Had been a patient of Dr. Ruden for many years. Once he sold the practice to Great Expressions all they do is add services you don't need only to line their pockets. Most recently I was told I needed a cap for a tooth they drilled with a cavity or so they said was a cavity. I couldn't get a timely appointment, so I decided to seek a second opinion. With X-rays in hand I went to the new dentist, by the way is out East. He reviewed the X-rays and explained that the tooth I was told needed a cap in fact didn't need a cap only a filling, in addition a previous tooth that was drilled because i had a "cavity" in fact had not needed a filling. Stay away from this facility if you Value your teeth. Don't line the pockets of these unscrupulous thieves. read more

My wife and I have been patients for over 30 years and our kids for over 20. We love Dr. Ruden and the terrific staff. I have had crowns, an implant, root canals, all with excellent outcomes and always done professionally and with great care. Our children have reached adulthood without ever having a cavity! Can't imagine going to another dentist. read more

Dr. Ruden and the team were amazing! I had an chipped tooth that (as you can imagine) I wanted to get addressed immediately. The team told me to come in right away and had a temporary fitted within hours and a new tooth within 10 days! Frankly I think my tooth looks better now than it did before so perhaps this was all a blessing in disguise. Thank you Dr. Ruden and team! read more

I starting visiting theSea Cliff office of Great Expressions earlier this year, and am extremely impressed with the facility. The office staff is exceptional. Leslie is gracious, efficient, warm and welcoming, as is Mary, Rosemarie, and the others. Dr. Herman, who recently replaced retiring Dr. Ruden, is very competent, conscientious and caring. My sincerest thanks to all at Great Expressions, in Sea Cliff for outstanding service. read more

I have been here many times and really like this office. It's very clean and comfortable for me. Dr. Ruden is very professional, skillful, nice and takes the time to explain all treatment options. The entire staff has done a great job at restoring my teeth. Very helpful with scheduling too. read more

just replaced two teeth this is the best dental office in America-dr ruden is sheer genius and a pleasure-his staff is phenomenal Joel NY read more

I was referred to dr. Ruden by a friend and went there for dental care after a root canal. This was my first root canal so I wasn't sure of the standard procedure, and dr. Ruden recommended that I do not get a crown. The tooth ended up with hairline fractures all the way up to the bone and I ultimately needed an extraction, bone graft, and implant to fix. Awful. read more

Such a wonderful experience! I had a terrible toothache, waited a week to go to a dentist. Thank goodness I went to Dr. Ruden, not only did they make the time to see me, but they also did the necessary procedure to fix me, that same day! The entire office staff was caring, professional and knowledgeable. I would definitely refer my friends. Sincerely, Feliciana read more

Word to the Wise. Hold onto your wallet with both hands!!!. I made the appointment for my 84 year old father. He didn't need much more then a simple exam and cleaning. One of my goals was to help save him some money. He is now living here in NY with us and is on a fixed income. He couldn't get out of there for less then $500.00 !!!! bucks.Ouch ! And he said the cleaning wasn't even done well. They forced all the extra's onto his tab.Including the X-rays he didnt want or need. Outrageous.! read more

I've been going to this place for probably 7 or 8 years now. I very much enjoy the family/community vibe it has. Christine is my hygienist and she is fantastic! Dr. Ruden is great too. Luckily, I have never needed extensive work on my teeth so there's not much for him to do with me except inspect but he's always so pleasant. Totally recommend this place. Very clean and they are pretty much always on time. I think my longest wait there was for 5 minutes. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Steven Ruden's for over 20 years. He has provided the absolute best care for myself and my father. I would never go anywhere else. When I walk into the office I know I will be treated with utmost kindness and professionalism from him & his staff,Leslie & Clara. Going to the dentist is pleasure with Dr Ruden taking care of me. I also travel almost an hour to the office and it's worth the trip. Very lucky to have this health care provider making me smile ! read more

Dr. Ruden has been my families dentist for years now. I couldn't be happier with the level of care I and my family receive from him and his outstanding team. Very professional, always there to help you, and ensures you know what's happening with your teeth every step of the way. If you are looking for a dentist look no further Dr. Ruden is your guy. Give Leslie a call today to book an appointment. As for dental hygienists Lorraine is an outstanding. read more

