Patient Reviews
Patient Reviews
At Dental Arts of Rockland, we believe we offer something no other dental practice in Orangeburg, NY or the tri-county area can claim — a cozy, pampered experience that will have you looking forward to your next visit. You don't have to take our word for it, though. Over the years, we've received hundreds of reviews from patients who experienced our care and attention firsthand. Before scheduling your first appointment with our team, we invite you to take some time to read through the reviews we've collected here. When you're ready to discover a more beautiful smile, give our practice a call.
"Perfect combination of art and science. Dr Gellis is kind and very professional. He really knows his stuff and he makes an art of it. He’s quick and accurate. Combining that with the terrific staff makes a wonderful experience. So great that I recommended my spouse and he also had a great experience. We’re so glad we found Dr Gellis."
"I can't say enough about how pleased I am with my experience with Dr Gellis. They go above and beyond to create a positive experience. The office is clean and feels like you're at a spa! The office staff is helpful and pleasant. The prices are fair and they offer several payment options. Most importantly the dental work is excellent. Dr. Gellis and his staff truly care about doing everything they can to make you comfortable during your treatment. I'm so thankful that I can rely on them for all my dental needs."
"Dr. Gellis and his staff made me feel at ease and recommended a treatment plan that was tailored to my needs. I typically have some anxiety when going to the dentist , due to the sounds of the machinery. However, Dr. Gellis and his staff offered a laundry list of complimentary amenities such as a warm neck pillow, headphones, and warm hand wipe to put my anxieties at ease. They were even able to move up my appointment so that I could receive care sooner and did not need to prolong having my crown installed! Thank you so much for your thoughtful attention to detail and patient centered care approach! I'm already looking forward to my 6m cleaning!"
"Being a physician who was trained by international leaders in patient care, I expect any care that I receive personally to be of the highest standard, just as I would do. Dr. Gellis and his team are at the top of the pyramid, not only from a technical standpoint, but also in how they treat patients. This is the place to go for the best dentistry available."
"Kind and friendly caring atmosphere. .I actually look forward to going to the dentist. But it’s even much more than that. I’ve had bad experiences in the past and because of that have neglected my teeth . They helped me through my anxiety and treated me as if I was someone special. And that’s just it . Every patient to them is special. And every person who works there from Dr Gellis ,Collen , Megan , Randy , whoever you deal with is caring and kind. I wish all medical practices cared the same way."
"My daughter Heather is a special needs young lady. She LOVES going to the dentist. That’s typically unheard of, but she feels so comfortable with Dr Gellis and the staff especially Meagan. Beautiful office"
"Thank you thank you thank you for giving me my smile back! Dr. Gellis always there for you! Staff is top notch with a smile every time you walk in! The office redesign is a beautiful, light and airy! Need a great DDS this is the place to go! ST"
"I've been a patient since 2010 and the office staff is always warm and welcoming. Maryann is a 5-star hygienist, with a gentle touch, and Megan, Colleen, Randi are friendly and accommodating. Dr. Gellis and Dr. Shivana are attentive and professional."
"Dr. Gellis and all of his staff are fantastic. Highly recommend!"
