What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.25
Average wait time
4.14
Bedside manner
4.39
“Do Lelner one of the best dentist in Staten Island, you will never feel the pain from doing the filling at all, she is very expert”
Nahed S.February 16, 2020
“I’ve been a patient of Dr. Kelner for 8 years and she is the absolute best! I never wait more than 10 mins to be seen and she’s always so kind! I’ll never see anyone else!”
Sarina T.March 17, 2019
About Dr. Lillian Kelner
Dr. Lillian Kelner attended NYU where she received her Bachelors degree before entering the NYU school of Dentistry. Dr. Kelner finished 3rd in her class of 300 at which point she entered the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society. Dr. Kelner completed her residency at The Brooklyn VA Hospital and now works at the Seaview Dental Center in Staten Island. Dr. Kelner keeps up to date with infection control and also oral cancer causes. In Dr. Kelner's new dental office you will find state-of-the-art dental technology. Come relax in front of the television while getting a massage as you receive your treatment. Please choose a time below to come see Dr. Kelner at our convenient, upscale office at 430 Seaview Avenue (right across the street from Staten Island University Hospital).
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Dental School - New York University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
- Veterans Affairs New York Harbor Healthcare System, Brooklyn (Residency)
Professional memberships
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
Languages spoken
- English
- Russian
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1164405411
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.25
Wait time
4.14
Bedside manner
4.39
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The office was rude and made me feel unwelcomed. Wound up not having anything done and not being assisted in what to do next
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She was an extremely nice and compassionate Dr. whom didnt make me feel the least bit bad about the condition of my teeth.
July 19, 2010Cecil R.Verified patient
I was unhappy with a crown I paid for because it fell off within a week. She did refund me so that was a positive I guess.
March 24, 2017Initials hidden
She is great. My visit was quick, easy, painless, no bs, to the point. I'm happy to have found a dentist I will go back to.
February 22, 2012Sarina T.Verified patient
It was my first time in a dentist's office, so i was pretty nervous They were very clean and answered all of my questions
January 16, 2012Initials hidden
The visit went well Dr Keiner explained everything to me and my cleaning was done very gentle. I recommend this dentist
January 5, 2013Diane O.Verified patient
felt very comfortable with the techs and the doctor. easy to speak to. easy to understand what she was talking about
November 4, 2013Initials hidden
Being a coward of the dentist . I feel the staff and doctor were very understanding . Definitely recommend
September 17, 2014Initials hidden
Clean office, exam and cleaning went well. Dr. Kelner explained everything and made me feel comfortable.
June 11, 2011Chanel G.Verified patient
She explained everything that she was doing and what I needed to do and made sure I was comfortable
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Professional and thorough
Explained all my problems and recommend
Appropriate action.
More than 1 year agoMax P.Verified patient
Dr. Kelner and her staff are informative and are all very involved. It shows they care.
May 10, 2014Eugenia C.Verified patient
It was a pleasure going there the doctor is so nice and so is her receptionist Galina.
March 25, 2019Mildred G.Verified patient
Very friendly & professional I hate the dentist but they made me feel very comfortable
September 12, 2012Shaquana R.Verified patient
Gentle & caring. Understood my fears & concerns & put me at ease. Highly recommend!
June 2, 2013Initials hidden
Professionalism, courteous and very nice staff. Was in and out in no time!
July 18, 2014Initials hidden
Very professional, clean office. I was treated great and had no issues.
September 26, 2013Roberto H.Verified patient
The staff always takes the time to listen. And they are all great.
January 22, 2013Eugenia C.Verified patient
Clean professional office and Staff. Highly recommend.
July 26, 2011Vincent R.Verified patient
answered all my questions and were very courteous
August 29, 2018Initials hidden
Booked with Zocdoc and showed up to a locked office. When I called the number on their sign the rude woman on phone said they don’t come in on Friday and don’t honor Zocdoc appointments.
I have been a patient for a few years. They do garbage work. I had to get a tooth pulled that Kelner did a root canal on. After she was done she said “that turned out good, they usually don’t.” OK
November 14, 2024Allison N.Verified patient
Do Lelner one of the best dentist in Staten Island, you will never feel the pain from doing the filling at all, she is very expert
February 16, 2020Nahed S.Verified patient
Great office and great team
February 16, 2020Nahed S.Verified patient
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Kelner for 8 years and she is the absolute best! I never wait more than 10 mins to be seen and she’s always so kind! I’ll never see anyone else!
March 17, 2019Sarina T.Verified patient
I saw her associate and he was great. The staff was very nice and made me feel very comfortable. I will remain a longtime patient there..i was very satisfied with the care
More than 1 year agoVictoria S.Verified patient
The front desk lady is very nice, the office was very clean. The doctor herself is extremely pleasant and helpful. I highly recommend this office, also the wait was under 10 minutes which is amazing for a dentist office! Very satisfied with my visit!!!
March 29, 2016Yekaterina Y.Verified patient
It was ok....small place....one person as receptionist and assistant...did not like that they spoke in their language in front of me.
More than 1 year agoJean C.Verified patient
The staff was great. My x-rays were taken right away. I had the greatest cleaning, I ever had. Hygienist was very gentle. Doctor explained everything. I found myself a great dentist. Will bring my whole family here.
October 22, 2015Galina DVerified patient
Professional service.
