especially if you factor in the separate cost of the retainer that you go home with at the end. But, that being said, Dr. Hung is an artist and I have referred family and friends to him and will continue to do so. If you want the best then don't hesitate! read more

I never imagined saying this, but orthodonture was an absolute pleasure. Dr. Hung and his team are at the very top of their field and made the entire process easy, convenient and, ultimately, totally rewarding. Dr. Hung is passionate about what he does and getting great results, but also realistic and transparent about the expected outcome. I can't imagine an orthodontist more skilled in the art of Invisalign -- and it truly is an art -- or more generous with his time and knowledge. I am BEYOND thrilled with my new smile. And I wish there were more than 5 stars to express my gratitude to Dr. Hung and glowing, run-don't-walk recommendation of Rock Center Orthodontics! read more

I completed my Invisalign treatment with dr hung. The experience was bittersweet, my teeth are way better now than before. I am very disappointed with the amount I was charged and did get retainers in the end. Before the treatment I believe I was told after treatment I would get a set of retainers, but in the end I was told to wear my last set of trays. They were going to charge me for retainers after paying almost TWICE the above market price. My last trays were pretty worn, and I ended getting retainers through my general dentist for way less than what they were going to charge me. I feel you can get the same results elsewhere for less and more service for your money read more

Dr. Joseph Hung, failed to tell me the serious risk of "root resorption" before I began Invisalign treatment, and now I have to live with the very unfortunate consequences for the rest of my life. Due to my Invisalign treatment with Dr. Hung I now have significantly shorter, thinner roots which has compromised the stability of my four lower incisors (they are loose now (but I was told by a periodontist that they won't fall out but are still noticeably compromised). This periodontist told me that he sees this "all the time" -- especially with women in their 30s who have had Invisalign treatment and come to him with worries about loose teeth and short roots. Please take heed... If I could go back I would leave my teeth as they were before, a little crooked but strong and stable! Also, the gaps that Dr. Hung creates by "shaving" between your teeth to create space for the teeth to move has caused my teeth to stain now (unattractive brown stains. Dr. Hung opts to shave your teeth instead of pulling a tooth. However, my dentist told me that removing a tooth probably would have been better to do... the cracks between several of my teeth no longer have protective enamel due to the shaving and results in staining. In addition, Dr. Hung made some of the gaps too big so that my teeth don't touch together. Now every time I eat, food gets trapped in these spaces that were not there before I had Invisalign. After 3+ years of Invisalign, I still have a really bad bite (my teeth don't touch down evenly on my left side). Dr. Hung was focused on fixing my overbite but completely ignored my overall bite and my molars, I have two that are still very slanted forward. I was told by my dentist that I would need braces again to correct my bite but I am afraid of further compromising my teeth, roots and bone. Don't be fooled by the enthusiasm and passion of Dr. Hung. He did not listen well enough to my concerns and skirted around answering my questions. And he won't acknowledge if he's made any mistakes, which he has made plenty with my treatment. I was told by Dr. Hung that my treatment plan would be for approximately 14 -16 months. Instead it lasted a painstakingly 39 months. Very misleading... when after 2 1/2 years I expressed to Dr. Hung that it's been trying to have to be a slave to wearing the retainers for 22 hours each day (it's very disruptive to a natural diet, and eating foods throughout the day in a free manner). Dr. Hung's response was, "I could go on forever." I know he is passionate about his work but he really wasn't empathetic to me as a patient. Now I have to live with the mistakes. If I could do it all over again I would go with the metal bracket braces (which I had as a child) and with a different orthodontist. Please thoroughly do your research and carefully weigh the risks against the benefits before you consider getting Invisalign and consider other orthodontists. read more

I never write reviews but I have to in this instance. For a Harvard educated doctor, and a tier 1 invisilign provider, this just goes to show you that you need to know the right people to get anywhere in life. This guy is an actor in a dentist jacket, thats it. He does not know what he is doing and puts on a big show for your visit so he can explain how your face isnt symmetrical and so your teeth wont be either. Really? Dr Hung was not able to do anything for me except open up google and show me pictures and tell me that my teeth arent that great anyway. Go to a regular orthodontist that had to work hard to go to a regular university because they will listen to you and help you. read more