"I cannot recommend Dr. Johnathan Gellis and the care team at Dental Arts of Rockland enough! I recently cracked my front tooth at work and was so upset—not just because the damage was front and center in my mouth, but because I’ve always had a fear of dentists due to bad past experiences in childhood. Dr. Gellis completely changed that for me. He fit me in for an emergency appointment at the last minute, even though my case was very difficult due to a lot of previous dental work. He saw how upset i was and knew i did not want to take the chance of the tooth coming out during non- business hours so even though the office was very busy - he came up with a plan and told me he would stay late to do the work. I went back at 6pm. He had to pull it and make a temporary that consisted of 3 temp teeth - i had been worried all day, but Dr. Gellis had a plan in place and reassured me every step of the way. I didn’t have to worry about a thing—he took care of everything, which made an overwhelming situation so much easier for me. On top of all that, Dr. Gellis worked tirelessly and with such precision to create the perfect temporary teeth. When he showed them to me, I actually cried (happy tears). The color matched perfectly, the size was flawless, and they looked completely natural. Not only is Dr. Gellis is incredibly skilled and meticulous in his work, but he’s also kind, compassionate, and truly cares about his patients. He made sure the entire process was painless, even the injections, which I usually dread. The staff are also amazing. They do everything possible to make an unpleasant situation the best it can be. I walked in the door and was greeted by Meghan, who greets everyone with a smile, always remembers me and makes me feel at home, offering heated blankets, paraffin treatment, neck wraps etc. and making sure you get in to see the dentist timely. Then Colleen assisted me with my insurance and payment options - always going above and beyond to get all the assistance available. Finally, i can't forget to mention Doreen who always provides emotional support, truly listens and took amazing care of me. If you’re someone who’s afraid of the dentist or just looking for a professional who goes above and beyond, Dr. Gellis is the one. He completely changed my perception of what a dental experience can be. Thank you, Dr. Gellis, for your kindness, patience, and exceptional work!"
"Great practice..staff is efficient and friendly. Office is beautiful. Dr.Gellis is excellent and caring.Highly recommend this practice."
"The most gentle and efficient dental office in the world! I am a dental nightmare and Dr. Gellis and his unbelievable staff are extremely warm and welcoming and have the ability to reduce my fears of dentistry. It all begins as you walk into the office and are greeted like family. Puts you at ease right away. Can't thank them enough!"
"Dr. Gellis and the whole staff are wonderful. In addition to being highly skilled, they are all very nice. They offer things like hand paraffin, heated neck wraps, personal TVs with headphones, and cozy blankets at no extra cost to help patients feel relaxed during their dental appointments."
"Office staff is helpful and wonderful to work with. Dr. Gellis is gentle and very knowledgeable/thorough with his dentistry work. I would highly recommend Dental Arts of Rockland to all of my friends."
"Great practice. My family and I have been going here for years. Dr. Gellis is an excellent dentist. The practice staff are professional, friendly and caring. The facility is modern and clean with a variety of comforting and enjoyable 'dental spa' features."
"I’ve been going to Dental Arts for over twenty years. Their staff is warm and welcoming. They are professional and modern. Dr. Gellis is excellent. He is meticulous and has very comfortable, purposeful hand movement. He has a keen eye and clearly knows how he wants his work to come out. I should know, I’m an orthopedic surgeon whose father was a dentist. Doreen is his hygienist- with many years experience, she moves in tandem w Dr. G and they make a fine team. They both communicate well, putting you at ease and engendering trust as you receive care. I know Dental Arts a long time. They have gone through some changes. The current crew is top notch. Get your dental care here."
"From the front desk to the end of your cleaning, Dental Arts of Rockland is a wonderful experience. Meghan at the desk is very sweet and does a great job making sure you are all set up for your future appointments. Maryann is the most gentle hygienist you could ever have the pleasure of meeting. Dr. Blechman is a wonderful man, not looking to cash in on your insurance. He calls it as it is, and does no procedures that are not necessary. At Dental Arts of Rockland, they go out of their way to make you feel more like you are at a spa than at a dentist office. Keep up the great work! Update 2024: Dr. Gellis has replaced the late Dr. Blechman and has continued the practice in a similar fashion. Though the doctor has changed, most of the other faces remain the same. The office has some new updates. Nothing bad to say. This is a wonderful dental office."
"Dr Gellis is a Pain free dentist and extremely competent in his dental work , the staff is great!"
"The office is immaculate! The staff and dr. Gellis are very kind and welcoming. I felt very comfortable. I would recommend them to anyone."
"Dental Arts of Rockland is always clean and their dental hygienists are a pleasure to work with. Dr. Gellis and his practice are thorough and provide expert care."
