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Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown
Manhattan Family Orthodontics provides comprehensive orthodontic care for patients of all ages at two NYC locations (Uptown and Downtown Manhattan).
11 5th Ave, New York, NY 10003
4.8(51 reviews)
About Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown
Early phase-1 treatment for young children is a specialty here, with reviews crediting Dr. Kris Togias for dramatic results and fixing failed Invisalign cases from other offices.
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown draws many families with young children starting early treatment, and reviews describe Dr. Kris Togias as attentive to each child's specific needs, often producing noticeably improved smiles by the end of treatment. Invisalign and clear aligner cases come up often too, including one patient whose crooked smile and TMJ issues improved within about a year. Staff are frequently described as friendly and efficient, with technicians specifically praised for working gently and quickly with nervous kids.
Summary of 51 patient reviews, February 2023–September 2026, updated September 2026
Manhattan Family Orthodontics provides comprehensive orthodontic care for patients of all ages at two NYC locations (Uptown and Downtown Manhattan).
The practice offers multiple treatment options including Invisalign, metal braces, clear braces, and lingual braces, with a multilingual team fluent in seven languages.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Technology & Equipment
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
3D Digital Scanning
iTero/TRIOS
Orthodontists at this office
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Dr. Kris Togias
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Dr. Elliott Moskowitz
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Dr. Mia Karam, DDS
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Dr. Olivier Nicolay, DDS
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Dr. Daniel Popper
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Dr. Kathrin Praedikow, DDS
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Insurance accepted
5 plans listedAetnaCignaDelta DentalGuardianUnited Healthcare
Accept any dental PPO insurance plan
What patients say
Latest review 6 weeks ago
What patients praise
- Dr. Kris Togias is repeatedly credited with personalizing treatment plans and even correcting a failed Invisalign case started elsewhere.
- Early phase-1 treatment for young children comes up often, with parents noting dramatic improvements across multiple siblings.
- Invisalign and clear aligner patients describe results such as resolved TMJ symptoms alongside straighter teeth.
Things to know
- A few reviews mention responsiveness issues, including one office failing to alert a patient about delayed Invisalign trays.
Who it suits
- Families with young children starting early treatment
- Adults considering Invisalign or clear aligners
- Anxious or nervous patients
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Kris Togias · 26 reviews
- Dr. Olivier Nicolay · 1 review
- Last 90 days
- 18 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Last 12 months
- 37 reviews
- averaging 4.9★
- Owner replies
- 93% of reviews
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- Braces11
- Invisalign / clear aligners8
- Early (phase 1) treatment8
- Retainers3
PraiseCriticism
- The orthodontist29 / 1
- Treatment results28 / 1
- Friendly staff22
- Gentle, comfortable care9
- Great with kids9
- Scheduling & wait times5 / 1
- Responsiveness4 / 2
- Clear explanations5
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| The orthodontist | 29 | 1 |
| Treatment results | 28 | 1 |
| Friendly staff | 22 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 9 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 9 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 5 | 1 |
| Responsiveness | 4 | 2 |
| Clear explanations | 5 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
4.8
51 reviews
Melko Tavberidze
a month ago
I am very happy with my treatment . Dr. Togias is amazing and stuff is super friendly and caring.
Ashley Wang
2 months ago
Absolutely wonderful practice. Dr. Togias and the team are wonderful. And they did an incredible job. Always welcoming and super nice staff. Would highly recommend.
Bronia Vella
2 months ago
My son had a very great experience and happy with the results!!
Hana Ginsburg
2 months ago
Dr Togias and his team are incredibly kind, competent and detail oriented! We have had a truly spectacular and highly personalized experience. Highly, highly recommend this practice!
Audrey Ziari
3 months ago
I had the best experience here! The staff was very professional and friendly and they made my Invisalign experience a breeze. I will be recommending this office to all my friends and family.
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown offer?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Lingual Braces, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces, Retainers.
Does Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown accept dental insurance?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown accepts Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, United Healthcare.
Does Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown offer free consultations?
Yes, Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (347) 429-7284 or book online to schedule.
Is Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown accepting new patients?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown is currently welcoming new patients in New York, NY. Call (347) 429-7284 or book online to schedule.
Where is Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown located?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown is located at 11 5th Ave. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=5546223426021120891&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown office hours: Mon 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tue 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Wed 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Thu 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Fri 1:00–6:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown offer payment plans?
Yes, Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown is staffed by Dr. Kris Togias, Dr. Elliott Moskowitz, Dr. Mia Karam, Dr. Olivier Nicolay, Dr. Daniel Popper, Dr. Kathrin Praedikow. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) and board-certified.
What is the patient rating for Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown has a 4.8-star rating based on 51 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown been in practice?
Manhattan Family Orthodontics-Downtown has been providing orthodontic care since 1973, serving the New York, NY community for over 53 years.
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