I normally don't write reviews, or participate with survey's, but I felt compelled to share my amazing experiences with everyone here since somehow Dr. hung is getting few strangely bad reviews on here. I was recommended to this office by one of my closest friends who was also doing her invisalign braces here. I just started my treatment less than 4 months ago, and I already can see the huge difference on my upper teeth, I was very surprised and extremely happy to see the result came out that. quick. Yes, Dr. Hung likes to google the images of other similar cases to show and explain to you what happened to your teeth which i actually found it great because it is easier for me to understand my situation better instead of using all those fancy dentistry vocabulary to confuse me. Dr. Hung is very professional and knowledgeable and he is def one of the top orthodontists you can go for. The office is very clean, the staff are very friendly and helpful. Anyway, I just can't wait to see my new smile!! read more

Called in today to request an appointment and was so turned off by the abrupt, curt, nasty and impatient Michelle in his office I decided to take my business elsewhere. Dr. Hung, if that's your first impression youd like to give to a potential patient, its a terrible reflection. Good luck. read more

Dr. Hung, AKA Dr. Joe, is an incredibly talented and smart doctor, and he is officially my family's orthodontist. About 10 years ago, I was a patient of Dr. Hung's. I had braces when I was a teenager, but I only wore my retainer for a couple of years as was recommended back then. I never wore it again after I didn't have to. Over the decades, my front teeth started protruding again, and my bottom teeth were crooked and overlapping causing food to be trapped in my teeth. A co-worker recommended Dr. Hung to me. My overall experience with Dr. Hung was EXCELLENT. It was nothing like my experience with my old orthodontist as a teen. I remember as a teen, I just dreaded going to the orthodontist. I sat in one of the many chairs that were separated by these low dividers. My doctor back then would come say something funny, look at my gaping mouth and tell his assistant to tighten up my teeth, maybe cut a metal wire, and then wander over to the next chair and say something similar to what he had just said to me. I would be in pain for the next few days. My old doctor's assistant would essentially do most of the work. And that was my interaction with my old orthodontist as a teen. With Dr. Hung, my experience was the complete opposite. I had my own room, and Dr. Hung literally did everything and educated me at every appointment about what he was doing and how my progress was. He also got to know me as a person, and I got to know him as well. He loves dogs and is a really caring, generous, human being. The first appointment was about an hour and a half long or more. I thought it was going to be about an hour. However, I had so many questions and was so interested in Invisalign and how it worked, he took the time to explain everything to me. I later spoke with either Jacqueline or Michelle about pricing, insurance, FSA, and payment plans. Dr. Hung and his staff were so incredibly thorough and patient with all my questions. After the first appointment, the amount of time for each visit was shorter, varying from 15 minutes to 40 minutes depending upon what I had to have done for that phase of treatment. My visits were about once every 8 to 10 weeks which fit into my schedule perfectly. I worked at 49th and Park so it was so convenient to go to his office during my lunch hour. My treatment was about 15 months in total, and then I went afterwards for occasional retainer checks and reorders. I was really thrilled with my teeth afterwards and still am. My oldest son and middle son are now also Dr Hung's patients. They call him Dr. Joe or the Good Doc. They both really like Dr. Joe. He's listened to me talk about my boys since they were little kids. In some ways when you see a doctor who is as caring and wonderful as Dr Hung over such a long period of time, a feeling of complete trust develops. I know my boys are in good hands. Dr. Hung can totally relate to the younger ones. He loves music and has such an appreciation for all kinds of music and sports. It made my kids really see him as a cool super smart doctor. My oldest son is almost at the end of his 4-year treatment. His teeth were a mess when he started. Teeth too big, small jaw, nowhere for teeth to grow in. My middle son had a more typical case...about 2 years long. Both were great patients in the beginning of their treatments...really compliant with the requirements. But as the months went on and their teeth started to look great, I saw that they started to slack. You can not fool Dr. Hung. He knows. He knows when a patient hasn't been compliant with wearing their aligners. Beware that not being compliant with wearing the Invisalign trays only prolongs one's treatment. I had to be more on top of my boys wearing their Invisalign trays. Luckily, Dr. Hung has a way with teens that helps them understand what is happening to their teeth if they don't wear their aligners and got them back on track. My boys will be completing their treatment about the same time which should be this summer. I'm going to miss going into the office to hang out with Dr. Hung and the RockCenter Ortho crew once it's over. We live in Long Island so the trek into the city during the school breaks was always a fun day for our family. I have another son coming up the orthodontic pipeline...so I know it will be just a "see you later." Regarding the price of the treatments - It was very reasonable and fair. I expected the pricing to be higher, especially for a Harvard-trained Rockefeller Center doctor. To my surprise, it wasn't at all. In fact, when I compare it to the price of other people I know who have had Invisalign, Dr. Hung's treatments are on the lower end. After FSA and insurance benefits, it was so very affordable. To Dr. Hung and his team - YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST!!! I recommend you to everyone I know who is interested. read more

