Choosing the Right Dentist Being a 'cosmetic dentist' is a statement that today can apply to every dentist. Look at ads in the yellow pages, you will see most dentists state that they are Family and Cosmetic Dentists. We feel that you cannot be both. You will need a dentist who has had considerable experience in complex restorative and smile improvement cases, a dentist who has had advanced training and education in being able to properly diagnose and complete complex cosmetic cases. Our office focuses on providing our patients with the highest standards of aesthetic and technical expertise.

1. Post Graduate Cosmetic TrainingCompletion of courses in cosmetic dentistry is essential. Robert V. Massa, D.M.D has completed almost a thousand hours of post graduate dental courses. He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry as well as a Fellow in the Academy of Dentistry. He is also an associate member of the Amercian Academy of Facial Esthetics and the American Gnathological Society. He has previously held membership in the American Prosthodontic Society. He has also been written about in newspaper and magazine articles and print. To date, Dr. Massa has restored and placed over 14,000 restorations involving crowns, veneers and fixed bridgework. His patients have included celebrities, recording artists, actors and actresses, media personalities, and of course, everyday people who want to improve their smile, their appearance, and look and feel better about themselves. This type of experience speaks for itself when you, as the patient, are evaluating your decision making process in choosing the right dentist for your cosmetic treatment.

2. Patient ApproachOur office approach is to take the time to explain your needs and how we will be able to fulfill your expectations. We will explain to you in detail your individualized treatment. We take into account other criteria than your teeth in helping achieve a complete diagnosis; we consider the gums, your facial structures, and your lips.

3. Doctor ExperienceOur practice focuses on appearance and aesthetic dentistry for cosmetic improvement of the teeth and smiles; we treat complex restorative cases. Dr. Massa has been focused on appearance and cosmetics for over 21 years. This experience has enabled him to see a wide variety of cases and treatments and he uses this experience to successfully treat each individual case.

4. Our Smile DesignOur patients can see what their new smiles and appearance will look like BEFORE we begin procedures. This enables our patients to have input into the design of their new smile makeover.

Robert V. Massa, D.M.D., has been practicing dentistry for over 25 years with his practice primarily focusing on providing dental care for those patients seeking improvement and correction for appearance of their teeth. In addition, he now offers to patients who are suffering from denture wear or just want to eliminate their dentures, the 'Permanent Teeth in One Day' procedure. Patients from the tri state area seek treatment to correct dental problems, whether they are in need of cosmetic improvement, desire permanent fixed teeth in one day, or have headache or facial pain.

The treatment of patients with temporomandibular joint problems (TMJ) and occlusion problems at times directly relate to the reconstruction of the teeth. Therefore, Dr. Massa is able to treat patients who want to cosmetically improve their teeth along with the patients who are in need of treatment to correct TMJ and occlusion problems. With the newly approved treatments for migraine headaches and for TMJ sufferers, Dr. Massa is now able to help these patients get immediate relief from the headache pain and jaw problems.

Dr. Massa is the founder of the New Jersey Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, and also the founder of the Elite Dental Study Group. He also has been featured in magazines, newspapers and video. He holds membership in numerous dental organizations and societies among those the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Society for Dental Esthetics,and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.In addition, he is a certified healthcare provider by Allergan and Medicis companies, the makers of Botox, Restylane, Juviderm, and Dysport. He is also is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. He is a 1982 graduate of UMDNJ.

Over the years, Dr. Massa has attended numerous dental education seminars and courses (almost 1200+ hours), at prestigious teaching institutions and dental schools incorporating the teachings and techniques into his daily practice of cosmetic improvement of the teeth. He has been featured in magazines and other media for his advanced dental techniques.