"Dr Gellis is great as is the staff."
"The waiting area is very comfortable and stylish, with drinks and snacks available. The treatment rooms have state of the art equipment. The staff are pleasant, comforting and professional. They provide TV, blanket, warm pack to your neck And paraffin to your hands, during the treatment. I felt secure and received wonderful care, and was extremely pleased with the outcome. Thankyou Dr. Gellis and staff."
"Inviting, friendly, and professional—Dr. Gellis and the entire staff provide the best dental experience you could ask for. They have created a wonderful environment for their patients. Looking forward to my next visit!"
"Everyone at Dental Arts of Rockland -- from Dr. Gellis, to the hygienists and assistants, to the receptionists -- is so kind, friendly, and helpful. I have never seen a dental office that is as comfortable (even relaxing!) as this one. I highly recommend Dr. Gellis!"
"We have been using DAoR since it opened decades ago. All four of my children have received excellent care at this practice. And their smiles prove it. We love Dr. Gellis, Maryanne, Colleen, Doreen, Megan and all the staff. The practice is pristine and professional."
"I've been going to Dental Arts of Rockland for years and have received quality care every time. The staff is wonderful and Dr. Gellis is friendly, professional and knowledgeable."
"I love Dental Art of Rockland! Dr. Gellis and his staff are amazing. The office is beautiful, and I always leave with a brighter smile!"
"The staff is fantastic. Professional, astute, informative. Dr. Gellis is skilled, empathetic and provides accurate and skilled care."
"Such a beautiful office. The hygienists are great. I’ve had cleanings by Maryanne, Destiny, and Kathy and all are amazing. Dr. Gellis did my implant bridge and it feels and looks so natural. Highly recommend this office!"
"From the moment you walk into the waiting room until you leave the entire staff treats you like family. I’ve never had a more comfortable dental experience in my life. Dr. Gellis is the best around."
"Perfect combination of art and science. Dr Gellis is kind and very professional. He really knows his stuff and he makes an art of it. He’s quick and accurate. Combining that with the terrific staff makes a wonderful experience. So great that I recommended my spouse and he also had a great experience. We’re so glad we found Dr Gellis."
"Best dental practice I’ve been to you in years!! Dr. Gellis and the entire staff are professional, helpful and caring."
"My most recent appointment, was done professionally, with positive results! Thanks Doctor Gellis for your fine work, and courtesy!"
"Today was my first day on my way of getting my permanent teeth. It went very well.Dr. Gellis is very meticulous and I have no doubt my teeth will be great"
"I've been a patient since 2010 and the office staff is always warm and welcoming. Maryann is a 5-star hygienist, with a gentle touch, and Megan, Colleen, Randi are friendly and accommodating. Dr. Gellis and Dr. Shivana are attentive and professional."
"Phenomenal experience the staff and Dr. Gellis are top notch!"
"Had a filling replaced on 10/31/23. As with all my visits, Meghan quickly took care of the paperwork, Aleiah was awesome assisting and Dr Gellis has the steadiest hands in the business. The procedure was quick and relatively painless. If you are apprehensive about going to the dentist or need to visit a different dental office aside from your current one, Dental Arts of Rockland is the place you need to go. The staff there continue to be rock stars!!!"
"The staff is always friendly and helpful and I have the utmost confidence that Dr.Gellis will do a great job with my teeth"
"Definitely the best dental experience I have ever had!!!!! Office is beautiful, staff is amazing and Dr. Gellis was beyond professional! Looking forward to my next visit :)"
"Excellent dental office, staff, hygienist, and Dr. Gellis. The care provided is amazing."
"Beautiful modern clean office . Friendly and welcoming staff. My procedure with Dr Gellis was pain free. He Really cares about his patients . Highly recommend for all your dental needs"
"Dr. Gellis and his staff are fabulous. Caring, professional and after all these years, I feel like their like visiting family."
