“Dr. Tai was extremely thorough and gentle and patient on my dental cleaning service. Would highly recommend him for anyone seeking dental care. He has been in the same office for over 30 years and you can tell he is very experienced. ?”
Kyle W.December 6, 2023
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94% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.94
Average wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
4.95
“Dr. Tai was extremely thorough and gentle and patient on my dental cleaning service. Would highly recommend him for anyone seeking dental care. He has been in the same office for over 30 years and you can tell he is very experienced. ?”
Kyle W.December 6, 2023
“Dr. Tai is very patient, calm and to the point. All details explained carefully to ensure I fully understand the procedures and after-care. I have visited a few times this year for both preventive care and some fixes, I very much feel like my teeth are in good hands! Also the front-desk Jennifer is also very nice and helpful in explaining my insurance questions. ”
Jinxin M.October 2, 2021
About Dr. Cheng Tai
Cheng Tai is a compassionate and dedicated dentist based in Midtown Manhattan. Originally from Taiwan, Dr. Tai earned his master’s degree and dental training at New York University.
Dr. Tai is committed to providing you with personalized oral health care tailored to your unique dental needs and goals. He strives to create the ultimate stress-free dental experience with complete transparency and the most advanced dental equipment that includes digital intraoral scanning and laser dentistry. Your health and comfort are his top priorities, and he does what it takes to help every patient understand their symptoms and treatment options in a relaxed office setting.
He has over 30 years of experience and is skilled in cosmetic dentistry, invisalign, laser dentistry, crowns, root canals, and teeth whitening. If you need any more evidence that Dr. Tai is the dentist you need, check out his reviews below!
*This practice also files on behalf of the patient for most PPO insurance plans, even if they are not specifically in network with it.*
Dental School - New York University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
New York University, Certificate in Prosthodontics
New York University (Master's)
Languages spoken
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Taiwanese
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1861812661
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
4.95
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Dr. Tai is professional and patient. He explained all the details with respect to my upcoming procedure. Highly recommend.
August 31, 2018Initials hidden
He fixed my chipped front tooth perfectly! I was seen right at my appointment time, and received great care and service.
March 21, 2019Mary J.Verified patient
My bridges fit so well I am very happy about the visits. This dentist know what he is doing.
More than 1 year agoAC
Very kind and great doctor, patient and skilled, highly recommended!
March 30, 2023Lin G.Verified patient
Dr. Tai is gentle and efficient. I love my smile now!
More than 1 year agoJD
Dr. Tai was extremely thorough and gentle and patient on my dental cleaning service. Would highly recommend him for anyone seeking dental care. He has been in the same office for over 30 years and you can tell he is very experienced. ?
December 6, 2023Kyle W.Verified patient
Dr. Tai is very patient, calm and to the point. All details explained carefully to ensure I fully understand the procedures and after-care. I have visited a few times this year for both preventive care and some fixes, I very much feel like my teeth are in good hands! Also the front-desk Jennifer is also very nice and helpful in explaining my insurance questions.
October 2, 2021Jinxin M.Verified patient
Have to admit, I have a lot of anxiety about going to the dentist. Visiting Dr. Tai was a great experience! He was very kind and took his time to explain everything to me very well. He is also mindful of pain management during your visit. Booking my initial appointment was easy as was booking a follow-up. The office took proper precautions for covid as well.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very patient and instructive
November 2, 2020Zeqi J.Verified patient
So incredibly professional and thorough in informing me about everything I could possibly need to know and more. I've never felt more taken care of by a doctor in my life. He was so impressively knowledgable (without being condescending or anything like that). I absolutely recommend his services. He is a perfectionist in the best way possible and has effectively motivated me to strive for perfection as well.
More than 1 year agoLily K.Verified patient
Highly recommend!!!!!
May 25, 2019Rieko A.Verified patient
THE BEST
April 1, 2019David N.Verified patient
I’ve never had such a thorough or kind dentist. I’m usually nervous at the dentist but the way he explained each step put me at ease.
