Nova Dental NJ is a top-rated dental practice offering comprehensive family, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry in Newark and East Orange. With convenient locations at 539 Bloomfield Ave (Newark 07107), 240 Mulberry St (Newark 07102), and 90 Washington St (East Orange 07017), our experienced dentists provide cleanings, exams, teeth whitening, veneers, Invisalign, dental implants, crowns, bridges, and urgent dental care.

Patients searching for the best dentist near me trust Nova Dental NJ. Proudly serving Belleville, North Newark, Downtown Newark, Ironbound, East Orange, Orange, Bloomfield, and Montclair with gentle, modern, personalized care.

Dr. Navleen Kaur Thind, DDS, is a highly trained and experienced dentist practicing in Hamilton, NJ and East Orange, NJ. She provides all general dentistry services including, but not limited to, Extractions, Fillings, Whitening, Scaling and Root Planning, Crowns, Bridges, Root Canals, Quick Ortho/Invisible Braces (Six Month Smiles®), Dentures, Oral Cancer Screenings, Smile Makeover, Kids and Children's Dentistry, and Mouth Guards. Dr. Thind aims to provide the most advanced and pain-free dental care to our patients at very affordable prices during times that suit them the best.

The brand new Academy Dental practice is warm and welcoming to all members of the community seeking dental treatment. Dr. Thind uses the most advanced equipment and techniques available including digital x-rays, Zoom Whitening and Six Month Smiles®. The office includes a game room with an X-Box and a separate meditation and healing room, to allow patients a variety of options to unwind and relax from their day, before or after receiving treatment.

Dr. Thind trained at the New York University College of Dentistry and is certified by the National Board of Dental Examiners. She completed her General Practice Residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.

As a proud New Jerseyan, Dr. Thind currently lives in the nearby Lawrenceville community. She is an active community volunteer with local school activities and annual fairs. When she is not providing gentle and caring dental services, she spends time with her husband and two children, practices yoga and travels.

Dr. Thind’s practice provides convenient online appointment scheduling 24 hours a day, offers emergency appointments, and accepts walk-in appointments seven days a week. She accepts all major insurances and is welcoming new patients.

If you live in or near Hamilton or East Orange, NJ, and would like to contact a dentist near you, call Academy Dental or request an appointment online today. 

Dr. Munsha Sidhu is a graduate of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in Newark, NJ. She is a proud member of the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, and the Maryland State Dental Association.

Dr. Munsha Sidhu enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and loves working with all age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Dr. Sidhu is committed to providing her patients with the best dental care and takes extra time to educate each patient.

In addition to preventative and general dentistry, Dr. Sidhu particularly enjoys designing beautiful smiles for her patients using esthetic dentistry. Her special interests include transforming smiles with whitening procedures and Invisalign.

If you live in or near Hamilton or East Orange, NJ, and would like to contact a dentist near you, call Academy Dental or request an appointment online today. 

Anthony Cirillo, DDS, is a skilled general dentist at Tottenville Dental, providing high-quality preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry to teens and adults in the Tottenville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York City. 

Dr. Cirillo earned his bachelors degree from Farmingdale State College with a major in Bioscience and minor in Chemistry. Then, he enrolled in a dual degree program at New York University’s College of Dentistry in Manhattan and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree along with an Advanced Certificate of Public Health.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Cirillo trained at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. There, he received training in various aspects of preventive and general dentistry, including complex surgical and full mouth rehabilitaiton cases.

At Tottenville Dental, Dr. Cirillo provides full-service, comprehensive dentistry. He loves getting to know the people in his care and develops personalized treatment plans that reduce the risk of cavities, gum disease, and other common oral health problems.

Dr. Cirillo enjoys honing his professional skills. He regularly participates in continuing education and research and is active in the community; he enjoys providing charitable dental work to New York’s underserved communities.

Dr. Cirillo welcomes everyone to Tottenville Dental and looks forward to buiding long standing relationships with his patients.

With over two decades of experience providing dental care to New Jersey families, Marzena Zachwieja, DDS, brings both expertise and patience to her practice, Sunny Smile Dentistry in Old Bridge, New Jersey. Dr. Zachwieja focuses on general dentistry, including restorative dentistry, prosthetics, tooth preservation (endodontics), implantology (implant dentistry), and periodontics. She’s also experienced in pediatric dentistry.

After obtaining a dental degree from the Slask Medical Academy in Poland, Dr. Zachwieja earned her doctor of dental surgery degree with honors in 2000 from NYU College of Dentistry in New York City. She opened her first private practice in South Amboy, New Jersey, in 2004, and then opened a second location in Old Bridge in 2010, where she now practices.

Dr. Zachwieja has been nominated as a Top Dentist in New Jersey for several years in a row, and has continued her education in the field, with a particular emphasis on implants and cosmetic dentistry. Her office features the latest technology and cutting-edge equipment.

