At KidZdent, we care for you and your family through comprehensive pediatric dentistry, special needs dental care, and orthodontics. Our compassionate team offers quality care tailored to the individual needs of your family and ensure children look forward to their next dental visit. Our Old Bridge pediatric dentists and orthodontic team ensure expert care at every stage of your child's development - from infancy, where we examine patients for tongue and lip ties to their teenage years when orthodontics become common, and even into adulthood.
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KidZdent is a unique place to go for family-focused dental care. Pediatric dentistry, orthodontics for children and adults, and special needs dental care are all provided inside of our 10,000 square foot state-of-the-art building which is located next to a tree-lined duck pond. Not only is our office designed to comprehensively meet our patients' needs, but our facilities are beautiful inside and out. When visiting our Old Bridge dental practice, just look for our bright yellow KidZdent sign on Route 516 as it welcomes you to our office.
Our Dental Hygienists understand a child's apprehension toward dental visits, and they are specially trained to alleviate any concerns and make the dental visit something to look forward to. Oral hygiene instructions, dietary suggestions, and regular six months preventive care visits to our office will help to guide your child through a lifetime of healthy smiles!
Whether you're in search of directions, seeking insurance coverage answers, or just need a friend to chat with, our team is only a few moments away. Cancellation Policy: KidZdent requires 24 business hours' notice for all cancellations, and appointment cancellations are accepted via telephone call to the office at 732-416-4236.
Dr. Cavan Brunsden DMD, Pediatric Dentist was formerly an elementary school teacher and assistant principal. He completed his dental degree at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine where he graduated as a member of OKU, the national dental honor society. After a two-year pediatric dental residency at Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center in New York, Dr. Cavan Brunsden joined our community as a pediatric dentist in 1981.
Reviews (29)
Donka Evtimiu
Jun 07, 2022
Cj Ven
May 06, 2022
Jaclyn Newman
Apr 23, 2022
As a dental hygienist myself the office is a " well oiled practice" our hygienist today Amanda was absolutely fantastic with both of my boys. I expressed my concerns from our previous experience elsewhere and all my expectations were met beyond. Thank you for a great dental visit for both my boys! The dentists that we saw were also knowledgeable, patient and thorough. From Kerry the insurance coordination, to Ellen at the front desk i am so pleased!
Samantha Pennacchia
Apr 19, 2022
If I could give this practice 0 stars I would! This is office is very procedure happy! Parents beware! I was warned by coworkers and friends who were patients in the past. They know parents will do anything for their children. If they tell you your child needs a certain procedure get a 2nd or 3rd opinion! They got my husband and I twice and almost a 3rd time for unnecessary procedures and will claim it as being "necessary" or "preventive".
Clearly they only care about money and do not have your childrens best interest. And if you have a "low paying" insurance like we supposedly have the billing manager is going to call you out about it. Will note that the front office is super nice and accommodating.
Clearly they only care about money and do not have your childrens best interest. And if you have a "low paying" insurance like we supposedly have the billing manager is going to call you out about it. Will note that the front office is super nice and accommodating.
Melanie M.
Apr 10, 2022
Dana Marotta
Apr 07, 2022
Mary Mcgann
Nov 20, 2021
I found our experience with Kidzdent to be outstanding! They treated our 7 year old daughter with such care and made sure she as well as us as her parents were comfortable with everything she was having done! They are very loving thoughtful people although they are very pricey because they didn't take our insurance but I would recommend them to anyone who has a nervous child
Flx H.
Oct 21, 2021
The staff are friendly and professional with lots of patience. My 9yr old is a very nervous child and she needed to get some extractions. The dentist and staff was very patient with her and made her feel comfortable. They even had patience with me. I had issues with my insurance and Carrissa took her time and help me resolve it with my carrier. Great team and an awesome place!
Lashonda Jackson
Oct 19, 2021
My 2 daughters have been going to Kidzdent since they were small. They are the best of the best! My oldest is 11 and she just got braces last week. The dentist and the assistant was so gentle and calm. They talked her through everything and she didn't move not even an inch. I was so proud of her but even more thankful for how great they were with her. The braces look great and she said it didn't hurt at all. I was so surprised but happy knowing she was in good hands. I highly recommend Kidzdent. They are awesome!
Francesca DellaFave-Saliski
Oct 01, 2021
Leah D.
Sep 30, 2021
I really never write reviews but I am still shaking from my experience-- When children are in distress during a cleaning- especially when it is a JUST turned two year old -- who is there for his FIRST cleaning--please don't hold them down and force them to comply!-- especially after the mother who is holding her child tells you not once-- not twice-- but finally had to YELL STOP! the Third time because the hygienist wouldn't listen!
