Welcome to New Generation Dental Center, a third-generation dental practice serving the Greater Boston area, convenientlylocated on the Newton-Wellesley line.Dr. Nathan Birnbaum, a prosthodontist, andDr. Heidi Aaronson, a general dentist, believe in the importance of excellent oral hygiene and are committed to providing you and your family with the best dental care in a modern, professional environment.
From hygiene,orthodontics, and fillings totooth whitening,crowns,implants, andsports dentistry, we provide a wide array of dental services to meet your needs all in one convenient location! We also offerBotox treatmentsto patients to enhance smile esthetics and to treatTMJ dysfunction, as well as myofascial pain and trigger points. We treat all members of your family, withearly dental careandlaser lip- and tongue-tie treatmentsfor pediatric patients tofull or partial denturesfor senior patients, and everyone in between!
Using only the most advanced equipment, our experienced staff works together to give you exceptional treatment. We utilize the latest advancements including the 3Shape TRIOS digital impression scanner, DIAGNOdent laser cavity detector, Odyssey diode lasers, the VELscope oral cancer screening device and the teeth-straighteningInvisalign and MTM Systems to provide you withhigh-tech dentistry.
A doctor is on-call for emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are experiencing a true dental emergency, please call our office at 781-431-9999 and press '1' for the emergency line and leave a message. One of the doctors will call you back as soon as possible. You may also reach us via text message at 781-206-2319.
Dr. Birnbaum has published and lectured internationally on aesthetic dentistry and acts as a consultant to many manufacturers. He is a member of the editorial team of the Aesthetic Dentistry Research Group, publishers of 'REALITY', and has served on the Editorial board of Current Opinion in Cosmetic Dentistry and as a dental consultant to Good Housekeeping.
Dr. Birnbaum is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists, a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, the International College of Prosthodontists, and the Academy of Osseointegration, and was elected to fellowship in both the International College of Dentists and the American College of Dentists, as well as membership in Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the honorary dental fraternity. Dr. Birnbaum is also an active member in the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity.
Dr. Birnbaum earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Northwestern University in 1972 and his Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Prosthodontics at Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry in 1974. He is a former Clinical Instructor of Fixed Prosthodontics at Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, a former Assistant Clinical Professor of Fixed Prosthodontics at Boston University Goldman School of Graduate Dentistry, and a former Associate Clinical Professor of Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Heidi Aaronson has published several articles in various dental magazines, newsletters and textbooks. Several of these articles and chapters have been co-authored with Dr. Birnbaum on the topic of 3D digital scanners. She has also contributed to a book on treating dental patients with complex medical needs and serves as a clinical evaluator for Gordon Christensen's Clinician's Report newsletter.
Dr. Aaronson is a member of the Massachusetts Dental Society, for which she served on the Committee on Communications and Public Awareness, the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Academy for Sports Dentistry. She is also a member of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, for which she served as chapter president while in dental school. She was inducted as a Fellow in the American College of Dentists in 2017.
In 2006, Dr. Aaronson founded 'Tooth Day at Fenway Park', an annual event that brings oral cancer awareness to fans at Red Sox games. In April 2008, Dr. Aaronson organized a dental mission trip to the Dominican Republic to offer free dental care to children in a Red Sox-sponsored orphanage and other impoverished areas. To honor Dr. Aaronson for her charitable work in the community, the Massachusetts Dental Society presented her with their Ten Under Ten award in 2010, which recognizes the top 10 new dentists who have made contributions to their community and profession. She was named one of Boston 's Top Dentists in 2018, and was recently selected as one of Benco Dental 's '40 under 40,' an award given to the top 40 dentists in the country under the age of 40.
Dr. Aaronson has been trained and certified in the diagnosis and treatment of lip and tongue ties. She is a member of the International Affiliation of Tongue-tie Professionals (IATP) and has been sought after, by parents and professionals alike, for her expertise in the field of tethered oral tissues (TOTs).
Dr. Aaronson is an authorized provider of Under Armour Performance Mouthwear and served as the Dental Director of Professional Athlete Relations for Bite Tech, Inc. She has fit over 500 athletes on several professional and collegiate teams, including the Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics, and Revolution, as well as several Olympic athletes.
Robin is our extremely knowledgeable and expert office manager. In that role, she assures that our entire dental office operates in an effective and professional manner. Robin is an integral part of NGDC's success and is always available to discuss any questions you may have. Robin is a native of Nashua, New Hampshire and has served as our office manager for over 20 years.
Karen is our highly skilled registered dental hygienist. She is a graduate of the University of Vermont class of 2002. Karen joined our practice in March of 2007. She loves to help patients with their individual dental needs through oral hygiene instruction, thorough yet gentle cleanings, fluoride treatments, oral cancer screenings and safe and accurate digital radiographs. Karen has a most pleasant personality and is both competent and knowledgeable. Furthermore, Karen is a lactation counselor and is available to help our tongue tie patients after revisions with their nursing.
Elaine has been with New Generation Dental Center since June 2020. She has over 25 years of experience as a hygienist, spanning from coast to coast. Elaine's friendly personality and quality hygiene skills have resulted in her loyal patients looking forward to coming to their dental visits year after year!
Mary joined New Generation Dental Center in September 2020 as Dr. Heidi's assistant. She is a wonderful addition to our team, bringing spunk and laughter to the office, as well as her dedication and teamwork. She and Elaine worked together in another office for the last 20 years and she has helped create a fun and enjoyable experience for everyone who visits our office!
Lyndsay is a Registered Dental Hygienist who has found her happy place at the front desk! While she enjoys working on patients, she much prefers interactingwiththem out of the chair! Lyndsay joined the NGDC team in 2021 and immediately became part of the family with her cheerful demeanor and positive attitude!
Anna is new to the dental world, joining us in late 2021 with a background in early childhood education. You'd never know she didn't have any dental experience before joining the team, as she learned the ins and outs of our office within days of starting her new job! Anna has loved meeting all our patients and our patients have loved meeting her!
We know that an office is only as effective and as welcoming as the people who work in it, which is why we take pride in our friendly and well-trained team members! As a team, we are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment in a supportive and nurturing environment. We promise to speak candidly with you about possible treatments as well as any risks and associated costs of treatment, and how treatment can address your individual needs as a patient.