Metro Orthodontics
Rita Taliwal, DMD, MS:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Braces

Clear aligners

Retainers

Comprehensive orthodontics

Space maintainers

Palatal expanders

Headgears

Interceptive orthodontics

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

We have nothing but praise for Dr. Taliwal and her staff.  Dr. Taliwal has been working with my son on his orthodontic needs and has been so kind, gentle, and thorough.  She is very patient and responsive whenever we have any questions.  The office is pristine, and the vibe is very relaxed.  The administrative and clinical staff all make us feel very at home.  Best of all, my son has been very compliant with Dr. Taliwal’s instructions from day one.  I am looking forward to continuing to work with Dr. Taliwal and her staff for my younger child’s and my own orthodontic needs as well.  Strongly recommend!!

I had a wonderful experience at Metro Orthodontics! I am so thrilled with my teeth after less than 1 year of Invisalign. Before Invisalign, I had a pretty significant overbite and my bottom teeth had become so crowded that it was difficult to floss between them. As a 27 year old who had never had braces before, I was both excited and nervous about finally fixing my teeth. I originally went to a dentist who told me that my case was too severe for Invisalign and I would need metal braces by an orthodontist . I was disappointed because I have a client-facing job and did not want to have metal braces, however I wanted to fix my teeth so I went to Dr. Taliwal’s office fully expecting her to recommend metal braces. At my initial consultation with Dr. Taliwal, I was thrilled when she told me I could definitely do Invisalign and that I would be done within a year! Dr. Taliwal was so knowledgeable and experienced with all things Invisalign. You could tell she was a pro. She was so kind and caring that I immediately felt comfortable with her and trusted her advice. The care I received was superb, and the staff was always friendly and professional. I got better results than I could ever imagine and it’s all thanks to Dr. Taliwal! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a beautiful smile!

We work exclusively with Dr. Taliwal and her team for our patients’ orthodontic needs. She is thorough, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. Dr. Taliwal always puts the patient’s health needs first and she is a phenomenal clinician. Best of all, our patients just love her!!

I have just completed my Invisalign treatment and the results are wonderful! I am so grateful to Dr. Taliwal. She provides professional, expert care in a warm and gentle way. She clearly answers questions and is calm and reassuring in her approach. Her staff is efficient and welcoming. Also, as an adult patient, I was particularly pleased with and appreciated that Dr. Taliwal provides her services in individual treatment rooms. I had a positive experience all around and highly recommend Dr. Taliwal! Margaret F.

I have had the most wonderful experience with Dr. Taliwal. She is an expert in her field and it truly shows through her work (everyone’s smiles are perfect!). This is my 2nd time getting invisalign and I’m so glad I got it done with Metro Orthodontics. The first time I got invisalign, I went to a dentist and that’s because I didn’t know there was a difference. I thought to myself a dentist knows teeth and I thought my dentist was nice and knew what he was doing. But after 2 years of invisalign and not great results, I gave up. I finally went to Dr. Taliwal’s office and felt the difference immediately! Her staff is super professional and efficient. They scan your teeth with the most high-tech technology vs the gross gucky green molds I had to put in my mouth and which I felt like I was chocking on. In Dr. Taliwal’s office they don’t use any of that stuff. They only use a machine which scans your entire mouth, gaining the most accurate details of your mouth and teeth, ensuring that you get the most perfect invisalign trays made for you. Having my teeth the way I want has really impacted my life in a positive way and boosted my self esteem and I own it to Dr. Taliwal! I highly recommend this place for anyone looking to get straight, perfect teeth. Thank you Dr. Taliwal! @traveleen_gurl

After two years of treatment I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Taliwal and her team at Metro Orthodontics. Before I started I was very nervous about committing to a lengthy orthodontic treatment that I wasn’t sure would give me the results I wanted – I had met with other orthodontists but never felt confident enough to take the plunge. Once I met with Dr. Taliwal she immediately put me at ease. She was always patient and took the time to thoroughly explain each step of the process and answer all of my many questions. I never felt rushed during my appointments and she was genuinely committed to making sure I was happy with the way my treatment was progressing. Her team was such a joy to work with and made scheduling/rescheduling/billing such an easy process. The office was always great about setting appointments that worked with my schedule and I never had trouble reaching them for questions or to reschedule when needed. As for results, Dr. Taliwal was able to make a dramatic change in the look of my smile. I am so happy with the way it looks now and my only regret is that I wish I had went to see her sooner!

