Designing Smiles

Designing Smiles - General dentist in Hackensack, NJ
121 Elm Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Dr. Judith Mamah is a caring, friendly, and gentle dentist who believes in the total well-being of her patients by providing excellent dental care. Her dental career started in 1989. She has been practicing dentistry in Hackensack, NJ, since 1999, with an emphasis in Sedation and Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr Mamah is a certified Invisalign provider and also trained in Orthodontics, Implant dentistry and other aspects of restorative dentistry.

Designing Smiles - General dentist in Hackensack, NJ

Sedation dentistry is her real passion. Through sedation dentistry, Dr. Mamah has been able to treat very apprehensive people that have neglected their oral health due to fear, giving them a reason to smile again.

Dr. Mamah is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Mamah is also a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI). She is a member of the American Dental Association (A.D.A), Academy of General Dentistry (A.G.D), Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (D.O.C.S), International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), New Jersey Dental Association (N.J.D.A) and the Bergen County Dental Society.

Hi my name is Rebekah but my patients know me as Becky. I am an assistant at Designing smiles dental. I joined the Designing Smiles team after finishing my internship in 2014. When I first joined the team everyone was so welcoming, I felt at home on my first day. The atmosphere was very different from many offices that I've been to. I try to make it fun for my patients who are afraid of getting treatment done, also to make them comfortable as possible.

Part of my duties of being an assistant is not only to make sure my patients are calm before the doctor comes in the room, but to sterilize the instruments and disinfect the rooms after each patient. Our patients health is important to us and it is my duty as an assistant to maintain a good, safe and positive environment for them.

Hello, my name is Kat. I graduated from Eastwick College with a Cardiovascular Degree and joined the Designing Smiles team in January of 2015. Joining Dr. Mamah's team has been the best decision of my life!

Hi, my name is Lourdes, I have 14 years of experience in helping patients achieve a healthy smile. I am a professional hygienist licensed in the state of New York and New Jersey. With my education and clinical training in a highly skilled discipline, I am able to provide the best oral health for our patients in a comfortable atmosphere; specializing in painless hygiene treatment and local anesthesia.

I joined Designing Smiles; Dr. Judith Mamahs practice in June of 2014. As a hygienist I strive in helping patients achieve their oral health in a painless and professional form. Personal fulfillment comes from providing a valuable health care service while establishing trusting relationships with our patients. I am certified to work with Nitrous oxide, sometimes called laughing gas, as one option to help make you more comfortable during certain procedures.

Hi, my name is Pamela. Im an Assistant here at Designing Smiles. I graduated from Berdan Medical and Dental Institute in 2009 and then joined Dr. Mamahs team within one week of graduation! I must say that it has been a blessing to me.

For the past 18 years Bright has gained experience in various industries; oil and gas, telecommunications, and logistics and distribution solutions. As well, Bright has a broad knowledge of supply chain management and is currently studying for his MBA in Global Operations and Supply Chain Management. Bright is a widely traveled business professional and former CEO with experience in project management, business administration and human resources management. Bright is well known in revamping processes using his experience in business processes.

Hello my Name is Cynthia, I originally earned my degree in business administration and joined the great world of Corporate America. Right after my second child came along I realized great Corporate America was not for me. It is then when I joined the medicine world not knowing if it was suitable for me! I came to find out that servicing people is one of my greatest passions.

Joining Designing Smiles and working hand in hand with Dr. Judith Mamah has been one of the biggest blessings in my life. I have worked with a wide range of physicians Including medical, Operatory, Emergency room. All I can say is joining the Designing Smiles Team has been life changing experience.

As a Financial Coordinator I love helping our patients achieve their oral health goals in a way that works for their time and budget. As we all know dentistry is expensive and insurances pay so little but along with Dr. Mamahs kindness and effective team we are pleased to offer all the services we do to our patients.

