Dr. Brian Rooney is a board-certified pediatric dentist who has been practicing in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for several years. He received his bachelors degree in molecular and cellular biology from the University of California Berkeley,and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from New York University.
After graduating from NYU, Dr. Rooney returned to southern California, where he completed a two-year pediatric dental residency at UCLA. During this specialized and intensive training, Dr. Rooney was honored to serve as chief resident.
His next adventure took him to San Diego,where he spent the first few years of his professional life developing his dental skills and serving patients at a community health center on the border of California and Mexico.
He married the love of his life, a New Jersey native, they started a family, and the rest is history. Since moving back to the east coast, he has workedas an associate dentist in several practices throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He was thrilled bythe opportunity to open a practice of his own and finally put down roots in a community he can call home.
Dr. Rooney is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Mercer Dental Society, and OKU Dental Honor Society.
Dr. Rooney participates in various continuing education courses several times a year and is committed to staying current with new technologies and medical advances in order to treat his patients more effectively. Dr. Rooney is committed to providing excellent dentistry and ensuringhis patients have positive dental experiences from early childhood throughout adulthood.
Our mission is to provide an exciting and unique dental experience for children and their parents while improving the oral health of all families in and around Robbinsville. We will provide the highest quality of oral health care for infants, children, and teens, including anythat havespecial health care needs.
We will educate our patients in order to PREVENT disease. We will be patient and compassionate during the treatment of disease. We will strive to create and maintain effective and open lines of communication between the patient and the doctor.
A childs first visit to the dentist should be enjoyable. Children are not born with a natural fear of the dentist, but they can fear the unknown. Our office makes a special effort to use pleasant, non-frightening, simple words to describe each treatment. We want you and your child to feel at ease from the moment your family arrives at our office.
Children should visit the dentist by their first birthday. It is important that your childs newly erupted teeth (erupting at six to 12 months of age) receive proper dental care and benefit from proper oral hygiene habits right from the beginning.
Your childs first primary, or baby, teeth will begin to erupt between the ages of six to 12 months, and will continue to erupt until about age three. During this time, your childs gums may feel tender and sore. To help alleviate this discomfort, we recommend that you soothe the gums by rubbing a clean finger or a cool, wet cloth across them. You may also choose to make use of a teething ring.
Your childs primary teeth are shed at various times throughout childhood. Permanent teeth begin erupting at age six, and continue until age 21. Adults have 28 permanent teeth (32, teeth including wisdom teeth).
As your childs teeth erupt, be sure to examine them every two weeks, looking for lines and discoloration that may be caused by decay. Remember that sugary foods and liquids can attack a new tooth, so take care that your child brushes his or her teeth after feeding or eating. We recommend brushing two times a day for optimal oral hygiene.
Brushing can be fun, and your child should brush as soon as the first tooth arrives. When a babys tooth erupts, parents should brush the tooth with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a pea-sized amount of toothpaste. For children younger than two, do not use fluoride toothpaste unless advised to do so by your dentist or other healthcare professional. We suggest reviewing proper tooth brushing procedures with your child.
Flossing is also a part of good oral hygiene habits, and your dentist will discuss with you the right time to start flossing your childs teeth. If you notice signs of decay, contact your dentist immediately.
Tooth decay is caused by sugars left in your mouth that turn into an acid, which can break down your teeth. Children are at high risk for tooth decay for a simple reason: many children and adolescents do not practice regular, good oral hygiene habits. Proper brushing and flossing routines combined with regular dental visits help keep tooth decay away.
Your child should visit the dentist every six months for regular dental cleanings and checkups. We recommend fluoride treatments twice a year along with cleanings to keep teeth their strongest. Tooth sealants are also recommended because they seal the deep grooves in your childs teeth, preventing decay from forming in these hard-to-reach areas. Sealants last for several years, but will be monitored at your childs regular checkups.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 232 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestMerriam Schoch
2 years ago
The cleaning went smoothly. The staff and the doctor were very friendly.
Maritza Markus
2 years ago
Our experience at Robbinsville Pediatric Dentistry was amazing! Everyone was so kind, patient and understanding. I love the way they treated my son and how patient the staff was worh him.