Remember the movie The Goonies? Recall the character Sloth and his smile? Well that was basically what I was working with before I found Dr. Taliwal. But after roughly 18 months of Invisalign, guided by Dr. Taliwal’s tirelessly patient (and confidence inspiring) hand, I am excited to report how thrilled I am with the results of this process. I am one of those people that was lucky enough to have parents that got them braces as a kid, but who was too immature/naive/shortsighted (pick your poison) to wear retainers. Well, unsurprisingly, my smile basically died over the course of my twenties and came back to life in monstrous form by my early thirties; kind of like the dragon Viserion in Game of Thrones that gets brought back as a white walker. And look how that tuned out! Now, like Winterfell rebuilt, I am the proud owner of a new fortress of strong, straight teeth. Sure, the amount of time and cost associated with Invisalign can be tough to swallow at first. But Dr. Taliwal and her team go out of their way to make the process as painless, accommodating, and efficient as possible. So, to paraphrase Sloth: hey, you guys, check out Dr. Taliwal’s awesome work and get yourself the smile you’ve always wanted. I sure did.

Best orthodontist in the city. The staff is super helpful and friendly, and Dr. Taliwal is the best doctor. She will not pressure you into a decision just to make $$, but will offer her best professional advice. The office is very clean and they are always on time with their appointments. I have been to a few orthos in NYC, and this is by FAR my favorite.

This office is great! Dr. Tailwal is so nice and knowledgeable and makes everything a lot easier for me. (I am not the best patient!) The front office is friendly and very accommodating. I have never had to wait and they have been willing to move things around to better fit my schedule. I highly recommend this practice!

I recently completed my Invisalign treatment with Dr. Taliwal, and am extremely satisfied with the results! I had braces as a teenager, but by age 40 things were getting pretty out of whack as far as my teeth were concerned. My lower row of teeth were starting to head off in different directions, gaps were opening up between some teeth and others were being crowded and pushed inward. It wasn’t until probably half way through my treatment though that I realized just how much all of my teeth had shifted over the years. I started to see my smile really widen. I was pretty shocked quite frankly, and in the end the overall change to the size and shape of my smile has been just as satisfying as having my wandering teeth returned to their proper places. Dr. Taliwal is thorough, professional, friendly and fun, efficient, and is clearly up-to-date with the latest techniques AND technology. The 3D mouth scanning gizmo is straight up Star Trek come to life. Pretty awesome. I visited one or two other orthodontists before deciding to sign on with Dr. Taliwal, and I really couldn’t be happier with her level of care and professionalism. You’ll have a great time along the way too. She has obviously put a great deal of thought and care into every facet of the experience at Metro. I also cannot say enough wonderful things about the staff at Metro Orthodontics, especially Johanna and Rupali who I got to know the best. Rupali always was a warm and friendly presence as soon as you walk in the door. In addition to being professional, highly skilled, and always aware of my case and the state of my progress, Johanna would often have me laughing with her unique sense of humor, and during every single visit she was genuinely interested in how I’m getting on in the treatment and would offer lots of encouragement. I sometimes had a hard time keeping a straight face for the progress photos, but I managed. Thanks Johanna! I’ll miss you guys. Oh yeah, the office is peaceful, clean, bright and always smells great. It’s an odd thing to note, but it does! Appointment times are convenient, scheduling is easy, and in general there’s a high degree of flexibility around the general visits. It really makes the entire experience about as easy as possible. I never write reviews, but Dr. Taliwal and her staff deserve it. Stop into the office if you’re thinking about orthodontic treatment, and you’ll see everything I wrote above for yourself. Thank you, Rita!

I feel very fortunate to have worked with Dr Rita Taliwal and the entire team at Metro Orthodontics.  The appointments are easy to make and adjust if necessary, everyone in the office is friendly and positive, and my smile has completely changed for the better under Dr Taliwal’s careful eye.  I would highly recommend this practice.

Dr. Taliwal is truly exceptional. For years I had a cosmetic issue with my front teeth that no one else was able to fix. I came to Metro Ortho and BOOM, Dr. Taliwal fixed it without any issue. I was blown away. She also did this for me after-hours because it was urgent. Her care for her patients is above and beyond anything else I’ve experienced. Thank you Dr. Taliwal for everything.

I had a very good experience with Dr. Taliwal. She was very professional and accommodating given my situation. My old retainer broke and she went over the available options and helped me make the best decision. Her staff was very nice and helpful throughout the whole process. I highly recommend her and the whole Metro Orthodontics team.