Dr. Hung is awesome. I'm only halfway through invisalign and my teeth already look the best they have ever been in my life. The doctor is so professional and knowledgable, and on top of that has an approachable, easy going personality. I've never felt like I have been in such great hands in a dentist's chair as I do here (obviously he's an orthodontist, not a dentist, but you get the idea). When my invisalign aggravated an issue with my gums, he squeezed me in for an appointment right away, and called a periodontist on the floor over for a second opinion. I would recommend anyone and everyone planning orthodontic work to visit Dr. Hung. read more

I don't often write reviews on Yelp, but Dr. Hung has been so fantastic I felt I had to take the time to sing his praises. He is very patient and thorough, and has a great eye. I had been an in a bad situation with Invisalign when I went to him and he set things right for me. I am very grateful for his great work, his kind manner, and his generosity. Thanks, Dr. Hung! read more

I went to Dr. Hung for a look at my open bite, and the entire experience was excellent. Firstly, I called the office in the morning and amazingly had an appointment scheduled for the same day in the afternoon. Getting to the office is convenient (it's in midtown Manhattan), and the office is super sleek and clean. One of Dr. Hung's assistants took x-ray pictures of my jaw, and Dr. Hung immediately noticed my problem and asked me how I thought my smile was perceived. He took the time to listen to my concerns, then he talked about multiple treatment options. I especially liked that he discouraged me from undergoing jaw surgery for my problem, saying that the risks FAR outweigh the rewards (I could "expire" from anesthesia!), and that maybe I should consider getting a new retainer or tooth guard instead, among other options. Yep - I am definitely not undergoing surgery, thanks Dr. Hung! Afterwards, he gave me a few business cards for each of the mentioned treatment options. Overall, very informative and positive. read more

I have nothing but WONDERFUL things to say about Dr. Hung and his entire staff. They are courteous, professional, and great at what they do. Dr. Hung was recommended to me by a friend, and I had a fantastic experience working with him. I had invisalign for about a year, and am thrilled with the results. Would highly recommend him for invisalign! read more

Dr. Hung and his entire staff are simply the best. An enthusiastic communicator, Dr. Hung, explains everything you need to know in order to make the best decision for yourself. I find the less than positive reviews here highly puzzling, as they are very far from my, and my husband's experience. Sure, wearing plastic in your mouth for a few months may not be on high on your bucket list, but it's a highly effective way of correcting the alignment of your teeth while doing away with unsightly braces. I am thrilled with my results. I had an upper front tooth that was turning and protruding and it made me want to hide my smile. Now I smile all the way and wish the same for others. Maggie B. read more

