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 Saddle Brook is 7,
in Saddle River is 2,
in Salem is 3,
in Sayreville is 1,
in Scotch Plains is 11,
in Sea Bright is 2,
in Sea Girt is 7,
in Sea Isle City is 1,
in Seaside Heights is 1,
in Secaucus is 8,
in Sergeantsville is 1,
in Sewell is 27,
in Shamong is 1,
in Ship Bottom is 3,
in Short Hills is 7,
in Shrewsbury is 7,
in Sicklerville is 7,
in Skillman is 7,
in Somerdale is 11,
in Somers Point is 8,
in Somerset is 38,
in Somerville is 16,
in South Amboy is 17,
in South Bound Brook is 1,
in South Orange is 13,
in South Plainfield is 17,
in South River is 4,
in Southampton is 1,
in Sparta is 21,
in Spotswood is 5,
in Spring Lake is 11,
in Springfield is 17,
in Stanhope is 2,
in Stirling is 1,
in Stockholm is 1,
in Stone Harbor is 1,
in Stratford is 6,
in Succasunna is 10,
in Summit is 20,
in Sussex is 7,
and in Swedesboro is 5.
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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