Dentistry for Children, P.A. – Who we are

Forty one years ago Dentistry for Children, P.A. opened its doors as a one man pediatric dentistry practice started by Dr. Jack Budnick, one of the first in the state of New Jersey. Dr. Philip Wasserman joined in partnership over 30 years ago. Over the years, Dentistry for Children, P.A. has grown and added pediatric dentists, hygienists, and support staff and continues with the same dedication and high standards we are so proud of. Dr. Robert Spiegel combined his thriving Clifton, New Jersey pediatric dentistry practice with Dentistry for Children in 2001. Dr. William B. Kuen, our orthodontist joined Denistry for Children, P.A. in 1979, melding the two specialties to provide seamless pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for our patients. In 1990, we moved to our current pediatric dentistry facility and just recently completed a major interior design renovation.

At Dentistry for Children, P.A. we are proud of the fact that we see many of our patients from a very early age right on through their college years and beyond. It is very gratifying to have our “old” patients bring their children to us.

Philosophy

Dentistry for Children, P.A. is open 6 days a week (except during the summer when we take Saturdays off) and we are ready to treat whatever life may throw your child’s way. We operate under the philosophy that under each set of teeth there is a child who may need a bit of reassurance along with a dose of dentistry. It is also important to note that many parents come to us with their own dental apprehensions and part of our job is to reassure them and guide them through the dental process. Pediatric dentistry is not really about complicated dentistry it is more about the psychology and behavior management of the child and parent.

Special Needs

Another important element of Dentistry for Children, P.A. is our special needs patients. Ranging from mild learning disabilities to severe mental and physical disorders, we are ready to treat and care for these children. What may be considered a disruptive child in a general dentist’s office is considered routine in our practice and we deal with these children with great care and understanding. Some of our special needs patients have been with us since the inception of our practice and their families have become part of our family.

Prevention

Prevention is another important reason that parents bring their children to Dentistry for Children, P.A. Clearly, it is easier to prevent dental disease than to treat that disease. The younger we are able to see a child the better we are able to educate parent and child in preventing dental problems. It is not uncommon for a patient to “graduate” from our practice without ever having had any restorations.

Dentistry For Children, P.A. proudly serves Essex County, New Jersey including the Nutley, Clifton and Bloomfield, New Jersey communities.