Daniel R. Melnick, DDS

I have been a patient of Dr. Melnick’s and Laurel Lake Cosmetic Dentistry for nearly 30 years. I first visited his office, on an emergency basis, right after they opened in 1987 because a filling had cracked. The first thing that I appreciated was that they were open on a Saturday and the second was that they could see me without an appointment. After a 30 minute visit, my problem was solved: quickly, professionally, easily. Because I was without a dentist, I began seeing Dr. Melnick for my six-​month check-​ups.
Over the years, I have gotten to know Dr. Melnick and his staff. Never once have I been made to feel like just another number or a faceless patient. The entire office is warm, friendly, and yes, even funny. One of the many things that I appreciate about Dr. Melnick is that he takes the time to get to know his patients and that he takes the time to engage in friendly conversation before and during whatever dental procedure I may be there for. The clinical and administrative support staff are equally friendly and helpful.
That being said, Dr. Melnick is the consummate professional. If I need any dental procedure more complicated than a filling, he will take the time to explain what’s going on, what I need, what the medical background for a particular procedure may be, and what I should expect during the procedure and after. Fortunately, my dental health is good so there haven’t been a lot of procedures other than fillings but I know I can count on him when something may become necessary.
As I mentioned at the outset, I’ve been a patient for nearly 30 years. In 1987, I was living in Laurel. I now live 30 miles away … but every six months, I will make that trek to Laurel. I wouldn’t think of seeing another dentist.

Excellent dentist! Wonderful staff and state of the art office! Can’t say enough great things about Dr. Melnick! I love the fact that he takes the time with you to explain procedures as well as making you feel comfortable ! My children love having there teeth cleaned which is a first! My youngest had a cavity filled and felt so comfortable that he insisted on going back by him self and was all smiles after! Extremely patient with children as well as scared adults like my self! — Shane S