Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Routine dental exams are important for maintaining your oral health and uncovering dental problems that may otherwise go unnoticed. After the exam, our hygienist will clean the bacteria from your teeth and gum line.
• X-rays
• Oral Cancer Screening
  Oral cancer is a serious threat to your health and an average of nearly 40,000 patients are diagnosed with the condition each year. As such, it is essential that you undergo regular oral cancer screenings, especially if you are at high risk of the condition due to the use of tobacco products or heavy alcohol consumption. At Ridgewood Dental Associates, we are dedicated to providing leading oral health care. By providing advanced oral cancer screenings using the latest technology at our Ridgewood, NJ, practice, we can help you protect your future.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Skipping your biannual professional cleanings and exams increases your risk of developing infections and decay. When left untreated, these conditions can cause teeth to loosen or fall out entirely. As a result, bite patterns can change, which can lead to other concerns such as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). In addition, discomfort from extensive decay and a misaligned bite can be considerable. Our dentists can make your visits more enjoyable.
• Fluoride Treatment
  The hygienist will use a scaling instrument that gently eliminates tartar and plaque from the tooth surfaces and gum line. Your teeth will then be polished with an electric brush and a special toothpaste. Finally, the hygienist will floss your teeth. Some patients may elect to receive a fluoride treatment as an added level of protection against decay.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  Composite fillings placed at our Ridgewood, NJ, practice restore teeth after they have suffered from cavities and decay. We use tooth-colored composite resin, also known as a white filling, to restore your tooth and protect your smile from future damage. Compared to traditional metal fillings, white fillings require less alteration of the tooth, contain no toxins, and achieve a more secure bond with the tooth. At Ridgewood Dental Associates, your dentist will match the resin to the color of your teeth for a natural-looking restoration that can last for years.
• Veneers
  Veneers Is a less-than-perfect smile affecting your daily life? Do chipped, misaligned, or discolored teeth make you hesitate to smile? Let veneers from the experts at Ridgewood Dental Associates overcome the cosmetic concerns that stop you from readily sharing your smile.
• Crowns
  Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used to restore a molar that has endured moderate to severe damage. This type of restoration is a conservative alternative to dental crowns that preserves more natural tooth structure. Our dentists at Ridgewood Dental Associates in Ridgewood, NJ, have decades of experience restoring damaged teeth. We offer inlays and onlays made from the tooth-colored materials that are virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth.
• Bridges
  Dental Bridges Because your smile is often the first thing many people notice, missing teeth can make you hesitant to smile or talk in public. Our elite dentists can provide you with customized dental bridges to complete your smile.
• Dental Bonding
  You may be a candidate for dental bonding if you have healthy teeth and gums, but wish to address minor aesthetic imperfections. This cosmetic procedure is most often used to enhance teeth that are slightly...
• Restorative Dentistry
  Born without eight adult teeth, Jean-Marie longed for the beautiful smile that is essential for performers. She turned to Dr. Mark F. Samani at Ridgewood Dental Associates, a practice noted for its exceptional cosmetic and restorative dentistry treatments. The professionalism and thoughtful care she received have instilled a sense of trust that has kept her coming back for nearly 20 years. View transcript

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Dr. Samani’s father was a dual specialty dentist in Prosthodontics and Endodontics. Seeing the joy his father brought to patients inspired our dentist to do the same. Dr. Samani now enjoys the same feeling thanks to the powerful, life-changing results he provides.

