Convenient Access from Haworth
Haworth parents can usually pull into River Edge Dental about 10 minutes after leaving Borough Hall, following county roads southwest to our office in River Edge. For households that want a dentist in Haworth, NJ who can see toddlers, teens and grandparents in one place, we bring family, cosmetic and restorative care together. Evening hours until 7 PM make it easier to fit a visit around school, sports and the commute.
The trip starts at Borough Hall, 300 Haworth Avenue. Drive west on Haworth Avenue, bear south onto Schraalenburgh Road, and continue onto Washington Avenue as it runs through Dumont and then Bergenfield. Turn west on New Bridge Road, which briefly becomes Roemer Avenue, and finish on Main Street at 130 Kinderkamack Rd #303, River Edge, NJ 07661.
Plan on about 6 miles in total, all on county roads with no highway and no tolls. If you would like the route on your phone, find River Edge Dental on Google Maps before you set out from the library on Stevens Place or a game at Memorial Field.
The first stretch of the drive crosses Dumont, the borough directly south of town. Patients from Cresskill reach us on many of the same roads, including Washington Avenue and New Bridge Road.
Why a Family Practice Suits Haworth
The Borough of Haworth is small, quiet and built around family life. Only about 3,300 people lived there at the 2020 census, and more than four in ten households were raising children under 18. Census estimates show that nearly every home is a single-family house, and almost all are owner-occupied.
Water shapes the town as much as its streets do. Roughly a sixth of the borough's area is water, mostly the Oradell Reservoir along the Hackensack River on its western edge. The Oradell Reservoir Trail ranks among the borough's public parks, alongside Memorial Field and Myrtle Field.
A town like that tends to stay with one dentist for years. Seeing the same team at every visit means your dentist knows which child grinds at night, which parent has a crown to watch and which grandparent prefers a gentle pace. That continuity is the core of what a family practice offers.
The borough has a long memory of its own. It was formed by an act of the state legislature in 1904 from parts of Dumont and Harrington Township and took its name from a village in England. Many families here have lived on the same street for a generation or more, and they tend to value the same kind of steady relationship with their dentist.
We also try to make the visit pleasant for every age. Little ones can wear movie glasses and wireless headphones during a cleaning, adults can relax under a warm blanket, and everyone can grab a juice, water or coffee. Every treatment room has a window, so nobody feels closed in.
Raising Healthy Smiles in Haworth
Haworth Public School teaches roughly 500 children from pre-K through eighth grade in a single building. Those are the years when baby teeth fall out, molars come in and habits settle in for life. Regular cleanings, steady brushing and flossing at home and sealants on the chewing surfaces of back teeth all help children reach high school with healthy teeth.
Once students move on to Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest, their calendars fill with practices, games and evening events. Teens are also the patients most likely to want straighter teeth. Clear aligners work well for many of them because they come out for meals and sports and do not involve metal brackets.
Parents deserve attention too. Adults who put every child's appointment first sometimes go years without their own exam. Booking your own cleaning in the same block as the kids is the simplest fix, and it means one trip down Washington Avenue instead of two.
Commuting parents have a different challenge. NJ Transit buses 167 and 177 run from town to the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and the 186 heads to the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal, so many workdays end well after dinner prep begins. Our evening hours until 7 PM give those riders a realistic window to come in after the bus drops them back home.
For adults with a family history of gum disease, a closer look can help. OralDNA saliva testing analyzes a small saliva sample for bacteria associated with gum problems, giving the dentist more information before deciding on treatment. It is a simple test that requires no needles.
Family Treatments for Anyone Needing a Dentist in Haworth, NJ
Invisalign®
Removable clear aligners straighten teeth for teens and adults without brackets. Dr. Tsimis is an Invisalign-certified provider, and the Trios scanner replaces messy impression trays.
General Dentistry
Checkups, cleanings, fillings and sealants are the foundation of care for local kids and their parents. Small problems caught early stay small.
Saliva Diagnostics
OralDNA saliva testing adds lab insight to a routine exam. It suits adults with stubborn gum inflammation or a family history of gum disease.
Restorative Dentistry
Crowns, bridges, inlays and onlays repair teeth that are broken or worn. Parents and grandparents often need this kind of care after decades of use.
Meet Your River Edge Dental Team
Dr. Michael C. Tsimis has practiced family dentistry since 1988 and belongs to the American Dental Association, the New Jersey Dental Association and the Bergen County Dental Society. Dr. Marlen Martirossian and Dr. Rachael Wheaton round out the team, so the practice covers everything from first checkups to complex restorations.
Insurance & Financing
Our team works with your insurance company when appropriate and explains your benefits before you commit to anything. You receive an up-front estimate, and we complete the claim forms and bill the insurer for you. The financing and insurance page also covers CareCredit payment plans.
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 Haworth, and how do I get there?
From Haworth Borough Hall, the office is about 6 miles away, or roughly 10 minutes by car. You take Haworth Avenue to Schraalenburgh Road, then Washington Avenue south through Dumont and Bergenfield, New Bridge Road west and Main Street. It is a straightforward drive for families who want a dentist in Haworth, NJ without using a highway.
Does Washington Avenue slow down when school lets out?
Yes, it can. Washington Avenue has many traffic signals through Dumont and Bergenfield, and it gets busier around school dismissal and rush hour. Leaving a few minutes early for an afternoon appointment usually covers the difference, and late-morning visits tend to have the lightest traffic.
Is Invisalign an option for a Haworth teen?
Often it is. Many teenagers are good candidates for clear aligners, though the final answer depends on an exam of their bite and tooth development. Because aligners come out for meals and sports, they fit around a busy high school schedule, and evening hours until 7 PM help with follow-up visits.
Can I get my own cleaning while my children are being seen?
In most cases, yes. When you call, ask to book your visit in the same block as your children's appointments. Coordinating everyone together saves Haworth families a second drive, and it keeps parents from falling behind on their own care while managing everyone else's schedule.
Will the office handle the insurance paperwork for us?
Yes. The front desk completes the claim forms, bills your insurer directly and gives you an estimate before treatment begins. If you have questions about what your plan covers, the team will go over your benefits with you so the numbers make sense ahead of time.
Schedule Your Visit from Haworth
To book checkups for the kids, a consultation for yourself or both at once, call 201-989-0178. Families who need a dentist in Haworth, NJ are a short county-road drive from our door. You can see the full list of communities on our Areas We Serve page or learn more about the practice on the Dentist River Edge, NJ homepage.