"LOVE, LOVE, LOVE everyone here! Everyone was so wonderful. The office is comfy with many wonderful amenities... Warm neck roll or TV during your cleaning? Yes please! Dr. Gellis is easy to talk to, gave me time to ask questions, is personable and funny. What he and the team have done to reverse so many years of poor dental upkeep is nothing short of a miracle. I am proud to smile now! Something I can't say I have been able to say in many years. Need a new dentist? You can't go wrong here."
"I went for my regular hygiene appointment and had a great experience. Although I was not surprised since Dr. Gellis and the entire Dental Arts of Rockland staff are always #1. The appointment was with Destiney who did an extremely thorough job not only with the cleaning and prophylaxis, but also with her examination that yielded a couple of items that she pointed out to Dr. Gellis. I wanted to call out this experience because it was Destiney's first day working in this practice and she was a real pro and will be a great asset to Dental Arts of Rockland."
"Dr Jonathan G.and team are Outstanding!! My visit this morning for a filling was PAINLESS and easy going. Thank you for a very positive experience…"
"You're in good hands when you go to Dental Arts of Rockland. The staff is amazing and Dr. Gellis is a great Dentist!"
"Dr. Gellis and the entire Dental Arts staff are wonderful. The office is calm and serene and very welcoming. They make the entire dental experience very relaxing."
"I’ve grown up with Dr. Tong and he was great. Now that I’ve transitioned over to Dr. Gellis he’s proven he provides quality service as well. During my appointment he was gentle so I did not need any anesthesia. He was thorough and made sure I was comfortable with the approach before doing any work. Overall extremely satisfied."
"I am terrified of going to the dentist but I had the best experience ever with Dr Gellis. He was very comforting as he was aware of my fear. Would recommend everyone to visit him."
"The best dental experienced by far...Excellent and pleasant dental staff. You will surely love to come back."
"They’re really good! They take care of each every patient they have. They make you feel at home and taken good care!"
"Great first experience at their office. Friendly, thorough, and accommodating - I would highly recommend!"
"My visit today was very good. Natalia the hygienist was wonderful. She took good care of me and she explained to me what I needed to do. Dr. Gellis was very nice too. I will be back to take care of my tooth."
"Hi. had my first appt today and I must say from the time I walk in had a positive experience from all the staff members I encounter, everyone was courteous, helpful, friendly and my hygienist was the best. The staffs, and my dentist explain everything to me in details and am really happy i decided to try them absolutely no regrets overall I will recommend this place to anyone. Thanks everyone."
"Dr. Gellis was very informative during the process. I will definitely come back."
"Dr. Gellis was so gentle, felt no pain...In all my dental experiences this was the best!!"
"How many times can you say I enjoy going to my dentist? I do every time! The entire staff is amazing, makes you feel like friends. Dr Gellis is very nice and gentle. All around just a great service. And the spa treatments are an amazing bonus."
"Always 5 star service from everyone here. Todays thanks are for Meghan and Dr Gellis for coming in for my dental emergency. Dr Gellis was extremely gentle and gave me Novocain before he even touched my tooth. Didn’t even feel the needle. There’s a reason me and my family have been patients here for over 12 years. Thank you again for today 💞 💞"
"As always, I was greeted with a lovely smile and a warm welcome. Dr. James was away so it was my first visit with Dr. Gellis and I found him very sensitive to my anxiety. He listened attentively to my concerns and talked me through every step. I sincerely believe that Dental Arts of Rockland offers those of us that grew up traumatized from our childhood dental experiences a warm and safe space. Billie Castiglia"
"I recently needed a crown and was a little uneasy about my appointment. Dr. Gellis is always so pleasant to talk to and explains everything he is doing. Both him and his assistant Carmela always kept making sure I was comfortable. I would highly recommend Dental Arts of Rockland."