It’s very easy to recommend Dr Taliwal and the team at Metro Orthodontics. It was about a year ago that I started treatment to straighten my teeth knowing very little about the workings. It has been a very easy process all around and Dr Taliwal has been there with me every step of the way, educating me and making sure everything was running smoothly. The atmosphere is both relaxed yet professional, I’ve never had to wait to be seen and generally its a very quick appointment. Don’t hesitate with this one, book with confidence.

Both my son and daughter were patients of Dr. Taliwal and her treatment of both was superb. I interviewed many of the most prominent orthodontists in NYC and chose Dr. Taliwal because she was the only one who did not recommend what I now know for certain to be unnecessary treatments to justify exorbitant fees.  Both kids have what many people comment are “perfect” teeth and beautiful smiles. She was on time and did not rush through visits. She is simultaneously personable and professional.  I feel fortunate to have found her and recommend her without any reservations.

Dr. Taliwal is the best!  She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about being an orthodontist.  It is clear from your first appointment that she has your best interest at heart.  I went to Dr. Taliwal because I wanted to have my teeth realigned for my wedding.  She walked me through the pros and cons of traditional braces, Invisalign, and other methods of realignment for the big day.  Having gone through the great experience that I have with Dr. Taliwal I wouldn’t go to any other orthodontist in New York City — and because she is so good at her job I never will have to!

Dr. Taliwal and her staff are fantastic! In addition to being extremely professional, Dr. Taliwal is thorough in her assessment and determining the right solution for your needs.  I have gone through Invisalign twice due to an issue with a crown and a pregnancy related issue of my teeth shifting.  In both cases I have been happy with the treatment and results.  As a bonus her office is state of the art in technology and comfort.

As a 40+ Australian man now living in NY, I was pretty skeptical about the need for orthodontics work, feeling that there was nothing much wrong with my cavity-free teeth. A dentist in LIC however recommended I get braces or Invisalign to correct a cross-bite and some not-so-straight teeth. After not feeling comfortable with an orthodontist I consulted on the Upper East-Side, I sought a second referral from my dentist and consulted Dr Rita Taliwal in Midtown. Dr Taliwal immediately made my feel at ease, with her bright, friendly nature well complemented by high-level technical competence. Dr Taliwal was able to answer all questions I had about the process, making me feel comfortable at each visit, and reassured about the process. 15 months later, I have straight teeth, and no more cross-bite. Recommended.

I love my teeth!! What a wonderful experience! I arrived just one year ago at Dr Taliwal’s office with teeth that were crooked my whole life. Just one year later they are straighter than I ever believed possible. I no longer have to put my hand over my mouth when I smile. I couldn’t be happier. Her expertise is unmatched! I highly recommend that you make an appointment with her. And the timing is perfect for a great way to make a change during the pandemic!

Dr. Taliwal and the staff at Metro Orthodontics are fantastic.  I would definitely recommend this practice for Invisalign in NYC.  I just completed Invisalign as an adult who previously had traditional braces as a teen.  The experience this time around was great.  Dr. Taliwal and her team handled my case with care and we were able to continue and complete the process despite getting scanned for my first aligners days before the Covid lockdown.  I’d also add that everyone on the staff is incredibly friendly.  As someone who generally gets nervous at the dentist, I never had any fears working with Dr. Taliwal and her team.  I would highly recommend working with Metro Orthodontics for Invisalign!

I always felt self conscious when it came to my teeth. My teeth had been squashed together by my wisdom teeth resulting in quite a crooked smile. Enter Dr. Rita and her super team. Every visit was a positive experience. She was incredibly informative from Invisalign usage and maintenance to what to expect from my results. The result themselves were physically visible, but what was not visible was what it did for me mentally. I felt more confident and happy. Also other people noticed the changes and commented on how great my teeth look. If you’re thinking about getting Invisaligns, think no more…take an appointment with Dr. Taliwal. She is kind, clever and will give you a very realistic overview of the journey to your ideal smile.

Excellent Appt. Wait time was minimal, although Dr. Taliwal did have other patients in the office. She saw me within about 15 minutes, including the new patient intake and having photos of my teeth taken by her assistant. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and patient in answering all my questions. Also, I walked out within an hour and a half with a course of action determined in terms of my treatment, all xrays and scans completed and all financial aspects all worked out, including my insurance coverage. Efficiency was A++. I haven’t yet been treated so will update at some point regarding my ortho, however, the appt was excellent.

