Dr Aparna Menon, DMD

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Here’s something most people don’t realize: your mouth reveals way more than just the health of your teeth and gums. It’...
01/28/2026

Here’s something most people don’t realize: your mouth reveals way more than just the health of your teeth and gums. It’s actually a window into what’s happening in the rest of your body.

During a routine dental exam, dentists aren’t just checking for cavities. They’re looking at your gums, your tongue, your jaw, the patterns of wear on your teeth, and even the color of your oral tissues. All of these things provide clues about your overall health.

Your oral health and your overall health are deeply connected. Inflammation in your mouth can affect your heart. Bone loss in your jaw can indicate osteoporosis. Chronic dry mouth might point to medication side effects or underlying conditions. Grinding patterns can signal sleep apnea.

This is why regular dental visits aren’t just about preventing cavities. They’re about catching things early, connecting the dots, and keeping your whole body healthy. Your mouth is part of a bigger picture 💙

When’s the last time you had a comprehensive dental exam? Let me know! 👇

Happy birthday to a great teacher and mentor!!!! Thank you for elevating my dentistry and purpose !
09/24/2025

Happy birthday to a great teacher and mentor!!!! Thank you for elevating my dentistry and purpose !

These cases bring me so much joy😁.Patient wanted the space between the front 2 teeth closed. No injections 💉no drilling...
12/02/2021

These cases bring me so much joy😁.Patient wanted the space between the front 2 teeth closed. No injections 💉no drilling. Perfectly matched color to her natural teeth.

11/08/2021

TMJ Awareness

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects your mandible (lower jaw) to your skull. The joint can be found on both sides of your head in front of your ears. It allows your jaw to open and close, enabling you to speak, eat and be you 😀

Research has shown over 10 million Americans suffer from TMJD( temporomandibular joint dysfunction/ disorder). TMJD is more common among women .

TMJ disorders can also cause a clicking or popping sensation when you open your mouth or chew. But if there's no pain or limitation of movement associated with your jaw clicking, you probably don't need treatment.

Common symptoms include:

-Pain or tenderness in your face, jaw joint area, neck and shoulders, and in or around the ear when you chew, speak, or open your mouth wide
-Problems when you try to open your mouth wide
-Jaws that get "stuck" or "lock" in the open or closed - mouth position
- Pain while chewing or feelings that your teeth are not coming together or meeting evenly.
- unexplained headaches or migraines that does not go away in spite of treatment at your medical doctor

If you experience any of these , have your TMJ evaluated at your dentist!

Happy Diwali from our family to yours!!!! May this Diwalj bestow upon you all the happiness and prosperity
11/05/2021

Happy Diwali from our family to yours!!!! May this Diwalj bestow upon you all the happiness and prosperity

I’m so excited for this case ! . . ...
10/20/2021

I’m so excited for this case ! . . . Patient came in wanting to be able to smile more confidently . She was not touching her back teeth on the right side and grinding down her front and teeth on the left side. After listening and understanding what she wanted out of dental care from us, we were able to restore her bite and get her smiling confidently. . . . Humbled to be able to do my craft and spread smiles as I do it ! 😊 #

Finally got this mama smiling again. This patient came to me saying that she doesn’...
10/16/2021

Finally got this mama smiling again. This patient came to me saying that she doesn’t like to smile. She refused to be photographed. ( I did manage to get a pre-op picture- not a good one !) Started with caries control , numerous root canals, gum treatment. We broke down the treatment plan in stages . The case took over a year from start to finish. Now we are finally done and she did smile for me and let me photograph her !!!!!
😊

Another fun case! Lesion on #5 was noted on routine hygiene exam 3 years ago. Extraction was recommended. Patient de...
09/23/2021

Another fun case! Lesion on #5 was noted on routine hygiene exam 3 years ago. Extraction was recommended. Patient delayed treatment as he was not symptomatic. He came in today as he is in pain now. Extraction revealed a big buccal defect. Complete loss of the buccal plate. Cleaned out the extraction site and grafted the area. Pt got an interim partial. Now we wait 3-4 months to take a CT scan and see his restorative options .

Endodontic therapy done for #14, #15.
09/23/2021

Endodontic therapy done for #14, #15.

Dental marketing in 1913 .
09/18/2021

Dental marketing in 1913 .

New Jersey Top Dentist 2021 🔹My first year as the top Dentist in NJ Monthly magazine. 🔹It’s...
08/05/2021

New Jersey Top Dentist 2021 🔹My first year as the top Dentist in NJ Monthly magazine. 🔹It’s Dr Friedman’s 13th year being honored. . 🔹I want to thank all my peers who nominated me. 🔹 It’s an honor to be recognized as one of the top in the field 🔹I strive each day to keep learning and growing both personally and professionally 🔹Investing time in Continuing Education is so important. CE’s keeps us trained and ready to provide the best quality care for the patients who trust us . 🔹Finding time is challenging with a full time job, weekend military missions, husband and child. 🔹The love I have for the profession of dentistry is what keeps me going. 🔹More than 50% of graduating class in 2020 are women. 🔹Now is the time with the most female voices and leaders in this great profession.

Beautiful results for a beautiful patient. Replaced old failing veneers. ...
07/29/2021

Beautiful results for a beautiful patient. Replaced old failing veneers. . . 🔹Shade corrected. 🔹Gum contouring done. 🔹Shortened the length of the central incisors to match her smile line. 🔷Veneers are a very thin layer of porcelain that is bonded to the front of your existing tooth. 🔹Common conditions we use veneer for are 🔹Discoloured teeth 🔹chipped teeth. 🔹decay. 🔹mild crowding or spacing . ➡️For consults call 732-741-6444 to see what your options for smile makeover

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Lincroft, NJ
07738

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Monday 8am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30am
Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

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