In her spare time, Dr. Zachwieja enjoys taking advantage of the outdoors in New Jersey, and is fond of live music, theatre, hiking, skiing, and rowing. She also likes to read and spend time with her husband, Henry, and their two children, Nicole and Michael.

At Sunny Smile Dentistry, Dr. Zachwieja offers same-day emergency and weekend visits. Her office participates with all major insurance companies and accepts all major PPO dental insurance. Interest-free financing is also available through CareCreditⓇ.

Dr. Zachwieja is now accepting new patients. Call Sunny Smile Dentistry or use online booking to schedule an appointment today.

Dr. Steven Reff uses his extensive experience to provide the highest level of surgical care in a gentle, compassionate manner. He received his D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. While there, he graduated at the top of his class and was honored by his faculty by being inducted into the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthetic Honors Society. He also served as President on a variety of committees including the Dental School’s Global Outreach Program and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery study group.

Following dental school, Dr. Reff completed his surgical-based training at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine/New York Presbyterian Hospital. Upon completing his training Dr. Reff began treating patients in private practice. He was also invited to take a position at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine teaching postgraduate candidates and future dentists and was additionally appointed admitting privileges.

When he is not practicing dentistry or attending professional obligations, he enjoys hiking with his Yellow Lab, fly fishing, and relaxing with his wife Allison and their children

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STEVEN N. REFF, DDS, FICOI

EDUCATION

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine/New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship, July 2011 – June 2012

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

Dennis Tarnow Implantology Course, July 2011 – June 2012

University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore, MD

Doctor of Dental Surgery, May 2011

University of Delaware, Newark, DE

Bachelor of Arts in Biological Science, May 2007

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

President, Implant Solution Group

Dental Implant Practice, Northern Jersey

March 2012 – Present

American Academy of Facial Cosmetics

Certified in the administration of Neurotoxin and Dermal Fillers

February 2013 – Present

Clinical Associate Instructor

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

July 2012 – Present

Teaching Experience:  Fixed Prosthetic and Cosmetic Dentistry Lecture Series

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

January 2012 – March 2012

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY

July 2012

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Externship

Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY

October 2011

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Externship

Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY

August 2010

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Clerkship

Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Baltimore, MD

May 2010 – May 2011

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Teaching Experience

Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Baltimore, MD

January 2011 – May 2011

PUBLICATIONS

Reff SN, Ringler D.  Fibromyxoma of the Anterior Maxilla: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.  Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, March 2012.

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantologists

March 2013 – Present

Member, American Academy of Implant Dentistry

July 2012 – Present

Member, New Jersey Dental Association

January 2012 – Present

Member, Academy of General Dentistry

January 2012 – Present

President, University of Maryland Dental School Class of 2011

August 2010 – May 2011

Vice President, University of Maryland Dental School Class of 2011

August 2009 – May 2010

Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society

University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore, MD

August 2010

President, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Interest Group

University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore, MD

May 2010 – May 2011

President, Global Outreach Program

University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore, MD

August 2010 – May 2011

Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity

University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore, MD

January 2010 – May 2011

Student Representative, Exam Correction Committee (ECC)

University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore, MD

September 2007 – May 2008

President/Founder, University of Delaware Pre-Dental Society

University of Delaware, Newark, DE

September 2005 – May 2007

Dr. Neetu Bhanushali is a compassionate and caring dentist who would go great lengths to make their patients comfortable and relaxed during the procedure. She brings in a wealth of knowledge and would explain the process and options to help patients make educated decisions. She received her D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) from the University of California San Francisco.  

In her pursuit of constant learning and development, Dr. Bhanushali is also doing her MAGD (“Master in the Academy of General Dentistry”). Only three percent of the dentists in the United States and Canada have received this honorary degree.  

Dr. Bhanushali volunteers for multiple organizations where she provides free services. She also has multi-year experience in India as a dentist. When not practicing dentistry or attending professional obligations, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends or hiking. 

Dr. Pavanjit Chhabra serves patients from throughout Long Island, New York at his practice, Oasis Dental, with offices in Hempstead and Islip, New York. He provides a variety of treatments including cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, Clear Correct, orthodontics, dental implants, dentures, and teeth whitening.

He moved to New York in 1999 for Dental School and attended NYU College of Dentistry, where he earned his DDS degree. He also completed his 1-year residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City. Prior to opening his office in 2008, he worked as an associate in various practices throughout the boroughs.

Dr. Chhabra was born in India and grew up in Bombay. He moved to the US in 1986 at age 13. Dr. Chhabra attended college at California State University, Northridge where he earned a B.S. in Cell Biology and an M.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology. He made lots of friends in LA, often while enjoying many outdoor activities; hiking and camping in Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks, cross country skiing in Yosemite, downhill skiing, and bungee jumping. He also earned his pilot’s license and flew for fun.