We have nothing but praise for Dr. Taliwal and her staff! Dr. Taliwal has been working with my son on his orthodontic needs and has been so kind, gentle, and thorough. She is very patient and responsive whenever we have any questions. The office is pristine, and the vibe is very relaxed. The administrative and clinical staff all make us feel very at home. Best of all, my son has been very compliant with Dr. Taliwal’s instructions from day one. I am looking forward to continuing to work with Dr. Taliwal and her staff for my younger child’s and my own orthodontic needs as well. Strongly recommend!!

I always felt self conscious when it came to my teeth. My teeth had been squashed together by my wisdom teeth resulting in quite a crooked smile. Enter Dr. Rita and her super team. Every visit was a positive experience. She was incredibly informative from Invisalign usage and maintenance to what to expect from my results. The result themselves were physically visible, but what was not visible was what it did for me mentally. I felt more confident and happy. Also other people noticed the changes and commented on how great my teeth look. If you’re thinking about getting Invisaligns, think no more…take an appointment with Dr. Taliwal. She is kind, clever and will give you a very realistic overview of the journey to your ideal smile.

I cannot adequately describe how happy I am with my Invisalign experience because of Dr. Taliwal. She is a TOTAL pro who took my overcrowded, crooked teeth and churned out a perfect smile. I was never greeted with anything other than kindness, professionalism, and attentiveness. She and her office are nothing short of spectacular. I’m eternally grateful!

**Accidentally deleted my first review (in which I had nothing but praise for Dr. Taliwal & the entire Metro Orthodontics staff) so wanted to make sure I put another one back on here! As stated in my previous review, I was absolutely thrilled with my experience at Metro Orthodontics. My Invisalign process took ~6 months from first consultation to receiving my retainers, which is really incredible and I am so happy with my results. The transformation my teeth went through in such a short time is amazing! Dr. Taliwal was always available to address any questions/concerns that I had during my Invisalign process and was such a pleasure to work with. Additionally, the entire Metro Orthodontics staff is so friendly, I was extremely impressed with the level of customer service everyone demonstrated. Really can’t say enough good things about this office and everyone who works here. If you are considering orthodontic treatment, then I highly recommend using Metro Orthodontics–they are true professionals and you will love your results!

Dr. Taliwal was my orthodontist for a year and a half. I was referred to her for Invisalign, particularly because she specializes in micro adjustments. I had braces when I was younger, but my teeth began to move substantially, a few years ago; I was very upset about it. What I loved immediately about Dr. Taliwal was that she was calm, confident and most importantly, she put my mind at ease. She assured me that if I wore the trays per her instructions, she could correct my teeth. She was right! A year and a half later and my smile is the best it has ever been. In fact, I just recently relocated to Indiana from NYC, where I had to transfer my treatment to another orthodontist, and the orthodontist gave Dr. Taliwal endless compliments on her work. He thought she did an exceptional job! I think this says a lot coming from another professional who doesn’t even know Dr. Taliwal. Aside from the fantastic Invisalign treatment, I really enjoyed visiting the office. Dr. Taliwal has assembled an incredible team! They are all friendly and fun, but most importantly, they get their work done in a timely manner. I never felt like I spent more time there than I needed to. I had a wonderful experience at Metro Orthodontics. I could not be happier. I do, however, miss seeing all of their smiling faces! Thank you Dr. Taliwal and team!!

I just finished my Invisalign and the results are nothing short of amazing!!  I originally went to Dr. Taliwal because I had some crowding in my lower teeth.  My incisors were on a slight angle too.  It bothered me slightly, but I knew they were just going to get worse with time.  I figured I would be proactive about it before they got really bad.  I never expected for it to make such a huge positive improvement in my appearance.  I simply can’t get over the results!  I just scheduled new family photos because I hate walking by the old photos and seeing my old teeth!  I would encourage anyone on the fence to make an appointment for a consultation.  Metro has a imaging machine that digitally maps all of your teeth with a wand so there aren’t any uncomfortable molds.  Dr. Taliwal and her staff are meticulous, compassionate professionals.  It really does make a huge difference where you go.  I have several friends that did Invisalign and weren’t at all happy with the results.  Highly recommend Metro Orthodontics!

I think Dr. Taliwal is FANTASTIC. Both of my sons see her and the progress with their teeth is fantastic. She is thorough, technically knows her “stuff” and more than that, she is very human, easy to approach and has always gotten back to me, if I have had a question. I couldn’t be more enthusiastic and highly recommend her to anyone needing braces. (PS the fact that she keeps sat hours for check ups is another plus and indicative of her consideration of her patients and their schedules.)