Periodontics

• Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty
  Dr. Jin Ha Joung is a detail-oriented dentist who uses advanced gum contouring techniques at our Ridgewood, NJ, office to achieve optimal results. Also known as a gingivectomy, a gum contouring procedure reshapes the gum tissue around the teeth to create a more balanced smile. This procedure is primarily performed for cosmetic purposes to help patients achieve a smile they can feel confident about.
• Periodontal Surgery
  Based on this information, Dr. Joung will determine if you have mild, moderate, or advanced periodontal disease and recommend the most appropriate therapy. Patients with mild or moderate periodontal disease may receive a scaling and root planing therapy, also called deep cleaning therapy. For more severe cases, you may require periodontal surgery.
• Deep Cleaning
  Scaling and root planing, also known as deep cleaning, is a dental therapy designed to eliminate tartar buildup below the gum line and control the symptoms of mild to moderate gum disease. Dr. Jin Ha Joung at Ridgewood Dental Associates is a board-certified periodontist and a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. He can diagnose periodontal disease and determine the best treatment option for you. Our team can perform a non-surgical scaling and root planing treatment at our Ridgewood, NJ, practice to address gum disease and improve overall health.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Dentures If you suffer from tooth loss, it can negatively impact your oral health and appearance. Modern dentures help patients who are missing most or all of their teeth achieve a functional and natural-looking smile.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Patients who want dental implants but do not have the necessary jawbone to qualify for treatment can increase their candidacy with a dental bone graft. Dr. Jin Ha Joung at Ridgewood Dental Associates in Ridgewood, NJ, is one of a handful of dentists in the country to be trained in two dental specialties; both Prosthodontics and Periodontics. He is a Board Certified Periodontist, who is an active member of the American College of Prosthodontists and the International Team for Implantology (ITI).

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  Treating the temporomandibular joint doesn't require invasive oral surgery. Thanks to a non-invasive mouth guard, patients can experience less severe TMD symptoms without any downtime, discomfort, or interruption of their normal daily routines.
• Tooth Extractions
  You can return home after your procedure. However, it typically takes a few days to recover after a tooth extraction. We can give you detailed instructions explaining how to care for your smile during recovery. Get lots of rest during the first 24 hours and avoid drinking from a straw or rinsing or spitting forcefully. You should limit your activity for at least a day or two after your procedure, as strenuous activity could slow down the healing process.
• Bone Grafting
  Bone grafting is a surgery that reinforces your jawbone with additional tissue. This procedure can be performed to improve oral function or facial aesthetics following trauma or as treatment for congenital defects. However, the most common reason for this procedure is to improve dental implant candidacy.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  Instead of metal hardware, Invisalign uses smooth, clear aligners that are custom-crafted for each individual patient. These aligners fit snugly over your upper or lower teeth, similar to whitening trays or a sports guard. Treatment with Invisalign can range from nine to 18 months but takes about 12 months on average, which is roughly half the typical timeline for traditional orthodontics.
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  While Invisalign is typically thought of as a cosmetic dental procedure, it provides a host of oral health benefits as well. Straighter teeth are easier to clean because they provide fewer hard-to-reach areas for plaque to accumulate, which also helps you avoid dental issues such as cavities or gum disease from occurring in the future. Straighter teeth can also alleviate symptoms of TMJ by correcting bite issues and relieving pressure in the jaw. By straightening your teeth, we can enhance the appearance of your smile while reducing the risk of other serious dental conditions.
• Braces
  Comfortable Traditional braces use brackets and wires that can irritate the inside of the mouth and cause discomfort. Aligners are made of clear, BPA-free plastic that is smooth to the touch and extremely comfortable compared to braces.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Teeth Whitening Stained or discolored teeth can be embarrassing and even look unhealthy, causing you to hide your smile.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Cosmetic Dentistry Do you have a smile you don't love, and hesitate to share? You may be shortchanging both your happiness and health. Studies show that smiling helps you connect with the world around you and sets off healthy feel-good neurotransmitters in your brain.
• General Dentistry
  On the search for a new dentist in Ridgewood, NJ ? At Ridgewood Dental Associates, we are setting a new standard for exceptional care, particularly in the field of prosthodontics. After more than 40 years in practice, our restorative dentists are the face of innovation and excellence in Ridgewood, NJ, and across the tri-state area. With a comprehensive selection of cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry treatments to offer, Dr. Jin Ha Joung, Dr. Mark Samani, Dr. Jonathan Mendia, and Dr. Min-Hee Cho offer advanced dental care to improve your oral health and help change your life for the better.