Top 10 Pediatric Dentists in NYC

Top 10 Pediatric Dentists in NYC

Compare New York-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed July 15, 2026Ranking recomputed July 1, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Koppelman Dental is the strongest overall starting point in New York if you want a dependable option for pediatric dentistry.
  • Expert Dental PC has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • TriBeCa Dental Associates | Greene is one of the clearest places to start if insurance fit matters before you book.
  • Canal Dental Group is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

95.9

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Pediatric Dentists Costs in NYC, (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Child dental exam$50 – $150
Child dental cleaning$80 – $200
Fluoride treatment$25 – $75
Dental sealants (per tooth)$30 – $60
Baby tooth extraction$100 – $250
Pulpotomy (baby root canal)$200 – $400
Space maintainer$200 – $500
Stainless steel crown$250 – $500

Price ranges reflect typical NYC, pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Jul 15, 2026

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Top Clinics in New York Proper

Only clinics physically located in New York appear in this primary ranking.

1

Koppelman Dental

5.0(1k)·5.3 km from New York Downtown
96Smyleee

2nd floor, 7, West 45th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Documented for pediatric dentistry in New York, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 18 procedures on file.

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<p>Koppelman Dental is a comprehensive dental practice located on the second floor at 7 West 45th Street in the Midtown West area of Manhattan, New York. The practice offers a broad range of general, cosmetic, restorative, and specialty dental services with an emphasis on current technology and a patient experience that goes beyond standard dental office protocols.</p><p>Preventive services include professional cleanings, dental x-rays, and comprehensive examinations. Hygiene appointments are designed with patient comfort in mind, with patients offered an eye mask during cleanings. Each appointment concludes with a dental care kit for the patient to take home, a detail that reflects the practice&rsquo;s overall attention to the patient experience throughout the visit.</p><p>Restorative and specialty services include dental implants, dental crowns, bridges, dental bonding, CAD/CAM same-visit restorations, and tooth decay treatment. Sedation dentistry is available for patients who experience significant anxiety around dental procedures. CAD/CAM technology enables crown fabrication at a streamlined pace, reducing the number of appointments needed for single-tooth restoration cases.</p><p>Cosmetic services include porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers for patients pursuing aesthetic improvements. Invisalign clear aligner treatment is available for orthodontic alignment correction. Emergency dentistry is offered for patients with urgent dental concerns that cannot wait for a regular scheduled appointment.</p><p>The practice is a multi-generational family operation, with both senior and junior clinicians working as a team. This combination provides patients with access to a broad range of clinical expertise within a single practice and supports a long institutional history with patient records maintained over many years. The West 45th Street location is in central Midtown, convenient to Grand Central Terminal, the Rockefeller Center station, and the 5th Avenue&ndash;53rd Street station. Patients can contact the practice through this page to schedule an appointment.</p><p>Patients interested in a specific service &mdash; whether cosmetic, implant, orthodontic, or emergency care &mdash; can contact the practice at the number listed on this page to discuss the procedure in advance, confirm current availability, and ask about what the first appointment will involve. The West 45th Street location is convenient for Midtown-based workers looking for a comprehensive dental practice that handles most procedures in-house without the need for multiple specialist referrals outside the practice.</p>

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsComprehensive Dental Care+14 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 96/1005.0★ · 1k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 1,024 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 96/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 96/100 · 5.0★ · 1k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documented18 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 2, 2026
2

Midtown Dental Group West

4.9(739)·4.7 km from New York Downtown
92Smyleee

Ground Floor, 241, West 37th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in New York, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 11 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Pediatric dental care accommodates children alongside adults.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+7 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 739 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 739 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 739 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website11 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 2, 2026
3

Manhattan Dental Spa

4.9(729)·4.5 km from New York Downtown
92Smyleee

Suite 2201, 200, Madison Avenue, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

New York clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 37 procedures.