With a background of over 18 years in sales and customer service, moved from California to the East Coast to start a family. Always looking to improve my personal and professional skills Idecided to change my life by going to dental school and become a Certified Dental Assistant. That was the beginning of the journey that brought me to Designing Smiles as an Insurance Coordinator, a position that I never imagined I would come to love and enjoy as much as Iam. I feel blessed to be part of a team that encourages, uplifts and supports me every step of the way and I thank Dr. Mamah for the opportunity she gave me to be part of this amazing team.

Designing Smiles - General dentist in Hackensack, NJ

Whether you are missing one tooth, several teeth, or an entire dental arch, dental implants can restore your smile and your oral health. Our Hackensack, NJ, dental team can discuss all of your treatment options in detail so you can be well-informed throughout the process.

Dr. Mamah is committed to improving our patients' quality of life and self-esteem through dentistry. As an expert in her field, she has gained recognition as a winner of New Jersey's Top Dentists in 2017 and Open Care Patients' Choice in 2016.

Designing Smiles - General dentist in Hackensack, NJ

In addition to cost concerns, many patients are anxious about the pain or discomfort associated with dental implant treatment. To make your care as painless and anxiety-free as possible,Dr. Mamah offers varioussedation options.

To be considered for dental implants, patients must have healthy teeth and gums. The presence of tooth decay, gum disease, damaged tooth roots, or other issues can impede the success of treatment. These issues should be treated prior to dental implant placement.

Individuals must have a strong, healthy jawbone to accommodate dental implants. If you have sustained bone loss or jawbone atrophy, then a bone grafting procedure or sinus lift may be necessary to prepare the jaw for implant surgery.

Dental implants do not require a significant amount of extra maintenance. However, proper brushing, daily flossing, regular dental exams, and professional cleanings are all necessaryto keep your implants in good condition for many years to come.

Based on your bone density and individual needs, we will choose between different brands of implants. We only use implants from well-established companies in the United States so that each patient benefits fromhigh-quality materials and long-lasting results.

The day of your dental implant surgery, local anesthesia is administered to numb the area. A small incision is then created in the gums to access the jawbone. Your dentist strategically places the titanium implants and closes the incision with sutures.

In most cases, dental implants need to heal for three to six months before the final restoration can be added. If you qualify for Teeth in a Day, you can receive your implants and your restoration during the same visit.

After the jawbone tissue has successfully fused to the implant, your dentist will attach a small connector known as an abutment. The abutment extends slightly beyond the gum line, serving as an anchor for your new crown, bridge, or denture. This may require a small surgical procedure.

Finally, your restoration is added. This may be accomplished with screw retention or with dental cement. After this step is complete, you will be able to brush, floss, and eat with your implant-supported restoration just like you would your natural teeth.

Following dental implant placement, patients can expect some degree of bleeding, swelling, and discomfort. Fortunately, these side effects can be mitigated by following all recommended postoperative guidelines provided by your Hackensack, NJ, dentist.

While most individuals are comfortable within a few days after their dental implant surgery, full recovery takes longer. Every individual is unique and heals at a different rate. On average, implant treatment takes about three to six months from start to finish.

I have been a patient for a few.years now. Dr. Mamah and the staff are excellent. They understand that going to the dentist is stressful and do their best to address your concerns and make you feel comfortable. The dental work itself is top notch. Their new offices are beautiful and spotlessly clean and sanitized. I am glad to recommend this practice.

I must say, God bless you Dr. Mamah. Thank you for responding to my emergency situation so soon even in the midst of the storm that were all in. This was my first visit and my experience was awesome. I feel like I should be in so much pain especially with the work you performed today, but I must say, No pain at all. Thats amazing thank you thank you thank you!!!!

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All-on-4 is an innovative dental implant placement technique developed by the company Nobel Biocare. It involvesfour implants (strong titanium posts) that are surgically placed into your jawbone to act as artificial roots. At our Hackensack, NJ, dental practice, All-on-4 is a popular dental implant treatment option because it allows patients to receive teeth in one day. Immediately after surgery, patients receive a temporary denture that is attached to their implants, immediately improving their smile and dental function.

