Michelle M. Backhaus, DMD was voted a Top Dentist on New Jersey Monthly Magazine for 2018!. We are pleased to offer a unique pediatric & orthodontic dental experience that is affordable, interactive and fun, combining the right mix of personal care, high-technology, and continuing education. Dr. Backhaus and Dr. Overcash maintain a commitment to their patients in every facet of their practice.
You see and hear the term "quality care" used in every aspect of your life - and it almost becomes meaningless. At Central Jersey Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics (CJPD&O) we pride ourselves in going beyond "quality care" to make sure that your child is comfortable in a non-threatening, warm and caring environment.
You see and hear the term "quality care" used in every aspect of your life - and it almost becomes meaningless. At Central Jersey Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics (CJPD&O) we pride ourselves in going beyond "quality care" to make sure that your child is comfortable in a non-threatening, warm and caring environment.
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Dr. Michelle M Backhaus, Pediatric Dentist, and Dr. Christopher R. Overcash, Orthodontist of Central Jersey Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, are located in East Brunswick, NJ. They specialize in infants, children, teens and patients with special needs as well as offering various types of sedation dentistry.
Our practice will continue to be known in the community for offering exceptional Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic Care. Our practice is a place where our patients and parents get the time and attention they deserve and expect. It will be a place where our patients know us and we know them. Our practice will always welcome infants, children and teens with special needs.
Our office, as well as the The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) all recommend establishing a "Dental Home" for your child by one year of age. Children who have a dental home are more likely to receive appropriate preventive and routine oral health care.
The pediatric dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school, and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years. The very young, pre-teens, and teenagers all need different approaches in dealing with their behavior, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them avoid future dental problems.
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that specializes in treating patients with improper positioning of teeth, as well as treating and controlling various aspects of facial growth. After graduating from dental school, an orthodontist is required to complete an extra two to three years of residency in orthodontics at an American Dental Association approved, university-affiliated program.
Reviews (12)
Karen Farnham Marmion
Sep 08, 2021
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I’ve been coming to Central Jersey Pediatric Dentistry for over 15 years. My children have experienced dental visits/ orthodontic visits/ and pulled teeth with this practice and I have to say every visit has been an excellent experience! The ladies at the front desk have always shown a great deal of patience when trying to work with my extremely… hectic schedule. They always managed to squeeze our visits and we very rarely have to wait when we arrive for an appointment. They are wonderful about sticking to the appointment schedule to avoid making patients wait. The hygienists and doctors
Tee Wee Patterson
Sep 04, 2021
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Sheila Sule Tabanli
Jul 31, 2021
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Rita Russello Soffing
Mar 03, 2021
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Danielle Rubino Yannuzzi
Feb 27, 2021
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They were very accurate with my daughter who was getting braces. It took 1.5 hours and they were very thorough. We went home to have lunch and she kept saying one of the brackets are loose. I called them right away. They told me to come back and fixed the problem right away. I am very happy with their service.
Sheana Arvelo
Dec 30, 2020
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Janette Cure
Dec 29, 2020
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We have been going to Central Jersey Pediatric Dentistry for years and are extremely satisfied. Dr. Backhaus and Dr. Overcash are wonderful. We have been with them through the first dental visit to braces and then some. I would not want to take my boys anywhere else. The staff is so friendly and they always make my boys feel comfortable.
Mayra A.
Jun 26, 2019
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My daughter has been seeing Dr. Backhaus for over 10 years. The staff is very friendly and my daughter looks forward to her dentist visits. Lisa has been cleaning my daughters teeth for many years. My daughter enjoys having conversations with Lisa about school while having her teeth clean because she makes her feel comfortable.
Sheilla C.
Nov 28, 2018
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Maria C.
May 27, 2016
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The staff are very pleasant, kind, friendly, and courteous. I've been bringing my son here for almost 16 years, he likes the place so much, we never had any problem even when he was much younger, they always keep the kids entertained while waiting in the reception area, they always make the kids comfortable. They explained to you and to the kid whatever they did and will be doing on the next visit, no surprises. We never had any problem making appointments, they tried to accommodate our busy schedule. The place is highly recommended.
Lee D.
Feb 09, 2016
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Very nice and friendly staff, never have an issue making an apt. I have been bringing my son here for 10 years. He enjoys going , their are things to keep the kids entertained wile they are waiting and they are always so nice to him. I picked them for my sons dentist because this was also my little brothers dentist and him and my mother liked it here also never had a problem, its nice and close to home and everyone is very friendly and helpful !
Jamie S.
Jan 26, 2016
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I'm very surprised to read the last review. I completely disagree. Our daughter has been seeing Dr Backhaus of Central Jersey Pediatric Dentistry since about age 2. She is 7 1/2 now. She fell and cracked almost her entire front tooth. Dr Backhaus performed a pulpotomy. She fixed the tooth and it looked perfect for years until the baby tooth fell out :) I trust her, she is great with kids, and the staff is great with kids. I also feel very confident with her skill level. I have never seen her be anything but professional.