"Warm, clean, professional, and friendly staff and atmosphere. Dr. Gellis does a great job in all aspects of cosmetic and general dentistry."
"Nothing shy of a 10/10 experience, and the best dental office one could attend. Dr Gellis is extremely professional in what he does, and the staff does an incomparable job of maintaining customer satisfaction."
"I could not ask for a better experience. The staff is great and Dr.Gellis was fantastic! I would not go anywhere else!!"
"I would highly recommend Dental Arts of Rockland to anyone who lives in the area and is looking for a permanent dentist. Dr. Gellis and Doreen where very professional and nice people."
"A premier dental office. The entire staff here is warm & friendly... they help you forget you're at the dentist! Meghan, Colleen, all of them, step you thru the process. I use Dr. Gellis, he's fabulous. Knowledgeable, thorough, gentle & kind! He listens to your issues. I've had intense work over the last few years, and each step has been handled with extreme expertise. I live 4 hours away now, & still return here for medical care.... that should tell you something! Best dental practice anywhere, hands down. LOVE going to the dentist now !!!!! ❤"
"Dr. Gellis was beyond professional and made me feel comfortable as well as the staff was very calming and helpful."
"I initially went there back in 2011 because my in network dentist gave me the worse looking crown I’ve ever seen there was no way I could smile with confidence. I seen a commercial for D.A.R. and I said hopefully they could help me fix this failure. When I showed up for my first appointment I was Impressed by the decor the potpourri and the amazing staff. I knew I was in good hands. Last year my crown broke so I needed an implant, so I decided to stay in network and not take the referral from D.A.R. another big mistake. The oral surgeon I went to through my network did such a horrible job on the placement of my implant on top of that they refused to fix their mistake correctly SMH, but D.A.R. fixed their mistake and helped me regain my confidence once again. Colleen, Megan, Dr Gellis, and all other staff at Dental Arts of Rockland are amazing, knowledgeable and helpful, if I had to do it all again I would absolutely chose them. 10 out of 10, I absolutely recommend. Thank you Dental Arts of Rockland!"
"Dr. Gellis and his staff provide exceptional service at a great value. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience in dental care. I would highly recommend Dental Arts of Rockland to any of my friends and family."
"I cant say enough about everyone at Dental Arts of Rockland...from Meghan in the front, to Colleen running a flawless Office, to Doreen always making us comfortable and of course Dr. Gellis, who completely won our family over when we were nervous because Dr. Blechman was out....Dr. Gellis is amazing, empathetic and so patient! Dental Arts of Rockland makes you feel like family and gives the best care!"
"Always a great visit throughout 7 years this far. Dr Blechman & wonderful team Collen, Doreen & Samantha and a couple others over the time. Wonderful Meahgan at the front desk . The newer dentist today was fantastic Dr.Gellis. The entire team & atmosphere is a comfortable visit regardless of the work you need to get done. They all do it so well."
"As always the staff was solicitous and charming. Aleyah was delightful and professional and Dr. Gellis was expert and personable. Great experience."
"Dr. Gellis is a better than fine addition to the professional staff at Dental Arts. Exacting, precise, and extremely detailed in his work, he is as accomplicated as you could hope for, yet as fun and zany as the other Dental Arts team. Who knew visiting the dentist could be so much fun!!"
"I absolutely love Dental Arts of Rockland. My dentist there, Dr. Gellis, is wonderful. He is an outstanding dentist, very talented and is also very caring. He remembers me as a patient and as a person too which makes me feel really special. The dental hygienist there is also wonderful, Halee. The office is beautiful, and Meghan who handles the appointments is great too. So I look forward going back for what feels more like a treat, not just a treatment."
"As usual I had a great experience on my last visit to Dental Arts of Rockland. Love Doreen and Meghan. Dr Jonathan Gellis did an excellent job of bonding a chip in my front tooth...looks better then it did before!! Thank you guys!!"