While traditional implants use one implant per missing tooth, All-on-4 only uses four implants to replace a full arch of teeth. The implants are placed at a strategic angle, making the most of your existing jawbone and eliminating the need for bone grafting procedures.

Missing teeth cause jawbone shrinkage, so bone grafts may be needed to support traditional implants. All-on-4 uses your remaining healthy jawbone, so expensive bone grafting surgery may not be needed.

Your temporary prosthetic teeth will look, feel, and function much better than traditional removable dentures. Dentures cost less, but dentures have a nasty habit of slipping or falling out at awkward times.

Designing Smiles - General dentist in Hackensack, NJ

I'm so happy that I found Designing Smiles! I have been traumatized by dentists in the past, and have had a difficult time finding a dentist that listens, takes their time, explains the process and gives options. I am more than happy with Dr Mamah. I'm waiting for my implant to heal now, but I know I have the support of Dr Mamah and her team during this process!

Im new to the Northern New Jersey area and was interested in acquiring a Black Dentist. I searched around and saw the reviews about Dr. Mamah and her staff...Long story short, I am VERY pleased with the hospitality, professionalism, and dental work that I received here at Designing Smiles! Thank you Dr. Mamah and your team for completing my smile!

Dr. Mamah will create a pre-op plan for dental implant placement using the newest 3-D bone beam computed tomography (CBCT) technology. She'll confirm that your jaw bone is healthy enough for treatment, map out the position of your implants, and create a custom surgical guide. This makes surgery faster and more precise, causing less trauma and discomfort for you.

On the day of your implant surgery, you will receive a local anesthetic or sedation, if requested, to keep you comfortable. Dr. Mamah has extensive training in both implant dentistry andsedation dentistry. Once you are comfortable, she will create the necessary incisions in your gum and use your custom surgical guide to place four dental implants into your jawbone.

After the surgery, Dr. Mamah will place a set of high-quality, natural-looking temporary dentures on your newly placed implants. These temporary dentures will allow you to eat and speak normally during the healing process.

Dr. Mamah has received extensive post-doctoral training in sedation and is a Fellow of the Dental Organization for Oral Conscious Sedation. She provides safe, calming sedation so you can get your dental treatments done comfortably and painlessly. Our sedation options include:

Designing Smiles - General dentist in Hackensack, NJ

Dr. Mamah administers this calming gas, also called laughing gas, through a mask. You'll be awake but very relaxed and comfortable during your procedure. The gas wears off quickly and you can drive yourself home.

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I just recently visited the office for dental work referred by a friend and have nothing but praise for the professionalism of the staff. I've never had such an experience going to visit the dentist they make sure that you're comfortable. I will definitely refer a friend or a family member! Kudos to all!

Most likely, but the prosthetic teeth that Dr. Mamah attaches to your All-on-4 implants are worth every dollar, as they will look and function better than removable dentures. These types of dentures may cost less, but many patients dislike dentures that can fall out.

All-on-4 dental implants with attached dentures can give you better biting forcethan dentures kept in place by adhesives. So enjoy those crunchy fruits and veggies without fear of your dentures coming loose.

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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 429 reviews

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Carol Ferfoglia
a year ago
Great experience first impression it's very clean, everyone is pleasant and helpful Chris gave me a great cleaning and Dr Mamah is wonderful!


Stephanie Boursiquot
a year ago
1000/10; From the staff to Dr Judith herself. I was there from 9am to 3pm (cleaning, filling and 3 extractions) with my 3 yo daughter, when it was time to leave she CRIED. She was so comfortable to waved bye to me(her MOTHER) because of how well she was treated. THANK YOU. Great services over all.


Samantha Joy
2 years ago
I have a lot of anxiety surrounding the dentist. Visiting Dr. Mamah and the Designing Smiles practice team was the most pleasant, comfortable experience I've ever had. So grateful I found them.


shuwanda nzikou ilagou
2 years ago
The staff was really friendly & the doctor extremely personable!


