Phyllis G. Merlino, DDS: Todt Hill Pediatric Dentistry

We had such a wonderful experience at this office. The dentist was incredibly kind, gentle, and patient with my special needs son, making him feel comfortable and at ease throughout the visit. The entire staff was just as amazing — warm, understanding, and truly compassionate. They took their time, never rushed us, and treated my son with such care and respect. It means so much to find a practice that genuinely understands and supports children with different needs. We are beyond grateful and highly recommend this office to any family looking for a caring and patient dental team. 💙

I had a wonderful experience at Dr. Phyllis Merlino’s dental office. The entire team was extremely professional, warm, and patient-focused. Both of my girls felt completely at ease—there were lots of smiles and even giggles during their visit, which says so much about the staff’s ability to make children feel comfortable. Dr. Phyllis took her time to explain what to expect regarding the timeline of their upcoming tooth eruptions and what to watch out for, and she addressed all of our concerns thoroughly. Her calm, thoughtful approach made us feel very reassured. A special shoutout to Debbie, the dental assistant, who was not only incredibly helpful but also genuinely funny. It’s clear that she—and the whole team—truly love treating kids. Our wait time was minimal to none, and everything

I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Merlino and her team! They are absolutely amazing with my child — so kind, gentle, and patient every single time. From the moment we walk in, we’re greeted with warm smiles and a friendly atmosphere that instantly puts my daughter at ease. They take the time to explain everything in a way that makes kids feel comfortable and involved, and they truly go above and beyond to make each visit a positive experience. My child actually looks forward to going to the dentist now, which says it all! The office itself is bright, clean, and thoughtfully designed for children — from the fun décor to the kid-friendly waiting area. You can tell everyone there genuinely cares about their young patients. I’m so grateful we found this amazing team and can’t rec

Such a great first visit for my daughter. They were patient, kind, and made the appointment fun and stress-free for a 2.5-year-old.

Dr. Merlino is hands down the best pediatric dentist on Staten Island! She’s been caring for my daughter (now 10) since she was 3, and my son (now 7) since he was 2. She always takes her time with my kids and somehow makes getting their teeth cleaned a fun experience. It’s easy to see why she’s been trusted by families for over 25 years — her care, patience, and expertise are truly unmatched!