Dr. Cavan Brunsden DMD, Pediatric Dentistwas formerly an elementary school teacher and assistant principal. He completed his dental degree at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine where he graduated as a member of OKU, the national dental honor society. After a two-year pediatric dental residency at Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center in New York, Dr. Cavan Brunsden joined our community as a pediatric dentist in 1981. He founded KidZdent with his wife and partner, Dr. Nancy Villa, in 1985.

As the state chairman of the NewJersey Dental Association, Give Kids A Smile Program, He is a strong advocate for childrens healthcare education throughout the state as well as right here in our own community. Dr. Brunsden DMD, Pediatric Dentist is dedicated to providing an environment of positive dental health experiences for children and a lifetime of smiles.

Dr. Brunsden DMD, Pediatric Dentist is a Certified Pediatric Dentist who performs all phases of comprehensive, preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry for children. In addition, he has extensive experience with labial frenectomy, lingual frenectomy, sedation dentistry, early interceptive orthodontics, and special needs patient care.

I have always cared about children and about helping them become the best that they can be. My professional career began as a sixth grade teacher, and then I became a science teacher, an assistant principal, then a pediatric dentist. Now I direct and practice in the finest dental child care center in the world, KidZdent. I believe in being a positive change in the lives of children. A change that guides them to a healthy smile. Every day that I work with children, I am inspired by their unique approach to all that life has to offer them. I am privileged and honored to be able to assist them through tough times and to make what could be a difficult experience a positive one. At KidZdent, I am proud that we create a strong foundation for a lifetime of positive dental visits. Our young patients love to come to the dentist, and thats the truth, and a decay free future is the reward.

There is nothing better than to work with my team to deliver 5 star service and care to all of our patient families. I am most proud that after forty years, westillprovide the highest quality of care and service available.

When they opened theBrunsden-Villa Childrens Dental Care Center at Rutgers University, we saw a dream realized. A dream to influence the dental education of future childrens dentists so that they could impact childrens lives like we do. We are so proud of the role that we play in guiding the lives of our young patients and weare very grateful to you for the trust and confidence that you place in us to do the right thing for your child.

Dr. Nancy Villa DMD, MSD Orthodontist grew up in Jersey City and became interested in the art of orthodontics while working as a dental assistant. She attended Rutgers University and received a bachelors degree in science. Next, she received her doctorate of medical dentistry at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.

Following dental school, Dr. Villa DMD, MSD Orthodontist completed a two-year postgraduate program to become a specialist in orthodontics at Montefiore Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York.

Dr. Nancy Villa DMD, MSD Orthodontist is a trustee for the New Jersey DentalAssociation and past president of the Middlesex County Dental Society. She provides exceptional orthodontic care for adults and children.

As a child, I was embarrassed to smile because of my severely crowded, overlapped teeth. Both of my older brothers also had terribly crooked teeth. In those days, dental insurance was rare and my dad needed to geta second job to help pay for our braces. He always said it was the best investment he ever made!

During high school, I was very lucky to have been offered a part time job with an orthodontist, most likely because of my great smile. Since I had good hand eye coordination skills, working as an assistant was an absolute pleasure. In addition, I loved helping patients achieve a smile they were proud of.

Dr. Brunsden DMD, Pediatric Dentist and I were both lucky to have been introduced to one another at a dental society, at the same time he was ready to add an orthodontic department in his busy pediatric dental office. We were married the following year and have successfully managed to live and work together peacefully, most of the timehaha!

Our orthodontic office team is dedicated to providing excellent quality treatment for both children and adults in a fun, caring environment. We participate with a wonderful program called Donated Orthodontics Services where we provide free braces for children in need. All of us strive to help our patients learn to love going to the dentist. Our favorite compliment to receive from patients is that they have chosen dentistry as a career because of the positive experience they enjoyed in our office!

Dr. Tara Savage DMD, MSD Orthodontistgrew up in Old Bridge and has attended several of the finest educational institutions, including Old Bridge High School and Princeton University. She received her doctorate from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Savage DMD, MSD Orthodontist continued her education at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her masters Degree in Orthodontics and received the Thomas M. Graber Research Award from the American Association of Orthodontics. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, the New Jersey Dental Association, and is an active member of the Middlesex County Dental Society.

Dr. Reem DDS, Pediatric Dentist began her college career at Rutgers University graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. She continued her education at New York University where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery and then moved on to receive her specialty in Pediatric Dentistry from Harlem Hospital Center in New York. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Reem DDS, Pediatric Dentistis a Certified Pediatric Dentist who performs all phases of comprehensive, preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry for children. In addition, she has extensive experience with labial frenectomy, lingual frenectomy, sedation dentistry, early interceptive orthodontics, and special needs patient care.

