Dr. Eliot Folickman, DDS

Dr. Eliot Folickman, DDS

Dentist
617.0 mi · 234 Central Park West, Suite 101, New York, NY 10024

At a glance

4.34 stars (141 reviews)
87% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 16 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, more+ ·
Works at Eliot Folickman, D.D.S.
Speaks English
4.34
141 reviews
Bedside manner
4.5
Wait time
4.5

Recent reviews

Always a good experience to be seen by him but today he seemed rushed, so it was slightly different than before but still good
Verified patient
Dr. Eliot was great. The front staff was pretty cold/ could be a lot nicer but, the Dr/ his asst made up for it. Very explanatory and nice during my visit but, they dont print X rays in the office, which is something I've gotten used to being walked through at every office I have ever been to.

Office location

Eliot Folickman, D.D.S.
617.0 mi · 234 Central Park West, Suite 101, New York, NY, 10024

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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. Eliot Folickman, DDS

Dr. Folickman has both lived and practiced on the Upper West Side since 1970. He has seen it change from a quiet neighborhood to the most desireable and vibrant part of the city. His practice was established in 1981. He performs all aspects of general dentistry, including cosmetic dentistry. He has taken hundreds of hours of continuing education courses to constantly update his practice. He is a graduate of the NYU College of Dentistry, and did a 3 year residency in the US Army.

Education & experience

Education

Dental School - New York University, Doctor of Dental Surgery

Practice

Eliot Folickman, D.D.S.

