Jersey Shore University Dental Clinic

Jersey Shore University Dental clinic is a key component of the Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC), a large academic medical center located in Neptune City, New Jersey. The clinic operates under the Hackensack Meridian Health network, providing a full spectrum of dental services to the community. This includes general dentistry, as well as specialized services in areas like oral and maxillofacial surgery, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, and prosthodontics. A defining feature of the clinic is its role as a teaching institution. It hosts a General Practice Residency program, where residents provide comprehensive dental care to patients under the close supervision of experienced attending dentists. This ensures a high level of care while also contributing to the training of future dental professionals. The clinic also offers services for patients with special needs, including those who may require dental treatment under general anesthesia in an operating room setting. The clinic serves patients of all ages, from children to geriatrics, and is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care. It is an outpatient facility, with a team of dentists, residents, and support staff working together to meet the diverse dental needs of the community. The clinic’s affiliation with a major hospital system means it can collaborate with other medical specialists to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients with complex health needs.