Dr. Hillary DMD, Pediatric Dentist graduated from Tufts University and attended University of Pennsylvania for Dental School. She completed a residency at Northwell Health: Cohen Childrens Medical Center at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. In residency, she was a Chief Resident and won the Resident of the Year Award. She is active in the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association.

Dr. Hillary DMD, Pediatric Dentist grew up as a KidZdent patient, who also worked in our office as a sterilization lab assistant during her undergraduate education years. Both of her parents are dentists, so she has had a love for the profession from a very early age. She loves to travel, and spent a semester studying in Argentina. Dr. Hillary DMD, Pediatric Dentist also played on the NCAA Division III Womens Tennis Team at Tufts University. She is fluent in Spanish, loves reading, playing all kinds of board games, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Dr. Hillary DMD, Pediatric Dentist is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist who performs all phases of comprehensive, preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry for children. In addition, she also has extensive experience with sedation dentistry, early interceptive orthodontics, and special needs patient care.

Dr. Afreen Hoque DDS, Pediatric Dentist received her Bachelors Degree in Biochemistry from Barnard College of Columbia University and her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University College of Dentistry. She completed her General Practice Residency at JFK Medical Center in Edison, NJ in 2012, and recently completed her Pediatric Dental Residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, NY.

Dr. Hoque DDS, Pediatric Dentist has been an active volunteer for Kinder Smiles and Give Kids a Smile, providing free dental evaluations and care for underserved children. She is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the New Jersey Dental Association, and the Middlesex County Dental Society. In her free time, Dr. Hoque DDS, Pediatric Dentist loves to spend time with her family and friends. She enjoys traveling, photography, design and dcor, and cooking.

Dr. Hoque DDS, Pediatric Dentist is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist who performs all phases of comprehensive, preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry for children. Dr. Hoque DDS, Pediatric Dentist also has extensive experience with sedation dentistry, early interceptive orthodontics, and special needs patient care.

Dr. Jenny Lorenzo DMD, Pediatric Dentist received her Doctorate in Dental medicine from Boston University, where she graduated with cum laude honors. She completed her residency at Boston University specializing in Pediatric Dentistry. Sheis a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, (AAPD).Since she began practicing dentistry, Dr. Lorenzo DMD, Pediatric Dentist has kept up to date on many continuing educational classes, ensuring that her patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care.Dr. Lorenzo DMD, Pediatric Dentist performsall phases of comprehensive, preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry for children. She also has experience with procedures including labial frenectomies, lingual frenectomies, special needs patient care, sedation dentistry, early-interceptive orthodontics.

Dr. Jenny DMD, Pediatric Dentist loves to travel to different countries to learn about their cultures, trying out new cuisines, cooking, and spending time taking nice long walks with her Yorkie, Neeko!

Dr.HarleenSodhi DMD, Pediatric Dentist received her Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA. Her passion for working with children led her to complete her pediatric dental residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Pennsylvania where she received extensive training in all phases of comprehensive, preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry for children. Her love of dentistry began in her native country, India, where she received her Bachelors of Dental Surgery. Dr. Sodhi DMD, Pediatric Dentist also has a Masters in Health Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Vancouver, Canada.

She is very active in community service, donating her time and talents to youth organizations such as Childrens Miracle Network, Head Start, Special Olympics and Give Kids a Smile. She is also affiliated with multiple dental organizations such as the American Association of Pediatric Dentists, American Student Dental Association, and the Indian Dental Association.

Dr. Sodhi DMD, Pediatric Dentist has extensive experience with labial frenectomy,lingual frenectomy,sedation dentistry,early interceptive orthodontics, andspecial needs patient care. Herprofessional goal is to promote a lifetime of healthy smiles with good oral care in a fun and friendly environment!

Dr. Greg Campi DMD, MSD Orthodontist has been creating beautiful smiles since 1989, after receiving his undergraduate degree from Indiana University, and his Orthodontic Certificate from Fairleigh Dickinson University in NJ. He was inspired to become an Orthodontist by his father, who was an Orthodontist in Red Bank. His dad instilled the importance of attention to detail in him, and would often say Good, Better, Best.never let it rest until the good is better and the better is best!

In addition to traditional orthodontics, Dr. Campi DMD, MSD Orthodontist is passionate about airway orthodontics to improve airway health, create facial balance and attain better facial development while creating broad, beautiful smiles! Proper airway health is critical for good sleep, and good sleep is key for ideal growth of the body and the brain. He has experience with growth guidance, MyoBrace, ALF, Crozat, Orthotropics, Invisalign, and offers many treatment options available with the latest orthodontic technology.