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<p>Manhattan Dental Spa is a comprehensive dental practice located at Suite 2201, 200 Madison Avenue in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. The practice has been serving patients for over fifteen years and offers a full range of preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and specialty dental services in an environment designed to reduce the stress that dental visits commonly produce.</p><p>Preventive and general services include dental cleanings, dental x-rays, 3D imaging, and oral cancer screenings. Hygiene appointments include 3D scanning and are conducted by hygienists who explain their findings clearly during the appointment. The practice uses current imaging technology, with the 3D scan walk-through described by patients as one of the more informative parts of a first visit.</p><p>Restorative services are extensive: dental implants, dental crowns, bridges, fillings, bone grafting, extractions, root canal treatment, full mouth rehabilitation, dentures, and CAD/CAM same-visit restorations are all available in-house. Sedation dentistry and maxillofacial surgery are available for cases that require additional support or surgical management of more complex presentations.</p><p>Cosmetic services include porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, dental bonding, and smile makeovers. Invisalign clear aligner treatment is managed within the practice. Periodontics, gum disease treatment, periodontal care, and sleep apnea treatment using oral appliances round out the specialty offerings. The broad service range covers most dental needs without requiring referral to multiple outside providers.</p><p>The office has massage chairs and a spa-style atmosphere, which the practice uses actively to reduce patient anxiety. Patients who came in nervous have left satisfied after experiencing a genuinely different approach to the clinical environment. The 200 Madison Avenue address at 35th Street is convenient to Grand Central Terminal and the 33rd Street station, serving Murray Hill, Midtown East, Kips Bay, and surrounding neighborhoods. Contact information is on this page for new patient scheduling and insurance questions.</p><p>New patients can contact Manhattan Dental Spa using the information on this page to schedule an initial appointment, ask about a specific procedure, or inquire about the sedation and anxiety-management options available. Patients who have struggled to maintain regular dental care due to anxiety have found the structured, comfort-focused environment at this practice to be a meaningful difference from the standard Manhattan dental office experience.</p>

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBone GraftingBracesBruxism+33 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 729 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 729 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 729 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website37 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 8, 2026
4

TriBeCa Dental Associates | Greene

4.9(406)·4.9 km from New York Downtown
97Smyleee

335, Greene Avenue, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New York, New York

Closed · Opens Monday at 9 AM

Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in New York; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 20 services on profile.

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<p>TriBeCa Dental Associates | Greene is a full-service dental practice located at 335 Greene Avenue in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Despite the TriBeCa name, this location is in Bed-Stuy and serves the surrounding Brooklyn communities including Fort Greene, Crown Heights, Clinton Hill, and Prospect Heights.</p> <p>General and preventive care is a clear priority at this practice. Services include routine dental examinations, professional cleanings, dental X-rays, tooth decay treatment, and dental fillings. Hygienist Ivy is specifically mentioned by multiple patients for thorough, attentive work. The hygiene team takes a preventive-first approach, monitoring gum health and supporting patients in improving their home care routines between visits.</p> <p>On the restorative side, the office provides dental crowns, CAD/CAM same-day restorations, dental implants, extractions, gum disease treatment, and full mouth rehabilitation. The availability of CAD/CAM technology enables same-visit crown delivery without temporary restorations. Patients requiring complex multi-stage reconstruction have access to these options without leaving the Bed-Stuy area.</p> <p>The practice also offers orthodontic treatment including traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners, as well as teeth whitening, veneers, and sleep apnea treatment. Oral cancer screenings are included as part of comprehensive examinations. A dedicated pediatric dentistry service makes this a practical option for families in Brooklyn with both adult and children&rsquo;s dental needs.</p> <p>Holistic dentistry is listed among the practice&rsquo;s services, and the office incorporates thoughtful touches such as headphones available during treatment, which can reduce anxiety for patients sensitive to dental sounds. The team has been described as welcoming and communicative, explaining procedures in accessible terms.</p> <p>TriBeCa Dental Associates | Greene accepts insurance. The Greene Avenue location in Bed-Stuy is served by the A and C trains at the Franklin Avenue station and the G train at Bedford-Nostrand Avenues, making it accessible from across Brooklyn and Manhattan. Nearby neighborhoods including Williamsburg, Bushwick, and Park Slope can reach this practice with a short subway ride.</p> <p>The full service breadth available at this single location&mdash;from pediatric first visits through full mouth rehabilitation and CAD/CAM same-day crowns&mdash;makes it a convenient option for patients who prefer to consolidate their dental care. Use the contact information on this page to schedule an appointment at this Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn dental practice.</p>

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsDental Crowns+16 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 97/1004.9★ · 406 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 406 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 97/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 97/100 · 4.9★ · 406 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published20 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 9, 2026
5

Canal Dental Group

5.0(360)·784 m from New York Downtown
95Smyleee

floor 6, 196, Canal Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 10 AM

Profile in New York flags pediatric dentistry; lists Children / Pediatric Dentistry alongside 14 other documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Pediatric patients are also seen at this practice, making it an option for families who want to consolidate both adult and children&rsquo;s dental care in a single location.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Implants+11 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 95/1005.0★ · 360 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 360 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 5.0★ · 360 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documented15 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 3, 2026
6

Expert Dental PC

4.5(2.2k)·4.8 km from New York Downtown
89Smyleee

104, 110, East 40th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

New York practice known for pediatric dentistry, with Children / Pediatric Dentistry among 10 documented procedures.

