Save the Date: Smiles for Our Heroes Returns June 15

When Navy Vietnam War Veteran Albert Grazevich received free dentures at Zufall Health, he regained the confidence to smile freely around his friends. Grazevich had lost several teeth—the restoration of which would have cost him thousands of dollars out of pocket. Similarly, Army Veteran John Boardman was overjoyed when his chipped tooth was expertly bonded by Dr. Antonella Maietta without any financial burden. “He was so excited to show everyone his...

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Zufall Health’s Community Dental Health Coordinator Training Program Facilitates Access to Dental Care in New Jersey and Beyond

Zufall Health is committed to providing access to high-quality, affordable, and culturally responsive health care, including dental care. Our Community Dental Health Coordinator (CDHC) program is one of our many innovative approaches for helping people access dental services, and the accomplishments of inaugural graduate Sherry Laliberte, RDH, in particular, help to illuminate its far-reaching impact. Above: Zufall Health dentist Antonella Maietta, DMD, conducts an oral health screening of a young child's...

Contract with Morris County Expands Dental Care Access for Seniors at Zufall Health

A new contract between Zufall Health and the Morris County Department of Human Services is expanding access to dental care for local seniors.  The County recently awarded our health center $169,000 to provide comprehensive, no-cost oral health services to Morris County residents ages 60 and above who do not have dental insurance. The free services began in May and will continue as long as funds are available.   Jade Duncan, DDS, M.Ed., director...

Zufall Health Welcomes Jade Duncan, D.D.S., M.Ed., as New Dental Director

Jade P. Duncan, D.D.S., M.Ed., has been named Zufall Health’s new director of dental services. Duncan, who began her new role Monday, February 13, will lead a department that offers integrated oral health care to the nearly 45,000 patients served by our health center. A native of Trinidad and Tobago, Duncan is an experienced community health center dental leader with a passion for educating and motivating teams. Her background blends clinical...

Three Continuing Dental Education Courses to Kick Off Our Clinical Excellence Series

Zufall Health and Dental Dental are delighted to invite you to kick off our Clinical Excellence series this winter to help you elevate your practice this year. Each session is free and eligible for CDE credit. Learn more about each program and register on Zoom below. For any questions, contact Zufall Health's Chief Dental Officer, Sam Wakim, DMD, MPH, at 973-328-9100, ext 1316. 2022 Innovations in Preventative Dentistry Wednesday, February 2 | 6:00...

Rep. Sherrill (second from left) stands with key VETSmile leadership: Zufall Health chief dental officer Sam Wakim, DMD, MPH; VA CCPI executive director Roshni Ghosh, M.D., MPH, and Zufall Health president and chief executive officer Eva Turbiner.

Rep. Mikie Sherrill Welcomes Zufall Health and VA’s “VETSmile” Program to New Jersey to Expand Dental Care for Veterans

On Friday, October 29, 2021, just in time for Veteran’s Day, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) introduced VETSmile, a new resource for military veterans who do not qualify for dental benefits. Beginning as a five-year pilot program, VETSmile was formed through Zufall Health’s partnership with the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) and will operate as a referral network for income-qualifying veterans to receive affordable dental care from Zufall.   A small group — including...

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Video: 2019 Smiles for Our Heroes

The third annual “Smiles for Our Heroes” veterans dental event took place on November 2-3, 2019 at Zufall Health in Dover, NJ. A partnership between Zufall Health, Delta Dental of New Jersey, Delta Dental of New Jersey Foundation and the New Jersey Dental Association, the two-day event accommodated 220 service appointments. Low-income veterans and their families received free cleanings and x-rays, extractions, fillings, and even dentures. Watch the video.

Zufall President and CEO Eva Turbiner standing with Dr. Antonella Maietta who is holding the Kathleen Nordman Dental Quality Award

The Kathleen Nordman Dental Quality Award’s First Recipient is Dr. Antonella Maietta

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Antonella Maietta is the first recipient of Zufall Health’s Kathleen Nordman Dental Quality Award. This award is given to a Zufall dental provider in recognition of exemplary quality of care and patient engagement. “I experienced that family feel from my earliest days at Zufall", said Dr. Maietta. "The camaraderie I have with my coworkers is comforting and fortifying. I appreciate how hardworking, empathetic,...

Flyer for Smiles for Our Heroes veterans dental event to be held on November 2 and 3.

Save the Date! “Smiles For Our Heroes” Veterans Dental Event to be Held Nov. 2 and 3rd

Save the date for "Smiles for Our Heroes", a special two-day weekend event on November 2nd and 3rd hosted by Zufall, Delta Dental of New Jersey and the New Jersey Dental Association to provide free dental services to veterans in appreciation of their service. Volunteers Needed! Download the flyer here: https://bit.ly/2PWl2z9...