September 14, 2015Leida K.Verified patient
Waist of time
August 10, 2015Initials hidden
The staff was great. And our x-rays, cleanings and exams were well done and professional. However, my husband and I had back to back appointments at 11 and 11:30 and when we arrived at 10:45, there were 8 people in the waiting room at least 2 of them said aloud that they also had 11 am appointments. We didn't get called until 11:40 for our 11 am appointment and then I was called at 12 for my 11:30. The front desk person apologized several times for the delay, explaining that the first few patients of the day had been late, slowing down the entire day. (The office is only open from 9-2 on Saturdays.) While I completely understand that this happens, it was a bit frustrating and not the very best first impression of the office!
On top of this, we were asked to complete the paperwork I had submitted in advance via the doczoc website while booking my appointment online. I explained this and was told that their computer system was down. I reminded them that I had completed the paperwork about a month ago online and it should be saved accessible via zocdoc. Upon further checking, it was located. Again, just a little frustrating!
But once inside for the actual appointments, everything was positive and, as of now, my husband and I do plan to return to the office for ongoing care.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Most of the staff is great and helpful.
April 10, 2015Jasmine K.Verified patient
Loverly doctor super gentle I used to hate the dentist but now Ill go every six months because of him, best dentist hands down !
February 5, 2015Kristaly M.Verified patient
They honestly care about their patients
December 26, 2014Khaireya B.Verified patient
This was my first time seeing Dr. Kelner. She is a very professional dentist. Knows what she is talking about and is very kind to her patients. The office has this welcoming atmosphere. She answers any questions you have and heads you down the right path. Will see her in a few weeks and I am excited to go back to the dentist.
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November 14, 2014Initials hidden
Looks like they live in the same building or her front desk personnel is doing her laundry in this office... While I was in the chair, dr. Kelner was looking for her tools in all drawers and was assisting another patient in the next room... My appointment was one of the first one and she was 10 minutes late. Will not go there again and would not recommend as this office didn't meet my criteria of standard dentist office.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
repeat customer
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Still had to fill out paperwork, could not pull up my files from their computer, but execellent work by staff, cleaning, x-rays and recommendations. Will go back for fillings.
April 5, 2014Francisco R.Verified patient
They were quick, clean and gentle with my teeth. I didn't wait that long it was only about 15 minute wait!!! I recommend this dentist.
November 6, 2013Initials hidden
I am a 42 year old African American male and I have had many experiences in the dentist chair. My experiences have all been relatively decent though I will say I'm no fan of the experience in general. That said, my recent visit with Dr. Kelner was the most uninformative, unwelcoming and most painful I've had to date.
I switched from my assigned primary dentist to Dr. Kelner because of the ZocDoc reviews that were so favorable for her (and because of the bad reviews for my assingned dentist). Her receptionist/assistant was decent to me though never did I feel especially welcomed, though that didn't bother me all that much. The first thing I noticed upon meeting Dr. Kelner was a look of disappointment. I won't try to establish why this might have been the case but it was completely apparent and discomforting. After telling her about a pain on the upper left side of my mouth she spent one (1) minute investigating my mouth to find nothing wrong. She then had her receptionist/assistant take upwards of 6 x-rays. And then there was the cleaning. I did not come for a cleaning I merely wanted to get a consultation, but a cleaning was offered so I gladly excepted thanking her for making time as she was tending to two other patients simultaneously with me going from room to room. She was most insensitive, carving away at my teeth like a carpenter to wood. As I squirmed in the chair in obvious agony her only conciliatory act was to say "I know, I know" as she continued to aggressively grind away at my mouth.
I will never go to her again and I would recommend that unless you really like pain and like to feel unimportant to stay away from this dentist.
December 18, 2012Dorian S.Verified patient
It was wonderful
April 7, 2013Anastacia C.Verified patient
The doctor did not introduce herself to me and the entire staff speaks another language, so they are always talking in front of you in another language and it is very uncomfortable.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The staff was very helpful I had a problem with my insurance and they were very eager to help. On the chair they were very concerned with my well being and making sure I was comfortable. Dr.Kelner is a great Dentist and her bed side manner is great. Going to start bringing my kids to her practice.
December 1, 2011Richard R.Verified patient
I brought my 4 month old baby boy, and the receptionist was so helpful entertaining him when I was in the chair. Very nice.
The cleaning was not so bad either- I remember getting a cleaning from a previous dentist, and I felt like I was being butchered!
May 15, 2012Sarah G.Verified patient
Thumb-up!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I was shown extra care and concern for my children and myself. It felt good to have that one to one so many health professionals have forgotten.
July 12, 2012Eugenia C.Verified patient
Nice office. Good and fast service.
December 12, 2011Vladimir S.Verified patient
i had an emergency situation and the doctor accommdated me without question. Very clean,friendly ,professional office and staff. The doctor was wonderful.
June 27, 2011Sally C.Verified patient
Dr. Kelner and her staff are highly recommended. I was given an appointment even before the scheduled time... and was attended immediately.
August 29, 2010Glenda M.Verified patient
Dr. Kelner and her staff were very professional and made you feel comfortable during the procedure. The wait time was a little long but it seemed like one of those days that if something could go wrong it did. I highly recommend Dr. Kelner.
August 13, 2010Paul J.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Lillian Kelner work with?
Dr. Lillian Kelner works with Seaview Dental Center.
Where is Dr. Lillian Kelner's office located?
Dr. Lillian Kelner's office is located at 430 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY 10305.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lillian Kelner?
Dr. Lillian Kelner 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. Lillian Kelner on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Lillian Kelner speak?
Dr. Lillian Kelner speaks English and Russian.
How do patients rate Dr. Lillian Kelner in reviews?
139 patients have reviewed Dr. Lillian Kelner. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.25/5. They have a 4.39/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.14/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.