Going to the dentist isn't a visit anyone ever looks forward to, but Dr. Manuelian makes the experience a worthy one. It's not always easy finding a quality DDS, but rest assured he's the best amongst his peers at Astoria Modern Family Dentist (#1) on Steinway. Dr. Manuelian is calm, patient, and explains things in a gentle way. He's thorough with his work and never rushes folks out of their chairs. I found him to be quite reliable over the years as he was incredibly professional and extremely relatable. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a quality dentist. Astoria Modern Family Dental accepts all kinds of insurance. Head to their website or call directly to verify. The wait time is standard, though I'd recommend to book for an off-time (after lunch, morning) versus after work. ___________ (#1) https://www.yelp.com/biz/astoria-modern-family-dental-astoria-2 read more

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Dr. Richard Manuelian is the absolute best. He is thorough, kind, thoughtful, and answers any questions you may have. He is also efficient and runs his practice in a timely manner. Very little wait time, woo hoo! I love everyone who works there, the hygienists and front desk staff are all very sweet and really care about their patients. I know it sounds weird but I look forward to going to the dentist every six months. They make it a really painless experience, literally. read more

Always wasn't a big fan of a dental appointments, but this place is great. I first had cleaning appointment with Dr. Sue Yacovelli who was great! She took a great time to explain to me what is she doing and what are the causes of some issues. She really took good care of me. Yesterday, I visited Dr Richard Manuelian. It was great! I didn't feel anything, super quick, no pain, literally nothing. He took the time to explain to me what was going on and what would be the best next move. He also cares about what you insurance cover. I had great experience and I recommend to visit him with no hesitation. Thanks, Dr. Richard. read more

Finding and having a good dentist to go to is such a blessing, that I'm not really sure if it would be wise to share my great experience with Dr. Manuelian here. I don't want you to crowd up my future appointment slots. I haven't had much luck with dentists in general, in the last couple of years. Without going into much painful details, I found Dr. Manuelian on Yelp, with trusted reviews from fellow Yelpers (Megan V. and Megan C -- thank you so much). Made an appointment online, then with a lot of anxiety, I went to the practice. The staff turned out to be wonderful. (Maria is simply awesome, professional and friendly.) Dr. Manuelian is down to earth, patient, very trustworthy and most importantly does great dental assessment and work. Dr. Manuelian has mastered the art of injecting anesthetic. From my personal experiences with dentists and subjective pain tolerance, he really stands out. Over the summer, Dr. Manuelian moved his practice down the street and join a bigger dental group. It is now closer to the subway stop, with the same great staff. read more

Five stars for a dentist from someone who fears and loathes going to the dentist like I do is a testament to just how great Dr. Manuelian and his staff are. I haaaaaate going to the dentist. Truly. I get so worked up about it that I'm sick all day. My first impression of the office was a great one - his receptionist, Maria, is fantastic and goes above and beyond in answering all insurance related questions. She's very kind, in person and on the phone, and never seems rushed. I knew I had a lot of work to be done, a crown that I've been waiting until I had insurance to do, as well as some visible cavities I knew would need to be filled. My first appointment was for a cleaning and x rays to get a better idea of our plan of attack. The hygienist was sweet and efficient and the x ray process went quickly and painlessly. (As painlessly as it can be while chomping on big ol' plastic things.) In came Dr. Manuelian. He's nice and pretty no-nonsense and laid out quickly all the things I'd need to have done, and which were the highest priority. My favorite part was the complete lack of dentist shame!!! I HATE when dentists berate me for the state of my teeth. Yes, I KNOW I have things that need to be fixed...that's why I'm here. Please fix them and let me be. None of that from this guy! Loved it. He performed my cleaning, too, which impressed me because I'm used to hygienists doing it. Last night, I went in for step one of Project New Mouth and had a root canal. He made an altogether unpleasant thing smooth and as comfortable as possible, and sent me home with a prescription for painkillers to keep it that way. I'm thrilled to have found a dentist that makes almost makes me not hate going to the dentist. Almost. read more

I've been going to Dr. Manuelian for a few years now and he's awesome. He's professional, honest, and is conservative with his treatments which I appreciate. He's so great that I have my husband going to him now too. His bedside demeanor is kind and calm. The staff is friendly and helpful and the hygienist does an amazing job. I never wait long to be seen and I never have a problem booking appointments. I would 100% recommend him. I even changed my insurance to make sure he accepted it! (And I've been through a few dentists) read more

I completely agree with the other 5-Star reviews. I've read on ZocDoc reviews people saying things like, "It was literally painless!!" Let's be honest: That's crap. It's the dentist, and the topic of dentistry is not one which should misuse the word "literally". That said, it was definitely as painless as it could possibly be when a masked guy has a metal hook in my mouth. I cannot say enough nice things about Dr. Manuelian and his staff. They are professional and kind. If you're in the market for a family dentist in the Astoria area, you don't need to look any further. Their office is top-notch. read more

