At Dr. Victor Oelbaum & Associates, our dental team is comprised of an experienced cosmetic dentist, orthodontist, and periodontist, as well as a highly-skilled and trained staff, all committed to providing exceptional care in a friendly and relaxing environment. We believe it is important for you to feel as comfortable as possible throughout the entirety of your treatment, which is why we employ several of the most advanced dental techniques and technologies designed to increase both the efficiency and efficacy of your care and results.
As large proponents of continued education, our doctors maintain active memberships in several prestigious dental and professional organizations in an effort to constantly hone their skills and remain at the innovative forefront of dentistry, orthodontics, and periodontics. Ultimately, our dental teams collaborative goal is to help you and your family maintain beautiful, healthy teeth and gums through personalized attention and customized care.
Dr. Victor Oelbaum is proud to provide high-quality dental care to our patients in Bronx, NY and the surrounding areas. A graduate of the University of Maryland, Dr. Oelbaum is a member of the American Dental Association, the Bronx County Dental Society, as well as the New York State Dental Association. He is known for his extreme attention to detail and comprehensive care.
Dr. Oelbaum has been practicing dentistry for 32 years and has chosen a path of continued dedication to excellence in dentistry. His devotion to his patients allows him to develop close relationships with them. This commitment to exceptional dentistry and unwavering patient care is highlighted in Dr. Oelbaums pursuit of continued education and implementation of new material and techniques. When he is not at his practice, some of Dr. Oelbaums hobbies include playing guitar, singing, basketball, and reading.
A cosmetic dentist is trained in a broad range of treatments and procedures that aim to enhance the aesthetic beauty of your smile while optimizing the long-term health of your teeth and gums. This is achieved with measures that go beyond routine dental check-ups and cleanings, although these protocols are an essential part of maintaining excellent oral care. With particular emphasis on keeping abreast with the latest practices and technology to provide more effective, comfortable, and minimally invasive treatment, a cosmetic dentist aims to make your dream smile a reality. Depending on your concerns, this may involve restoring the proportions of a youthful and healthy tooth structure, replacing missing teeth, brightening discolored teeth, correcting misalignments, repairing chips or cracks, or strengthening weak enamel, among many other objectives. In short, whether you seek a simple fix with porcelain veneers and Invisalign or desire a full smile makeover, a cosmetic dentist works to achieve your ideal smile with the hope that it has a positive impact on your oral wellness as well as your self-confidence.
From cosmetic treatment to full mouth restoration, selecting the most qualified dentist to achieve your unique treatment goals is vital to ensuring your results meetand even exceedyour expectations. While making this choice can be difficult, the following tips can help guide your decision:
Dr. Nikhil Narkhede utilizes a variety of orthodontic systems to help patients obtain the beautiful smiles they deserve, including traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, and Invisalign clear teeth aligners. Before joining our team at Dr. Victor Oelbaum & Associates, Dr. Narkhede graduated from the New York University College of Dentistry, where he obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Following his graduation, Dr. Narkhede continued his training at NYU with an extensive three-year postgraduate residency in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics. Dr. Narkhede melds his passions for orthodontics and patient-centered care to provide patients with a truly customized plan to achieve their goals.
As an advocate of continuing education, Dr. Narkhede attends numerous courses and conferences to stay up-to-date with the most advanced orthodontic techniques. This ongoing education ultimately allows him to provide the best possible care and results for each patients unique needs. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the:
An orthodontist is trained in a special branch of dentistry dedicated to correcting misalignments of the teeth and jaw. Orthodontists work to address a wide range of irregularities in the arrangement of your oral structures, from malocclusion (a poor bite) and overcrowding to aesthetic facial changes caused by bad jaw alignment. With extensive knowledge on the developing neuromuscular and skeletal facial anatomy, orthodontists are highly experienced in the detection, interception, and amelioration of biting issues. In conjunction with resolving the functional concerns caused by a poorly-aligned jawincluding speech problems, difficulty chewing, facial asymmetry, and TMJ Disorder symptomsorthodontists also strive to create a beautiful, even smile for patients in the least obstructive way possible. This often involves employing cutting-edge orthodontic systems, such as Invisalign and cosmetic braces, to straighten teeth for discreet, effective treatment.
Your child should be screened for orthodontic treatment by the age of seven, which is typically when most children have begun to develop some permanent teeth. Early detection and evaluation of teeth and jaw misalignment can allow your orthodontist to detect any existing or developing biting issues and begin prompt treatment planning before such complications are exacerbated. After this comprehensive examination, your orthodontist can assess whether preliminary orthodontic appliances for your child are necessary, as well as determine the best time to start treatment in the event that intervention is required. In most cases, child orthodontics can decrease the risk of more complex problems arising in the future and, if appropriate, minimize the amount of time your child has to wear braces.
In selecting a qualified orthodontist to treat your concerns, it is essential to choose an experienced professional who is attuned to the latest orthodontic technologies and well-equipped to address your unique needs. Given the range of available options at your disposal, our team has put together some tips to help you narrow your search:
Dr. Daniel Reich graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1991. He then spent 3 years as a Research Fellow in Oral Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx.
Dr. Reich went on to train as a Periodontal Resident at S.U.N.Y at Stony Brook, where he obtained his Specialty Certificate in Periodontics in 1997. Since then, he has continued teaching at Stony Brook as a Clinical Assistant Professor and maintains a private practice in Fort Lee, New Jersey. He currently resides in Bergenfield with his wife and five children.
A periodontist is a dental specialist who focuses exclusively on maintaining and restoring the health of the soft tissues surrounding the teeth. Specifically, periodontists focus on preventing, diagnosing, and treating the various stages of gum disease or other conditions in which the gum tissue is inflamed. Periodontists are also trained to place dental implants, and often have knowledge in the aesthetic principles of dentistry that can achieve a beautiful, natural-looking restoration. With completion of specialized educational requirements beyond dental school, periodontists are trained to perform an array of periodontal treatments for cases that range from the early stages of gingivitis to more advanced gum diseasecalled periodontitis.
While general dentists are typically trained to treat early gum disease, the need for a periodontist may arise if there are signs of the teeth losing attachment to the gum tissue. This can occur when plaque begins to build up around the teeth, usually as a result of absent or ineffective daily oral hygiene. As plaque continues to collect and periodontal disease progresses into more severe stages, the underlying bone and gums can recede and ultimately cause infection, as well as tooth loss. Since the initial signs of gum disease can quickly advance into more severe symptoms, it is important to undergo an evaluation from a periodontist as soon as you have a concern of gum disease. If recognized in its early stages, periodontal disease can be treated easily and result in the restored health of your teeth and gums.