A long-lasting choice, implant-supported dentistry brings you as close to growing new teeth as possible. Expertly placed in the same bone that once supported teeth, you'll often enjoy the strength and function of nature. Modern porcelains produce a life-like result that may leave you completely unaware that they aren't your natural teeth. An excellent choice for one or more missing teeth, dentures can also be attached to implants. The stability and sense of confidence you develop with implants will leave you pleasantly surprised.
A custom road map for your return to full dental function when incorporating implants must guide the way. Dr. Zichella calls upon the best technology available to help plan your restorative case. Digital x-rays, 3D mapping, models, photographs and case guides prove valuable. Dr. Zichella uses highly regarded specialists as needed to bring the components of your case together. But at all times, he serves as the quarterback of the entire plan.
Many patients find the procedure of implant placement easier than they anticipated. Various types of sedation may fit your comfort level best, so feel free to discuss them with Dr. Zichella. Modern dental anesthetic numbs the site, and experienced hands carefully place the implant. A tiny guide hole provides a path for threading a small implant cylinder into place. The sterile piece settles into a precise location, and a smooth cover protects the implant during the healing period.
In some cases, a temporary or permanent crown may be inserted at the time of surgery. Cases involving multiple implants often proceed the same way, with more temporary options available so you can smile confidently immediately.
Implants can't withstand normal bite forces until the bone has attached firmly to the delicate surface. Dr. Zichella will help you decide what will work best during the initial healing period, and ensure you're still able to function while protecting your implants. This period usually lasts from 3-6 months as implants integrate into your jaw. Most patients experience minimal discomfort after placement, especially compared to tooth removal procedures.
Even with all the benefits, the cost of dental implant procedures is an important consideration. When your case brings together the latest imaging, advanced training, and unique material technologies, this service offers one of the best values in modern health care. Compared to the replacement of other hard structures and joints of the body, most services with dental implants can be done at a small fraction of those costs. Better yet, most patients carry on with normal activities right away and usually enjoy a lifetime of normal chewing, bite stability, and appearance. But we know the cost of dental implants is an important part of creating a complete plan that works for you.
The cost of dental implant services involves several critical factors unique to each patient. A fee quoted without careful evaluation doesn't consider what's best for your mouth. And comparisons may not account for the difference in the quality of materials used, along with the training of the doctor performing this highly technical service. Dr. Zichella customizes treatment planning after he has spent time analyzing what would be best for each one.
One thing remains absolutely certain: You'll get the highest value possible in modern implant dentistry. That means years of natural function and a smile that's secure and makes you proud to show. We look forward to discussing how we can partner together for the best solution for you!
Dr. Joseph Zichella earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (formerly known as The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey). He completed his General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center, where he received advanced training in oral surgery, endodontics (root canal therapy), cosmetic dentistry, and comprehensive restorative treatment followed by additional implant training at Columbia University. Before attending dental school, Dr. Zichella taught high school biology for five years in both public and private school settings.
Dr. Zichella is committed to continuing education and takes many advanced courses each year to enhance his skills to serve the dental care needs of his patients better and provide them with a gentle and comfortable dental experience. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the New Jersey Dental Association.
Dr. Joseph Zichella recently took over for Dr. Blackmore, and while ownership may have changed, Dr. Zichellas commitment to ethical, expert care with a gentle hand remains as important as it was three decades ago.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 8 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJames M
2 years ago
Not a fan of going to the dentist but if you have to go this is the guy. Very friendly guy and treats people nice. Very knowledgeable and explains what he's doing as he moves along. Explained his opinions and what I needed to expect and options for when it occurs. Located right in the Ramsey main transit parking lot where the farmers market is on Sunday's.
Jannet Kuluo
3 years ago
Dr. Zichella is one awesome Doctor. I would give a 10 star if I had the option. I have seen several Dentists but my experience with him and his entire staff was very professional. Dr. Zichella takes you through the steps and explains everything in detail before working on you. No pain whatsoever! I would highly recommend
Glenn Schneider
3 years ago
Nice friendly guy & does great work. Makes you feel comfortable as possible & the staff is excellent too.
Dillon Browne
4 years ago
Dr. Zichella is remarkable. I've been seeing him for a while now. He treated me with ZOOM whitening and I would 100% recommend him for this and any other dental work. He's not only brilliant, he's passionate about what he does. That is a rare combination.