Victoria Heeney
2 years ago
The office is clean, welcoming, and the staff are very friendly. They sang to my daughter while she got her teeth checked and cleaned, they were very patient, and quick but efficient. We love this office!
Audra Benjamin
2 years ago
Everyone here is fantastic; from the front desk staff to the hygienists and dentists. Nice, patient, gentle, everything you hope for. We love coming here with our 2 kids.
Abi Panneer
2 years ago
Wonderful clinic doctor Ronnie deals with all 3 of my kids . . He is so good with my special needs especially. And I love their service.
Erica Lyons
2 years ago
Best dental experience my family has had. We have lived in 5 states in 12 years and been to many dental practices and none have come close to robbinsville pediatric dentistry. We have seen 2 doctors here and both have been exceptional, honest and compassionate. I only wish my husband and I could be seen here also!
Shanique Nembhard
2 years ago
Entire staff were extremely friendly, courteous and professional. My 5 year old was in pain but theymaid him feel super comfortable. I can only hope that's how they treat everyone.
Sheena G
2 years ago
Very friendly and welcoming staff. The treatment was quick and tear free which meant a lot to our toddler visiting the dentist for first time.
Kimberly Canzanella
2 years ago
Our girls first visit went smoother than I could imagine. I was a nervous mess for nothing. They knew the best ways to get our 2.5 year old to feel comfortable. Dr. Shapiro was so gentle and sweet.
Kimberly Squires
2 years ago
Both my children are patients here. They make first time dentist visits "fun and not scary" as my 3 yr old put it. With TV screens in the ceilings, and a patient, loving and caring staff, we will continue to enjoy years of dentist visits with them.
Router Recovery
2 years ago
Very pleasant experience today with Dr Rooney. Incredible staff, clean environment. They make the children feel very comfortable!! I highly recommend this doctor.
Victoria Marcheski
2 years ago
Super patient and kind. My daughter has autism and increased anxiety and the whole staff goes above and beyond to make her experience as smooth as possible
Robyn Elkholy
2 years ago
My 3 & 6 year old boys absolutely love going to the dentist! I wouldn't take them anywhere else!!
Tom P
2 years ago
The lady that answers the phones and makes appointments at the front desk really ruins the experience. Acts like its bothersome to take my payment or schedule me. Had to change one appointment ever, days in advance and it was like "well why? I need to list a reason here.." and then acts annoyed to reschedule. Why do I have to tell you my personal business? It's not like I've rescheduled or no showed before. Sheesh. And just not nice when we're there or on the phone ever. Hands my son a coin after his appt ,ok but no smile no good job buddy.. just doing the minimal to keep the job it seems. The hygienist and dentist have been nice. Quiet. Sings to my son while he cries cuz he's only 3. I can't really say anything bad about the back staff. It's been ok. But everything getting to the dr's chair and afterwards is either automated or unpleasant. There's too many other dentists out there that understand the importance of good staff/patient communication. Like saying hello is always a good start. I don't want to dread going to my kids dentist either. So I'm switching to another practice. Funny how you need to provide a reason to reschedule but if you cancel they don't care why.
Kyle Seiler
2 years ago
I'm torn how to review. The Doctor and Hygienist are perfect. Cannot complain. How ever when they are checking you out your child gets ONE coin to get a toy and while the Child is getting it they try to talk to you and schedule the next appointment and good luck helping your kid (mine is 3) so they get what they want. THEN my child is bawling his eyes oiut because he didn't pick the right one and even though I did warn him to wait for me. and they won't give you another coin or do an exchange, cause who wants to help a parent right? Instead I had to take a crying kid for 20 minutes home and tell him I'm sorry you didn't get what you want. AGAIN HE'S 3. Ridiculous
Hala Samir
2 years ago
Dr Shapiro is very nice. Thank you.
Karina Lay Pelka
2 years ago
Overall a great experience! Friendly and informative staff. The first visit was a cleaning but have a couple of more visits coming. I hope to continue to have a wonderful experience.
Gur Gill
2 years ago
Dr Rooney is great . Very nice staff . Office is very clean . The best dental care I have ever experienced! I would highly recommend Robbinsville pediatric dentistry .
Corinne Timberman
2 years ago
Love Dr. Rooney and his wonderful staff!
sherry patterson
2 years ago
Dr. Rooney is great with kids and I highly recommend his practice.
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