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42 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Prosthodontic & Cosmetic Dentistry in West Long Branch, NJ
Joseph DiFazio, DMD, FACP, DMD, FACP, has dedicated over 43 years to advancing prosthodontic care in New Jersey. As one of fewer than 350 maxillofacial prosthodontists worldwide and a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics, our practice combines exceptional clinical expertise with compassionate patient care. Our team specializes in complex dental reconstructions, including dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and maxillofacial prosthetics, serving patients from Jersey Shore to Central New Jersey. With extensive academic contributions as a clinical assistant professor at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine for 37 years, we maintain rigorous standards of excellence while prioritizing personalized treatment plans. Our commitment to continuous education ensures patients receive cutting-edge solutions for both functional restoration and aesthetic enhancement.Backed by board-certified credentials and a reputation built on trust, we address diverse dental needs ranging from routine restorations to intricate post-surgical reconstructions. Our practice philosophy centers on restoring confidence through comprehensive care that addresses both immediate dental concerns and long-term oral health. Through collaboration with medical professionals across disciplines, we provide holistic treatment approaches for patients with complex medical histories affecting oral health. This integration of academic rigor, clinical innovation, and patient-centered care defines our approach to modern dentistry.
Services
Dental Implants
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Prosthodontic Services
Maxillofacial Prosthetics
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 43 years of specialized prosthodontic experience with complex cases
- Board-certified in both general prosthodontics and maxillofacial prosthetics
- Clinical professor at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine for 37 years
- Pioneer in dental implantology since 1984 in Monmouth County
- Recipient of multiple patient satisfaction awards from verified patients
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Prosthodontics
What people say
Big city quality dentistry
Highly recommend this Dental firm
Professional and courteous staff
Truly care about patients
No pain experienced
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions for missing or severely damaged teeth. This service combines advanced surgical techniques with customized prosthetic design to restore natural function and aesthetics. Patients benefit from predictable, long-lasting results that prevent bone loss while maintaining facial structure integrity through state-of-the-art implant technology.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving dental aesthetics through procedures like veneers, whitening, and bonding. Our approach combines artistic principles with technical precision to create natural-looking smiles that complement individual facial features. Treatments address discoloration, misalignment, and minor imperfections while maintaining optimal oral function and structural integrity.
Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry addresses structural dental damage through crowns, bridges, and full mouth reconstruction. This service restores both function and appearance for patients with severe decay, trauma, or congenital defects. Advanced techniques ensure durable, aesthetically pleasing solutions that integrate seamlessly with natural dentition while improving overall oral health.
Maxillofacial Prosthetics
Maxillofacial prosthetics create custom solutions for head and neck defects resulting from trauma, surgery, or congenital conditions. This specialized service designs prostheses for oral, nasal, and ocular areas that restore both function and appearance. Collaboration with medical specialists ensures comprehensive rehabilitation for complex cases requiring multidisciplinary approaches.
Medical Collaboration
Medical collaboration addresses dental complications arising from systemic conditions like cancer treatment or eating disorders. This service works with healthcare providers to develop coordinated treatment plans that consider both oral health and overall medical needs. Specialized prosthetic solutions help maintain quality of life during and after medical treatments affecting oral structures.
People
Joseph DiFazio, DMD, FACP
Board-Certified Prosthodontist
Dr. DiFazio holds a DMD from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and completed specialty training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. With 43 years in practice and 37 years as a clinical professor, he specializes in complex dental reconstructions and maxillofacial prosthetics while maintaining active teaching roles.
Questions
What dental specialties does Dr. DiFazio offer?
Dr. DiFazio specializes in prosthodontics, maxillofacial prosthetics, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and reconstructive procedures for complex dental cases.
How experienced is Dr. DiFazio in implant dentistry?
Dr. DiFazio performed Monmouth County's first implant case in 1984 and has maintained leadership in implantology for over 37 years with continuous advanced training.
What makes prosthodontic care unique?
Prosthodontists complete three additional years of specialized training beyond dental school, focusing on complex restorations and dental prosthetics for both function and aesthetics.
Do you accept dental referrals?
Yes, we welcome referrals from general dentists and medical professionals for complex cases requiring specialized prosthodontic expertise.
What areas do you serve?
We serve patients from Jersey Shore, Monmouth County, Mercer County, Middlesex County, Ocean County, and surrounding regions of New Jersey.