I was always afraid of going to the dentist, but Dr. Manuelian changed that. He's very nice, non-judgement and everything is painless. I had the most thorough cleaning ever; you can tell they really care about their work. Would definitely recommend! read more

You can't go wrong by making an appointment at Dr. Manuelian's. I came here for my 6 month cleaning and had an incredible experience from start to finish. The receptionist was super friendly and professional. My dental hygienist was knowledgeable and gentle in the cleaning process. She gave me some very tangible self-care tips and it was clear to me that she is passionate about the work she does. Dr. Manuelian was great too. He is experienced, knowledgeable, and gave me an honest second opinion. In my prior experiences at dental offices, I have noticed that many dentists err on the side of recommending more invasive dental treatments. Dr. Manuelian and his staff are not this way--they take a real preventive focus to dental care that I very much appreciated. read more

My mother went here yesterday Wed. Feb. 28. 2018 at 12.00 pm and she speaks a different language so she could not answer all the questions on the papers they give you to complete. My mother asked the he girl at the front to help her fill out the form but she did not help her but told her to leave find someone to fill out the questions which were just 3 that she did not answer and make another appointment to see the doctor. She could not help her to fill out those questions too bored and mean to do that! To help someone out. Disgusting to say the least! If you speak another language dont go there because noone is there to help you out . Needless to say we will no be making another appointment. read more

I just need to write a review on this place! I haven't been to the dentist in years do to my fearful and painful experiences I've been to in the past. When I finally NEEDED to go, I found Dr. Manuelian office on ZocDoc (who are great as well for finding you a doctor). When I walked in for my appointment I could almost shed a tear from the fear of seeing the dentist. The staff are SUPER AWESOME and FRIENDLY so they put me at ease. When I finally saw the doc for cleaning and fillings, he was very nice calm and easy with my mouth! He would ask from time to time if I was doing ok and if had any discomfort or needed a break to raise my hand. He wasn't mean about me not flossing much but kindly said I need to to prevent cavities and keep my teeth healthy! I recommend this place to anyone!!!! Best dentist ever! read more

The staff at Manuelian Family Dental were as friendly as can be and making appointments has been faster and easier than with any other dentist I've ever seen. They even have an automated text-bot to send you an appt reminder and accept a text as confirmation! I have never had to wait very long in the waiting room. I had 2 cavities filled by Dr. M and it was quick and completely painless. I don't know why I waited this long to get my first cavities! Lol. (and the office is right across the street from a little thrift store where I can reward myself for dental bravery by searching for treasures.) read more

Like a previous reviewer, I'm not a big fan of dentists and suffer from my share of dentist panic. After managing to avoid seeing a dentist altogether for... let's just say too long, I recognized that it wasn't optional anymore and decided to take the recommendation of a trusted friend who had raved to me about Manuelian Family Dental. I'm truly glad that I did, and now I'm the one doing the raving. Everything about my recent experiences there has been top-notch, from the ease of scheduling appointments, to the friendliness and professionalism of the staff, to Dr. M's impeccable bedside manner. I especially appreciated his calm, reassuring approach and his willingness to answer as many of my panicked questions as it took to put me at ease. Oh, and the work he did on my front choppers--about which I had a LOT of anxiety and self-consicousness going in--is outstanding. I feel good about my smile again and, maybe more importantly, I'm not scared to go back for my next routine cleaning. I'm giving Manuelian Family Dental five stars only because the scale doesn't go higher. It's that much better than any dentist I've ever been to. read more

Dr. Manuelian is so friendly and informative. He's not at all pushy, and offers great advice. I trusted him and his staff almost immediately. I love that they are open on weekends, and I really like that the dentist is the one who does the cleaning. It makes the whole experience seem less detached, and I feel safer knowing that he is examining my teeth for an extended amount of time. This place is great! read more

Love the guy. Will explain what the procedure is and what to expect. If you don't want to venture into the City, he is a great find in Astoria. Takes Delta Dental. read more

