New Jersey (NJ) General Dentistry Physicians and Dentists
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Diseases / Illnesses Treated
Physicians in this specialty treat patients suffering from numerous diseases and illnesses,
but some of the most common are TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders, gingivitis, tooth decay, and cavities.
Procedures Performed
Once properly diagnosed, practitioners can perform numerous procedures on patients including dental extractions, dental implants, fillings, root canals, dental restoration, inlays, onlays, crowns, bridges, veneers, plaque removal, calculus removal (debridement), preventative home care education, and fluoride treatment.
Tests Performed
To diagnose patients with possible illnesses and diseases, specialists will often perform one of many tests including dental imaging and x-rays of the teeth and jaw.
Location Density Information
Doctor density varies by specialty and location. New Jersey has
5,152 practicing
general dentists. Broken out by city, general dentistry doctor density
in Palisades Park is 14,
in Palmyra is 1,
in Paramus is 23,
in Park Ridge is 6,
in Parlin is 18,
in Parsippany is 30,
in Passaic is 16,
in Paterson is 44,
in Paulsboro is 2,
in Pemberton is 3,
in Pennington is 10,
in Penns Grove is 1,
in Pennsauken is 11,
in Pennsville is 7,
in Pequannock is 2,
in Perth Amboy is 18,
in Phillipsburg is 17,
in Pine Beach is 2,
in Pine Brook is 3,
in Pine Hill is 2,
in Piscataway is 14,
in Pitman is 7,
in Pittstown is 1,
in Plainfield is 14,
in Plainsboro is 15,
in Pleasantville is 12,
in Pluckemin is 2,
in Point Pleasant Beach is 4,
in Point Pleasant Boro is 12,
in Pompton Lakes is 6,
in Pompton Plains is 14,
in Port Reading is 1,
in Pottersville is 1,
in Princeton is 30,
in Princeton Junction is 3,
and in Prospect Park is 3.
New Jersey Information
In 1787, New Jersey became the third state of the original 13 colonies. New Jersey’s capital Trenton is rich in Revolutionary War history. New Jersey has some of the best recreational, historical and cultural activities along the East Coast. It has vast waterways, a rich blend of history and geography, and over 127 miles of beaches dotted with lighthouses, fishing villages and scenic views.
Popular attractions include 40 miles of the Delaware River that offers hiking, camping, boating and fishing; Six Flags Great Adventure Park; famous Atlantic City casinos and boardwalk; Thunderbolt Raceway motorsports park; Space Farms Museum; heritage trails that wind through New Jersey’s rich history; pre-Colonial and Revolutionary War historic sites; and a collection or beautiful gardens to discover why New Jersey is called the Garden State.
According to 2005 Census estimates, New Jersey has a population of 8,717,925.
Of this population, 2,111,384 are under the age of 18
and 1,123,787 are at or above the age of 65.
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