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American Dental Center
1441 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083

For a bright, beautiful, healthy smile, you need to practice proper oral hygiene, develop healthy dental habits, and make regular visits to a general dentist. For a better understanding of why these dentists are so important to the health of your smile, below are some answers to our patients’ most common questions about these dental experts.

What Does a General Dentist Do for Dental Patients?

These dentists perform a variety of general dentistry services to keep your teeth and gums healthy. While other dentists specialize in different areas of dentistry, these dental professionals provide a variety of general services to improve overall dental health for children, teens, and adults.

How Will These Dental Professionals Help Me?

A general dentist is dedicated to protecting and maintaining the health of your teeth and gums. These dentists perform all the procedures you need to maintain a healthy smile, such as cleanings, fillings, damage repair, and many treatments from routine to advanced.

Are There Many General Dentistry Services Available?

Yes, there are a variety of dental procedures designed to prevent and treat all kinds of dental problems for every age. Our practice offers this wide range of dental services.

  • Dental Hygiene
  • Dentures
  • Extractions
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Root Canal Therapy

When Do I Need to Visit a General Dentist Near Me?

Dental experts generally recommend going to a general dental office twice a year for cleanings and checkups. But every patient is different and how often you need to see a dentist is based on personal factors, such as your age and dental condition.

Is a Dental Visit Expensive?

Your cost is determined by any insurance coverage you have and the treatments performed by the dentist. At our practice, we understand that costs can be a concern, so please call us for more information about the price of your dental visit.

How Do I Schedule an Appointment at a General Family Dentistry Practice?

It’s as easy as one, two, three. One, call our office. Two, ask for an appointment. And three, tell us the times and dates you’re available so our staff can provide an appointment that suits your needs.

Will My Dentist Appointment Take a Lot of Time?

This depends on the procedures being performed. Appointments are usually over in an hour, but may be done in 30 minutes or may last for part of the day. Contact our office if your time is limited on the day of your appointment so we can try to accommodate your schedule.

How Should I Prepare Before Visiting a Dentist?

Going to a dentist general practice should be a calm and comfortable experience, as such little preparation is required. When you come to our office for your appointment, all we ask is that you arrive on time, have your insurance details handy, and be ready to inform us about your medical status. For patients that get nervous about the dentist, just make sure to tell our office staff right away so we can help ease any discomfort.

Do I Really Need Dental Visits?

Dental visits are essential for healthy teeth and gums. If you avoid seeing a dentist, you’re endangering your dental health and may pay the price in extensive, costly treatments required to repair the damage in the future. It’s smarter and simpler to simply protect your smile by seeing a dentist regularly. Please call our office to arrange an appointment right away.

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  • Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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  • Monday
    9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday
    8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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New patients are welcome! To request an appointment use our online form or call:

(908) 279-0623

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American Dental Center

1441 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083

(908) 279-0623

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