I'm usually not a reviewer, but this experience really warranted it! When I first walked in to this office, I was petrified. I have always hated the dentist. Two days ago though, I chipped a tooth and knew I had to do something about it. I looked for a dentist for a full day and after reading terrible review after terrible review, I stumbled upon Manuelian Family Dental. I made the appointment and got ready to be scared. I immediately told the staff when I arrived that I was really scared and that I had recently been laid off so I couldn't afford the dentist. They let me know that not only would they help me out, but that I should not be scared at all. They told me to sit in their reception area and take deep breaths and that everything would be fine. About 2 minutes later, they came and took me back to the dreaded dentist chair. Dr. Manuelian came in and looked at my chip, told me it was really not a big deal and that it would be fixed in minutes. He then told me the prices of everything, told me what the procedure would be like, and told me that new clients get $50 off their first cleaning! After I agreed to all of this, he not only fixed the chip, but explained the whole process to me as he was fixing it. Then he cleaned my teeth himself!!! I've NEVER had a dentist do that. Usually it's the hygienist. It never hurt at all and I was done in under an hour. While he was polishing my newly clean teeth, he was telling me about a recent volunteer trip he made to Armenia. He then told me how to avoid having problems with my teeth in the future. After everything was over, I was so thrilled I actually asked if I could hug him! The staff here is the most friendly I've ever encountered. They are so willing to help you it's crazy. I will NEVER go to another dentist office, and I think I will never be afraid of it again. I would highly recommend you make this your permanent dentist too!! Thank you Dr. Manuelian and staff!!!!! You guys rock!!!! read more

I would highly recommend this office. The staff are SUPER friendly and helpful. The doctor is personable, honest and reasonable. No BS here. I do not have dental insurance, so the staff worked with me on payment options. I felt completely comfortable admitting how broke I am and felt no judgement from anyone. Due to my awful credit I had to get help from my father (at 32 years of age), but Maria in the office spoke directly to him and he was able to put the fee on his card that minute. After such a pleasant experience, I did not want to shop around for another dentist. Go here. You won't regret it. read more

Dr. Manuelian and his team are fantastic. The doctor himself is professional, thorough and very nice. Everyone I've dealt with in the office has been similarly lovely. They are an efficient operation but don't make you feel rushed or like you're not getting the attention you need. I want to give a special shout out to Mary at the front desk, who went above and beyond to help me find the office after I'd gone to their old address for my first appointment. It was late in the day and, as a new patient, she had no idea who I was, but she was so kind and patient. It made a big impression on me and is definitely part of why I keep coming back. read more

I an petrified of the dentist and was nervous for days before going to see Dr. Manuelian but he was AMAZING. I didnt feel anything - hes so kind and gentle and gentle and really cares about his patients. Not like other Dentists in astoria who treat you like cattle at a factory. I have since recommended Dr. Manuelian to my friends and family and would reccomend him to anyone. read more

This was the very best dental experience I have ever had ! I had not been to the dentist in years and was feeling extremely nervous about my appointment. My fear was immediately put at ease once I walked in the door! The whole staff is very friendly! Dr. Manuelian took his time with me and performed the cleaning (which was very thorough) himself. I have found my dentist home :) read more

Great! Totally recommended. Painless, patient, communicative. I had 3 visits with Dr. Richard: a check-up, and two old fillings that had to be re-done. At the exam, Dr. Richard was very patient answering my questions (I had a few since it had been a few years since my last visit to a dentist), and he explained everything he was going to do. I was also impressed with the digital x-rays (less dangerous) and a tiny digital camera (so I could see exactly which fillings needed to be re-done). At my fillings, the anesthesia shot was mild, I hardly felt it. During the first filling (the more complicated of the two), I had my mouth wide open a long time, and my jaw was sore afterwards. I mentioned this to Dr. Richard before my next filling, and he did the filling really fast and without having to have my mouth so wide. The numbness wore off quickly, and I have no soreness in my gums and jaw at all! It's true that there was a wait for 2 out of 3 appts, but then, given that one filling only took about 30 minutes total (including settling up the tab), I can't complain! read more

This dentist is just GREAT!!! I live in Manhattan and was looking for a dentist with more affordable prices for a crown, after reading the reviews on "Manuelian Family Dental", I gave it a try, and I have been VERY PLEASED with my experience there. THey are very professional, the office is clean, the staff is friendly. Dr Manuelian really takes time for each patient and makes sure we are comfortable. The follow up is just as good. I have nothing bad to say. A++ read more

I went to Dr. Manuelian for the first time this week and I must say that I was very pleasantly surprised. I have a lot of work that needs to be done and he had no problem sitting with me and talking me through what needed to be done and options for what my insurance would and would not cover. He was very kind and made me feel like I was his only patient, unlike most dentist who seem to be a pit stop from room to room. I would highly recommend his office. read more

Dr. Manuelian and his team are awesome! I travel constantly and had great difficulty getting into to see him - he was super accommodating and provided great service. I moved back into the city and he remains my dentist. He and his team are top notch - I highly recommend them! read more

Dr, Manuelian is hands down the best dentist I've ever had. He's extremely knowledgable and patient I drew the genetic short straw, dentally speaking, and Dr. Manuelian worked from day-one to construct a long term plan for dealing with my various dental issues. And, maybe most importantly, he has always worked to effectively get me out of pain. In short, Dr. Manuelian is an outstanding dentist and I continue to bring my teeth to him even though I'm no longer in Queens. read more

