Nina Kumar, DDS

Dr. Kumar is amazing! I would rather suffer multiple paper cuts and have lime juice poured over them then go to the dentist. Dr. Kumar’s bedside manner changes that in a heartbeat. She was attentive, easy to talk to, and non judgmental (with my set of chompers, non judgmental is a must).
But bedside manner aside, I need a dentist that knows her stuff. Going back to the aforementioned chompers, I haven’t exactly taken the best care of my teeth over the years. I have a lot going on between veneers, implants, crowns, etc​.name it got it; and still a ways to go. Dr. Kumar not only broke down each and every issue in detail, but she explained it in layman’s terms and it was literally the first time at a dentists’ appt that I fully understood the nature of the issues. Unfortunately, part of that understanding was the realization that my prior dentist who I thought was solid didn’t exactly have my teeth’s best interests in mind when pointing out issues and giving recommendations, but rather his pockets. This is the game changer for me– part of Dr. Kumar’s assessment wasn’t only providing different options to get my smile where I wanted it to be, but always being cognizant of money and trying to provide the most cost efficient way to get there. Think car mechanic you can trust.
I ended up at Dr. Kumar’s doorstep by chance after I moved to the city and needed a dentist close by and came across all the good reviews– and its honestly one of the best things that’s happened since I’ve moved here. I have my confidence back in my smile and I didn’t have to break the bank.
Oh and P. S. don’t worry about showing up a bit early… the office is in the Chrysler Building and just happens to have one of the best views in the entire city. you’re welcome :)

She is very kind and explained everything very well. Dr. Kumar does the cleaning herself (not a hygienist) which I liked cause it made me feel she was more informed about what was going on in my mouth. She definitely recommends preventative measures (as opposed to being conservative) but she didn’t pressure or force me to do any of the procedures. She told me I have 6 «pre cavities» and recommended getting them filling before it gets worse. I opted for the «watchful observer» route (I prefer conservative measures) and she supported me in my choice. Her front office had some issues with processing my insurance but resolved it as I was not charged directly. I appreciated how thorough Dr. Kumar was about explaining all my options and how well she cleaned my teeth! Her staff was also very personable and patient – a kind and capable doctor!

I have been going to Dr. Kumar for 3 years now. I was assaulted several years ago and lost one of my front teeth. Needless to say, this was traumatizing and not attractive. I was out of the county at the time and the implant I received failed a few years later. Worst thing that could happen on Christmas Eve and at work. I was very untrusting of dentists and scared to trust one again. After a few good dentists, I started to see Dr. Kumar and have been so pleased with my experiences with her that she is now my only dentist.
I recommend going to her if you want someone honest, caring and knowledgeable. She makes you feel comfortable and her entire staff also does the same. I love the views in the office and am just overall satisfied. So glad I have found a dentist in NYC.

Dr. Kumar and her team are the best!!! I have always had a fear and anxiety of dentists. But with Dr. Kumar all of that fear and anxiety has gone away. I know that I am in a professionals hands that cares about their patients. She takes the time to explain to me what they are doing (unlike other dentists that I have been to in the past). I have been going to Dr. Kumar for about a year now and I have nothing but the best to say. Her staff is professional and attentive. The offices are great (can’t beat the view from the Chrysler Building).

Dr. Kumar has been my dentist for about four years now, and I am still so happy to have found her! I feel very safe with her because she explains everything and is very thorough. It is very refreshing to meet a dentist who will talk me through everything and give me the reasons why certain things are important or are her suggestions for me.
Before I started seeing Dr. Kumar, I had been told that the only way to fix my misaligned teeth was with a surgery to re-​align my jaw since I was beyond the point of braces being able to fix anything. I talked with Dr. Kumar about that when I went for my first appointment with her, and though I had only gone for a regular cleaning and check-​up, she took the time to investigate and consult with other dentists and veneer companies to see if my case was a severe as I had been told before by two different dentists. She came back to me with a solution, and she explained how it would be different than a usual veneer placement because of my bite, all the risks involved, and why I had been told it wasn’t possible in the past. I knew that I might run the risk of having a veneer come off because of my bite and history of nightly teeth grinding, but she explained everything with such detail and was so determined to get it right that I decided to move forward with the procedure. After several weeks with my new veneers, one did come off when I (stupidly) bit a hard chip. She re-​examined my bite and suggested that we redo them with after reducing more of my natural teeth, and she was able to cover the new set under the veneer company’s warranty. I was sad that I’d have to go through the whole process again, but she had been very forward and honest with me about the risks of doing it in the first place because of my bite and jaw alignment, and I knew that she wouldn’t put me through removing and redoing my veneers unless she was sure that it was going to be for the results I wanted. So we redid it, and I am so happy we did!!! I get compliments on my teeth and smile ALL the time. I even briefly dated a dentist, and he couldn’t even tell I had veneers until I told him! I have had them for over 3.5 years, and not a single thing has happened to them — no chipping, no movement, nothing. I usually don’t even remember that I have them. :-)
Another thing to note — when I first started seeing Dr. Kumar, she was very insistent with me that I take better care of my gums via flossing, a waterpik, etc. I thought she was just being overly protective/​preventive, but the second I saw my gums shift even the slightest bit after getting my veneers, I began to understand what she had told me in my appointments. I started to take care of them as she directed me, and now they look great. I didn’t realize before that I had little rings of irritation on my gums just above my teeth until she showed me. Prior dentists had just told me to floss and moved on, but she went through the extra step of explaining to me why the preventative step now would save me so much in the long run.
I can’t recommend her enough. She’s a great person and trustworthy dentist.

