“I would recommend Dr. Pillai to everyone. She was wonderful, and so was the entire staff. I was nervous since I have not been to the dentist in a very long time ( I'm talking years). They made me feel at ease and no one made me feel bad for not having been to the dentist in a long time. They addressed all of my issues, and I am in the process of getting back on track with my dental health. I will be going to her from now on, and keeping up with my visits to ensure this never happens again. I'm just sad I waited so long and lived with the pain as long as I did before going to this office. ”
Kerry S.March 24, 2026
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“I would recommend Dr. Pillai to everyone. She was wonderful, and so was the entire staff. I was nervous since I have not been to the dentist in a very long time ( I'm talking years). They made me feel at ease and no one made me feel bad for not having been to the dentist in a long time. They addressed all of my issues, and I am in the process of getting back on track with my dental health. I will be going to her from now on, and keeping up with my visits to ensure this never happens again. I'm just sad I waited so long and lived with the pain as long as I did before going to this office. ”
Kerry S.March 24, 2026
“The staff was incredibly friendly and professional . The Doctor did not push or try to sway my opinion on how to proceed with my treatment ”
William V.March 13, 2026
About Dr. Lynna Pillai
Dr. Lynna Pillai is a 2005 graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA. She was born and raised in Elmont, NY. Upon graduation, Dr. Pillai went on to complete a residency in Advanced General Dentistry at NYU Lutheran Medical Center where she received advanced training in all aspects of dentistry including root canal therapy, crown and bridge, cosmetic dentistry and implants.
Dr. Pillai has lived in Michigan for the past 16 years where she owned her own private dental practice. She is excited to be back home in NY with her family. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her husband Justin, and three children Akhil, Leila, and Zayne.
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Popular visit reasons
Dental Cleaning
Dental Consultation
Dental Emergency
Lingual Bar Retainers
Missing Teeth
New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)
Retainer Checkup
Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) Pain
Dental Cleaning
Dental Consultation
Dental Emergency
Lingual Bar Retainers
Office location
Lynna Pillai DMD
8285 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 3C, Woodbury, NY 11797
Dental School - Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Dental Medicine
NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn, Residency in Advanced General Dentistry
Languages spoken
English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1588799472
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
4.91
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I've been dreading the dentist for a while now I gotta say it couldn't have been a better experience, nice and professional.
Less than 1 year agoDP
Great staff excellent care and Dr Pillai is exceptional. Very gentle caring patient and careful.
February 27, 2026Judith S.Verified patient
You will love this dentist. Great people throughout practice. Practice & professional. Go there. You will not regret it.
Less than 1 year agoSV
Dr. Pillai and staff are very caring and kind. Pleasant atmosphere. They go above and beyond schedule your appointment.
Less than 1 year agoBR
Appointment was booked and confirmed via zocdoc, office was closed and no one was answering the number provided.
April 30, 2025Khaliq S.Verified patient
Dr Pillai goes above and beyond to accomodate your needs She is kind and patient. Staff is excellent.
Less than 1 year agoMM
Cleanest ,friendly staff service was great I would highly recommend this office ??
November 12, 2025Kamlawattie P.Verified patient
Great dental care. Friendly staff. They make you feel very comfortable, nice clean office.
Less than 1 year agoNK
Great experience. Great staff. Overall wonderful time. Highly recommend.
Less than 1 year agoKS
Dr. Pillai is amazing kind, warm, gentle. Highly recommend.
Less than 1 year agoTR
Wow just wow. Best dental expierence. Highly recommend.
Less than 1 year agoYA
I would recommend Dr. Pillai to everyone. She was wonderful, and so was the entire staff. I was nervous since I have not been to the dentist in a very long time ( I'm talking years). They made me feel at ease and no one made me feel bad for not having been to the dentist in a long time. They addressed all of my issues, and I am in the process of getting back on track with my dental health. I will be going to her from now on, and keeping up with my visits to ensure this never happens again. I'm just sad I waited so long and lived with the pain as long as I did before going to this office.
March 24, 2026Kerry S.Verified patient
The staff was incredibly friendly and professional . The Doctor did not push or try to sway my opinion on how to proceed with my treatment
March 13, 2026William V.Verified patient
Amazing and very comfortable experience , friendly service, knowledgeable staff, beautiful office with modern equipment. Highly recommend!
