Dr. Scott B. Schaffer DMD
Dentist
77 Valley Road Clark New Jersey, 07066About
Dr. Scott Schaffer is a Dentist practicing in Clark, New Jersey. Dr. Schaffer specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Education and Training
Tufts University
New York University B.A. Psychobiology 1981
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine D.M.D. 1985
Board Certification
Rosenthal Institute of Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry at New York University
Provider Details
Dr. Scott B. Schaffer DMD's Expert Contributions
Is teething delay in children normal?
Hello and thank you for your question, The average age for upper front baby teeth is 8-12 months and for the lower front baby teeth is 6-10 months. Hope this helps to answer your question. Kindly, Dr. Scott Schaffer READ MORE
How effective are sensitivity toothpastes in treating the problem?
Yes, these sensitivity toothpastes do work. However, they will only work if tooth decay is NOT the cause of the pain. Toothpastes can take up to two weeks to be effective. If there is no relief in two weeks, seek the care of a dentist for a proper evaluation of the pain. READ MORE
Is higher or lower pressure better with water flossers?
The higher pressure will not detrimental effect on your gums. You can use any pressure as long as your teeth and gums are not sensitive. It is perfectly fine to keep it on the halfway mark. READ MORE
Adult tooth is loose. What should I do?
You need to get an x-ray and be evaluated by a dentist. You could have a fracture of the tooth and/or the bone surrounding the tooth. The best case would be that the ligaments holding the tooth into the bone are traumatized and will strengthen up. Even if this is the case the loose tooth may need to be splinted to the adjoining teeth for support. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Served on Executive Committee for the Pearl Network for 5 Years -
- Dental Product Evaluator with Ascend Publishing -
Treatments
- Whitening
- Bonding
- Porcelain Veneers
- Tooth Colored Fillings
- Crowns
- Root Canals
- Implants
- Periodontal (or Gum) Therapy
- Extractions
- Dentures
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American Dental Association
- Professional Member Academy of General Dentistry
- Professional Member New Jersey Dental Association
- Professional Member Union County Dental Society
- Professional Member Practitioners Engaged in Employed Research and Learning
Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, New Jersey Dental Association, Union County Dental Society
Articles and Publications
- Cover Story, Journal of the American Dental Association, July 2012
What do you attribute your success to?
Treating Patients as Friends and Family, Listening to their Needs, Providing State of the Art up-to-date Services
Hobbies / Sports
- Yoga, Spin
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of the American Dental Association
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