Professional memberships

New York County Dental Society
American Dental Association

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1275660078

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Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.34
Wait time
4.53
Bedside manner
4.49
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Dr Folickman is very professional and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and thoroughly examines the problem.
I was very impressed with Dr. Folickman. Very professional, very competent. And a very interesting person as well!
Verified patient
business like. explained everything well. a little rough when drilling. Office staff could use some training.
Verified patient
I've been going to Dr frolickman for about 6 years and he has always been great! Staff is nice also!
Verified patient
Dr. Folickman is very polite and professional. Explains everything in detail if you ask. Good guy.
Verified patient
Dr Folickman is a great dentist on the UWS! Ask him about his travels and photography.
Verified patient
5 starà for staff and waiting time. 3 for the facilities, it could use some renovation!
Professional, informative, friendly, and knowledgeable. I'm glad to have found him.
Great dentist. Answered all of my questions. Very informative and professional.
Verified patient
Dr Folickman was fantastic. Kind, smart, and quick. Would strongly recommend.
Verified patient
Truly awful experience. Stay away at all costs. Worse than a used car salesman
Very friendly and easy going. Perfect for me as I am terrified of dentists.
Verified patient
I thought the appointment was rushed and was unsatisfied with the results.
Great visit but the address was wrong! Call for the right address.
Such a nice, comforting dentist! Will recommend him to everyone!
Verified patient
Terrific dentist. Patient and explained everything.
Verified patient
Cleaning was more painful than any I have ever had.
easy & quick experience. Overall great all around.
Always a good experience to be seen by him but today he seemed rushed, so it was slightly different than before but still good
Verified patient
Dr. Eliot was great. The front staff was pretty cold/ could be a lot nicer but, the Dr/ his asst made up for it. Very explanatory and nice during my visit but, they dont print X rays in the office, which is something I've gotten used to being walked through at every office I have ever been to.
I went for cleaning and check-up but I was disappointed, I didn't feel that he really clean my teeth. I will not recommend it to any friends and family member.
Verified patient
I won’t go again! Bad experience!
Great work, would definitely recommend
Verified patient
Didn’t seem thorough compared to other dental cleanings I’ve had throughout my life; rushed through a lot of it, didn’t use floss at all, billed me for one x ray separately and then did a full-mouth set of x rays as another separate charge when the full mouth set would’ve clearly been the first move to make. Also had no regard to pain etc during the cleaning process; granted I was in dire need of a cleaning, but wow, he really went for it. My mouth is a bit sore 24 hours later. Office is dumpy and front desk was highly impersonable, borderline unprofessional. Disappointed but not blown away. I’ve come to expect less from almost every service I get in NYC compared to higher standards back in the Midwest.
This was the best dentist appointment! I didn't wait at all. He didn't rush me, he was very meticulous and thorough, yet he was extremely efficient, as we were finished before even an hour went by! He was also very kind and funny and took the time to get to know me, making my experience enjoyable. I am so glad to finally have a great dentist.
Verified patient
I had a filling that broke and my regular dentist has a long waiting list. Was not expecting much since this dr had an appointment the very next day available. He filled the tooth and told me to wait 30 minutes before eating. I waited three hours and the fillling broke almost completely within minutes. They were available again 2 days later to warranty the job. That filling lasted 5 days. Full me once...
Excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Technician was brushing her hair and getting ready behind the reception desk. Office did not look clean. Cleaning was painful and rushed and my teeth did not feel clean afterwards. The tooth polish was in my hair and all over my clothes from splatter.
Verified patient
Really awesome dentist. Put me at ease about my teeth concerns and was very efficient and knowledgeable. Very nice and clean office environment as well.
Verified patient
I had not been to a dentist in years, partly because I would be made to feel guilty by the dentist. But Dr. Folickman did not give me a hard time, even though I had many cavities. He was sympathetic and professional.
Verified patient
Pretty average.
Verified patient
I was so relieved to be able to book online as it was an emergency and I was seen right away. Dr. Folickman is very thorough.
Verified patient
Good dentist and a nice guy. Really liked him
Verified patient
The office staff was efficient. Dr. Folickman was very professional and informative and made me feel at ease. So far, am pleased I discovered a gem.
Verified patient
Dr. Folickman was friendly, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to my next checkup! (Well, mostly -- but Dr. F is great!)
Verified patient
He's the best!
Verified patient
Great Doctor, takes the time to listen, asks the right questions. Prompt service and easy to book with. Also very gentle with people who freak out about dental work like me.
Verified patient
Excellent!!
Verified patient
I went to Dr. Folickman for a cleaning and apparently my insurance plan was such that I did not have to pay for my cleaning and insurance would not pay him for the cleaning.. so, Dr. Folickman spent about 10 minutes cleaning my teeth (literally just scraped my teeth and brushed them) and then called it a day. I had to ask him for fluoride and also wondered aloud why he didn't floss my teeth? Yes, he was friendly and we had a nice conversation about his travels, but given he wasn't getting paid for this... it was apparent he could careless about performing a quality dental cleaning.
It was a very disappointing to come in for a cleaning and get a few scrapes with some tool and call it and charge me for cleaning. Never again!
Verified patient
Great dentist and nice guy!
Verified patient
He chose not to complete my cleaning before leaving for another (more lucrative) set of patients. Tried to force fillings on me when I had received the same set 6 months prior. I guess everyone has to pay rent.
Dr. Folickman was great. The only issue I had is that they had me re-fill the patient information form, even thought I had filled it out online.
Dr. Folickman is a GREAT dentist. My whole family goes to him. He is always honest and does not recommend unnecessary procedures. His staff is also wonderful. They are always accommodating and good about paper work. No one in my family has ever had a billing issue with Dr. Folickman!
Verified patient
Very nice and clearly explained what my insurance policy covered which I liked. They did try to sell me on a couple procedures I do not think are necessary, but other than that, a pleasant visit.
The staff is very welcoming! I loved all his photos from his travels. He was personable, honest, and upfront about pricing. Today was my first dental visit in 6 years and he was very kind about my lack of dental hygiene(flossing, etc.). Can't wait for my next cleaning, haha
Verified patient
Dr. Folickman was great. He provided great, balanced advice about some elective procedures I was interested in - giving both the positives and the negatives I might encounter. You can clearly see he knows his stuff, is very low pressure, and has a great bedside manner.
Verified patient
Dr.Folickman was honest and an all around good guy. He wasn't at all pushy or trying to sell me treatments I didn't need. He had a very sincere way of telling me what I could improve and he gave me some great suggestions. Finally I found a great dentist in NYC!
Dr. Folickman was a breath of fresh air as a Dr. in NYC. He was so kind and honest and was not the pushy salesman type. I have been to numerous dentists in NYC and always felt they were trying to sell me something. He is not an alarmist and only suggests treatments if they are truly necessary. He also highlights all of your insurance coverage, so you know what to expect in your bill. His office is a quarky throwback which I actually found to be endearing. I will definitely go back to Dr.Folickman as my regular dentist.
Nice guy. Explained what he was doing and why he recommended certain things. No upselling. Good overall experience. Teeth cleaning was a little more rough/painful than my old dentist. Office was old/dingy. Will probably return.
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Eliot Folickman work with?

Dr. Eliot Folickman works with Eliot Folickman, D.D.S..

Where is Dr. Eliot Folickman's office located?

Dr. Eliot Folickman's office is located at 234 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Eliot Folickman?

Dr. Eliot Folickman 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. Eliot Folickman on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Eliot Folickman speak?

Dr. Eliot Folickman speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Eliot Folickman in reviews?

141 patients have reviewed Dr. Eliot Folickman. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.34/5. They have a 4.49/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.53/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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