February 28, 2026Daniel S.Verified patient
My visit with Dr. Lynna Pillai and her staff was a very pleasant dental experience. Her caring assistant was welcoming and made starting the dental visit a breeze with taking the x-rays and gathering the info/reasons. Dr. Lynna herself was very gentle yet thorough and was a breath of fresh air to see how genuinely interested she was in patient care.
My thanks to Dr. Lynna and her assistant for making my visit so pleasant and free of any anxiety or pain.
January 7, 2026Usha J.Verified patient
Very good experience.
December 15, 2025Luis D.Verified patient
They made my experience great. The staff was so accommodating, that it was worm and welcoming. It made it a feel safe easygoing and to not be nervous. The doctor was very caring about me. Made me feel better about having her as my dentist. The staff all where friendly and made the experience better. That is a place I could definitely keep going to. As well as tell others this is the best dentist ever.
December 10, 2025Jared C.Verified patient
Amazing
September 2, 2025SHAWN M.Verified patient
I’m an admittedly nervous dental patient, but I couldn’t have felt more comfortable here! All of the staff members were amazing and you can tell they’re passionate about what they do. The Dental Assistant Theresa was comforting and fun - the office is full of good vibes! - and Dr. Pillai was caring, educational and thorough. Dare I say I’m looking forward to returning for my follow-up appointment?
August 19, 2025Melanie K.Verified patient
I had an incredibly positive experience at Dr. Pillai’s office and was truly impressed. From the moment I sat down, her assistant was so kind and made me feel completely at ease. Dr. Pillai herself was amazing—she took the time to explain everything clearly, and I really appreciated that she presented me with all available options without feeling any pressure. As someone who’s had some less-than-ideal dental experiences in the past, this was a refreshing change, and I’m grateful for the care and professionalism shown by everyone at the office. I am excited to continue visiting her and I highly recommend!
July 31, 2025Abinaya K.Verified patient
Dr. Pillai makes going to the dentist a wonderful experience. Incredibly personable person who actually care about your health. She is very careful and patient. Please go see her.
Less than 1 year agoJV
Quick easy pain fast visit.
Less than 1 year agoSV
Clean, professional. Best visit.
Less than 1 year agoRT
They have been taking care of me for years. I highly recommend them. Very honest professional and caring. It's like visiting family. If you want great care, this is where you need to go.
Less than 1 year agoRT
Best dental experience. Highly recommend.
Less than 1 year agoLK
Giving Dr. Pillai 10 out of 10. Clean office, professional, and friendly. Dr. Pillai will be your dentist for all your dental needs.
Less than 1 year agoJS
Awesome professional service. As always clean environment. Office staff is very courteous and professional too all told pleasant experience at the dentist.
Less than 1 year agoMS
I recommend Dr. Pillai to everyone who is looking for a new dentist. She is friendly, talented and brilliant. It's a pleasure going here for dental work.
Less than 1 year agoGN
Explained all options very happy with visit.
Less than 1 year agoLQ
Dr. Lynna Pillai is the kind of dentist who makes you feel genuinely cared for from the moment you walk in. Her attention to detail, gentle approach, and ability to explain everything clearly made a typically nerve-wracking visit surprisingly comfortable. You can tell she truly loves what she does and it shows in her work.
Less than 1 year agoJP
Amazing Dental experience.
Most gorgeous accommodating office very high tech very clean.
Staff was very knowledgeable and pleasant to be around highly recommend
Less than 1 year agoTV
Just had a cleaning and check-up, and I couldn’t be happier! The staff was super welcoming from the moment I walked in. The doctor was gentle but thorough—my teeth feel amazing. The dentist explained everything clearly during the exam and made me feel totally at ease. I really appreciated how professional and friendly everyone was. If you’re looking for a place that’s clean, calm, and cares about your comfort, this is it. Highly recommend!
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Frequently asked questions
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Lynna Pillai?
Generally, Dr. Lynna Pillai has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Pillai's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lynna Pillai?
Dr. Lynna Pillai frequently sees patients for Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Dental Emergency, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) Pain. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lynna Pillai on their profile.
47 patients have reviewed Dr. Lynna Pillai. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 4.91/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.