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Dentistry for Children of West Essex

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4.6 (344 reviews)

Dentist in West Orange, NJ

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About

Dentistry for Children of West Essex is a well-established pediatric and family dental practice in West Orange, NJ, with over 40 years of experience. The clinic provides a welcoming, child-friendly environment and a comprehensive range of services, including preventive care, restorative treatments, and orthodontics. They focus on prevention and education to help patients of all ages develop a positive attitude towards dental health and maintain a healthy smile for a lifetime.

Hours

Monday

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

412 Pleasant Valley Way 2nd Floor, West Orange, NJ 07052

Phone

(973) 731-2468

Website

www.the-big-grin.com

Service options

  • Language assistance

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Pediatric care

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet

Planning

  • Appointment required
  • Appointments recommended

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Payment plans

Parking

  • On-site parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible lift

Offerings

  • Teeth whitening

Crowd

  • LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

  • Accepts new patients

Payments

  • Cash only

About this person

  • Practitioner gender

Detailed Introduction

Dentistry for Children of West Essex is a highly-regarded dental practice located at 412 Pleasant Valley Way in West Orange, NJ. With a legacy spanning over 40 years, the clinic has built a reputation for providing exceptional and compassionate care to children, teenagers, and patients with special needs. The practice, which is part of the ProSmile family, emphasizes a team-based approach, with a staff that includes multiple pediatric dentists, a general dentist, and an orthodontist. The founder, Dr. Richard Eytel, has retired from chairside care but remains active in the administration to ensure the practice's continued success and high standards. The clinic's philosophy is strongly centered on prevention and education. They believe in establishing a "dental home" for children by age one to foster positive relationships and healthy habits early on. Services offered include routine dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and the application of dental sealants to prevent cavities. For early decay, they utilize silver diamine fluoride. The practice also provides restorative treatments when necessary and offers orthodontic services, including braces and Invisalign, to address alignment issues. Recognizing that a visit to the dentist can be daunting for some, the team is dedicated to creating a comfortable and anxiety-free experience for every patient. They are also equipped to care for very young children and patients with special needs under general anesthesia at a same-day surgery center. The practice maintains a professional and caring environment, with many staff members having served for two to three decades, creating a sense of familiarity and trust for long-term patients.

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Meet Our Team

Our experienced dental professionals are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.

Patient Reviews

4.6 out of 5
Gale Berninghausen

Gale Berninghausen

We're very happy with this dentist. The office staff is very friendly, helpful and kind (Charlotte is especially wonderful). Our kids have seen Dr Yoon and Dr Bonham, and both have been great. The doctors and hygienists are very good at helping kids feel comfortable during cleaning and x-rays. We highly recommend this office!

June 2, 2025

Ricardo Rios

Ricardo Rios

Great service from both the front desk staff and doctor! I had went in for a filling and was given a warm charismatic welcome from the front desk. Dr.Vivian and her assistant Lenny were both calm,composed and efficient in everything they did making sure I was fine throughout the whole process,while simultaneously relaying necessary information on my oral health. I genuinely highly recommend!

May 8, 2025

Heather Daly

Heather Daly

We had a good experience with the dentistry here for years but the orthodontics are a total scam. You are given a quote but no real treatment plan and then billed endlessly until your benefit is maxed and beyond. They dangle the carrot that if your kid uses their retainers correctly, they won’t need braces. My son took that seriously and told the doctor that he was going to be “legendary. ” At first, they praised how well he was doing following the instructions.

He continued following the same directions and after years, when we started to question why there was no improvement, suddenly they start telling you your kid is at fault. It gets to the point where the doctor is berating kids in the office and really yelling at them for not adjusting retainers properly. We started questioning the cost, lack of progress and ultimate objective with no real answers given. We left and are now at a real orthodontist who is providing quality treatment. But, our benefit is maxed, we paid thousands of dollars out of pocket, and now we are paying again.

We figured it would cost more in legal fees than we lost to recover and I am sure they count on that. I am also upset that I let the doctor speak to my child that way and make us all feel like it was our fault. Medical professionals should not speak to children that way. I hope this will stop other parents and caregivers from making the same mistake. Do not fall for it!

May 31, 2025

Gloria Diaz

Gloria Diaz

My daughter had a great experience from the moment they walked in the door she was greeted by the friendly receptionist. While in the room with the dentist and the assistant, she was comfortable. After the cleaning, the front staff celebrated her for not having cavities with a song, signing a wall, taking a picture with a giant toothbrush and gifted a few parting gifts.

Excellent dentist experience. Unlike my traumatizing childhood dentist experience!

June 27, 2025

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Our Location

Dentistry for Children of West Essex

412 Pleasant Valley Way 2nd Floor, West Orange, NJ 07052

Contact Information

Address

412 Pleasant Valley Way 2nd Floor, West Orange, NJ 07052

Phone

(973) 731-2468

Website

https://www.the-big-grin.com/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic

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