I am a hygienist! A child's first experience at the dentist stays with them! A first cleaning for a 2 year old is mainly to get them accommodated and comfortable at the dentist. You count teeth and show them the instruments and if they are too nervous to do a cleaning or finish one-- we try again next time- I'll be going somewhere else the next time.
I am a hygienist! A child's first experience at the dentist stays with them! A first cleaning for a 2 year old is mainly to get them accommodated and comfortable at the dentist. You count teeth and show them the instruments and if they are too nervous to do a cleaning or finish one-- we try again next time- I'll be going somewhere else the next time.
SuperSheepMan
Sep 14, 2021
We find the staff to be rude. The last visit the dentist read that my daughter had cerebral palsey and looked her up and down and said she doesn't look like she has it, then told us that my other daughter has cavities because we use tooth past with out fluoride which is not true, he pulled us a side and told us not to make appointments for both are children at the same time because they negatively influence each other and where on bad behavior, and finally he told on of my daughters that the dentist is not a playground it's a doctors office.
The daughter with a few cavities needs fillings and we asked for the tooth colored ones instead of the silver and the dentist said he would only do silver. They also had it on record that my kids are difficult.
The daughter with a few cavities needs fillings and we asked for the tooth colored ones instead of the silver and the dentist said he would only do silver. They also had it on record that my kids are difficult.
Alyssa Cianci
Aug 20, 2021
I'd give them 10 stars if i could. My son has been a patient at Kidzdent since he's a baby due to an unfortunate fall - he is now 17 years old. His special needs posed a challenge for many years and Dr. Brundsen handled Mikey with a kindness unlike any other. Through the years new dentists and techs have worked on Mikey and he has overcome his fear and walks in there every six months with his head held high knowing he will be treated like the VIP that he is and will not feel pain. His hygienist did a fabulous job and my son really liked her and the new dentist. I'm sorry i forgot names. Thank you Kidzdent for a most fabulous experience!
Prerna Lele
Jun 12, 2021
Tawanda Barber
May 16, 2021
My daughter started going to Kidzdent in February 2021. I am so impressed with the service and the staff. I have had nothing but great interactions and first class service. I wouldn't go anywhere else. My daughter was diagnosed with lip tie and tongue tie. They corrected it and she's been doing phenomenal since. I'm glad it was recognized early so she will live a fully productive life verbally and also trying (and eating) more foods which she wasn't doing prior. I am a forever customer!
Nicole Jendryka
May 15, 2021
It was my son's first time ever going to the dentist and I have to say, I am very impressed with the staff here. Amanda did his teeth cleaning and she was so patient and gentle despite how scared my son was. She didn't once seem annoyed by him and continuously reassured us and comforted my son. She played with the transformers he brought in and even knew their names! I am so very impressed by the entire staff there. I wish I had a dentist like this place! 10/10 recommend
Dylan H.
Dec 11, 2020
Erica B.
Jul 08, 2020
I am horrified by what I am about to write. I brought my 6 yr old son here. The dentist advised he had 3 cavities. which I was surprised to hear being she hardly was able to do a good cleaning. My son was scared, not crying or anything of that nature. Just normal anxiety most of us have when going to a new dentist. She didn't not even attempt to do X-rays and suggested we sedate him and deal with the three cavities she said he has. Okay. so I asked about the sedation process.
She then explains that he will be "darted " and the child will not even know." Whattttt at that point I'm thinking okay where am I. Darted? Like an animal.? Very unprofessional and my son is right there while she is saying all this. I'm then asked to go to the mangers office to discuss monetary amount for treatment plan. So anesthesia which is what the dr suggested is not covered $1, 275 plus another $1,100 for 3 cavities and xrays sealants I went home that day in complete shock.
I called my girlfriend who's husband is a local orthodontics. He was not surprised when I said kidzdent and asked why I would bring my son there. Well, I took my son for a second opinion obviously. He had a cleaning, X-rays done no problem! AND NO CAVITIES! SHAME ON YOU KIDZDENT! Wrong diagnosis and putting my son at risk recommending anesthesia for something he didn't need. I will be reporting this ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTED! DO NOT GO HERE
She then explains that he will be "darted " and the child will not even know." Whattttt at that point I'm thinking okay where am I. Darted? Like an animal.? Very unprofessional and my son is right there while she is saying all this. I'm then asked to go to the mangers office to discuss monetary amount for treatment plan. So anesthesia which is what the dr suggested is not covered $1, 275 plus another $1,100 for 3 cavities and xrays sealants I went home that day in complete shock.