March 26, 2019Julianne N.Verified patient
Dr. Tai has been recommended to me by many friends who use him. Dr. Tai goes out of his way to provide a thorough screening & cleaning and to show you what is going on with each and every tooth via a small digital camera, helping to prevent problems down the line
September 13, 2018Rebecca P.Verified patient
Dr. Tai is very patient, responsible and detail-oriented. He takes time to explain to me about many things related to my teeth. Jeniffer is also very helpful. I enjoyed my visit! Highly recommended to other people who need to see a dentist.
August 23, 2018Fang J.Verified patient
He is very responsible.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great overall experience. In-depth explanation of all procedures, evident high level of professionalism and expertise, warm and friendly staff.
November 6, 2017Pawel D.Verified patient
Dr. Tai was so great and so were his staff. I don't normally like to get my teeth cleaned but he was really gentle and patient. This appointment also came with the most thorough explanation of what was happening with my teeth I've ever gotten. It was complete with pictures and x-rays so I knew exactly where the problem areas were. I normally wait until I go home to California to see my dentist I've had my whole life, but I think I've found my replacement in New York! :)
December 21, 2016Tina C.Verified patient
Love Dr. Tai!! Very thorough and won't try to con you into undergoing a procedure you don't really need. His staff is also wonderful! HIGHLY recommend!
August 26, 2015Kristina O.Verified patient
I appreciate the thought Dr. Tai puts into helping me understand everything he does - he describes what he sees and does and explains what it means. Everyone in the office is very friendly and I always felt like I was in good hands.
August 15, 2014Ann C.Verified patient
If you want a Dentist who talks a lot Dr. Tai probably isn't for you, but personally I don't like chatty Dentists because I can't really respond when they're all up in my mouth. I love going to see Dr. Tai because he knows what he's doing - he sits you down, does all the cleaning and stuff himself (no dental hygienist first), and has all the latest teeth technology. He usually plays classical music while he works, which I find really calming. I wouldn't say his cleaning style is gentle - but again I like that he's really cleaning my teeth truly and fully. Some people may not think he's friendly but by the second time he opens up a lot! I highly recommend if he sounds like your style!
More than 1 year agoKristine C.Verified patient
Finally found a dentist I want to keep in NYC!
May 8, 2014Matthew F.Verified patient
Positively surprised in all regards. Explains everything he does, gives you options and does not only push you into the most expensive one. Good bedside manners, hardly any wait, up to date equipment.
October 30, 2013Gregor K.Verified patient
Dr. Tai was wonderful. He was very thorough and helpful, answered all my questions, and even though I was late to the appointment he offered to stay late to do two fillings in one sitting. He also was very upfront about the price and made sure he asked me if it was okay before he began any of the work. When he saw on my paperwork that I have anxiety issues, he told me to make sure I raise my left hand if at any point I needed to take a break. He was great.
March 19, 2013Initials hidden
Dr. Cheng Tai was great!! He took his time and explained everything he was doing, and educated me very well on the condition of my teeth and gums. I liked that he didn't push anything on me just made recommendations and offered to check with the insurance company in regards to what they would cover before I made a decision to move forward with anything so I would not have to pay out of pocket. He took photos and X-rays and explained each and every one of them to me. I showed up 10 minutes late and he was very nice about it and saw me as soon as I finished filling out the paperwork (which wasn't much at all). He even had one of his "girls" out sick but still managed to be very attentive. I already have a follow-up appointment to get a couple of cavities filled next week. I highly recommend Dr. Cheng Tai!
July 23, 2013Initials hidden
I love how I was informed and explained before every procedure. I had dental fobia for years but I think I am comfortable to see Dr Tai regularly from now on.
More than 1 year agoBK
Very thorough in his analysis, did both an X-ray as well as a photographic exam. He pulled up all the images from the two exams to explain all the details of what was wrong and what needed to be fixed. Very straight forward about what is and is not covered by insurance
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Cheng Tai?
Generally, Dr. Cheng Tai has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Tai's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cheng Tai?
Dr. Cheng Tai 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. Cheng Tai on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Cheng Tai speak?
Dr. Cheng Tai speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Taiwanese.
How do patients rate Dr. Cheng Tai in reviews?
87 patients have reviewed Dr. Cheng Tai. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 4.95/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.76/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.