Emma Chigwerewe Chirinda
2 years ago
Dr Mammah is a blessing and she has a wonderful team. Everyone at designing smiles is friendly and welcoming. Best denstist in NJ!


Regina Ladson
2 years ago
Thank You........This was the most pleasant experience from the door. Staff was very welcoming and cordial. They made me feel very comfortable, relaxed and at ease. They listened intently to all my concerns and issues.....I am highly recommending Designing Smiles if you're looking for caring, knowledgeable and professional dental services!!!


Marva Conquest
2 years ago
The five stars refers to the excellent patient treatment provided by staff and the extraordinary care provided by the doctor during my visit on July 11, 2022.


Cherrie Mason
2 years ago
Staff and Office Manager are wonderful. Everyone is genuinely very friendly. The Office is spotless.


Denise Clarke
2 years ago
The staff was very courteous. There was no long wait to be attended to. And of course the relaxing music was a plus for me.


Melissa Sanchez
2 years ago
I've been coming to designing smiles since 2015/2016 and they have always been so accommodating and helpful. So personable; The front desk staff are very pleasant; the whole staff is great actually and this puts my anxiety at ease every time I come in. Dr Sandra has been doing some work on my teeth for the past few years and she is super sweet! Thank you designing smiles for being such a great team and caring for your patients


Andy Guzman
2 years ago
Amazing staff very welcoming From The head Dentist down to the receptionist will recommend to everyone


lady q
2 years ago
This is seriously one of the BEST dentist/orthodontist offices I've ever been to. Helpful, gentle, patient, clean and diverse! I absolutely love this place. Everyone is knowledgeable and I'm happy to be getting my teeth straightened and gap closed with invisalign.


Matt Marovich
2 years ago
I love Dr. Mamah! Been going to her for almost 4 years now. I've gotten a ton of work done there. She and her staff have taken good care of me and done phenomenal work. My veneers look amazing! Thank you so much Doc, and I strongly recommend her business to any and all. Sometimes it's those little things that really make a difference... communication and watching out for the patient. Checking on pain and sensitivity etc. Her "bedside manor" for lack of a better term is top-notch. I'll forever get all my work done at Designing Smiles :-) and I give this business my hearty resounding A+


Alvin McLaughlin
2 years ago
Absolutely awesome! I never knew a dental experience could be so pleasant. Dr. Mamah and Dr. Sylvester are great. But the gem is the dental assistant name Laurie. Laurie made me feel at home. Her bedside manners are priceless! Great dental experience.


Vickie Taylor
2 years ago
I highly recommend Designing Smiles. Dr. Mamah is wonderful and the staff is superb.


Darryl Devose
2 years ago
A week after my root canal and tooth extraction everything is good. I finished my antibiotics and oral mouthwash. Thank you


Daniel Stinfil
2 years ago
They have taken amazing care of my teeth!!!


Deborah Ernst
2 years ago
Everyone was so friendly and the office was so clean and I loved the pictures they took to show me my teeth!! I highly recommend!


Nadia P
2 years ago
The entire staff is amazing and very friendly, the office was clean! My hygienist was gentle and knowledgeable. I would recommend this office.


BS Robinson
2 years ago
My experience at Designing Smiles is always great. The staff is excellent and very professional. I would recommend to anyone that is seeking a place where their dental needs will be treated with the upmost care and compassion please visit for a consultation. I use to be afraid of going to the dentist but not anymore I have been going to the Designing Smiles now for five years and each visit is very relaxing and comfortable because they specialize in meeting their clients needs. A special thanks to Dr. Mamah I can't thank her enough for her patience and kindness in helping me to believe that going to the dentist doesn't have to be a nightmare. Dr Mamah work is just extraordinary. If you want a beautiful smile she can make it happen. A special thanks to Dr Jang who is just outstanding a master in her field is dentistry.


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