I wanted to try out a smaller dentist in the area instead of going to the big chains but I had a really weird, patronizing and frustrating experience with the front desk. read more

Went to Lenox Hill Dental (Dr Allison Sherman) because my previous dentist didn't take my new dental insurance. It was a terrible experience. First, the dental hygienist did a terrible job - didn't even reach my back teeth. She also started telling me that she saw several cavities and fillings that needed to be replaced. Second, the dentist looked very briefly in my mouth, then echoed what the hygienist said (she even said she agreed with the hygienist's assessment). She barely looked around my mouth and didn't check any of my teeth/gums in detail. After seeing the previous 2-3 people leave before me all claiming they were told they had cavities I got suspicious. A few weeks later I went back to my previous dentist to get a second opinion and guess what - no cavities and all my fillings were good! Don't go here!! read more

Lenox Hill Dental is absolutely the best dental experience I have ever had. Everyone is super attentive and warm. Dr Starik is magical! Stop going to your current dentist and make an immediate appointment to give Dr Starik and the staff a visit. You will not regret it. read more

I did not have the best experience at this office. The cleaning was rough and left my mouth in pain for days, which has never happened to me before. I scheduled an appointment to to have four fillings done and unfortunately that was also an extremely painful experience. Dr. Starik was unable to numb my bottom jaw properly the first time and had to try a second time (which was extremely painful). Unfortunately, even after she effectively numbed my mouth and completed my fillings, I could not bite down on my teeth for approximately a month without extreme pain. After this experience I did not want to return, but I eventually went back in to see what the problem was with my fillings. Dr. Starik tried to identify and fix the issue with the filling, but to no avail. I still had pain after the second appointment and could not chew properly. Dr. Starik suggested that I give it a month to feel better. I went back to Dr. Starik approximately a month later and she had to pull out my filling and re-do it because it was not done properly the first two times. The good news is that after the third visit, I can finally chew. Everyone at this office is very pleasant and I very much appreciate that, but after so many issues with my fillings I wouldn't recommend it. read more

I had porcelain caps placed on three of my teeth. They bled and were painful for weeks after the procedure. I went to my trusted dentist out on Long Island. 2/3 teeth needed root canals due to improper sealing (cracks are left behind) and she did not remove all the decay in the teeth. The third might need a root canal as well. read more

I have been coming to the clinic for my dental treatments for over 4 years. I am very happy with the results, The staff is always helpful and professional. I highly recommend Dr. Starik for her dental services. read more

Dr. Heller is truly the most patient, kind and honest dentist I've ever seen. He has cared for me and my family for years and single-handily taught my kids to not fear the world of dentistry (no small feat). He is thorough and his office is organized and clean. Even if you don't live uptown, he is more than worth the commute....you will come to trust and rely on his good care....without hassles or upsell. read more

I met both Dr.Starik and Dr.Ares and they are both great. They take time to explain everything they do before they do it and are just pleasant all around. I have very sensitive teeth and hate pain, but when I go there they have patience and give me all the time and Novocain I need to feel comfortable. Although a couple of times I had a bit of a wait, the majority of the times I am seen right away. The office is clearly run in a very efficient way. read more

I've tried a few different dentists around the city and so happy I finally found Dr. Starik - it helps the office is only a few blocks from me but even if I move in the future I hope to stay with her. It's been especially hard to find an office that takes some insurances but also provides top notch care so I feel very lucky I finally found this one. Dr. Starik is very nice and takes her time to explain everything. I don't fear the pain and drilling and whatnot most patients do, it's more the technicality and what treatments they recommend and if it's for the right reasons. She did not rush me through and was even hesitated to take another x-ray if my insurance wouldn't cover it since another dentist already did and billed as she didn't want me to have to pay out of pocket. She's incredibly precise in her procedures - for example, she wouldn't let me leave until she and I were completely satisfied with my bite after two large fillings. In addition, in terms of a crown impression she took 3 in case there was a problem with the initial one. I have a lot going on in my mouth (granted, probably my bad) and she's an excellent primary physician to have and correspond with other specialists. Her front desk is very sweet. So far, I've always been taken on time. read more

