Dr. Adam Lighter, DDS
Dentist
627.3 mi · 14108 84th Dr, Briarwood, NY 11435
At a glance
4.75 stars (12 reviews)
95% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 22 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Emblem Health, more+ ·
Works at Adam Lighter
Affiliated with New York Hospital Queens
4.75
12 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Initial visit was great ! My daughter felt at ease.. I will update my review after her cavities get filled.
March 23, 2015Mayah L.Verified patient
I always expect excellent comprehensive care from Dr Lighter. His staff is extremely nice, helpful and efficient. I have recommended him to my friends.
More than 1 year agoBS
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Delta Dental
Guardian
Metlife
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Delta Dental
Popular visit reasons
Bad breath/Halitosis
Bridge
Broken Tooth
Dental Cleaning
Dental Consultation
New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)
Root Canal
Tooth Extraction
Bad breath/Halitosis
Bridge
Broken Tooth
Dental Cleaning
More about Dr. Adam Lighter, DDS
Adam Lighter is a detail-oriented and caring dentist in Briarwood, NY. He earned his dental degree from New York University College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Metropolitan Hospital Center. Dr. Lighter takes continuing education courses monthly through New York Hospital in Queens and basic life support classes biannually. He has also completed a course in Comprehensive Periodontics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Dr. Lighter offers dental cleaning, emergency consultation, and cosmetic dentistry. He performs root canals, teeth whitening, implants and bridges, crowns and fillings, and provides treatment for bad breath and TMJ pain. In addition, he has worked as the Director of Restorative Dentistry at New York Hospital in Queens since 1996 and has held various other academic positions. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Lighter enjoys travelling the world when he has the opportunity.
Education & experience
Education
Dental School - New York University
Metropolitan Hospital Center (Residency)
Practice
Adam Lighter
Affiliation
New York Hospital Queens
Professional memberships
American Dental Association
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1144223603
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.75
Wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
5.00
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12 reviews
Most relevant
Very professional atmosphere, courteous. Dr. Lighter treated me like he knew me forever. Dr. Lighter made me feel calm.
More than 1 year agoGF
Initial visit was great ! My daughter felt at ease.. I will update my review after her cavities get filled.
March 23, 2015Mayah L.Verified patient
I never enjoyed going to the dentist as much as I do now. He encourages me to take care of my teeth.
More than 1 year agoMR
Dr Lighter is always accomadating, efficient, and gets along great with his patients.
More than 1 year agoMW
excellent, efficient, great personality, polite, very professional.
More than 1 year agoSW
i asked for my wisdom tooth to be pulled and cleaning he kept refering me to more expensive treathments and never got my wisdom tooth pulled
June 8, 2015Initials hidden
It was successful. I was very comfortable.
More than 1 year agoDR
I always expect excellent comprehensive care from Dr Lighter. His staff is extremely nice, helpful and efficient. I have recommended him to my friends.
More than 1 year agoBS
Lot's of Fun!
More than 1 year agoBF
Always a good visit. Never been unhappy.
More than 1 year agoCM
November 22, 2015Raul M.Verified patient
April 1, 2015Krystle P.Verified patient
Which hospital is Dr. Adam Lighter affiliated with?
Dr. Adam Lighter is affiliated with New York Hospital Queens.
What practice does Dr. Adam Lighter work with?
Dr. Adam Lighter works with Adam Lighter.
Where is Dr. Adam Lighter's office located?
Dr. Adam Lighter's office is located at 14108 84th Dr, Briarwood, NY 11435.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Adam Lighter?
Dr. Adam Lighter frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Adam Lighter on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Adam Lighter speak?
Dr. Adam Lighter speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Adam Lighter in reviews?
12 patients have reviewed Dr. Adam Lighter. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.75/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.