Convenient Access from Bergenfield
Six minutes after leaving Borough Hall, most Bergenfield drivers are pulling up to River Edge Dental on Kinderkamack Road in River Edge. That short trip west is why many households pick us when they want a dentist in Bergenfield, NJ who can treat the whole family. Cleanings, cosmetic work, aligners and repairs all happen in one office, and evening hours until 7 PM leave room after school and work.
Allow about 6 minutes for the 3.7-mile drive. From Borough Hall at 198 North Washington Avenue, take Maria Street over to Washington Avenue and follow it south through the shopping district. Turn right onto New Bridge Road, which runs west through New Milford, changes its name to Roemer Avenue for a few blocks and then returns to New Bridge Road.
The road crosses the Hackensack River at historic New Bridge, becomes Main Street in River Edge and meets Kinderkamack Road, where a left turn puts you at 130 Kinderkamack Rd #303, River Edge, NJ 07661. Our building is on the short block between Main Street and Grand Avenue, and New Bridge Landing station is about a tenth of a mile away. Open our office on Google Maps for directions from your own block.
Washington Avenue can crawl at rush hour, so a few spare minutes help on weekday evenings. Families in Dumont, the next borough north, and New Milford, which the drive passes through, share much of this route.
Where Bergenfield Families Find Their Dental Home
Long before Bergenfield was a borough, the area was called Schraalenburgh, a Dutch name usually translated as "barren knoll or hill." A railroad station built in 1873 printed "Bergen Fields" on its tickets, and the name stuck when the borough incorporated on June 25, 1894. The borough's history page tells the full story.
Today Bergenfield is home to 28,321 people, according to the 2020 census, on just under three square miles of Bergen County. Census estimates show most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses, and about one resident in five is under 18. That adds up to a lot of busy households with children, working parents and grandparents under one roof.
A family practice keeps that juggling manageable. Everyone's records stay with one team, so a parent can book a child's cleaning, a teen's aligner check and their own exam in a single visit. Treatment plans follow each patient's needs, preferences and comfort rather than a fixed script.
Comfort is built into the visit. Each treatment room has a window and a TV, and the Comfort Menu lists hot towels, lip balm, an eye mask, blankets and something warm to drink. Nervous adults often say the extras help more than they expected.
Everyday Dental Needs Along Washington Avenue
Washington Avenue is Bergenfield's main street. Its special improvement district stretches about a mile from the Teaneck line to the Dumont line, with more than 50 international restaurants and food stores. A neighborhood that eats well and eats out often benefits from a regular cleaning schedule, because frequent snacking and sweet or acidic drinks wear on enamel over time.
The public schools add their own rhythm. Five neighborhood elementary schools, Franklin, Hoover, Jefferson, Lincoln and Washington, feed into Roy W. Brown Middle School and the high school on South Prospect Avenue. Twice-yearly checkups, sealants on the back molars and an early look at crowding keep students on track from kindergarten to graduation.
Adults often bring different goals. Some want whiter teeth before a family celebration, while others have a chipped front tooth or an old filling that has darkened over the years. Professional whitening can brighten a smile without changing its natural shape.
Gum health deserves attention too. Bleeding when you floss, gums that look puffy or teeth that feel slightly loose are early signs worth checking. For deeper gum pockets, the practice offers LANAP® laser treatment as an alternative to traditional gum surgery.
Care Designed for Families Seeking a Dentist in Bergenfield, NJ
Cosmetic Dentistry
A darkened front filling or a chipped edge can be updated to blend in again. Many parents book a brightening session before a wedding, a graduation or holiday photos.
General Dentistry
Exams, cleanings, X-rays, fillings and sealants keep both children and adults healthy. Siblings from different elementary schools can share one appointment block.
Invisalign®
Clear, removable aligners straighten crowded teeth without metal brackets. High schoolers and parents alike choose them for a discreet look.
Restorative Dentistry
Crowns, bridges, inlays and onlays rebuild teeth that have cracked or outgrown old fillings. Repairs are matched to the color of your natural teeth.
LANAP® Laser Gum Treatment
A dental laser treats infected gum pockets and supports healing around the teeth. It suits adults whose cleanings reveal deepening pockets.
Meet Your River Edge Dental Team
Dr. Marlen Martirossian, DDS, earned her degree at New York University and has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry from LVI. She is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Rachael Wheaton, valedictorian of her 2022 class at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, cares for children and adults on the same team.
Insurance & Financing
Staff members walk you through what your dental plan covers and send the claims on your behalf. When a treatment plan is larger, CareCredit offers no-interest terms up to 24 months or extended terms up to 60 months. The insurance and financing page has more details.
What People Are Saying
I believe I found my dream dental office. This is an amazing practice. Very professional, friendly, and the team is knowledgeable and makes you feel right at home. I would recommend them to anyone.
Yasminda D.
If I could give this office more than five stars I would. They helped me so much with my dental needs and I plan to return for many years in the future. Thank you all at River Edge Dental.
Brad L.
This dentist is simply amazing! From their friendly and warm-welcoming team to their expert care, l couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Not only were they highly skilled but everyone was also so supportive throughout my visit as well! Five stars all the way!
J M.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is River Edge Dental from Bergenfield, and how do I get there?
Bergenfield Borough Hall is about 3.7 miles from our office, roughly a 6-minute drive. Washington Avenue leads south to New Bridge Road, which heads west through New Milford and across the river to Main Street and Kinderkamack Road. It is a short drive with no tolls for anyone who wants a dentist in Bergenfield, NJ.
Can my children be seen in one trip even if they attend different schools?
Yes. Siblings can be booked in back-to-back slots after school, whatever their schedules. Evening hours until 7 PM give everyone time to get home first, and a parent can add their own cleaning to the same block. That keeps a family's checkups to a single drive.
Can frequent snacking and eating out affect my teeth?
It can, though the cause is usually frequency rather than any one cuisine. Snacking often, sipping sweet or acidic drinks and grazing late at night all give enamel less time to recover. Rinsing with water after meals and keeping up with cleanings help protect your teeth while you enjoy the local food scene.
Can Bergenfield teens straighten their teeth without braces?
Many can. Clear aligners straighten teeth with a series of removable trays instead of brackets and wires, and they come out for meals and sports. An exam and a digital scan show whether aligners suit a particular case, and the visits fit after classes thanks to evening hours.
Does the office offer anything to help nervous patients relax?
Yes, quite a few things. The Comfort Menu includes wireless headphones, movie glasses, a warm blanket, hot towels and an aromatherapy neck pillow, and every treatment room has a window and a TV. Nitrous oxide is also available for patients who need extra help staying calm.
Schedule Your Visit from Bergenfield
Dial 201-989-0178 to schedule cleanings for the family, a whitening consultation or a look at a tooth that has been bothering you. Our team would be glad to serve as your dentist in Bergenfield, NJ, just a few minutes west across the river. The Areas We Serve hub lists the other towns we welcome, and our Dentist River Edge, NJ homepage covers the practice in full.