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<p>Expert Dental PC is a multi-location NYC practice with offices in Midtown Manhattan (Grand Central area) and Tribeca (World Trade Center area), led by founder Dr. Yi-Ling Shiao with a 9+ dentist team covering general, specialty, and surgical dental work. The practice operates seven days a week with weekday evenings until 7 PM and same-day emergency appointments — meaning Manhattan patients whose work schedules don't fit standard 9-to-5 dental visits can still book without taking time off work.</p> <p>For comprehensive care, the team handles general and cosmetic dentistry alongside <strong>dental implants and mini implants, orthodontics including Invisalign, endodontic root canals, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry</strong>. Specialist disciplines include periodontal therapy, prosthodontics for full-mouth restorative cases, sedation dentistry for patients with anxiety or longer procedures, and laser dentistry where it offers a softer alternative to traditional drilling. Full mouth restoration handles complex multi-tooth reconstructive cases. Facial rejuvenation services — BOTOX and dermal fillers — are also offered alongside the dental work. The dentist roster includes Dr. Yi-Ling Shiao, Dr. Min Kwak, Dr. Luke Charms, Dr. Hang Gao, Dr. Jonathan Wu, Dr. Liya Ma, Dr. Lauren Choi, Dr. Bomi Cha, and Dr. Elizabeth Park, plus additional specialists.</p> <blockquote>If you work near Grand Central or the World Trade Center and want a multi-specialty practice open seven days a week with same-day emergency slots, this fits.</blockquote> <p>The clinic uses digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, 3D imaging, and CAD-CAM technology for custom restorations made in-office. Same-day emergency appointments give patients with sudden tooth pain a real option rather than a multi-day wait. Searches that bring patients here include multi-specialty dentist near Grand Central NYC, dental implants in Tribeca WTC, Invisalign clear aligners in Midtown Manhattan, sedation dentistry for anxious patients in NYC, emergency dentist with same-day appointments in Manhattan, and pediatric dentistry in central NYC. The clinic suits patients who value extended hours, a wide multi-specialty service mix, and the flexibility of two Manhattan locations.</p>

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Implants+6 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 89/1004.5★ · 2.2k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.5★ Google rating across 2,174 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 89/100 · 4.5★ · 2.2k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 2, 2026
7

Midtown Dental Group NoMad

4.9(490)·3.8 km from New York Downtown
92Smyleee

3rd floor, 1158, Broadway, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Documented for pediatric dentistry in New York, with children / pediatric dentistry on the service list and 7 procedures on file.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Pediatric dental care is offered for children alongside adult services, making the practice a practical family option for patients with children of varying ages who prefer to manage everyone&rsquo;s dental care at a single location.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental CleaningGeneral Dentistry+3 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 490 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 490 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 490 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 3, 2026
8

Happy Smile Pediatric Dentistry

4.9(324)·4.6 km from New York Downtown
92Smyleee

Penthouse A, 220, Madison Avenue, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in New York, with children / pediatric dentistry listed among 12 documented services.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

<p>Happy Smile Pediatric Dentistry is a children&rsquo;s dental practice located in the Penthouse suite at 220 Madison Avenue in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. Sealants are applied to the chewing surfaces of developing molars to reduce the risk of cavities in children who are identified as being at higher risk of decay. Families from Murray Hill, Midtown, and neighboring Manhattan areas can contact the practice through the information on this page to schedule a first pediatric dental visit or an orthodontic consultation for a child or teenager.</p>

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Cleaning+8 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 92/1004.9★ · 324 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 324 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 92/100 · 4.9★ · 324 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documented12 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 3, 2026
9

Sachar Dental NYC

5.0(411)·5.3 km from New York Downtown
90Smyleee

Rm 1301, 20, East 46th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

New York clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty — Children / Pediatric Dentistry is on file among 17 procedures.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Pediatric dentistry runs for children ages 2 and up.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBone GraftingBracesCosmetic Dentistry+13 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 90/1005.0★ · 411 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 411 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 5.0★ · 411 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documented17 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified May 3, 2026
10

Perfect Dental Care

4.4(731)·2.1 km from New York Downtown
88Smyleee

101, East 4th Street, Manhattan, New York, New York

Closed · Opens today at 9 AM

Pediatric Dentistry is the documented focus in New York; Children / Pediatric Dentistry sits within 12 services on profile.