Dr. Simmy Arora practices dentistry at Oasis Dental, with offices in Hempstead and Islip, New York. She provides a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry treatments such as teeth whitening, Clear Correct orthodontics, dental implants, dentures, root canals, and tooth extractions.

Dr. Arora was born in Delhi, India, and moved to the US at a young age. Dr. Arora was a Biology Major at California State University, Northridge with a minor in Philosophy. She graduated in 1998 and got accepted to NYU College of dentistry. After graduating from NYU in 2001, she completed her 1-year residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital. Dr. Arora began practicing as an associate in the Bronx and did so for 6 years prior to opening this practice.

In her spare time, Dr. Arora likes to read and paint in her free time, as well as watching movies, reading, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Arora speaks Hindi and Punjabi.

Alevtina Edgar, DDS, is an experienced dentist at Central Avenue Dental in Valley Steam and Manhattan, NY.

The doctor received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. She then pursued a general practice residency at Peninsula Hospital Center in Far Rockaway, followed by an internship at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens. 

While in private practice, the doctor continued to advance her education and is now certified in Invisalign® treatment as well as treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. She is an active member of the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association.

Having two small kids of her own, the doctor knows how to put the kids at ease and make their dental visits to Central Avenue Dental comfortable. the doctor is known for having a gentle touch and is always committed to providing the highest quality care to her patients.

Igor Ilyabayev, DDS, is a highly skilled dentist at Central Avenue Dental in Valley Steam and Manhattan, NY.

Dr. Ilyabayev graduated from St. John’s University in Queens, New York, with his undergraduate degree and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. He then completed a general practice residency at Mount Sinai Queens, which gave him an extensive year of training in general dentistry.

In his efforts to continuously further his knowledge in the evolving and progressive field of dentistry, Dr. Ilyabayev takes numerous courses to provide his patients with the latest treatment modalities available to date. Some of the courses include completion of advanced mini-residency in dental implantology, Invisalign® treatment, and advanced training in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.

Raised in a family of dentists, Dr. Ilyabayev was brought up with a love for the dental profession, teaching him to pursue excellence in all of his work and treating patients ethically and with compassion.

Yuriy Normatov, DDS, is an accomplished dentist at Central Avenue Dental in Valley Steam and Manhattan, NY.

Dr. Normatov graduated from New York University at the top of his class with honors. He then completed extensive training in restorative dentistry, endodontics, and the newest implant technology at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull. Dr. Normatov was hand-picked by the director of the hospital to master the art of implant therapy. He was given rigorous cases and was able to meet all the patients’ needs and expectations while providing a smile to all.

He is very gentle and caring and goes above and beyond for his patients. He provides a comfortable environment and listens to any concerns patients may have. Dr. Normatov is a firm believer in evidence-based dentistry and stays up-to-date on the most recent technology in dentistry. 

Dr. Normatov welcomes all new patients and would love to give patients the smile and oral health that they need. He is the go-to dentist for patients looking for expertise, comfort, and a beautiful smile!

Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev is an exceptional and highly skilled dentist with extensive experience in implant restoration and cosmetic dentistry. With a passion for creating beautiful and healthy smiles, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev combines artistry and precision to deliver outstanding results for each patient. Bayside serves patients all over New York, including Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

As a leading expert in the field of dental implants, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev has transformed the lives of numerous patients by restoring their smiles and confidence. With meticulous precision and cutting-edge techniques, they offer a comprehensive range of implant solutions, from single tooth replacements to full-mouth reconstructions. Driven by a passion for optimal functionality and natural aesthetics, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev ensures that each implant is seamlessly integrated, providing patients with a long-lasting and radiant smile.

In addition to their expertise in implants, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev also excels in general dentistry, providing comprehensive oral healthcare for patients of all ages. From routine check-ups and preventive treatments to restorative procedures, such as fillings and root canals, their gentle approach and compassionate demeanor create a comfortable environment for every patient.

Furthermore, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev is a recognized authority in cosmetic dentistry, artfully blending science and art to enhance the beauty of your smile. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of dental aesthetics, he offer an array of cosmetic treatments, including teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and cosmetic bonding. Whether you seek a subtle enhancement or a complete smile transformation, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev will work closely with you to achieve your desired results, leaving you with a smile that radiates confidence.

At our practice, we prioritize your comfort and satisfaction above all else. With Dr.  Ilyabayev's extensive knowledge, skill, and warm chairside manner, you can trust that you are in the hands of a true dental expert who genuinely cares about your oral health and well-being.

We invite you to schedule an appointment with Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev today and experience the exceptional care that has earned them a reputation as a leading practitioner in implants, general dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. Get ready to embark on a journey towards a healthier, more beautiful smile that you will be proud to show off!