Joseph B Pantaleo, DDS

Hands down my favorite dentist EVER. I’ll narrow down the reasons to three.
1. You get quality time with Dr. Pantaleo, meaning, he tries to do his own cleanings when he can. Obviously on busy days you may get the dental hygienist, but I’ve never heard of the dentist himself doing the cleaning. And let me tell you, it was the best cleaning I’ve received mainly because I have sensitive teeth on the bottom and always cringe waiting for the pain. With Dr. Pantaleo, there was no nerve pain at all! He took his time and could recognize areas where my teeth might be sensitive and was very gentle on those parts. I’m sure if I needed other dental work done, he would have given as much attention to that if not more.
2. He explains everything that he’s doing. I guess I have a little fear of dentists because of all the shrills and drills I remember from my childhood. But it was the most relaxed I’ve ever been in a dentist chair and I think a large part of it was his calming way of letting you know what to expect. Basically, he’s teaching you and I find that really interesting and it distracts me which is nice.
3. He’s genuinely a really kind person. Ask him about his medical missions — he has a true passion for helping people around the world in poor resource areas and volunteers a lot of his personal time to do so. Does that reflect his skills as a dentist? Maybe, maybe not. But does it make me want to go to him than every other dentist in this city looking for your business? Absolutely.
Highly recommend this office — the staff, convenient location, and dentist can’t get any better than this.

I feel being cheated over the phone that the reception told me it would only cost no more than 150 dollars. But when I went in, the reception Jess told me it would cost 225 dollars and I asked but you told me won’t be 150 dollars, she said it meant after insurance. even though it was only 75 dollars difference, it still made me feel being lied to. the doctor only took a look at my X-​ray which I didn’t take it there and my tooth and did nothing but took a look at my tooth and it costs 225 dollars. It’s too expensive and feel like not worth the dollars but being robbed.

Fantastic office. I have been a patient of Dr. Pantaleo’s for two years about and have walked away happy after every visit. Dr. Pantaleo and the dental hygienist who always tends to me are both super patient and take time to explain their analyses and procedures. They’re also friendly and fun, making visits go by quickly. I’ve never felt as in control of my oral hygiene as I am now with their advice and insight, and while their cleaning practices are different from what I was used to before (they use some sort of salty (?) spray and clean thoroughly along the gums and don’t spend much time on the tops of my teeth — this may because my teeth don’t really need that sort of attention?) my teeth look great and my gums are healthy.
Two more things: 1) Dr. Pantaleo made replacement retainers for me, and I was picky — I figured I should make absolutely sure the retainers were perfect given what they cost — but he was great about it and had the retainers fixed just right and was always very helpful and patient even when I was distressed by a misfit retainer. And when the lab didn’t return my old but perfectly good bottom retainer they’d taken for cleaning, he at first figured I wouldn’t mind since I had a new one, but when I told him I really wanted it back since it was perfect for my mouth, he made them search around for it and got it back to me the next week. 2) He referred me to an excellent oral surgeon for wisdom tooth extraction, Dr. Dolman. Good doctors stick together it seems!

Dr. Pantaleo is by far the best dentist that I have ever seen. He is very informative and will talk you through and explain everything. He made me feel safe and comfortable. He is hardworking, trustworthy, and overall just an amazing doctor with a wonderful personality. He had recently fixed two fractured teeth and I feel absolutely amazing!

This guy is simply amazing. Competent, caring, honest, hardworking and empathetic. Great staff! What more can you want in a Dentist.

The staff and Doctors are completely wonderful and I will be going back to them for as long as they will let me.
After seeing 4 different dentist in this city and getting completely frustrated and mildly disgusted for the over charges and imaginary cavities that needed to be filled. I found a dentist I can trust. Yay! Cleanings all around people! (Sorry, I got a little excited)

Believe the hype! Doctor Pantaleo is, by far, the best dentist I’ve ever been treated by.
No dentist has ever checked my throat area for anything whatsoever. It makes me wonder whether my former dentist committed any sort of malpractice… (Let me know if you’re in a similar position and looking for an attorney). I was told the reason for everything that was done and all my questions were answered with great patience. What can be better than having a professor of dentistry treating you?
I went to high school with this guy and am glad that at least one of us has truly «made it.» Aside from being brilliant, he has great bedside manners (which is definitely not true for most dentists I’ve seen). This guy’s wanted to be a dentist since second grade! (FYI: I was still figuring out how to read and write when I was in second grade. I probably didn’t even know what a dentist was).
Careful, meticulous, and not a price gouger. Strongly recommended. In fact, I’m sending my family now.
Update: November 26, 2015 — Doctor Pantaleo has moved! Information is below —
Central Park Dentistry
Joseph B. Pantaleo, DDS, PC
30 Central Park South
Suite 2B
New York, NY 10 019
212.486.6211

