Dr. Tendler received his dental degree from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, graduating with honors. He completed a general practice hospital residency in St. Barnabas Hospital, in Bronx, NY, where he focused on all aspects of dentistry with specific emphasis on oral surgery and trauma.
He was then appointed Senior Fellow at the Helen Hayes Hospital Fellowship for Special Needs Dentistry in West Haverstraw, NY, where he cared for children and adults with special needs and disabilities, as well as in advanced sedation and general anesthesia techniques.
He completed his specialty residency in Pediatric Dentistry at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University, the areas top ranked childrens hospital, treating medically compromised children and those with extensive dental needs. He received a Columbia University research award for his work focusing on improving the standard of dental care for children with special needs. Upon graduation he was asked to join the faculty of the Pediatric Residency program at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University, where he lectures and mentors every week.
Dr. Tendler has delivered dental presentations in pre-schools and elementary classrooms throughout the New York area and has traveled to Israel to treat Jerusalems neediest children in volunteer clinics. He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at Columbia Universitys College of Dental Medicine, and he maintains hospital admission and operating room privileges at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Centers Childrens Hospital of New York. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Tendler and his wife Sarah, a native New Yorker, reside in New York City with their five adorable children.
Dr. Monica Ashok received her doctoral training at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, where she focused on childrens dentistry and treating patients with special needs. She served as President of the Pediatrics Society and graduated with several awards and scholarships, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award for greatest promise in the field.
Prior to dental school, Dr. Monica spent years teaching and tutoring elementary school-age children in Washington D.C. and the Bay Area, where she discovered her passion and skill in working with this age group. She believes that each child is unique and her goal is to provide individualized, detail-oriented care to achieve the best long-term oral health.
During her training, Dr. Monica treated children of all ages including those with extensive medical and dental needs. Her research focused on emergency dental care and treatment in the operating room.
Dr. Monica has always enjoyed volunteering locally and internationally. She was the founder of her college chapter of Global Dental Brigades and the Stony Brook Childrens Healthy Smile Project to provide oral health education to families in homeless shelters. She has traveled to Honduras and Chile to provide dental care in underserved communities.
Dr. Yassee Pirooz had an international upbringing spanning England and Singapore, finally settling in Virginias Shenandoah Valley. She attended the University of Virginia for her undergraduate degree, where she also served as her class president.
Following college, she taught high school science for several years in Colorado. This experience ignited her passion for teaching and providing a meaningful learning experience for every patient as a pediatric dentist.
Dr. Yassee (as the kids call her) received her doctoral training at Harvard Universitys School of Dental Medicine, graduating magna cum laude. She was awarded the Silver Medal for Scholastic Excellence, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award for promise in the field of pediatric dentistry, as well as several other academic and performance scholarships.
She completed her specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University, the areas top ranked childrens hospital, where she gained experience treating children of all levels of medical and dental complexity.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 78 reviews
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2 years ago
Dr. Tendler has got to be the ONLY dentist on this side of the Mississippi (or anywhere) with consistent 5/5 star reviews. OMG, what an amazing office, what incredible staff, everyone is so nice, and Dr. Zev is one in a million. This is the happiest, friendliest, calmest dental office I've ever seen. My son had such an unbelievable experience here. Thank you all so so much.
Channing Wad
2 years ago
The staff and Dr. Tendler was very welcoming, I loved the first time experience. Dr. Tendler was very informative and gentle with my daughter. It was very important to me that she didn't cry during her first visit. I am very happy I chose this dentist office! The office was beautifully design for children to feel comfortable.
Reginald Moscoso
2 years ago
Dr. Tendler's office has to be one of the most caring, hospitable and patient Dentist office I have ever been too! My daughter actually looks forward to going to the dentist because of him and his staff! He sings he makes the kids feel safe and comfortable and not afraid at all! What can I say about the staff, they are understanding and attend to you needs and they know my daughter and I by name, such a homely neighborhood dentist, GREAT place to take your kids! He has all the new high tech equipment, Netflix for the kids to watch what they please while they get their check up (to distract of course) and genuine care! I highly recommend them for your children's next check up, I guarantee it!!!
Dennis O-O
2 years ago
They deserve more than 5 stars! From the initial phone call, to the online forms, the front desk staff, hygenist and doc...every part was awesome. I'm really happy we discovered them! It was so much better than our last Ped dentist. My daughter had a great time. The office Manager, Lisa, was great on the phone. Selina was super sweet when helping us get settled when we arrived and my daughter liked her right away. Our hygenist, Joey, was equally amazing and helped make my daughter feel very comfortable. Dr Monica explained things clearly and we really appreciated it. A million stars to the whole office!
Dennis O-O
3 years ago
They deserve more than 5 stars! From the initial phone call, to the online forms, the front desk staff, hygenist and doc...every part was awesome. I'm really happy we discovered them! It was so much better than our last Ped dentist. My daughter had a great time. The office Manager, Lisa, was great on the phone. Selina was super sweet when helping us get settled when we arrived and my daughter liked her right away. Our hygenist, Joey, was equally amazing and helped make my daughter feel very comfortable. Dr Monica explained things clearly and we really appreciated it. A million stars to the whole office!
Channing Wad
3 years ago
The staff and Dr. Tendler was very welcoming, I loved the first time experience. Dr. Tendler was very informative and gentle with my daughter. It was very important to me that she didn't cry during her first visit. I am very happy I chose this dentist office! The office was beautifully design for children to feel comfortable.