I went to Nina for the first time in December and was told that I have at least 6 cavities. I have never had a cavity in my life. When I asked her if it is common to go years without cavities and then have multiple cavities, she said that more conservative dentists might not fill ALL of the cavities that she found, but that she is not one of those «conservative» dentists.
After my consultation, a dental hygienist cleaned my teeth in another room. She told me that I am a «good brusher,» which I thought was odd, seeing as I had just been told that I have many cavities.
At the end of the appointment, I was told that I needed to come in for 5 more appointments: 1 deep teeth/​gum cleaning, then 4 separate filling appointments to take care of my cavities.
I just went for a second opinion and I have 0 cavities. My new dentist said that I have perfectly healthy teeth and it would be a shame if someone drilled into them. He also said that I am not in need of the deep gum cleaning that Nina was trying enforce. I am very happy that I have no cavities but I am also sick to my stomach that a dentist would drill into healthy teeth for a profit.
Do yourself a favor and find another dentist in NYC, there are plenty to choose from.

Dr. Nina Kumar came highly recommended to me so I went in for a visit recently for a routine checkup and cleaning. I was expecting the visit to be like other dentist visit really, — uncomfortable and full of awkwardly silent probing where I’d be inwardly frowning down the seconds til it was over, but surprisingly not so here :) .
You’re in great hands with Dr. Kumar. She’s really cool and VERY knowledgeable. I felt comfortable being worked on by her and her team because they’d explain things along the way to make me feel at ease.
Her office has a naturally welcoming and caring atmosphere, no doubt an extension of Dr. Kumar’s own personality!
Also her practice is located way up there in the Chrysler Building, which shares mind-​blowing views of the city all around.
She is a great people person, the work I received here was very thorough, and she took the time to explain things to me in such a way that made a visit to the dentist, dare I say it, actually… Fun?!!
I felt confident leaving her office, and I’d recommend her to anyone looking for a dentist!
Thanks Dr. Nina Kumar and staff for an unexpectedly pleasant and exciting experience.
See you again at the next visit!

— Dr. Kumar is extremely knowledgeable and professional
— She is caring, and takes all the time necessary to accurately assess and explain concerns
— She makes patients feel comfortable and relaxed, no matter the initial stress level
— Dr. Kumar is detailed and thorough in all of her work, ensuring the best outcome
A wonderful human being, an AMAZING dentist. Highly, highly recommended.

Dr. Kumar is great. She’s friendly, accommodating, and direct. I highly recommend.

I hate the dentist. The thought of someone rooting around in my mouth other than me makes me cringe. That is until I met Dr. Kumar. First of all, when you enter her office you feel like you are some VIP dental patient. Her office is located on the 69^th floor of the Chrysler building. Sitting in her chair you are able to enjoy views of downtown Manhattan and the Empire State building. I felt more like I was on a sightseeing tour rather than getting my teeth poked, prodded, and drilled. It is definitely a nice distraction when having someone work on your teeth. She gives the best dental care around. She spoke to me in language that I understood and counseled me on things that I can do to improve my dental health. She is very thorough and gentle. I told of of my fear of dentist and she made sure that she explained everything that she was doing as she was doing it so there were no surprises. Her general demeanor towards patients is very comforting. She is a very warm and inviting individual, and her laugh is infectious (you’ll see!!). All in all, I feel very confident and comfortable in her chair. I am sending all of my friends and family to her without hesitation.

I have to be honest with you… anxiety is a common thing while sitting in front of a dentist for a procedure, whether it be a general cleaning, x-​rays or a root canal. But going to Dr. Kumar for her services was comforting and easy! It was a pleasure sitting in her office at the Chrysler Building and being able to admire the views. which BTW are amazing! When sitting in her chair she showed a great deal of finesse and expertise so it made it extremely comfortable. My anxiety disappeared. She suggested getting xrays-​no problem-​not uncomfortable or awkward. She suggested a different kind of fluoride treatment-​which was pleasant, not the typical ill-​tasting kind… piña colada, if I remember correctly. =) She was able to fit me for a night-​grinder protector because she noticed problems with gum lines. And yes, I am guilty of night-​grinding. Plus Dr. Kumar offers amazing whitening services! Who doesn’t want healthy, white-​looking teeth? I’m going back for that certainly. The service was fast and excellent. I definitely recommend her-​Best in NYC!