Did you know that 1-in-5 orthodontic patients are adults over the age of 18? That’s right: 20% of patients who want or need to straighten their teeth are adults. While many consider childhood the optimal time to address this issue, it’s not too late to do so once you’ve…

  Many people struggle with having stains on their teeth. What goes into our mouth is the primary culprit of this undesired discoloration — drinking beverages such as coffee, red wine and cola, which are all highly pigmented, and smoking tobacco have been found to cause staining.  If this is…

The importance of taking care of your teeth and gums is well-known. It is said that a healthy mouth means a healthy body, so taking care of your teeth and gums properly each day is vital. But why is it so important to brush your teeth in the morning specifically?…

Linden Oaks Dental is thrilled to welcome Dr. Stephanie Beneduci to our team of talented and passionate dentists! Dr. Beneduci grew up in Northern New Jersey and was inspired by her grandmother, one of the first female stockbrokers in New York City, to pursue her dream of becoming a dentist….

Our lives have changed substantially in the last few months; from stay-at-home orders to the complete shutdown of businesses nationwide, COVID-19 has changed the way we think and act in public settings. With the gradual reopening and the return to “normal” (or a new normal, as some say), businesses and…

When it comes to oral hygiene, most people focus on the state of their teeth – keeping them free of plaque, getting them cleaned regularly, and ensuring they look good physically. However, proper dental health goes far beyond your teeth! In order to keep your mouth truly healthy, you must…

When it comes time to sit in the dentist’s chair, it’s not uncommon to feel a bit of fear or anxiety. In fact, nearly 8% of people feel such anxiety about the experience that they avoid having dental work done all together.  Research shows that not having routine dental work…

Having your wisdom teeth extracted isn’t as intimidating as you may think it’d be. Yes, it’s a surgical procedure for which you’ll be put under IV sedation – aka “twilight sleep,” a type of anesthesia given through a vein — but it’s also a very standard procedure that millions of…

At Linden Oaks Dental, our highest priority has always been serving our patients; making sure we’re offering the most up-to-date and highest quality dental care at a convenient and easy to reach location. To continue doing so, we have exciting news to share! We are pleased to announce that Linden…

Research shows that up to 20% of people experience moderate to severe anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist. This fear can lead to missing appointments for dental work or not scheduling them at all, which can in turn negatively impact not only ones dental health, but their…