Jannet Kuluo
4 years ago
Dr. Zichella is one awesome Doctor. I would give a 10 star if I had the option. I have seen several Dentists but my experience with him and his entire staff was very professional. Dr. Zichella takes you through the steps and explains everything in detail before working on you. No pain whatsoever! I would highly recommend
Glenn Schneider
4 years ago
Nice friendly guy & does great work. Makes you feel comfortable as possible & the staff is excellent too.
Gina K
4 years ago
My experience with Dr. Zichella was great. I dread going to the dentist because I have such sensitive teeth. Dr. Zichella made the visit completely painless and I felt less stressed within minutes of being there. More importantly I took my 18 month old to Dr. Zichella for his very first cleaning, and am happy to report we will he going back for all his visits. He was so gentle with my baby and really took his time. He let him look and explore the tools before he used them so that my son wouldn't be frightened. He is very knowledgeable and honest. He was able to answer all my questions about dental care for my son and gave suggestions on how to make brushing fun. I highly recommend Dr. Zichella as a dentist for your entire family.
Greg Puccio
4 years ago
Dr Zichella is the most competent and honest dentist I have met. Highly recommended!
DARLENE FULMER
4 years ago
Dr. Zichella and his staff are amazing. He is thorough and his follow up is incredible. He called me that night after my appointment to check in to make sure I was okay and he had me come in on a Friday when they were closed to make sure I was healing properly. I was very impressed and very grateful for everything!!! I have officially switched dentists and will be going to him from this point on.
Chris Sanchez
4 years ago
Dr. Zichella and his staff were professional, friendly and did a great job. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a pleasant experience at the dentist!
Dillon Browne
4 years ago
Dr. Zichella is remarkable. I've been seeing him for a while now. He treated me with ZOOM whitening and I would 100% recommend him for this and any other dental work. He's not only brilliant, he's passionate about what he does. That is a rare combination.
DARLENE FULMER
5 years ago
Dr. Zichella and his staff are amazing. He is thorough and his follow up is incredible. He called me that night after my appointment to check in to make sure I was okay and he had me come in on a Friday when they were closed to make sure I was healing properly. I was very impressed and very grateful for everything!!! I have officially switched dentists and will be going to him from this point on.
Chris Sanchez
5 years ago
Dr. Zichella and his staff were professional, friendly and did a great job. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a pleasant experience at the dentist!
Greg Puccio
5 years ago
Dr Zichella is the most competent and honest dentist I have met. Highly recommended!
Gina K
5 years ago
My experience with Dr. Zichella was great. I dread going to the dentist because I have such sensitive teeth. Dr. Zichella made the visit completely painless and I felt less stressed within minutes of being there. More importantly I took my 18 month old to Dr. Zichella for his very first cleaning, and am happy to report we will he going back for all his visits. He was so gentle with my baby and really took his time. He let him look and explore the tools before he used them so that my son wouldn't be frightened. He is very knowledgeable and honest. He was able to answer all my questions about dental care for my son and gave suggestions on how to make brushing fun. I highly recommend Dr. Zichella as a dentist for your entire family.
Christopher Berghout
7 years ago
I have made hundreds of visits to 6 or 7 different dentists over the course of my life and it wasn't until I visited Dr. Blackmore for the first time last year that I gained perspective on the lacking quality I'd come to just accept over the years, and realized how vast the spectrum of quality for dentistry is, and how impactful/pleasant an experienced, quality-driven dental practice can be. This practice is on another level of elite in every facet of dental care. It all started with my first cleaning with the hygienist. GiGi takes her time with all phases of a proper cleaning procedure, thoroughly scaling, water-picking and polishing my teeth. Key is that she's consistent. Every visit she invests the same amount of time and effort and cuts no corners. Dentists/hygienists I've had in the past would rush me in and out of the chair in sometimes under 10 minutes, skipping one or more of the aforementioned treatment components. GiGi spends 25-30 minutes and takes no facet of treatment for granted; EVERY TIME I see her. When I leave the practice I always marvel at how fantastic my teeth look and also how clean they feel to the tongue. I'd never experienced anything remotely close to this before visiting this practice. Keep up the great work GiGi! Probably the only con I could possibly mention about the practice is that they are only open 3 days/week, but this isn't so bad because for one, on those 3 days they're open for 10-12 hours, affording me the sort of flexibility I need when scheduling visits conducive to my insanely busy schedule. In addition, Tammy the office manager is/has been extremely helpful to me in terms of helping me with scheduling and navigating the confusing landscape of