Dr. Scott B. Schaffer DMD, Dentist
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Dr. Scott B. Schaffer DMD

Dentist

77 Valley Road Clark New Jersey, 07066
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About

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

MaleEnglish 39 years of experience
Dr. Scott B. Schaffer DMD
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

General dentistry

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

Dr. Scott B. Schaffer DMD's Practice location

77 Valley Road -
Clark, New Jersey 07066
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