Growing up in an immigrant family, I was not educated about good dental care and was never brought to the dentist when I was young. As a result, my teeth as an adult are quite bad but now that I have good health insurance I went to Dr. Starik based on her Yelp reviews. Dr. Starik and her staff are excellent and very supportive. They did not make me feel ashamed of the work I needed to get done but instead made me feel comfortable and were great at educating me about my options. My appointment always started on time or even early if I was there early, and I loved the Dr. Starik talked me through what to expect so I wasn't fearful. Now my mouth is healthy for the first time in decades, and I was given great and detailed information about keeping it healthy for the future. I also grateful for Dr. Starik and this practice! read more

I've been going to Lenox Hill Dental for at least three years! I'm so happy to have found them in the city. I normally put off dentist cleanings and wasn't going normally until I found Dr. Starik and her staff! They are absolutely amazing! The cleanings and fillings are always done with the gentlest touch. I did not need any fillings during this visit, but have gotten several in the past. If I need more numbing or feel pain they always stop to address the issue. I've never had any issues with any of my fillings or with tooth pain after visiting. They always address my concerns and give fantastic tips to help me keep my teeth healthy. This is really important to me who has never had great teeth. All of the staff I've met have always been accommodating and pleasant to deal with! The hours available are also great for someone who is always busy. I usually come in on time and get seen right away. Overall, a fantastic dentist and I hope to be a patient for a very long time. read more

This is absolutely the best dental practice I've had in NYC. The staff is relaxed, knowledgeable and friendly. The facility is clean, well maintained, and modern. I've never had any issues with scheduling, and they have automated services to remind you of your appointments through text message. Dr. Starik also took care of my cavities, which was a fast, relatively simple procedure. The staff is very capable of dealing with insurance and, regardless have a really affordable rate if you don't have insurance ($125 a cleaning, they've told me). I have tried several dentists since visiting the city, but I now have no need to find a new one. This is my favorite. They make going to the dentist a pleasure. read more

By far the most caring and intelligent dentist I have ever had. Well worth the trip anytime and they work with my hectic work schedule and that's a HUGE PLUS! read more

Great staff and great service. Dr Starik is the best!

Dr. H is pretty awesome. I needed a lot of work done and he helped me work with my insurance maximums, and get everything accomplished. It's a small practice, and it makes you feel loved every time. Dr. H never guilts you, like my former dentist did, and I never dread going there. Its really far out of my way, but I still think he's the best, so I am happy to make the trek. read more

Dr. Starik is truly a gem. She is very bright, honest, patient, and professional. She truly cares for her patients and gives her undivided attention. I have had my share of dentists, and am NOT a fan, however with Dr. Starik I am calm and trust her. She goes above and beyond making sure her patients are comfortable and satisfied. Her office is VERY clean, stylish, and I LOVE her chandelier. She does not double book or run late. She is all around on point! Def. recommend her!!!! read more

Irina Starik is a great dentist. I've been going to see her for over 7 years and even after i moved out of the neighborhood i still go out of my way to see her. Kate was my recent dental hygienist and was the best dental hygienist i have ever encountered! The experience was comfortable and painless. Staff is friendly and welcoming :) read more

I adore Dr. Heller and have been going to him for about 10 years. I think he's one of the best dentists in NYC. Note: Dr. Heller cleans all his patients' teeth himself, which is unusual (and wonderful). I asked him why, and he said it's because it helps him to know his patients' dental status better. I think this is great because it shows he's really devoted to his patients' health. He's extremely fastidious, skilled, and PAINLESS. I had a severe phobia of dentists, but Dr. Heller's warm and lovely personality and incredible skills have cured me of that phobia. He has done root canals, crowns, periodontal scrapings, and all sorts of intense procedures for me--but I was never frightened, and I was never in pain. I actually look forward to seeing him twice a year! It's a small office, and they treat you like family (his wife handles all the paperwork and reception). They are trustworthy, kind, and efficient (I've never had to wait for an appointment). Dr. Heller is the best, and I highly recommend him to everyone I know. read more

Had a fantastic experience at Dr. Starik's office yesterday (never thought I'd say that about a dental visit). Her professionalism and skill was excellent. In and out of the office quickly and painlessly. Very smooth filling with no issues. Thanks Again! Greg read more

Dr. Starik is very professional and caring. Her front desk is always great pleasure to interact and no waiting time.