Elise Nicole
3 years ago
My family has recommended Dr. Tendler to friends for years, but I felt compelled to write a public review after my most recent visit. My older child began going around 2 or 3 and looks forward to going to the dentist because of the warmth and skill of the staff (no exceptions). My younger child went for the first time at 2 years old and was terrified -- mouth pressed shut, avoided eye contact -- she wasn't having it. I would have pressured her, but Dr. Tendler just wanted her to get comfortable and so as to not create a negative association with the dentist. Last week, during the pandemic, she had her second visit. I thought for sure with all the PPE there would be no way she would open her mouth. Shockingly, they got my shy and stubborn little one to talk, smile, and most importantly, open her mouth for a full cleaning and exam! She told me she loves the dentist! Skill and sensitivity aside, I cannot speak highly enough of the lengths that the office has gone to in order to keep everyone safe from Covid-19. It is the only place I have been where there are UV air filters in each exam room. We were the only ones there most of the visit and overlapped with another family for no more than 5 min and never could only hear them -- we were never in the same space at the same time. Sorry Dr. Tendler, but we hope you never retire!
Reginald Moscoso
3 years ago
Dr. Tendler's office has to be one of the most caring, hospitable and patient Dentist office I have ever been too! My daughter actually looks forward to going to the dentist because of him and his staff! He sings he makes the kids feel safe and comfortable and not afraid at all! What can I say about the staff, they are understanding and attend to you needs and they know my daughter and I by name, such a homely neighborhood dentist, GREAT place to take your kids! He has all the new high tech equipment, Netflix for the kids to watch what they please while they get their check up (to distract of course) and genuine care! I highly recommend them for your children's next check up, I guarantee it!!!
Mike Sacks
3 years ago
It really doesn't get better than this office. Everyone, from the receptionist, to the assistants, to Dr. Tendler and Dr. Dr. Etzion, are first rate and incredibly nice to the kids. Wouldn't want to go anywhere else. The best.
Stephen Suarez
3 years ago
I can't imagine how this office could be better :) My son looks forward to going. Incredibly thoughtful and kind staff throughout. Dr Etzion is fantastic.
Elise Nicole
3 years ago
My family has recommended Dr. Tendler to friends for years, but I felt compelled to write a public review after my most recent visit. My older child began going around 2 or 3 and looks forward to going to the dentist because of the warmth and skill of the staff (no exceptions). My younger child went for the first time at 2 years old and was terrified -- mouth pressed shut, avoided eye contact -- she wasn't having it. I would have pressured her, but Dr. Tendler just wanted her to get comfortable and so as to not create a negative association with the dentist. Last week, during the pandemic, she had her second visit. I thought for sure with all the PPE there would be no way she would open her mouth. Shockingly, they got my shy and stubborn little one to talk, smile, and most importantly, open her mouth for a full cleaning and exam! She told me she loves the dentist! Skill and sensitivity aside, I cannot speak highly enough of the lengths that the office has gone to in order to keep everyone safe from Covid-19. It is the only place I have been where there are UV air filters in each exam room. We were the only ones there most of the visit and overlapped with another family for no more than 5 min and never could only hear them -- we were never in the same space at the same time. Sorry Dr. Tendler, but we hope you never retire!
Mike Sacks
4 years ago
It really doesn't get better than this office. Everyone, from the receptionist, to the assistants, to Dr. Tendler and Dr. Dr. Etzion, are first rate and incredibly nice to the kids. Wouldn't want to go anywhere else. The best.
Stephen Suarez
4 years ago
I can't imagine how this office could be better :) My son looks forward to going. Incredibly thoughtful and kind staff throughout. Dr Etzion is fantastic.
Jonathan Friedman
4 years ago
I honestly can't imagine a better, nicer pediatric dentist for my children. He is as sweet as they come. He'll do whatever it takes to make your child feel happy and comfortable even if it means singing their favorite songs to them!
Suanne Lee
4 years ago
Clean, fun office, kind and helpful office staff. Doctors have great bedside manner. Only con is that it can be tough to get appointments, so call as far in advance as you can.
Laura Sheridan
4 years ago
We see Dr. Etzion and just love this dental practice. Everyone is so kind and great with children, and really takes the time to explain things. Highly recommend.
Suanne Lee
5 years ago
Clean, fun office, kind and helpful office staff. Doctors have great bedside manner. Only con is that it can be tough to get appointments, so call as far in advance as you can.
Laura Sheridan
5 years ago
We see Dr. Etzion and just love this dental practice. Everyone is so kind and great with children, and really takes the time to explain things. Highly recommend.
Jonathan Friedman
5 years ago
I honestly can't imagine a better, nicer pediatric dentist for my children. He is as sweet as they come. He'll do whatever it takes to make your child feel happy and comfortable even if it means singing their favorite songs to them!
N. Kim
5 years ago
Today, I visited the office to make an appt for my toddler for the first checkup since I was in that bldg. But very disappointed by the front desk. First they were checking my insurance and the plan, which was good - in network, and then asked my social. So I refused to provide just because am not comfortable sharing, and had no issue with not-providing the number previously with other drs. They said it's fine not to get it now but they can't process the billing w/o my ssn which isn't really true. I have my dentist, which happened to be in the same bldg, with the same insurance plan, they never asked my ssn to process the billing to identifying me - had no problems last 8 yrs. I'm sure every office runs differently, but then they said, they could bill me at front, but refusing to process with insurance just because they are't going to get my numbers. I just walked away. Too bad I couldn't not even meet the great dentist via google just because of this issue.
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