Brooke S. Mossaded
Dentist
119 Prospect Street Ridgewood New Jersey, 07450About
Health Care 2000 is a multi discipline practice addressing all issues of dental health inlifing oral hygiene , crowns, dentures, fillings, onlays,bridges, veneers,root canals, invisalign, bleaching, and implant services.
Education and Training
New York University
Board Certification
Invisalign
TMJ Treatment
Provider Details
Brooke S. Mossaded's Expert Contributions
What causes erosion of teeth?
You can get erosion from acidic foods. READ MORE
Why does my 5 year old daughter keep getting cavities?
She should not eat or drink anything after she brushes her teeth at night time. Make sure her toothpaste has fluoride and she goes for regular checkup and cleanings. READ MORE
Mouth Ulcers Keep Coming Back
Sometimes stress can cause mouth ulcers. Also some vitamin deficiencies can cause ulcers. READ MORE
Can a cavity spread to the next tooth?
Cavities do not spread to the adjacent tooth, but if the cavity of one tooth is due to lack of hygiene and no flossing the adjacent tooth may also get decay. READ MORE
Are there any home remedies to treat canker sores?
Canker sores usually go away on their own day 5 and the pain is worst day 3. You need to avoid having any acidic or spicy foods. There are special mouthwashes to ease up the pain. READ MORE
Swollen and localised pain after done a deep cleaning; is this normal?
When you have deep cleaning, ithe gum which was inflamed will recede and get firmer and healthier. But due to the recession you may develop some cold sensitivity that may need to be addressed if it does not improve with time. READ MORE
Loose tooth
You need to see a dentist to evaluate your tooth. READ MORE
Braces
You can have Invisalign that is express and can fix these minor issues. READ MORE
Is a root canal during pregnancy safe?
If a tooth needs a root canal and your OB/GYN gives the approval, you can have the root canal done during pregnancy as long as there is no epinephrine. Usually, the first trimester is the most critical time. READ MORE
Why do my oral ulcers keep coming back?
Sometimes stress can show as mouth ulcers and they usually go away on their own in a week. Some vitamin deficiencies can also cause canker sores. READ MORE
I am getting abscesses in my infected tooth. How do I treat them?
You need to see a dentist asap. READ MORE
Can a tooth abscess be seen on an X-ray?
Dental abscess will show in an x-ray once it is advanced. READ MORE
Do dentists offer services to the uninsured?
Some offices offer payment plans to the uninsured. READ MORE
How can I close the gap between my frontal teeth?
If you have braces, the orthodontist should be able to close the gap. READ MORE
Why does my breath smell even after brushing my teeth and using mouthwash?
Bad breath can come from old fillings or caps or can be systemic of GI issues. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Attending Columbia University 2008 - 2014
Awards
- Medicinal chemistry 1984 St. John's University
Professional Society Memberships
- The Cosmetic Dentistry Association
What do you attribute your success to?
Having a great training and an excellent residency. Having worked as an associate for five years. He practices painless dentistry.
Hobbies / Sports
- Sculpting, Playing Piano
Areas of research
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