Dr. Campi DMD, MSD Orthodontist believes in continuing education to further enhance his knowledge and his career, and is an active member of the AAO, AAGO, NAAFO, AAPMD and the Foundation for Airway Health and Airway Focused Dentistry. He enjoys his quest to be the very best that he can be, so he can provide optimal treatments for his patients.

Dr. Campi DMD, MSD Orthodontist enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with his wife, Diane. He is a national and world class competitor in bicycle road races, and competed in the UCI Amateur World Road Race in Belgium and Italy, and the USA National Road Races in Utah and Colorado. He also enjoys the mental and physical challenge of ballroom dancing with his lovely wife.

Dr. Nick Kelley DMD, MSD Orthodontist grew up in South Jersey and received his bachelors degree at Rutgers University in cell biology and neuroscience. He attended Temple University for dental school where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine and then completed a general practice residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center prior to beginning his journey as an orthodontist. Dr. Kelley DMD, MSD Orthodontist received his specialty training at Jacksonville University in Florida, where he served as chief resident, earning his orthodontic certificate along with a Masters Degree.

Dr. Kelley DMD, MSD Orthodontist is a Board-Certified Orthodontist, a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the Mid-Atlantic Society of Orthodontists as well as a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

In his spare time, Dr. Kelley DMD, MSD Orthodontist enjoys spending time with his wife Sophia, friends and family. He also loves to explore his two favorite cities, New York and Philadelphia, try new restaurants and travel.

Dr. John Ding DMD grew up in Monmouth County and received his bachelors degree in biology from Rowan University. He then attended Temple Kornberg School of dentistry in Philadelphia, PA and earned a Doctorate of Dental Medicine. After dental school, he later pursued a general practice residency at Monmouth Medical Hospital located in Long Branch and practiced general dentistry for a few years.

Dr. Ding received his pediatric dentistry specialty training from St. Josephs University Hospital where he served as chief resident located in Paterson. He enjoys being a part of the hospital system and is currently an attending physician at Hackensack Mountainside and St Josephs hospitals.

Dr. Ding is also a very patriotic individual. He is a practicing dentist in the United States Army Reserve Dental Corps and has achieved the rank of Captain. He believes it is important not only to serve the community but also his country. He grew up from a strong military background from both sides of his family. By being selected into the United States Army Reserve Dental Corp, he was able to follow in his familys footsteps to serve this great nation.

In his free time, Dr. Ding enjoys cooking new recipes, traveling, playing racquet sports, exploring new restaurants, watching the New York Rangers and New York Yankees play. Dr. Ding is also very fond of collecting Star Wars Lego sets and has an extensive collection.

Our DentalHygienistsunderstand a childs apprehension toward dental visits, and they are specially trained to alleviate any concerns and make the dental visit something to look forward to. Oral hygiene instructions, dietary suggestions, and regular six months preventive care visits to our office will help to guide your child through a lifetime of healthy smiles!

Our Front Desk Teamis friendly, professional and compassionate about your childs dental needs. They always take the time to thoroughly explain all treatment and financial options. At KidZdent, we do our best to accommodate your scheduling needs and strive to make your childs dental visit a positive experience, from start to finish.

Our Dental Assistantsare qualified, caring, passionate people who understand the needs of your children. They are always willing to take the extra step to ensure that your children are comfortable and relaxed during their dental visit.

Our Practice Management Teamworks diligently to ensure that all of our team members are trained to the highest level of clinical care and customer service. Their priority is providing your family with a WOW experience at KidZdent, each and every time.

At KidZdent, we provide experienced pediatric dental care in Old Bridge, NJ for infants, children and young adults. Parents and children come to our pediatric dentists to understand firsthand that their visit to our office is customized to their needs and comfort level. Our gentle, patient and skilled dental professionals are here to ensure all kids and teens have happy and healthy smiles.

Pediatric dentistry is the specialized branch of dentistry treating children from birth through adolescence partnering with other medical professionals and age-based specialists to meet the essential healthcare needs of patients during developmental stages.Pediatric dentists in Old Bridge NJ receive advanced degrees in their specialty requiring additional years of training.They nurture a lifetime of positive dental habits and guide the progression of every childs smile from infancy through early adulthood. Oral healthcare plays a vital role, affecting the growth and function of several areas of the body into adulthood. Many parents are unaware of how important it is to seek proper dental care for their child and establish a dental home as early as one-year-old.

