Dr. Michelle Katz, DDS

Dr. Michelle Katz, DDS

Orthodontist
474 6th Ave, New York, NY
4.41
“Incredibly attentive visit from both the staff and the doctor. They clearly prioritized the patient. Will be coming back!”
Eleanor C.January 7, 2026
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.41

Average wait time

4.90

Bedside manner

4.72
“Incredibly attentive visit from both the staff and the doctor. They clearly prioritized the patient. Will be coming back!”
Eleanor C.January 7, 2026
“I took my 6-year-old daughter Riley to see Dr. Katz, and I’m so glad we found her. Dr. Katz was incredibly gentle and kind with Riley, which made the whole experience so much easier. I was honestly stressed about taking her to the dentist, but Dr. Katz immediately made us feel comfortable, and I know she will be Riley’s dentist moving forward. The entire staff was wonderful as well—everyone was warm and welcoming. I forgot the assistant’s name, but she was also so nice and patient. Thank you for making Riley’s first experience such a positive one!”
Riley F.September 17, 2025

About Dr. Michelle Katz

Dr. Michelle Katz completed her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree at New York University College of Dentistry. At NYU, Dr. Katz participated in two outreach programs to Nicaragua to provide dental healthcare to a community lacking the proper resources to receive dental care. Dr. Katz attended Montefiore Medical Center and completed a one-year general practice residency. Dr. Katz pursued her specialty training in Orthodontics at Jacksonville University. Dr. Katz ‘s affiliations include the American Association of Orthodontics and American Dental Association. Dr. Katz resides in New York City with her husband Jeffrey, a practicing dentist she met while at NYU.

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Popular visit reasons

Braces / Retainer Checkup
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Dental Consultation
Orthodontic Adjustment
Orthodontic Consultation
Orthodontist Follow Up
Pediatric Dentist Consultation
Teeth Whitening
Braces / Retainer Checkup
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Dental Consultation
Orthodontic Adjustment

Office locations

LAVAAN (1 of 2)
474 6th Ave, New York, NY 10011
LAVAAN (2 of 2)
1196 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10028
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthodontics

Education and training

  • Dental School - New York University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
  • Jacksonville University, Certificate in Advanced Orthodontics
  • Montefiore Medical Center, Residency in General Practice

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1740651736

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.41
Wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.72
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Incredibly attentive visit from both the staff and the doctor. They clearly prioritized the patient. Will be coming back!
Verified patient
Dr. Katz takes the pain out of the procedure. She is an excellent care giver and I couldn't be happier with my results.
My teeth have never been whiter or more perfectly aligned. The ease of my experience has made me a lifelong patient.
The whole process was smooth and fast. Dr Katz is friendly, listens well and seems competent and knowledgeable.
I took my 6-year-old daughter Riley to see Dr. Katz, and I’m so glad we found her. Dr. Katz was incredibly gentle and kind with Riley, which made the whole experience so much easier. I was honestly stressed about taking her to the dentist, but Dr. Katz immediately made us feel comfortable, and I know she will be Riley’s dentist moving forward. The entire staff was wonderful as well—everyone was warm and welcoming. I forgot the assistant’s name, but she was also so nice and patient. Thank you for making Riley’s first experience such a positive one!
Verified patient
The consultation was very informative. She took pictures and explained everything. The consult fee was a let down though. Others we went to did free consults. Decided on someone else.
Excellent service and attention.
Verified patient
She was horrible with the cleaning. I had to see her last minute because my retainers had come off. When I returned home to see my usual doctor, he had to do all the rework because she had done such a horrible job.
I think ZocDoc needs to be a bit more clear. This is a very basic orthodontist that only really can offer braces or whitening. I was hoping to have someone who could offer other options for me but quickly realized I would not have this choice (for example basic dental options like fixing a chip in a tooth, veneers, etc). I would not have gone to the appointment if I had known this. I also asked the receptionist how much the co pay was in an email and she didn't answer. Wouldn't have gone had I known how high it was.
Verified patient
Very convenient. Would highly recommend anyone!
Verified patient
My visit at Dr. Katz office was great. The staff is very friendly & I was seen immediately. Even if I had to wait I wouldn't have minded; each room has a TV & I felt right at home! Dr. Katz took the time to listen to my concerns aesthetically financially & come up with a treatment plan to meet all my needs. Highly recommended office.
The entire team at LAVAAN is so knowledgeable. Dr. Katz's skill takes away all my worries and I'm so thrilled with the outcome.
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Where is Dr. Michelle Katz's office located?

Dr. Michelle Katz has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Dr. Katz's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Katz have?

Dr. Michelle Katz is certified by American Board of Orthodontics.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michelle Katz?

Dr. Michelle Katz frequently sees patients for Braces / Retainer Checkup, Dental Consultation, Orthodontic Consultation, Pediatric Dentist Consultation, and Teeth Whitening. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michelle Katz on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Michelle Katz speak?

Dr. Michelle Katz speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Michelle Katz in reviews?

34 patients have reviewed Dr. Michelle Katz. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.41/5. They have a 4.72/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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