I am a long-time patient of Dr. Malpeso. From him I have received an implant (with various associated procedures), an inlay and a crown, all of which have turned out excellently. Pain during procedures - even the surgeries to prepare for the implant - was minimal. I felt comfortable and confident in his abilities. His office is run professionally. His services are expensive and payment is up front, but you get what you pay for; and in Manhattan he is probably not more expensive than any other Park Avenue dentist of his caliber.
About Hygienist: I have been different hygenists over the years at Dr. Malpeso's office and they have been competent.