Our KidZdent pediatric dentists are dedicated to creating lifelong smiles as a result of the thorough oral assessment and proper patient education. Infants, children, teens, and patients with special needs all benefit from early preventive care, oral hygiene and health guidance, and a customized approach for every child offered by our experienced and caring professional team. Think of KidZdent as the coach behind the champions smile.

Oral healthcare and pediatric dentistry are about so much more than just the physical wellness of the mouth, teeth, and gums. The mouth is the primary entryway into ones body and poor oral health is associated with several medical conditions that have negative consequences impacting the entire body. Bacteria from the mouth can easily get into the bloodstream and cause infection and inflammation wherever it spreads.

According to the Surgeon General, tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease in America.Informed parents know that pediatric tooth decay is 100% preventable. By teaching their children healthy habits from the start and bringing them to see a KidZdent pediatric dentist for routine dental care, parents can help children avoid serious dental problems or other medical complications in the future. This also nurtures positive dental experiences, reduces anxiety and encourages healthy lifelong dental practices.

Not trying to brag (well, maybe just a little), but the KidZdent pediatric dental practice has been compared to a Disneyland of Dentistry by some of our most consistent and faithful patients. In fact, we have known some of our patients so long we even hire them after theyve been inspired to complete their professional dental journey. But that doesnt just happen overnight. That kind of dedication begins with the very first visit to the pediatric dental chair!

Our gentle and compassionate introduction, utilizing the tell-show-do approach is designed to set the stage for a positive dental experience for life. Our team understands how important the first impression is, and we are devoted to making your childs first visit enjoyable and educational. Our patients grow with us and go on to college with not just healthy and happy smiles, but with the confidence and skills to keep their smiles strong for life.

Our team offersfluorideanddental sealantsas additional preventive efforts. Children whose teeth display decay are treated with the same level of care and attention. Our pediatric dental restorations includetooth-colored, amalgam-free fillingsanddurable dental crownsto prevent damage to teeth. While many parents think baby teeth dont need restorative care, the health of baby teeth affects the health of permanent teeth. This makes pediatric dental care very more important for your childs long-term well-being.

By marking or placing stickers on the specific days, these charts will assist you in motivating your children to brush their teeth or remember not to place their fingers in their mouth. The charts will help your young ones enjoy taking care of their teeth.

AtKidZdent, our doctors and team have all undergone additional training as a compliment to our expertise in pediatric dentistry to ensure that we can comfortably and effectively treat children with special needs throughout Old Bridge, East Brunswick, Sayreville and all of New Jersey. While our core goal as pediatric dentists is to ensure that each child in our office receives the best dental care possible, exceptional children often require a more sensitive approach and additional care to ensure that special needs children do not encounter dental health problems later in life.

As an international speaker for special needs dentistry and with a background in education, Dr. Brunsden leads our office in delivering gentle pediatric dental care for patients with special needs.Parents and caregivers can enjoy the peace of mind that their child is receiving the best care possible.Our entire Old Bridge team has undergone training to ensure that special needs dentistry patients receive the care they need, whether they exhibit mild, moderate, or severe conditions.Our office is highly qualified in treating exceptional children for everything from regular cleanings to filling cavities.

Autism presents a unique challenge for healthcare professionals. Our team has gone through rigorous training to be looked at as a trusted provider for autism dentistry. Children with autism require and deserve all of the dental services provided to the typical child, but are often neglected because:

KidZdent believes that everyone should have access and receive specialty custom care when it comes to their dental visit. By definition, patients who are special needs are those who due to physical, medical, developmental or cognitive conditions require special consideration when receiving dental treatment. This can include individuals with autism, Alzheimers disease, Down syndrome, spinal cord injuries and countless other conditions or injuries that can make standard dental procedures more challenging. KidZdent also treats young children, adolescents and adults who have Behavior Management concerns such as ADD, ADHD, OCD as well as issues like Bi-polar Disorder. It is often difficult for these patients to sit still in a dentists chair, therefore sedation dentistry is offered as a good solution to enable proper dental treatment if applicable. A significant part of our practice involves treating patients with special needs.

The professionals at KidZdent lead with compassion and understanding when it comes to the care for special needs patients. We encourage our patients to discuss their potential options with our front desk and clinical team members prior so we may accommodate each special needs patient appropriately and focus on meeting their needs while working with any limitations.

KidZdent will spend any extra or necessary time with patients of special needs, establishing trust and relationships built on sensitivity and credibility. Every family will be greeted by a calm, sensory-friendly environment that caters to all dental and orthodontic needs for all ages.

While many of our efforts to cater to your exceptional childs needs are based on gradual desensitization,ouroffice also provides a range of behavioral management solutions designed for each childs special health care needs, ranging from Applied Behavioral Analysis concepts of training and development, to a series of sedation options.