Great experience with Dr. Starik. She has a great bedside manner and explained everything very clearly.

Dr . Starik is by all means is the best dentist in upper east side. I had an outstanding experience with her, recommend her to everybody.

Could not possibly recommend Dr. Starik highly enough - professional, super-competent, pleasant, understanding, great office staff.

I can't even believe how amazing this team is! I went in as a new patient not knowing what to expect and got blown away with the level of care that I was treated with. I finally found a dentist that I trust and am not scared of! Haha read more

Dr. Starik is a greedy incompetent dentist. She overcharged for a root canal/crown. It cost me over $3k. What is even worse is the crown was not done correctly (with a gap between the crowned tooth and the next tooth) and the dentist refuses to fix the issue unless you pay her thousands of more dollar!! It is a tragedy that my old dentist George Heller has retired! read more

From the second I walked into Dr. Starik beautiful office I immediately felt comfortable. I had some anxiety, but Dr. Starik immediately made me feel at ease.. I have already recommended her to all of my friends and family, and will be bringing my children to see her later this month! She was friendly, knowledgeable, and above all professional. read more

I have previously had horrible dentist experiences in the city, ones that have caused me a lot of pain and heightened my distrust in all dentists. A friend of mine recommended Dr. Starik, and I couldn't be more thankful. First of all, she took the time to really understand my situation and resolve the issues that none of the previous dentists had been able to figure out. Also - the fillings that she did were tricky and previously caused me a lot of pain from my previous experiences. After Dr. Starik, I had no issues. I will definitely be returning and couldn't recommend her enough. read more

Dr. Heller is a great dentist. I appreciated that he took the time to chat and get to know me before even doing my first cleaning at my very first appointment. It can be nerve-wracking going to a new dentist, especially since I already had some dentist anxiety going in, but Dr. Heller has done such a great job with my teeth and has put me completely at ease in the process. The office is so friendly and welcoming and I am very happy to have found them! read more

To be honest, this has not been one of my best dental experiences. After more than 5 visits (spanning over 2 months) and considerable out-of-pocket expense, I still have tooth pain and now need to see a second dentist. To be clear, I had 2 large fillings that required further work (a crown and possible root canal), but after being told repeatedly that I was in-network by the office staff, the out-of-network charges that I incurred from the multiple treatments (fillings, multiple x-rays, a crown) maxed out my annual out-of-network deductible and continued to rise. I did not find the doctor or the staff upfront beforehand about the cost of the work that I was getting, and I was not told any dollar amount even closely resembling my final bill before the work was performed. I would highly recommend checking with your insurance directly and requesting prices upfront before work is done if you are seeing Dr. Starik and require work beyond basic checkups and x-rays. Update (4/28/15) To clarify, my particular insurance (Cigna PPO) has various levels of coverage, and not all in-network providers have the same level of benifit and prices. While there was confusion in my case between Cigna and the office on whether Dr. Starik was in or out of network, I would still highly recommend being fully aware of your coverage and costs before having any larger procedures. I would certainly have benefited from being more aware of my own coverage, costs, and options before having work done. read more

Dr Heller is an AMAZING dentist. I have been going to him for 6 years and I actually look forward to my visits. The office is in an excellent location, condition and staff is the nicest I have ever seen in a medical/dental office. They even call me on my birthday to wish!!! Now that is some service. For great honest and best dental care, I highly recommend Dr. Heller. You won't regret. read more

I was a patient of Dr. Heller (let's not forget Marian) for 20 years. Never thought he'd retire, but I can honestly say that the practice has not missed a beat. Dr. Starik (and Lisa - so nice!) and the whole team are A+ in my opinion. Just had a cracked front tooth crown replaced and the whole procedure from A to Z was seamless. Most important is it looks great. In conclusion, if you're looking for a great dentistry team, look no further!!! read more

Dr. Irina Starik's dental work is terrible. It does NOT last. I have had extensive work done with her and regret it. She has NO personality. Her receptionist is rude, has an attitude etc. I do NOT recommend this dentist for any type of dental work ever. read more