More about children / pediatric dentistry at this clinic

Dr. Jacqueline Dikansky leads pediatric dentistry, Dr. Igor Tarlo (DDS, MD) handles oral surgery, and Dr. Dmitriy Volotsenko, Dr. Julia Nosov, and Dr. Sofiya Khazanovich cover general dentistry across the two locations. The clinic suits patients who value the convenience of two Manhattan locations and a multi-doctor team that includes specialty depth in pediatric and oral surgery work.</p>

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryBracesCosmetic DentistryDental Crowns+8 more
Offers Children / Pediatric DentistrySmyleee 88/100
Why this ranks
Best forChildren / Pediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Children / Pediatric Dentistry, 731 verified Google reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Children / Pediatric Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documented12 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 2, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every children / pediatric dentistry provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Children / Pediatric Dentistry
1Koppelman Dental965.0(1,024)
2Midtown Dental Group West924.9(739)
3Manhattan Dental Spa924.9(729)
4TriBeCa Dental Associates | Greene974.9(406)
5Canal Dental Group955.0(360)
6Expert Dental PC894.5(2,174)
7Midtown Dental Group NoMad924.9(490)
8Happy Smile Pediatric Dentistry924.9(324)
9Sachar Dental NYC905.0(411)
10Perfect Dental Care884.4(731)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

Other Top Children / Pediatric Dentistry Clinics in New York City

18 additional providers ranked below the Top 10 using the same algorithm. Updated monthly.

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#11SLim Dental KidsNew York90.74.9★361View →
#12Children’s Dental Hospital - Lower East SideNew York88.65.0★289View →
#13Dental Serenity of ManhattanNew York90.24.8★306View →
#14Chelsea Pediatric DentistryNew York86.34.9★216View →
#15209 NYC DentalNew York74.04.9★1852View →
#16Holistic DentistsNew York90.54.9★334View →
#17National DentalNew York84.24.2★402View →
#18Open Sesame DentistryNew York89.24.7★98View →
#19Urban Pediatric DentalNew York76.24.8★124View →
#20Battery Park Dental GroupNew York76.74.5★145View →
#21Dr. Michelle Chan DDSNew York85.25.0★29View →
#22Pediatric Dentistry of New YorkNew York80.25.0★22View →
#23iSmileKids Pediatric DentistryNew York77.05.0★12View →
#24Dental Specialty Associates, PCNew York68.23.2★305View →
#25Pediatric Dentists NYC PCNew York69.74.7★25View →
#26Lower East Side OrthodonticsNew York84.14.6★254View →
#27Tribeca Pediatric DentistryNew York60.34.0★7View →
#28Broadway Kids and SmilesNew York54.83.9★7View →

How to Choose a Dentist in New York City

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated July 15, 2026Independently reviewed

Paediatric dental specialists in New York City — ABPD board-certified Diplomates — practice in the highest concentration of credentialled paediatric dental specialists in the United States. NYU College of Dentistry's paediatric dentistry residency programme and Columbia University College of Dental Medicine's paediatric residency jointly produce the largest annual cohort of ABPD-track paediatric dentists in the country, and New York City's hospital dentistry infrastructure — NYU Langone Health, NewYork-Presbyterian, Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, and SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn — provides the operating room paediatric dentistry venue for the severe early childhood caries case requiring general anaesthesia, the medically complex special needs child, and the paediatric dental trauma case whose management requires hospital operating room access and a paediatric dental Diplomate's anaesthesia-capable scope. The concentration of medically complex paediatric patients in Manhattan's tertiary care hospital belt means that the New York City paediatric dental specialist community has a case complexity exposure that is unmatched in the United States.

Smyleee evaluated NYC paediatric dental specialists on ABPD board certification and residency training programme affiliation, hospital dentistry access at NYU Langone, NewYork-Presbyterian, Montefiore, or SUNY Downstate, New York Medicaid and Child Health Plus billing, multilingual team capability, special needs patient general anaesthesia management scope, and paediatric clinical outcome consistency across the full complexity range. These ten NYC practices are the paediatric dentists the data confirmed as delivering the most clinically capable and hospital-connected specialist paediatric dental care in the United States' highest-density specialist dental market.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In New York, a child dental exam typically costs $50 – $150, based on Smyleee's July 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A pulpotomy (baby root canal) in New York typically ranges $200 – $400 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A stainless steel crown in New York typically ranges $250 – $500 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A baby tooth extraction in New York typically ranges $100 – $250 (July 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks New York pediatric dentistry clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in July 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers pediatric dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in New York accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active state dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the NYC metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Pediatric Dentists expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: July 15, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: July 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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