Excellent dentist.
He does not try to perform procedures that are not necessary, unlike some other dentists (I’m looking at you, Gramercy Smiles). Why drill into teeth when it is not necessary? If it’s not broke, don’t fix it. It will only create more problems. Other dentists are quick to perform any procedure and extra procedures so they can make quick $$$ and pay for their fancy office. Dr. Pantaleo practices in an NYU facility.
So if you want a dentist who has a fancy office in a hip neighborhood and will drill into your teeth when it is not necessary to make money, then don’t go to Joseph Pantaleo. If you want an experienced dentist, who has seen the ravages of doing too many dental procedures and practices preventative medicine, go to Joseph.

Dr. Pantaleo is absolutely, hands-​down the BEST dentist that I’ve ever seen. I hadn’t been to the dentist in quite sometime due to a severe dental phobia. When I initially visited him it was due to a recommendation by a co-​worker. Dr. Pantaleo has a kind of sixth sense and extreme empathy when it comes to understanding how totally terrified I was. He was patient, kind and thorough. I had to see him in intervals because I just couldn’t handle getting all the work that I need done in one sitting. He understood this and catered to me. You really need to have the patience of God to deal with how nervous I am in the chair. I need medication AND gas for ANYTHING (even a cleaning). But I’ve never felt more comfortable with a dentist in my life! I’ve finally received the care for my teeth that I needed after YEARS. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Pantaleo.
P. S. I don’t often writer reviews unless I’m complaining, honestly, but I know how hard it is to search for a dentist and when I was going through this the first thing I did was read reviews on Unilocal for honest feedback. I really felt compelled to contribute because I know I’ll help someone else find a great dentist, like I did.

Dr. Pantaleo is a phenomenal all around dentist. I came to him a year ago after back to back experiences with two inexperienced, insensitive dentists. Since then I have never felt more respected, cared for, and well taken care of. Dr. Pantaleo really listens to his patients and shares his ideas and methods in a way that makes me feel like I’m part of the cleaning, healing, and fixing process. He is trustworthy, respectful, communicative, easy going, and very very good at his job. Despite multiple dental emergencies and long term pains I have had nothing but relief and good experiences with Dr. P’s help. I would recommend him to all my friends, family, and the guy on the corner moaning about a cavity.

I came in on a Saturday afternoon, which is awesome! It’s so hard to get to the dentist during my busy weekday and I was thankful for a weekend appointment. Dr. Pantaleo was really great. I was seen as soon as I came in and he talked me through everything he was doing. I think the worst part of going to the dentist is you don’t know what’s happening and when something is going to hurt. But he always told me what he was about to do and what kind of sensation I was going to feel. I learned a lot about my teeth in my (quick!) 30 minute teeth cleaning. He talked to me about my teeth and what he saw. This was the most painless, quick, and if possible. most enjoyable. teeth cleaning I’ve ever had. I plan on coming back here and will be recommending it to others.

Dr Pantaleo is a great dentist. The office is not fancy at all but he is a very good dentist, honest and direct.

I have been to many dentists and can’t believe that I did not come to Dr. Pantaleo sooner! I have had the best experience so far and I would recommend him to anyone. He knows how to treat his patients with care and takes the time to explain everything that was going on when I went to my dental cleaning. He is a excellent dentist and it shows that it’s beyond just a job for him! That is what I admire the most and it makes me feel so comfortable to go to his office and know that someone cares about me and my teeth!

Let me start off by saying 1) Im not a super ‘complimenty’ kind of person, so the fact that Im writing this should tell you this guy is good. 2) I moved from Florida 2 years ago and was avoiding finding a new dentist not only because I was «married» to my old one but also because finding a new dentist is scary! I came to the location of Dr. Pantaleo because all of my co-​workers use Dr. Simpson (one of the 3?) that are apart of the practice– I was slightly bummed I didn’t get one of them for my first appointment since they came so highly recommended but, in the end, eh lets go for it. Good decision, I felt calm, relaxed, and overall was a good dentist appt. Got some free samples, a good chat and off on my merry way I went. If you’re looking for a dentist, look no further.
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Dr. Pantaleo is as good as it gets. I hadn’t been to the dentist in a while and he made me feel calm and comfortable. I needed a white filling and he performed the procedure flawlessly. He has great hands and I didn’t feel any after effects of the anesthesia.
I highly recommend going to Dr. Pantaleo for all of your dental needs.