I called my girlfriend who's husband is a local orthodontics. He was not surprised when I said kidzdent and asked why I would bring my son there. Well, I took my son for a second opinion obviously. He had a cleaning, X-rays done no problem! AND NO CAVITIES! SHAME ON YOU KIDZDENT! Wrong diagnosis and putting my son at risk recommending anesthesia for something he didn't need. I will be reporting this ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTED! DO NOT GO HERE
Xiomara Y.
Sep 12, 2019
Not impressed with this place at all! I brought my 3 boys for initial appointments a few months ago and the itemized bill was crazy. I wasn't given any options but was billed for extra services provided without my permission. Why do they administer nitrous oxide without permission, especially for a simple procedure? I specifically told them NOT to give my son the laughing gas and they did anyway and of course billed me.
This place is so money hungry, it's insane. Oh yeah and I was told that my son with special needs would need a frunectomy that is simply cosmetic (definitely not necessary) and of course I would be responsible for the bill. Yeah, ok. not necessary. I'm running back to their wonderful dentist in Staten Island where we used to go to.
This place is so money hungry, it's insane. Oh yeah and I was told that my son with special needs would need a frunectomy that is simply cosmetic (definitely not necessary) and of course I would be responsible for the bill. Yeah, ok. not necessary. I'm running back to their wonderful dentist in Staten Island where we used to go to.
Sandra J.
Jul 02, 2019
Colleen B.
Jun 27, 2019
Two times out of two times my son got a really bad bacterial infection after his cleaning here. He has gone to a previous dentist since he was 2 without any issue or ever getting a bacterial infection before. His previous dentist moved to another state which is why we went to this office. The office manager is extremely unprofessional. In my opinion I am not sure how she still has a job there still to be honest.
The office handled the situation extremely badly. In one breath the office manager said it's probably caused from the flouride treatment they used. The next breath she claimed it did not happen in their office. Contracting. My sons face was extremely swollen after his cleaning. Not going back!
The office handled the situation extremely badly. In one breath the office manager said it's probably caused from the flouride treatment they used. The next breath she claimed it did not happen in their office. Contracting. My sons face was extremely swollen after his cleaning. Not going back!
Melissa P.
Nov 02, 2018
I'm super excited to be working with the amazing orthodontists and staff over at KidZdent! I reached out to them several months ago as an adult patient who, like many, went through a ton of orthodontic work as a child/teen and then didn't wear retainers for long enough to keep my teeth from moving. Fast forward to today, I'm 28 years old and my teeth have shifted considerably! (Grrrr, such a pain) I really wanted to correct my smile but my orthodontist retired and I wasn't sure where to go.
I was referred to this practice through a good friend of mine who has BEAUTIFUL perfect straight teeth and she swore that Dr. Villa would take good care of me. She was absolutely right! From the moment I visited the office, I was impressed. It's clean, well-organized and very professional. My orthodontic treatment coordinator, Carolanne Davison, could not be more helpful throughout this entire process.
I originally intended on pursuing treatment a few months ago, but a shift in jobs forced me to pause my dental endeavors for a bit. When I reached out to Carolanne again, I was a bit nervous since some time had passed and I figured she would write me off as not serious, but I was soooo pleasantly surprised. She remembered exactly who I was and what I wanted and was extremely welcoming.
She re-sent me all of the treatment information (Active/Spring retainers for less than a year to fix my shifting) and went over the timeline and pricing. She has made the process seamless and it's barely just begun. I haven't started treatment yet so I will be sure to update my review once I do, but I highly encourage anyone interested in orthodontic services, especially later in life, to consider going to KidZdent. And don't let the name fool you, they help adults too;-)
I was referred to this practice through a good friend of mine who has BEAUTIFUL perfect straight teeth and she swore that Dr. Villa would take good care of me. She was absolutely right! From the moment I visited the office, I was impressed. It's clean, well-organized and very professional. My orthodontic treatment coordinator, Carolanne Davison, could not be more helpful throughout this entire process.
I originally intended on pursuing treatment a few months ago, but a shift in jobs forced me to pause my dental endeavors for a bit. When I reached out to Carolanne again, I was a bit nervous since some time had passed and I figured she would write me off as not serious, but I was soooo pleasantly surprised. She remembered exactly who I was and what I wanted and was extremely welcoming.
