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Your Child's Dental Health Starts Here
East Brunswick Pediatric Dentistry has been dedicated to nurturing healthy smiles in children since its founding. Our board-certified pediatric dentists bring extensive expertise in addressing the unique dental needs of infants, children, and patients with special needs. We prioritize creating positive, comfortable experiences through evidence-based practices and advanced techniques, including hospital-based treatments under general anesthesia.Our team collaborates closely with pediatricians and specialists to ensure comprehensive care, emphasizing preventive education for families. With decades of combined experience and affiliations with leading institutions like Saint Peters University Hospital, we maintain rigorous standards of excellence while fostering trust through transparent communication and compassionate service.
Services
Infant Dental Care
Cleft Lip Treatment
Pediatric Dental Surgery
Special Needs Dentistry
Dental Emergencies
Frenectomies
Highlights and features
- Our dentists are board-certified specialists with hospital affiliations
- We offer hospital-based anesthesia services for complex cases
- Specialized training in treating cleft lip/palate and special needs patients
- Emergency care available with immediate response protocols
- Comprehensive preventive education for long-term oral health
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
Services
Infant Dental Care
We provide early dental evaluations starting six months after first tooth eruption or by age one. Our preventive care includes oral health assessments, hygiene guidance, and developmental monitoring. Parents receive customized home care instructions to establish proper brushing techniques and dietary habits that prevent early childhood caries while creating positive dental experiences.
Cleft Lip Treatment
Our specialists manage dental complications associated with cleft lip and palate conditions. This includes comprehensive evaluations of tooth positioning, eruption patterns, and oral hygiene challenges. We coordinate with orthodontic teams for baseline assessments and long-term treatment planning while providing specialized restorative care to address malpositioned or malformed teeth in cleft patients.
Pediatric Dental Surgery
We perform complex dental procedures in hospital operating rooms under general anesthesia for children with extensive dental needs or special requirements. Services include restorative treatments, extractions, and preventive care completed in fully equipped surgical settings with pediatric anesthesiologists monitoring patients throughout their procedures. This approach ensures safe, comprehensive care for anxious or developmentally challenged young patients.
Special Needs Dentistry
Our team provides tailored dental care for children with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities. We implement specialized behavior management techniques and sensory-friendly environments to accommodate individual needs. Treatment plans consider each patient's unique medical history and physical limitations while maintaining the same high standards of preventive and restorative dental care available to all our patients.
Dental Emergencies
We offer immediate treatment for dental trauma including knocked-out permanent teeth, cracked teeth, and soft tissue injuries. Our emergency protocols emphasize rapid intervention to preserve dental structures, with clear instructions for temporary care before office visits. Patients receive guidance on pain management, tooth preservation techniques, and when to seek emergency room care after hours.
People
Jason Nudelman
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Nudelman earned his DDS from SUNY Buffalo and completed pediatric specialty training at Columbia University. He serves as Chief of Pediatric Dental Surgery at Saint Peters University Hospital and maintains board certification through the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Jena Barry
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Barry received her dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed her pediatric residency at Columbia University. She holds certifications in pediatric advanced life support and provides compassionate care for children while volunteering dental services internationally.
Paulina Kanakos
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Kanakos earned her dental degree from Tufts University and completed her pediatric residency at the University of Connecticut. Inspired by her family's medical background, she develops child-friendly dental approaches while maintaining active involvement in her Greek community.
Minjin Yoo
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Yoo completed her dental training at the University of New England and pediatric residency at the University of Connecticut. A former nonprofit program director, she brings child-centered service experience to her dental practice while maintaining active hospital affiliations.
Questions
When should my child have their first dental visit?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends visits within six months of first tooth eruption or by age one to establish preventive care.
Do you treat children with special needs?
Yes, our team has specialized training in caring for children with physical, developmental, and emotional disabilities in a supportive, adaptive environment.
What emergency dental care options exist?
We provide immediate care for knocked-out teeth, cracked teeth, and oral injuries. Contact us directly during business hours or visit an emergency center after hours.
Are hospital-based dental procedures available?
Yes, we offer general anesthesia services in hospital operating rooms for complex cases or anxious young patients requiring comprehensive treatment.
How do you handle cleft lip/palate dental care?
Our specialists coordinate with craniofacial teams to address tooth positioning, eruption issues, and restorative needs while planning long-term orthodontic treatment.
