Dr. Paul Tanners, DDS & Prosthodontist Paul Tanners specializes in prosthodontics. He founded his private practice in Manhattan in 1966. A native of New York, Dr. Tanners graduated from Brooklyn College with a B.A. in biology. He received his D.D.S. in 1962 from New York University College of Dentistry, followed by an internship at the Veterans Hospital in New York. This was followed by three years of post-graduate training in prosthodontics at NYU on an National Institutes of Health teacher-trainee research fellowship. Dr. Tanners has been a member of the Board of Directors of the N.Y.U. College of Dentistry and lectured in its Department of Prosthodontics. More recently, he has served as a guest lecturer to the Greater New York Association of Occupational Health Nurses. His professional recognition includes: Post-Doctoral Fellow, NYU Graduate School of Arts & Sciences Recipient of an Outstanding Teacher award, NYU College of Dentistry Recipient of a Research Grant, National Institutes of Health Member of the prosthodontic peer review committee of the New York County Dental Society Former staff member Mount Sinai Medical Center Forensic expert in prosthodontics in dental malpractice cases for numerous law firms As a result of his vast dental experience and knowledge, Dr. Tanners has served as an expert source for numerous national media outlets including CNN, New York Magazine, New York Times, The Early Show, Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Vogue. Dr. Tanners is also is called upon to testify as a forensics expert in dental malpractice cases on both the plaintiff and defense sides. Despite his busy schedule, Dr. Tanners still takes the time to call each of his patients at home the night after a procedure has been performed to make sure they are healing and feeling well.

Dr. Cristian Jager, DDS, PC Cris Jager graduated from New York University College of Dentistry 1995 and was a resident at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1996. He received his Certificate in Prosthodontics from NYU in 1999 and has been working with Dr. Tanners since. He conducts general dentistry and restorative and cosmetic dental procedures with caring and compassion for his patients. Dr. Jager is beloved by his patients. He is well respected as a dental expert who cares about the whole patient, though his work focuses on their mouths.

Dr. Steve B. Manson, DDS, FAGD Dr. Steve Manson is a general practitioner who is skilled in all phases of dentistry. He is a third generation dentist and recognized as compassionate, caring and very gentle. Dr. Manson graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 1984 and did his general practice residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1985. Subsequently, Dr. Manson was an attending at Mount Sinai Hospital for the 12 years that followed. In 1994, he completed a fellowship at the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the New York County Dental Society, and the Dental Study Club of New York.

Dr. Zweifler, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon & General Surgeon Dr. Michelle Zweifler specializes in facial rejuvenation as well as breast and body contouring. For the past three years, she has worked with Dr. Tanners, providing Botox and collagen injections to patients in his office, and offering cosmetic consultations upon request. During her medical training, Dr. Zweifler received numerous honors and awards including the Samuel L. Kountz Award for Clinical Excellence in Surgery and the John O. Vieta Award for Professional Excellence and Compassionate Care. Dr. Zweifler is truly committed and dedicated to achieving excellent cosmetic results for her patients. She is well respected by her patients and her colleagues and is proud to be a part of the innovative work being conducted at Dr. Tanners' dental practice.

Judy Lebowitz, Hygienist, RDH, B.S. Judy Lebowitz had been a valuable member of Dr. Tanners' team for the past 15 years. She earned a BS in dental hygiene from Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery. As the staff hygienist, Judy helps keep patients' teeth and mouths clean and healthy and is the first to alert them to any potential problems. Her ever-smiling face and phenomenal spirit are known and loved by the staff and patients alike.

Donna M. Levin, Hygienist Donna Levin joined Dr. Tanners' professional team with three decades of dental office experience to her credit. She has worked as a dental office manager, a dental assistant, and as a hygienist for the last 20 years. Donna personalizes treatment for all patients in order to most efficiently help them maintain their dental health. She is also a gourmet chef and caterer, as well a calligrapher, but according to Dr. Tanners' patients, Donna is most renowned as a storyteller who puts them at ease with her comical and captivating tales.

Sonia Cumberbatch, Office Manager Sonia has been managing Dr. Tanners' office for 11 years. Her wizardry, expertise, and efficiency are legendary and admired by patients and staff members alike. Sonia is dedicated to her work and to Dr. Tanners' practice and patients. She is an internal and external support system who can't be beat.

Carol Beckford, Patient Coordinator & Front Desk Supervisor Carol, our patients' first point of contact, has been with Dr. Tanners' professional team for seven years. She keeps the appointment book organized and helps patients get in to see their doctors as quickly as possible. Carol is dedicated to her job and to the patients who rely upon her to keep the schedule flowing and their time in the waiting room to a minimum.

Elba Guerrero, Dental Assistant Always seen chair-side, Elba has been with Dr. Tanners' professional team for seven years. She is an office darling whose soothing and supportive nature keeps her colleagues and patients in maximum relaxation mode for hours on end. Like a healthy dose of Valium, Elba is known as the relaxation queen in the office.

Arlene Ramsay, Dental Assistant Arlene, a familiar face during dental procedures, has been a valuable member of Dr. Tanners' team for 15 years. She is an organized, precise, and respected dental assistant who is beloved by the staff and patients. Arlene is the "go to girl," in charge of the office's clinical area and procedural organization.

Cathy Spiegel, Relaxation Therapist Cathy Spiegel grew up working for her father, a renowned oral surgeon on the south shore of Long Island. For the past eight years, she has worked as a relaxation therapist, all the while aspiring to one day incorporate her talents as a relaxation therapist into the sometimes stressful dental office environment. Cathy's cheerful disposition and soothing touch make every patient's visit a relaxing and enjoyable experience.