Stephen J Klein, DDS, PC

I’m not trying to deter anyone from seeing this office, rather encouraging to know what to ask beforehand if they don’t offer it upfront. I trust that these people are all inherently nice and the other reviews hold true. This are just facts of my experience. I came referred to this office for a consult on my infected molar and they did not offer anything, but to extract. He pulled my infected tooth without examining it or offering an option of antibiotics — fact not opinion. They spent more time trying to setup an implant appt than explaining about the original reason for coming — fact not opinion (I timed it). I spent more time in their recovery hutch than in «operation» — fact not fiction. The technicians were very nice and attentive checking if I had any discomfort. They did not explain on the effects of extracting i.e. eventually the remaining teeth can shift so an implant is likely inevitable. They never discussed how much for the extraction nor the estimated costs of an implant (it’s about $ 4−6K FYI) — fact not opinion. Even my regular dentist felt badly that there was no consultation just extraction. Look at their office interior design and think about it. Anyone who wants details can contact me. I never accept or receive incentives for reviews — social media or in person. — fact not opinion.

I very highly recommend Dr. Klein. I had 2 wisdom teeth extracted by him 7 years ago, and when my other wisdom tooth began to bother me earlier this year I went back to him to have it taken care of. He used general anesthesia/​sedation both times, so I have no recollection of the actual procedures whatsoever, which is exactly how I like it! All I know is that I came in, sat in the chair, fell asleep and woke up having no more wisdom teeth and not being in any pain. I felt great the next day and was able to return to work right away. Dr. Klein’s office is also very clean and nice, recovery rooms are nice, staff is super helpful and equipment seems top-​notch (as far as I can say not being a dentist). Dr. Klein also is very easy and pleasant to communicate with. He’s in my insurance network so the procedure got covered and my out of pocket cost was only $ 287. I must say though that his entire bill (that was sent to the insurance) was more than reasonable. It was less than what my other dentist charged me for a root canal. Highly recommend Dr. Klein!

Dr. Klein is the best doctor ever!!! I cannot believe how beautiful the office is and how great the people are there. He moved from the above address almost 2 years ago, but only a block or so a way. so it was very easy to find. I was very nervous to go but in the end, there was nothing to it. He was very professional and had a great manner about him. The fees were totally in line and they take a lot of insurance. I would definitely recommend Dr. Klein to my friends and family. if you have any doubts, go, you will be glad you did!

I had my wisdom teeth taken out for the first time and, I was very nervous.
Dr. Klein was very friendly and helpful explaining in words that I would understand. He also estimated how much it will cost for me to pay before the anesthesia, which helped to relax a bit as well.
I had IV and that knocked me down completely. When I woke up, I was wondering when it would actually start not knowing it was already done…
After the surgery, sitting for half hour in the recovery room, I was aware of things a lot more than I expected. I could understand most of after care instruction that receptionist went over with me and my husband. She was very helpful, too.
I took a prescription after I picked up and went to sleep when I got back home.
It didn’t swell at all. I just felt awkward in my mouth. I did not have to miss work even the next day of the surgery.
After a week, when back to the office to get stitches taken out, which took only 3 minutes.
It’s been a month since the surgery and I feel great!
I’m very happy with this office and planing going back to Dr. Klein for other 2 next year.

I just had 2 widsom teeth extracted this morning. I decided to go ahead and write my review now while it is fresh in my head :) I was recommended by dentist Dr. Stephen Alper in NY, NY on 19^th street (recommend him). I had very high expectations from hearing stories from my dentist and reading other reviews. I was told you definitely want the sedation instead of just a local. Btw, I have Aetna PPO and Klein is in network, so my total out of pocket for two was only $ 287 which was less than I expected. If you have teeth worked on for both sides of your mouth, the insurance will cover. I actually had enough money in my FSA to cover the balance.
But, the results were a little less than expected. First, I had to wait 1 hour and 15 minutes extra to get started. They said that the previous patient was late and they had issues with his surgery. Fine, I had waited long enough anyway (by putting it off) it didn’t matter to me. Mine weren’t bothering me (and I am 38) but they were hard to clean and were susceptible to infection. I had the day off from work so I wasn’t in a hurry anyway.
Dr. Klein seems to be very well educated and experienced so I wasn’t worried. He totally prepped me for what was going to happen. Some things didn’t go as planned though. I was told that I would be asleep within 2 minutes. I never really fell asleep much. Had my eyes open. They local shots were painful. The IV worked fine at first and I felt a little sleepy, but then it had problems so they tried other veins (about 7 before they found one on my hand). I think it really never took though. I was told that I would wake up feeling that I had lost time and wondering when they would start, when actually it would be over. I have had other out patient surgeries with general anesthesia, and that was the case. My lower right tooth had issues coming out and I was awake the whole time. It was painful (about a 7 on a 10 scale) and it was a lot of pulling and pronging. I was moaning in pain as he kept trying again and again to get it out. It would be pull, pull, pull, drill, drill, drill (I think he was breaking it up… btw neither of mine were impacted). I kept looking at them (him and the assistant) to hope they realized I was awake!) but it was obviously irrelevant. When it was over I told him that I thought I was awake most of the time. He said he did that on purpose because one was so difficult, although I remember him taking out both. He asked me how long and I said 30 minutes and he said it took an hour. The other tooth was easier… it was grown out more. I just expected the operation part to go so much smoother, namely me remembering none of it.
Now that it’s over though, I do think he did a good job. The anti inflammatory that he puts in the IV as well (in the beginning when I think it was working) really helps with swelling. I really think the aftermath pain is minimal. I do feel like he knows what he’s doing and I would go back to him. I am just not so sure the sedation was very effective for me. I kind of wish an anesthesiologist was there to run that part of it. I felt he was trying to work and monitor that too. Of course, based on experience, the additional anesthesiologist person charges a lot more.
On another note, the pain meds that he subscribed were Vico-​profen, which to me is no better than taking 800mg of Ibuprofen. Not that effective. But, have to say, I am not in too much pain at this point and the surgery ended 7 hours ago.