My daughter had an under bite. Her pediatric-dentist recommended that we see Dr. Taliwal to have it fixed. We met Dr. Taliwal in late 2012 and in January 2013 she installed my daughter’s first round of braces. Dr. Taliwal did an amazing job such that before the end of 2013, the under bite was completely gone and a few months later she removed the first set of braces. My daughter enjoyed her visits with Dr. Taliwal. I remember at one point, after we had started seeing Dr. Taliwal, her pediatrician asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up and her response was that she wanted to be an orthodontist. Clearly, Dr. Taliwal had such a positive impact on her. My daughter continued seeing Dr. Taliwal for her periodic check ups and in 2016 Dr. Taliwal installed for her the second round of braces to correct overcrowding and create room for her molars. Since our dental insurance coverage was exhausted with the first set of braces, we had to pay out of pockets for the second round of treatment. Dr. Taliwal’s office gave us a discount on the treatment and set for us a flexible repayment schedule. Dr. Taliwal removed the second set of braces yesterday (Feb 14 2019) and I am so happy with the results. My daughter’s teeth are all straight. Thank you Dr. Taliwal for the great job you have done in correcting my daughter’s bite and having her teeth well aligned

Dr. Taliwal is a really great orthodontist and incredibly professional! She was recommended to me by a dentist for Invisalign. She made the process seamless, painless, and easy. Now my teeth look great! The staff are all very friendly and prompt about scheduling follow-up appointments. The office is clean and welcoming. I would recommend to anyone!

I think Dr. Taliwal is FANTASTIC.  Both of my sons see her and the progress with their teeth is fantastic.  She is thorough, technically knows her “stuff” and more than that, she is very human, easy to approach and has always gotten back to me, if I have had a question.  I couldn’t be more enthusiastic and highly recommend her to anyone needing braces.  (PS the fact that she keeps sat hours for check ups is another plus and indicative of her consideration of her patients and their schedules.)

I have been a patient of Dr. Taliwal’s for the last eight months and am approaching the end of my invisalign treatment. I have nothing but stellar things to say about my experience with Dr. Taliwal. I concede that I can be a difficult patient to deal with, as I seem to always have a million questions and concerns, but Dr. Taliwal is patient, knowledgeable in what she does, and meticulous in her practice. She has a great demeanor and always made me feel that I was the priority during each appointment and responded promptly whenever I had questions in between appointments. Dr. Taliwal took care to ensure that I always felt  comfortable and on board with the progress plan. I am already delighted to see the dramatic changes with my teeth over the last few months and can’t wait for the final results. I can tell that Dr. Taliwal is a perfectionist, yet she somehow manages to work both efficiently and effectively at the same time. She knows what she’s doing and I feel confident that I’m in great hands with her. I whole heartedly recommend Dr. Taliwal to anyone considering Invisalign!

Both of our children were patients (with upper and lower braces) of Dr. Taliwal’s at Metro Orthodontics. We are very pleased with the results as our children have perfectly straight teeth now! Best of all, our experience dealing with Dr. Taliwal’s and the entire team at Metro Orthodontics was always positive. It is a very professional practice with an extremely friendly staff who always made our children feel special. We are happy to give Metro Orthodontics our highest recommendation! AAA+++ in every way. Thank you!

I must say I’m well overdue in posting a review for Dr. Taliwal.  I had an amazing Invisalign experience with Dr. Taliwal!  I had an accident when I was in high school and had been told repeatedly over the years by orthodontist that the damage to my bottom teeth could not be fixed.  My dentist knew my frustration and recommended that I meet with Dr. Taliwal as he felt she could help me.  Dr. Taliwal put me at ease immediately by saying it would be a challenging process, but if I was as committed as her it would work out just fine.  She was wonderful in detailing the process and what I should expect and in answering my million and one questions honestly.  By the time we got to my final treatment I remained as impressed with her professionalism, personal care and attention to detail as when we began.  Exceptional outcome!!   After I was done with the treatment she was great in having me come back for follow-up and making sure I was maintaining good dental health.  I hold Dr. Taliwal in the highest regard and recommend her without hesitation for her integrity, professionalism and wonderful demeanor.  She’ll have you smiling by just walking in the office she is just that positive and upbeat.  I still pop my head into her office just to say hello.  Go see Dr. Taliwal and feel what it’s like to have world class service!!!!

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