Always a great visit! Every single member of staff is so friendly, professional and good at their job. I would highly recommend! They have saved my teeth. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Ruden for many years. He manages to balance warmth, compassion and humor with professionalism. He and his staff never fail to make you completely comfortable and assured that you are in the best of hands. During this time I moved over an hour away. I tried a couple of local dentists, but I had already been spoiled by the impeccable care I had received with Dr. Ruden and his amazing staff, for both routine care and complicated issues. I resigned myself to the fact that they are definitely worth the drive. I wholeheartedly recommend this office without reservation. read more

I have been going to Dr Ruden since 1976, and from day one he has treated me and my teeth with the utmost care and quality!...You are what you eat and believe me if you have problems with that, Dr Ruden and his staff can turn your life around! The staff is beyond the best, and his staff is so committed to the service and quality, that they don't stay for years, they stay for decades. This is the first place to go before trying any new dental services and you will be writing a raving review of your own here. read more

I have been a patient of Dr, Ruden's for years. The trust I have in him and the professionalism and friendliness of his staff goes beyond words. Leslie, Lorraine, Lauren, Clara, too many wonderful people to name. Like many people, I had a fear of dentists, mine being caused by a medical problem I had as a kid. I actually held onto Dr. Ruden's card for 2 years until I had no choice but to go. The compassion and care I was given was incredible. If you want a dentist who truly cares about your well being and a staff that follows suit, go see Dr. Ruden, you won't be disappointed! read more

Let me start off with I hadn't been to the dentist in like 3+ years I know shame on me, but I'd moved and just haven't gotten to it. So I ended up at Dr. Ruden's Office, basically because he's right around the corner to me, but let me tell you, he has been amazing! I was extremely anxious going in because it's been so long and they all made me feel at home and gave me the confidence to get back on track with my dental health. It being such a long time since I'd went previously, of course I had a lot of work that needed done, but Dr Ruden and his team have been able to get it all done very efficiently and stress free! I will be recommending him to anyone and everyone I know from now on! read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Ruden for 22 years. My whole family uses their Dental services, which says a lot when you place that much trust in a professional like Dr. Ruden, their whole staff from administrative to Dental hygiene to dental care for the big stuff. Dr. Ruden put me back in the chair after many years of dental care avoidance because of my past phobia of going to the Dentist. That's big because my dental health and general health would deteriate rapidly, at my age, if I didn't stay on top of things. Dr. Ruden's and supporting staff bedside manner is so good, I am tempted to stop by and hang out just to talk, even when I don't need dental care. I went from total dental avoidance, to regular visits to stay on top of my dental hygiene. I can't say enough good things about my positive experiences and my ability to overcome my dental phobia with Dr. Rusen's help. I highly recommend using their services. Just be ready for Dr. Ruden to take you on a world tour. He has been everywhere and will verbally take you there too! read more

Dr Ruden has been my dentist for 31 years. I recently went in to have a loose crown recemented. I have a broken leg and when he asked what had happened, I explained that I had been on my motorcycle and hit by a car. He asked if I had any mental trauma associated with the accident and I told him I had just started expiriencing PTSD. He said he would speak to me after my cleaning and the crown was cemented in. When I was finished, he came into the room and explained to me the "havening" technique. This was a series of verbal exercises to help rid me of the painful memory of my accident. He asked me to visualize the accident and I immediately broke down. I was crying uncontrollably. I had been side swiped by a car which caued me to lose control of the bike and I smashed into the grill of a pick-up truck. The bike flipped over and I landed first onto the hood of the truck and then onto the pavement. I sustained a tibial plateau fracture and a large hematoma in the groin. He calmed me down and through a series of light touching, counting and verbal excersises, I was able to release the emotion attached to the accident. It was one of the most incredible expiriences of my life. I remember it now, but not with fear or sadness. It just "was". I am forever grateful to Dr. Ruden for ridding me of this emotional burden. I am also forever gratefl to Dr Ruden and his wonderful staff for a beautiful smile! Thank you all! *A special shout out to Leslie for just being so awesome! read more

My family and I have been using Dr. Ruden and staff for over 20 years. Everyone in the office is helpful and caring. I have never waited more than 10 minutes for my appointment. Dr. Ruden is knowledgeable, and has a very gentle touch! Very professional, I trust him completely. Lorraine is my hygienist and she is gentle and thorough. I recommend this office highly! read more

I have been going to Dr. Ruden since I've had teeth. My whole family uses his practice, and have been for the last 30 years. He's magnificent! A caring, knowledgeable, excellent dentist. Now that many of us have migrated down to Florida, we still come back to New York to see him. We wouldn't go anywhere else! read more