Business Details
12 Years
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Emergency
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Your Child's Comfortable Dental Experience Starts Here
Jersey City Pediatric Dentistry has been dedicated to providing specialized dental care for infants, children, and teens since 2014. Our practice combines advanced pediatric dental technology with a compassionate approach to create positive dental experiences that foster lifelong oral health. We emphasize preventative care, early intervention, and patient education through engaging methods like interactive toys, educational programming, and age-appropriate explanations of dental procedures. Our team of experienced pediatric specialists, including board-certified dental professionals with decades of combined experience, focuses on making every visit comfortable through personalized attention and child-friendly techniques.We maintain strict hygiene standards while offering flexible scheduling options, including select Saturday appointments, to accommodate busy families. Our office design incorporates open-bay treatment areas that help children feel at ease by observing positive interactions from other patients. We work closely with parents to develop customized home care routines and provide transparent communication about treatment plans and insurance coordination.
Services
Preventative Maintenance
Emergency Care
Oral Hygiene
Growth Monitoring
Fear-Free Dentistry
Dental Education
Risk Assessments
Home Care Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We specialize exclusively in pediatric dental care for infants, children, and teens
- Our office features a child-friendly environment with interactive learning tools and entertainment
- We employ proven fear-reduction techniques including educational demonstrations and positive reinforcement
- Our team includes certified dental professionals with specialized pediatric training
- We offer comprehensive preventative care programs with personalized home care guidance
What people say
Clean and friendly staff
Made my child comfortable
Kid-friendly service
Professional and patient
Positive dental experience
Services
Pediatric Dental Exams
Our comprehensive dental exams for children focus on monitoring oral development and preventing dental issues. Using gentle techniques, we assess tooth eruption patterns, jaw growth, and oral hygiene effectiveness. Each exam includes personalized education about proper brushing techniques and dietary habits that support dental health, helping children build confidence through understanding.
Preventative Care
We emphasize proactive dental care through regular cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. Our team teaches children proper oral hygiene techniques using interactive demonstrations and age-appropriate tools. This approach helps establish lifelong dental habits while minimizing anxiety through consistent, positive reinforcement during each visit.
Emergency Dental Care
Our practice provides prompt care for dental injuries and acute oral issues. We prioritize immediate pain relief while maintaining a calming environment for anxious children. Our team communicates clearly with both parents and patients about treatment options and follow-up care to ensure proper healing and future dental confidence.
Fear-Free Dentistry
We specialize in helping children overcome dental anxiety through gradual exposure and positive reinforcement. Our approach includes educational demonstrations with dental tools, allowing children to become familiar with equipment at their own pace. This method creates comfortable experiences that build trust and establish positive associations with dental care.
Dental Education
We provide age-specific dental education that teaches children about oral hygiene through engaging activities. Using interactive tools and child-friendly explanations, we help young patients understand the importance of dental care. This educational approach empowers children to maintain proper oral hygiene while developing confidence in their dental care routines.
People
Dr. Wilma McPherson
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. McPherson earned her dental degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed specialized pediatric training at Brookdale University Hospital. With over 15 years of experience in pediatric dentistry, she creates positive dental experiences through personalized care and child-friendly communication techniques.
Eddy
Office Manager
Certified Dental Assistant with AADOM Mastership, Eddy leads our team with over a decade of pediatric dental experience. Fluent in English and Spanish, she ensures smooth practice operations while maintaining direct patient care connections.
Alexandra
Dental Hygienist
Award-winning hygienist with 10+ years in pediatric care, Alexandra combines clinical expertise with a calming approach. Fluent in English and Spanish, she specializes in making children feel comfortable during preventive care treatments using playful, educational methods.
Mrs. Doris
Dental Hygienist
With 42 years of experience, Mrs. Doris brings compassionate care to young patients. Fluent in English and Spanish, she builds trust with shy children through gentle techniques and personalized attention that makes dental visits positive experiences.
Angelica
Dental Hygienist
Newly graduated from Bergen Community College, Angelica brings enthusiasm and modern techniques to pediatric care. Fluent in English and Spanish, she focuses on creating positive first experiences for young patients through patient-centered communication and interactive learning.
Questions
What age range do you treat?
We specialize in dental care for infants, children, and teens up to age 18.
How do you handle anxious children?
We use fear-free techniques including educational demonstrations, positive reinforcement, and gradual exposure to dental tools.
Do you offer emergency dental care?
Yes, we provide urgent care for dental injuries and acute oral issues during regular business hours.
What should I bring to the first visit?
Please bring insurance information, any previous dental records, and a list of current medications.
How do you make dental visits educational?
We use interactive tools, age-appropriate explanations, and hands-on demonstrations to teach proper oral hygiene techniques.
Are parents allowed during treatment?
Yes, we encourage parental presence during visits to provide comfort and participate in oral care education.
