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Dr. Theodore Chang, DDS, FAGD, AFAAID, DABOI

Bio

"Dr. Chang values conservative and ethical treatment planning and focuses on quality work that will last as long as possible."

Dr. Chang is passionate about helping his patients restore confidence with dentistry. He enjoys improving smiles through the use of implants, veneers, crowns, bonding, Invisalign and more. Dr. Chang has taken thousands of hours of, and continues to take Continuing Education focusing on full mouth reconstruction, cosmetic dentistry, and implantology. Dr. Chang values conservative and ethical treatment planning and focuses on quality work that will last as long as possible.

Dr. Chang's Credentials are:

• Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology
• Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
• Dawson Scholar - completed the Dawson curriculum for TMJ and Occlusion
• Attending at Englewood Hospital General Practice Residency

Fun Facts

Favorite iPhone app?
Dr. Chang is a voracious listener of Audible books and Podcast shows on the iPhone during his commutes, workout sessions, and especially when folding laundry. Dr. Chang can also be found working on his Spotify playlist to keep things interesting at Blooming Dental & Implant Center. Find the playlist by searching "Blooming Dental & Implant Center" on Spotify!

Favorite Sports Team?
As an NYU college and dental school graduate, Dr. Chang remains impartial during football and baseball seasons. However, being born in Salt Lake City, Dr. Chang is still a loyal fan of the Utah Jazz, and as a South Korean, the South Korean national soccer team!

Education & Background

Dr. Chang received his BA in biology from NYU and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from NYU College of Dentistry. He also received advanced training in Cosmetic Dentistry with Dr. Calamia and Digital Smile Design with Dr. Coachman. Dr. Chang completed additional training at Bronx-Lebanon General Practice Residency and is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.

IV Sedation Dentistry

Dr. Chang received his Sedation training at St. Joseph's and is a licensed provider of Moderate IV Sedation in New Jersey. Dr. Chang provides IV sedations for surgical procedures such as Wisdom Teeth Removal, All-On-4 Implants, as well as for any other general dental procedures for patients with dental anxiety. Dr. Chang is an active member of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology.

Implant Dentistry

Dr. Chang has traveled the world to learn the most advanced techniques in Implant Dentistry and continues to do so every year. Dr. Chang provides Immediate Implants, Bone Grafts, Sinus Grafts, Tissue Grafts, All-On-4 Implants, Pterygoid and Zygoma Implants. Dr. Chang is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology and an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Invisalign, Digital Smile Design, and Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Chang incorporates his experience in Invisalign, Digital Smile Design, and Cosmetic Dentistry with every case to give patients the beautiful smile they deserve. Dr. Chang is a certified provider of Invisalign and a Gold Invisalign Provider and a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Chang and his wife Dr. Kim have been privileged to serve underserved communities of Nicaragua and Mexico on multiple dental mission trips since their dental school days. Dr. Chang shares his knowledge and passion for dentistry by teaching residents at Englewood Health's Dental Residency Program. When away from the office, Dr. Chang enjoys spending time with his wife and his son, and taking part in hobbies including photography, playing guitar, tennis, and cycling.

Dr. Yoojin Kim, DDS

Bio

Dr. Kim is passionate about helping her patients by providing the highest quality of care. She enjoys improving smiles through the use of implants, veneers, crowns, bonding, Invisalign, Facial Injections and Fillers. She regularly takes part in continuing education courses in order to ensure her patients receive the most advanced dental care available. Dr. Kim values conservative and ethical treatment planning and focuses on quality work that will last as long as possible.

Fun Facts

What Places Have you Lived In?
Dr. Kim grew up in South Korea and spent a few years in Japan where she learned to speak both Korean and Japanese fluently. She then moved with her family to San Francisco to study biochemistry at UC Berkley and moved to New York City to study Dentistry at NYU.

Favorite Food?
Having spent her formative years in Tokyo, Dr. Kim enjoys good authentic Japanese food including sushi, soba, ramen, and tonkatsu at restaurants in New Jersey as well as in Manhattan on the weekends!

Education & Background

Dr. Kim grew up in South Korea and Japan where she learned to speak both Korean and Japanese fluently. She then moved with her family to San Francisco, and she received her BA in biochemistry from UC Berkley and moved to the East Coast for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from NYU College of Dentistry.

Facial Esthetics With Facial Injections and Fillers

Dr. Kim is a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and is a certified provider of Facial Injections and Fillers. Dr. Kim enjoys reducing pain and improving confidence for her patients with Facial Injections and Facial Fillers.

Dr. Kim and her husband Dr. Chang have been privileged to serve underserved communities of Nicaragua and Mexico on multiple dental mission trips since their dental school days. When away from the office, Dr. Kim enjoys spending time with Dr. Chang and their son Eliot, and taking part in hobbies including cross-stitch, keeping up on Korean, Japanese and American Netflix shows.

Dr. Shaina Shah, DMD

Bio

Dr. Shah is passionate about helping her patients by providing the highest quality care. She enjoys improving smiles through the use of implants, veneers, crowns, bonding, Invisalign, and more. She regularly takes part in continuing education courses in order to ensure her patients receive the most advanced dental care available. Dr. Shah values conservative and ethical treatment planning and focuses on quality work that will last as long as possible.

Fun Facts

Favorite Places to Travel?
Dr. Shah loves traveling and has visited 13 different countries. Her favorite was the South of France, specifically Saint-Tropez, for its scenic views and delicious food. Dr. Shah enjoys learning about the unique traditions and cuisines of the places she visits. Next on her bucket list is visiting Greece!

Favorite Movie?
Dr. Shah is born and raised in New Jersey so it’s no surprise her favorite movie, Oscar-winning, A Beautiful Mind, was filmed in various locations throughout New Jersey.

Education & Background

Dr. Shah grew up in Livingston, New Jersey. She received her Masters in Biomedical Science from Rutgers University and her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University. Dr. Shah completed additional training at Englewood Hospital General Practice Residency.

Sleep Apnea and Oral Appliance Therapy

Dr. Shah is passionate about providing Oral Appliance Therapy to improve the sleep and health of her patients with airway issues such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome. Dr. Shah uses non-invasive Oral Appliance Therapy to open the patient's airway while sleeping to reduce the risks of High Blood Pressure, Heart Attacks, and Strokes. Dr. Shah is an active member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.