Our vision is to help our patients live a happy and healthy lifestyle by ensuring they can keep their teeth for a lifetime. We have a professional, ambitious staff with the same drive to bring you the best possible service. High quality standards combined with the personalized care we provide is what makes us successful in delivering our vision for patients in the central New Jersey area.

We combine state-of-the-art technology with reliable standards to bring the best possible outcomes to our patients. Our practice is built on a foundation of strength through satisfaction, for both our patients and highly motivated staff. We have been profiled in numerous local publications for our outstanding care and service; and are honored that much of our business is through long-term clients and their referrals. At Glenwood Dental, exceeding your expectations at every opportunity is why we are here

At Glenwood Dental, your care is our primary focus. We understand that for you to have the best experience possible, our team must perform at optimal levels. To ensure this, we continually work on our business and team development. We also participate in regular dental continuing education training to stay at the forefront of the science of dentistry. By offering the most advanced dental care available in a comfortable and friendly environment, free of lectures or judgment, we strive to keep our patients involved and excited in the ongoing treatment of their teeth and gums.

Dr. Wassef believes in living by the Golden Rule Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. The core values he lives by are: compassion, honesty, and integrity partnered with open communication.

For this reason, when you choose Glenwood Dental you can expect to feel supported whether you have dental fears or not and to be treated with the utmost respect. Dr. Wassef will always make time to thoroughly explain your options so you are empowered to make treatment decisions that best suit your needs both medically and financially. He encourages every patient and family to take an active role in the success of their treatment.

Dr. Wassef studied for his undergraduate degree at the State University of New York Buffalo. He went on to the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey to graduate at the top of his dental class, receiving awards for clinical excellence. Dr Wassef is a diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantology. This enables him to stay current with the latest advancements in dentistry, especially dental implants.

Family is at the core of who Dr. Wassef is. When not investing family time with his wife and their three young sons, he volunteers time in his church, mentoring youth and counseling underprivileged children within his community. He has many hobbies and as a serious sports enthusiast, he is always up for a sporting challenge especially tennis and basketball. Dr. Wassef lives and practices by the belief that all patients deserve to be treated just as he would treat a personal family member. Consequently, he prides himself in making the best possible care a reality for all his patients.

Erika has always had a true desire for helping people with her gifted, gentle hands. She is extremely passionate about her job and loves working as a hygienist. She is compassionate, caring and treats her patients like family. Her ultimate goal is for her patients to have healthy teeth and gums for a lifetime. When Erika is not working hard, she is cherishing time with her family and volunteering in church. She also loves a great movie and to dance, especially to salsa music. When Erika visits her hometown in Colombia, she is very active in many community service projects.

A. The American Dental Association (ADA) guidelines recommend visiting a dentist at least twice a year for a checkup and professional cleaning. Our office also recommends a minimum of two visits per year.

A. One of our staff members will compile your medical and dental history during your first visit. We will then examine your teeth and gums, screen you for oral cancer, make X-rays of your teeth as needed and complete a TMJ (temporomandibular or jaw joint) exam. After we review your dental profile, we will discuss a diagnosis with you. If treatment such as a root canal (endodontics), braces (orthodontics) or oral surgery is needed, we will plan to treat you in our office or refer you to a specialist. We will discuss your options for treatment and fee payment and help you determine the best plan to fit your needs.

During regular follow-up visits, we will examine your teeth and gums, screen you for oral cancer, clean your teeth and make plans for treatment, as needed. We will discuss any pain or problems you may be experiencing and answer any questions you may have.

A. Painless dentistry is a means of ensuring your total experience in our office is as stress-free and pain-free as possible. We will discuss treatment options that may require no local anesthetic and whenever possible, alleviate pain by the means most comfortable to you.

A. Yes. We accept many types of dental insurance and will process your claim for you upon receipt of your co-payment. We offer special financing with approved credit. Call for promotional details. We also accept most major credit cards, including MasterCard and Visa.

A. There are several methods available for whitening the teeth: in office, overnight or daily. Brite Smile whitening is done in our office. One session generally lasts one and a half to two hours, and you can read or relax during the treatment. For overnight bleaching, we make an impression of your teeth and create a mouthguard that fits your bite. Each day you fill the mouthguard with a small amount of bleaching gel and wear it overnight or for a few hours during the day. The overnight whitening process takes approximately two weeks.

Other over-the-counter daily bleaching products are available, but it is important to use any bleaching product only under the supervision of a dentist. To achieve the whitening results you desire, the ADA recommends that you seek the professional advice of a dentist, including examination and diagnosis of the cause of tooth discoloration, before you begin any bleaching program.

A. Porcelain veneers are designed to look like your natural teeth and are individually and permanently attached to the fronts of your existing teeth. Bonding utilizes a composite material made of plastic to fill in areas of your teeth and correct chipping and shape problems. Both porcelain veneers and bonding are color-matched to the rest of your teeth.