After moving to Queens and going to some not-too-great dentists, I finally found a good one. Dr. Manuelian's Family Dental makes going to the dentist as pleasant as it can be. The staff is super friendly and accommodating. Dr. Manuelian himself is very nice and makes you feel at ease. My first appointment there was an emergency on New Years Eve. My crown had popped out and they fit me in within an hour of my call to glue it back in. I definitely recommend this practice to anyone looking for a dentist. read more

My husband and I both went to Manuelian Family Dental for our annual check-ups and cleanings. Dr. Manuelian put us at ease as soon as we came into the office. The office was very clean and comfortable and the overall experience excellent. As a dentist, Dr. Manuelian was thorough and gentle, not something you find very often with dentists. He explained everything he was doing along the way, a new experience for us both. Our visits went smoothly and we left feeling shiny and new. The office staff is excellent as well - helpful, informative and accomodating while helping us to schedule our appointments (we both have horrible work schedules). We have already recommended Dr. Manuelian to our family, friends, and their children, as he treats all age groups. We also recommend Manuelian Family Dental to anyone in the NYC area. read more

I've been calling and calling and no one answers the phone and there is no answering service. Does anyone know if this office is closed or has a new phone number? read more

This is now called Modern Family Dental in Astoria, NY. DR Manuelian doesn't cover all dental insurances so you won't be able to get his services like the reviews suggest. Apparently there are other dentists in the office that take many insurances but there aren't any other dentists rated here (boo). I was under the impression that if I called the office to make an appt that I would see Dr Manuelian when they approved my insurance but this is not the case. I have an appointment for January (8.5 weeks from now) with Steven Tran instead but going on the bases of Dr Manuelian reviews. In case of emergency go elsewhere. Side note the receptionist could be friendlier. Lets see!! More updates soon. read more

Dr Manuelian and staff and great! Best dentist I have ever been to, so easy and totally professional. Not one complaint from me- even when he gives shots to numb you prior to doing work, it's easy-breezy. I actually had a lot of work done over the last couple months and I'm happy to say that I now I have a dentist for life :) . I am another one of those people who really doesn't lke going to the dentist (who does? lol) but Dr. M is so good that I have no problem showing up. read more

I have been going to Dr. Manuelian for many years now (even before he began his current practice) and I highly recommend him to anyone. He is a true professional in his dental practice and makes the time to build a personable relationship that reflects the extent to which he cares for his patients. That is very important to me. Like looking for a good automobile mechanic to work on a luxury vehicle, you can trust Dr. Manuelian. He is extremely dedicated to providing the absolute best dental care in the City and that's a fact. When so many dental offices are more concerned with getting people in and out, with impersonal attention and care, Dr. Manuelian is the dentist who provides the genuine personal touch. He is very conscientious and detail-oriented. Whether it's a routine six-month checkup and cleaning, or getting fitted for veneers, Dr. Manuelian takes the time to do a thorough and precise exam. He takes the time to explain in detail what procedures will be necessary for preventive, restorative or even cosmetic work. And, when it comes to money, he is very up front about costs and wanting to provide care at the lowest possible cost to his patients. He even goes above and beyond by working with the insurance company before doing work to provide a real estimate of any out-of-pocket expenses. And, when I went to him for veneers, I ended up paying much less than I ever expected; and the quality of work is unsurpassed. So, if you are looking for a professional, yet personable dentist who treats people like human beings, make your next dental appointment with Dr. Manuelian. He also has an exceptionally friendly staff (office manager and dental assistant) who genuinely love their jobs and are clearly proud to be a part of Dr. Manuelian's practice. You will always be greeted with a warm smile and very friendly welcome. And rarely, if ever, do you have to wait longer than just a few minutes to be seated. Dr. Manuelian and his staff are very respectful of your time and keep appointments on-time, not waiting and wondering when you're next. Give Dr. Manuelian's office a call, and if nothing else, simply make an initial consultation appointment. You won't regret it, and like me, you could become his next long-term, regular patient. And, why not? :D read more

I have been going to Dr Manuelian since before he moved to the Astoria Modern Dental office. I am very happy with the level of care I have received with him. I have no complaints. If you are seeing a dental hygienist, ask for Sue. She is the best hygienist I have ever had. She is comforting and very thorough. I always trust that I am getting the the best cleaning when I am seen by her. 5 stars for Sue!!!! read more

Dr. Manuelian and his staff are the best! Very knowledgeable and informative, and I appreciate the fact that this is the first dentist I've been to in years that isn't trying to sell me on expensive products I don't need. Professional and friendly, they took great care of me and my teeth! read more