I was shopping around for an orthodontist (yes, I'm a retainer-wearing dropout as well) and the second I walked into Dr. H's office I knew he was the real deal. He is clearly an expert in the field and also is incredibly friendly and endearing. His education and credentials are about as extensive as it gets, and his office is pristine. Great office staff, easy scheduling, and an abundance of appointment reminder calls/emails. I am just about done with my invisalign treatment and it's been pretty painless as far as convenience goes. My teeth are getting close to perfect and I really don't feel like I had to sacrifice much in order to get there. One thing to know about Dr. H (and I think this is a good thing) is that he is INTENSE about invisalign compliance. He makes it very clear at the beginning (in a very polite way) that if you aren't going to wear your invisalign for the required amount of time each day, then he doesn't want to waste your time and his by starting the treatment together. I think this is a huge plus, but if you're someone that isn't going to stick to the treatment, I would assume the relationship with him might get a little tense. He's a little more expensive than some of the other orthos I was looking at, but it's definitely worth the extra money to have someone that REALLY knows what they are doing working on your teeth. read more

Dr. Hung is the best Orthodontist I've seen. He fixed my teeth straight and decent even I was told it couldn't be done with Invisalign. Dr. Hung is super fun, patient, knowledgeable and always willing to communicate with his patients. Besides, his staffs are excellent as well. You can find his staffs are well educated about what they are doing. I really hate going some general dentists and the staff know nothing and the dentists have to guide them steps by steps. I am so glad and feel secured and relaxed knowing none of other staff will do any harm to me since I had bad dental visit experience! Lol I read some other reviews here and was surprised about other reviews about Dr. Hung. Seriously, I think those gave low ratings must have had some misunderstanding while communicating with Dr. Hung. Anyway, highly recommended if you are looking for a trustworthy, caring, and brilliant orthodontist in NYC. read more

I agree with these other posts unfortunately. I thought "Harvard trained", "Rockefeller located"- must be good, right? $5k later, I'm not satisfied with my teeth. I had metal braces as a teen and I let them slide all over the place by not wearing my retainers. . . well, okay, pay the price, I decided to get Invisalign (a gift from my mom). I'm finally done with the process and before it was "final" I had expressed to the Doc that 2 teeth specifically, on the right side of my mouth, still looked out of place. . . he danced around answering the question, which is REALLY unfortunate. I was surprised that I was already done with my trays because TO ME and others, my teeth were not completely straight. He tries to explain the technicality of it, but I'm not a goddamn doctor, I want it to look good, that's what I'm paying you for- a straight smile. I think I'm going to have to complain again to see what else they can do. 5 grand is a big amount and I kind of know deep down that I'll probably have to get more work done in the future because this dr. was lacking. I'm upset but I guess I'll just have to take the steps to fix it. You hope and expect more from a fifth ave. dr. I'll update if it gets better (let's wish upon a star that his solution won't be to do more 'buffering' and gnaw down my tooth more), and if I don't, then Warning: do a lot more research on the Dr. you plan on letting take your money. read more

I cannot understand some of the previous reviews. Dr. Hung and his staff, including Michelle, are just amazing. I had braces as a teenager and have had awful problems with my mouth as a adult. I had full periodontal work in my twenties. My mouth was unhealthy and unsightly.Finally, at age 62 I decided to do something about it. My periodontist put together a terrific team and my first venture was orthodontics. He recommended Dr. Hung. When I asked Dr. Hung if I was too old to make changes in my mouth he assured me that that would not be a problem. And he was right. I followed his instructions religiously and wore my retainers the recommended hours per day. The results were unreal. I have no more open gaps in my teeth. A turned tooth is now straight. I am still overwhelmed by the results. Everyone in his office is gentle and kind and receptive. If I needed to speak to Dr. Hung directly he either got on the phone or called me back.If I needed to see him the office made it happen. After I finished with him I went on to the other issues in my mouth and now I can smile and not be embarrassed and my mouth is helathy. I have even told Dr. Hung that he is welcome to have potential patients call me. My experience was totally top-notch and I would do it all over again with him. I'm just glad that I don't have to. Have no hesitation about him or his practice. I spent enough time with this that I know what I am talking about. read more