She re-sent me all of the treatment information (Active/Spring retainers for less than a year to fix my shifting) and went over the timeline and pricing. She has made the process seamless and it's barely just begun. I haven't started treatment yet so I will be sure to update my review once I do, but I highly encourage anyone interested in orthodontic services, especially later in life, to consider going to KidZdent. And don't let the name fool you, they help adults too;-)
Lixie G.
Aug 15, 2018
KidZdent has always exceeded my expectations for my children. My 4 y/o daughter has so much fun there she says she has a toothache just so I can take her to the dentist. My 2 y/o son is not as outgoing as my daughter. He went for his first checkup and although he cried the whole time due to his fear of strangers, he managed to calm down quickly at one of the toy stations and smiled at the nurse after.
They talked me through the entire procedure and gave lots of advice for my son. I've had traumatic experiences at the dentist as a child and I don't want my children going through the same. KidZdent allows for a pleasant experience for both mommy and child.
They talked me through the entire procedure and gave lots of advice for my son. I've had traumatic experiences at the dentist as a child and I don't want my children going through the same. KidZdent allows for a pleasant experience for both mommy and child.
Lisa K.
Feb 21, 2018
What an incredible practice I only wish I found them sooner. Everyone was super nice and accommodating. We had Amanda as our dental hygienist who was incredibly patient with my son. She made it a pleasant experience for both of us. Dr. Hillary was great. They make the process so easy. This was the best, easiest and most thorough dental appointment we've ever had. We've already booked our next appointment. Thank you to everyone at Kidzdent!
Juliana V.
Sep 15, 2017
Simply the best pediatric dentist I have ever know. Dr. Brunsden and his team are excellent. My daughter has been going there for 2 years now. The whole office is extremely friendly, warm and very polite. The office is equipped with lots of games, iPads to make children feel at ease and happy. The care they provide children especially the ones with special needs is beyond amazing!
My daughter is known to be very nervous and anxious with procedures and I have been amazed how wonderful she did with all of them just because Dr. Brunsden takes the time to explain everything and makes her feel so comfortable the whole time. She had her molars sealed, a frenulectomy and finally yesterday she had her partial braces. AMAZING! My daughter is beyond happy with her braces and she loves Dr. Brunsden. We are so thankful for KidZdent!
My daughter is known to be very nervous and anxious with procedures and I have been amazed how wonderful she did with all of them just because Dr. Brunsden takes the time to explain everything and makes her feel so comfortable the whole time. She had her molars sealed, a frenulectomy and finally yesterday she had her partial braces. AMAZING! My daughter is beyond happy with her braces and she loves Dr. Brunsden. We are so thankful for KidZdent!
Shannon T.
Oct 28, 2015
Melanie M.
Jun 25, 2015
We have been going to Kidzdent since our son was a year old. Each visit has been a great experience! Our son is 3 now and Irene, one of the hygienists, does a great job introducing every tool to his little hand before putting it in his mouth. He is starting to build trust and get as comfortable at the dentist office as he is at the pediatrician. If you are concerned that your child has too much anxiety to sit through a cleaning/checkup, KidZdent is the place for you. Dr. Lau was so kind to our son and communicates very well about your child's dental needs. I highly recommend Kidzdent for your child's dental health appointments.
Tyler S.
Jun 05, 2015
Clara S.
May 30, 2015
We have been clients of Kidzdent for the last two years and our experiences with the staff and doctors have been really nice. But recently my child had a cleaning. Now my child is fearful of the dentist, but reluctantly went knowing they wanted to have a cleaner brighter smile. Kidzdent uses a report card system now where your child is rated at how well they brush their teeth and overall cleaning.
My child was humiliated by this system when receiving a failing grade on their report card and it was said publicly for all to hear. This is not a way to get kids to want to come to the dentist if they are judged so harshly. I'm going to really think strongly about having my child return for the same treatment if this report card system still exists.
Interesting that when she saw the dentist a few minutes later he said she had no cavities and gave her a great review on her teeth. Please go back to no report cards for the children so they don't feel bad about their teeth. Kids need encouragement not judgement.
My child was humiliated by this system when receiving a failing grade on their report card and it was said publicly for all to hear. This is not a way to get kids to want to come to the dentist if they are judged so harshly. I'm going to really think strongly about having my child return for the same treatment if this report card system still exists.
Interesting that when she saw the dentist a few minutes later he said she had no cavities and gave her a great review on her teeth. Please go back to no report cards for the children so they don't feel bad about their teeth. Kids need encouragement not judgement.