the dental insurance racket. Thanks Tammy! As for Dr. Blackmore and his technician, I don't think I can be appropriately effusive! Their cohesiveness with one another when executing procedures is really something to behold, so much that after my first experience in the chair having a small filling repaired I felt compelled to tell them: "That was the best experience I've ever had in my entire life in a dentist's chair." One of the many indications of the sort of quality you get at this practice is that they use a super high quality, (and considerably more expensive for the practice I've been told) pre-injection topical anesthetic. In the past, regardless of the amount/length of time I'd been given a topical gel to help quell the pain/discomfort associated with the injection of local anesthesia, it always still hurt to varying degrees! After 5 different experiences receiving Novocaine injections from Dr. Blackmore, I have yet to feel even somewhat of a pinch! It is simply brilliant! I should also add that Dr. Blackmore's placement of injections is highly precise because the area that needs to be numb, gets numb and gets numb FAST. I never have to question whether or not the tooth is, in fact, numb, like I have so often in the past where the dentist starts drilling and it feels like I'm being smacked in the face with a sledgehammer, I proceed to flail my hands around and have to request another injection. I could go on and on about many other noteworthy procedural nuances I think are a step above the dentistry status quo with regard to this dentist/technician tandem, but I'll just conclude by saying: BRAVO!! So long as this practice is operating it will be my #1 option for anything related to my dental health. I wish I knew about you guys a long time ago! Keep it going strong! THANK YOU DR. BLACKMORE AND STAFF!!
Christopher Berghout
8 years ago
I have made hundreds of visits to 6 or 7 different dentists over the course of my life and it wasn't until I visited Dr. Blackmore for the first time last year that I gained perspective on the lacking quality I'd come to just accept over the years, and realized how vast the spectrum of quality for dentistry is, and how impactful/pleasant an experienced, quality-driven dental practice can be. This practice is on another level of elite in every facet of dental care. It all started with my first cleaning with the hygienist. GiGi takes her time with all phases of a proper cleaning procedure, thoroughly scaling, water-picking and polishing my teeth. Key is that she's consistent. Every visit she invests the same amount of time and effort and cuts no corners. Dentists/hygienists I've had in the past would rush me in and out of the chair in sometimes under 10 minutes, skipping one or more of the aforementioned treatment components. GiGi spends 25-30 minutes and takes no facet of treatment for granted; EVERY TIME I see her. When I leave the practice I always marvel at how fantastic my teeth look and also how clean they feel to the tongue. I'd never experienced anything remotely close to this before visiting this practice. Keep up the great work GiGi! Probably the only con I could possibly mention about the practice is that they are only open 3 days/week, but this isn't so bad because for one, on those 3 days they're open for 10-12 hours, affording me the sort of flexibility I need when scheduling visits conducive to my insanely busy schedule. In addition, Tammy the office manager is/has been extremely helpful to me in terms of helping me with scheduling and navigating the confusing landscape of the dental insurance racket. Thanks Tammy! As for Dr. Blackmore and his technician, I don't think I can be appropriately effusive! Their cohesiveness with one another when executing procedures is really something to behold, so much that after my first experience in the chair having a small filling repaired I felt compelled to tell them: "That was the best experience I've ever had in my entire life in a dentist's chair." One of the many indications of the sort of quality you get at this practice is that they use a super high quality, (and considerably more expensive for the practice I've been told) pre-injection topical anesthetic. In the past, regardless of the amount/length of time I'd been given a topical gel to help quell the pain/discomfort associated with the injection of local anesthesia, it always still hurt to varying degrees! After 5 different experiences receiving Novocaine injections from Dr. Blackmore, I have yet to feel even somewhat of a pinch! It is simply brilliant! I should also add that Dr. Blackmore's placement of injections is highly precise because the area that needs to be numb, gets numb and gets numb FAST. I never have to question whether or not the tooth is, in fact, numb, like I have so often in the past where the dentist starts drilling and it feels like I'm being smacked in the face with a sledgehammer, I proceed to flail my hands around and have to request another injection. I could go on and on about many other noteworthy procedural nuances I think are a step above the dentistry status quo with regard to this dentist/technician tandem, but I'll just conclude by saying: BRAVO!! So long as this practice is operating it will be my #1 option for anything related to my dental health. I wish I knew about you guys a long time ago! Keep it going strong! THANK YOU DR. BLACKMORE AND STAFF!!
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