Dr. Lashen Dental Group
Dentist
3155 Rt 10 Suite 102 Denville NJ, 07834About
Dr. Lashen has practiced dentistry in Morris County for 35 years. He is a graduate of NYU School of Dentistry. He is active in the Amerian Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, and Past President of the Tri-County Dental Association. He currently chairs the Relief Council for the New Jersey Dental Associaton.
Education and Training
NYU SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY DDS 1977
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Does the dentist clean your teeth after braces?
Yes, during braces and after. READ MORE
Can teeth be straightened with dental crowns?
They are physically in the same position, but the new crowns can made to look straighter. READ MORE
Why would you need a second root canal on the same tooth?
Some roots have extra nerve canals that are not seen during the first root canal and cause reinfection. READ MORE
Can a small chipped tooth be fixed?
Sure, but sometimes just a simple polishing will work. READ MORE
Do dental sealants need to be reapplied?
The sealant material soaks way down into the grooves of the teeth. The part on the surface can wear, but that is not the critical area. The toothbrush can’t get into the grooves, so sealants really help to prevent decay. Stephen Lashen READ MORE
Why do dentists use X-rays?
In most cases, a cracked tooth can’t be seen on an X-ray, but it is still needed to look for decay and nerve pathology. READ MORE
What do sealants do?
Teeth form from multiple parts and those fuse together leaving grooves. These grooves go deep into the tooth where the toothbrush can’t reach. The sealants seep into these grooves so food and bacteria can’t thus preventing cavities. Stephen Lashen READ MORE
What is the best way to whiten my teeth?
Crest white strips work great READ MORE
How long after my extraction stitches are removed can I drink or eat?
Immediately READ MORE
What does bone loss in the teeth mean?
Bone loss can be multi factorial. Age, diabetes, poor home care, hereditary. READ MORE
My tooth in the back is half broken, what should I do?
Call your dentist ASAP, if it’s very sharp, take an emery board and rub it back and forth. READ MORE
Can an infected tooth spread the infection to the other teeth as well?
Take the recommend antibiotics and see your dentist as soon as possible READ MORE
Can a tooth abscess be seen on an X-ray?
Sometimes you can see it on an X-ray and sometimes during an exam when a little pimple appears. READ MORE
My dental filling keeps coming out. What should I do?
New bonded fillings are very difficult to fall out. READ MORE
I just got a crown fit on my teeth but it hurts a lot. Does it require re-treatment?
Sometimes the cement can irritate the nerve, especially on deep cavities. This can last from days to weeks.. READ MORE
I had a root canal and the same tooth is hurting again. What should I do?
Two main reasons for this are: A failing root canal or a fractured root. READ MORE
Are OTC products recommended for teeth whitening?
We recommend these all the time. Check with your dentist to make sure you have no contraindications. READ MORE
My tooth infection keeps coming back. Can it signify something more serious?
Any recurring infection must be treated ASAP to find the cause. READ MORE
Is chewing gum often bad for your teeth?
Chew away...as long as you are using sugarless gum, in fact it may even keep your teeth healthier. READ MORE
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For over 3½ decades, Dr. Lashen has been practicing dentistry and helping others enhance their dental health and general wellness in Morris County, New Jersey. He is joined by his daughter, Jessica Klein, DMD, and his son-in-law, Jason Klein, DMD, at Lashen Dental Group.
Specializing in cosmetic and general dentistry, Dr. Lashen utilizes the latest advanced dental technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide the best possible personalized care. He offers many effective dental services like Invisalign® teeth straightening, dental implants, veneers, crowns, bridges, and fillings. Treating every patient as he would his own family members, he educates them on how to protect and make the absolute best of their dental health. His goal is to deliver exceptional service that results in beautiful and fully functioning smiles.
Extensive experience and training and the ambition to keep learning are part of what allows Dr. Lashen to provide such high-caliber care. He graduated with his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the New York University College of Dentistry in New York City and continues expanding his knowledge and skills.
Staying connected to the wider dental community, he remains a member of the American Dental Association and the New Jersey Dental Association. He is a past President of the Tri-County Dental Association, and serves as Chairman of the New Jersey Dental Association’s Council on Relief.
Away from the dental office, Dr. Lashen enjoys playing tennis and golf, skiing, as well as playing with his five beloved grandchildren.
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