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Dr. Clifford Melnick, DMD

Dr. Clifford Melnick, DMD

Periodontics
40+ years of experience

Dr. Clifford Melnick, DMD is a periodontics practitioner in New York, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania in 1982. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 52 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (52 reviews)

Practice

136 E 64th St Apt 1C New York, NY 10065

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(212) 355-1266

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Melnick's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Melnick

4.7
52 ratings, 29 with a written review
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Dr. Melnick was very professional and honest regarding my case. I went to him for a second opinion, after I was told by another periodontist that I needed bone graft in 6 of my teeth for $7500, as this sounded a little extreme to me, I consulted with Dr. Melnick who said that there was "no way" need for bone graft in any of the teeth that were considered unhealthy by the other "expert". Also his assistance D is amazing and kind. Even though his office is a little out of the way for me, I switched to having my dental cleanings with them now.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
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C.G – Jun 02, 2021
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I had to have an extraction on my rear tooth last night to get ready for my implant. This is no finer Dentist ,and more importantly a person as Dr Melnick. He is a compassionate , and really cares about his patients. He is so skilled, and makes you feel so at ease. His staff Kim and Di treat are wonderful!!!, they treat you as family and always have a smile . What a pleasure!!!!!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 30, 2019
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I was very happy with my exam today. Not looking forward to what comes next. But with the thorough exam I received and the detailed explanation of my dental issues, I feel secure that everything will work well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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NYC NY – May 03, 2018
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My experience was very good. Olivia did a great job cleaning my teeth and everyone was very courteous.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 01, 2018
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I've been a patient of Dr. Melnick for approximately 20 years. He is extremely thorough and knowledgeable and does not push unneeded procedures. All of his staff, including his receptionist, and the dental hygienists, are extremely professional and courtesy. I trust his judgment and recommend him highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JoAnn – Apr 22, 2018
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what can i say...the staff is fabulous but the dr. is stupendous...great dr. great human being and I love the hygienisist (spelling) who always is friendly, personable, and wonderful...I actually enjoy going to the dentist and i love the new office...its homey and comfy and you will love seeing the dentist. By the way this is the very last review i am writing for you guys..Irene H
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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irene h in NYNY – Apr 13, 2018
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I have been receiving periodontal care, including tooth implants, from this office for about 7 years. I have great confidence in Dr Melnick and his staff. It is a very well-run office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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New York – Apr 05, 2018
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Dear Dr Melnick, Thank you so much for your professional work !! I always recommend you to my friends Mazal Tov for being the best dentist for 2018!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Yehudit in NYC – Apr 05, 2018
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Very professional and considerable!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2018
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I was very happy with my overall experience and treatment results with Dr Melnick and would highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 02, 2018
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I've been going to him for years, his hygienist gives me a peridontal cleaning every 3 months. I recently had a popping in my jaw, sure sign of future TMJ. When I told Dr. Melnick he made time for me to come in ASAP. I'd ordered a nightguard on the internet (made with a mold) that hurt my teeth throughout the next day. Dr. Melnick fit me with the Mercedes of Night Guards, and it fits, is comfortable, and my teeth do not hurt from wearing it. I trust him with all my dental needs!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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New York City – Apr 02, 2018
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Excellent professional patient and kind.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Scarsdale – Apr 02, 2018
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Excellent care, wonderful staff. Dr. Melnick makes you feel very comfortable and you certainly have his full attention as a patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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NYC, NY – Mar 29, 2018
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Dr. Melnick is highly skilled, truly dedicated, and compassionate. And his staff is topnotch, professional and friendly. I've been seeing him for 26 years, initially for gum surgery and maintenance, and then for implants. And always for cleaning. I stopped fearing having dental procedures and gum surgery on that special day in 1991 when I went to Dr. Melnick. I very highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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CM in Manhattan – Mar 28, 2018
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He's great and so is his staff! Dental procedures are a miserable thing to go through but you will be taken care of here.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 26, 2018
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Dr Melnick is excellent. I have been going to him for ten years and don’t have any negative thing to say about his services.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 14, 2018
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Dr. Melnick and his entire staff are highly competent, trained and highly skilled, keeping current on all new developments and techniques available. Pros and cons of procedures are explained, weighted and discussed with patients. Patients' concerns are always taken seriously and are addressed.I can recommend Dr. Melnick without any reservations!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marlies Osmers in New York – Mar 13, 2018
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Dr Melnick and his staff are first rate. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dan in Mullin – Mar 12, 2018
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Dr. Melnick is one of the most courteous, caring doctors I've ever met. He really cares for his patients and spends a lot of time with his patients. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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valeria in new york – Mar 09, 2018
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I highly recommend Dr. Melnick for periodontal care. He and his staff are friendly, attentive experts who are excellent at what they do. You're in good hands with Dr. Melnick!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kay in Bronx, NY – Mar 05, 2018
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biography

Dr. Melnick is highly experienced in Implant Dentistry and Periodontics. He has been practicing in the New York area for more than 30 years. He received his DMD degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1982 and completed his Residency at Mt....read more

  • Periodontics

  • Mount Sinai Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    1985

  • Columbia University

    1985

  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Medical School, 1982

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • Emory University

    Undergraduate School, 1978

  • English

  • Hebrew

  • Spanish

  • "Great dentist, makes you feel very comfortable."

  • "Overall, an excellent experience with laser treatment."

  • "I had an excellent and pleasant experience at my office visit."

  • "Had a gum graft performed by Dr. Melnick. The recovery was quick and relatively painless after the first day. Dee, his hygienist, is very friendly and helped made the surgery more comfortable."

  • "Absolutely professional and rescued me from earlier disastrous experience with another dentist. Would very highly recommend. From office staff all the way to Dr. Melnick, the best."

  • "Exceptional provider of Dental Health and a bonus is a youthful smile. I have been a patient of Dr. Melnick for almost ten(10) years. When I first came to the office my gums were suffering from severe neglect necessitating six (6) implants including bone grafts, and sinus lifts. Dr. Melnick and a colleague did the extractions and the implants in one surgery. Perhaps not unusual is not to experience pain during surgery because of local anesthesia but totally amazing was too experience virtually no pain once the anesthesia wore off. The alacrity of the healing was awesome. The follow up care demonstrated Dr. Melnick and his teams' continued serious investment in their practice and this patient surely benefited from their investment and professionalism. Dr. Melnick's staff Kim the woman who organizes the structure of the office; and Dee who is Dr. Melnick's assistant are are an essential part of the overall positive experience in the office. Dee always ensures that any questions or concerns one may have is communicated to Dr. Melnick who then takes the time to clarify any areas of concern. If you are not serious about dental health then Dr. Melnick is not for you. You must be a earnest partner in your care. Amongst this seriousness is an abundance of warmth, humor and reassurance from all in the office. Dee, Dr. Melnick's assistant could do stand up comedy- Dr. Melnick not so much. What's important to me is that through the efforts of Dr. Melnick my smile is my best feature."

  • "Dr. Melnick and office staff were very friendly and informative. They were also sensitive to the fact that not everyone likes getting procedures done in their mouth!"

  • "I have been seeing Dr. Melnick for 20 years for all periodontal issues, and even prefer having his staff do my routine cleanings!"

  • "These guys are really great, competent, smart and nice too!"

  • "I was referred by my dentist for advanced periodontal issues. Dr. Melnick was knowledgeable and gave me several treatment options, and his staff was courteous and supportive. Dee was beyond - we heart her. :)"

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Office136 E 64th St Apt 1C New York, NY 10065
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