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Richard N. Benjamin, D.D.S.
Christy M. Benjamin, D.M.D.

907 Lincoln Ave. Prospect Park, PA 19076(610) 583-5052
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  • 'Tooth in One Day' Procedures Require Special Attention for Success
  • (Don't) Break It Like Beckham
  • 2.6 Million Fans 'Like' Justin Bieber's Chipped Tooth
  • 3 Questions You Should Ask Before Undergoing Adult Orthodontics
  • 3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist
  • 3 Things Your Dentist Recommends You do if You Have Shingles
  • 3 Ways to Reduce the Bacteria in Your Mouth that Cause Tooth Decay
  • 4 Dental Health Areas That Deserve Attention Before Getting Back to School
  • 4 Guidelines to Help Make Sure Your Child's Oral Health Stays on Track
  • 4 Reasons you may want Your Dentist to Whiten Your Teeth
  • 4 Serious Health Conditions That Gum Disease Might Make Worse
  • 4 Signs Your Child May Have a Poor Bite
  • 4 Things to Do to Keep Your Child's Dental Development on Track
  • 4 Things You Can Do To Protect Oral Health During Cancer Treatment
  • 4 Things You Can Do To Reduce Chronic Dry Mouth
  • 4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Tooth Enamel
  • 4 Tips to Prevent Childhood Tooth Decay
  • A Bonded Retainer Could be a Preferred Choice over a Removable One
  • A Loose Tooth is a Sign of Deeper Dental Trouble
  • A Retainer Helps You Keep Your New Smile After Braces
  • A Retainer Helps you Keep Your New Smile after the Braces Come Off
  • A Royal Fix
  • A Toothless Tiger?
  • Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
  • Actor David Ramsey Says: Don't Forget to Floss!
  • Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
  • Advanced Equipment and Safe Practices Ensure X-Ray Safety for Children
  • Although Rare, This Condition Could Destroy a Tooth
  • An Oral Irrigator Could Make Flossing Easier for You
  • Anchorage Devices Provide More Accuracy, Less Treatment Time for Braces
  • Antibiotic Resistance Requires Action - and a Change of Attitude
  • Any Time, Any Place: Cam Newton's Guide to Flossing
  • Are You at Risk for Tooth Decay? Answer These Questions To Find Out
  • As Antetokounmpo Knows, Even an NBA Star Can Be Sidelined by a Toothache
  • Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
  • Be Sure to have These 3 Essentials Covered Beforehand for Veneer Success
  • Be Sure Your Child has Access to Dental-Friendly Snacks at School
  • Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
  • Bone Loss at the Roots can Put Your Tooth in Danger of Loss
  • Boost Your Dental Health With Soon-To-Expire FSA Funds
  • Catch Root Resorption Early for Best Chances of Saving Your Tooth
  • Charlize Theron Back in Action After Dental Surgery
  • Clear Aligners Reduce Risk for Developing Gum Disease Better than Braces
  • Conscious Sedation can Help Ease Your Child's Dental Visit Anxiety
  • Correct a Cross-Bite by Widening the Upper Jaw with an Expander
  • Cosmetic Questions to Ask to Get You on the Right Path to a Better Smile
  • Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
  • Dakota Johnson and Her Missing Tooth Gap Sparks Online Debate
  • Dealing with the Reality of Increased Disease Risk with Braces
  • Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
  • Dental Magic Transforms Smiles
  • Despite Some Online Sources, Root Canals Don't Cause Disease
  • Direct Veneers Offer a Quick and Affordable Alternative to Traditional Veneers
  • DIY Orthodontics is a Recipe for Dental Disaster
  • Do This for Your Dental Health Before, During and After Cancer Treatment
  • Don't let Gum Disease - the 'Other Dental Disease' - Rob you of Your Smile
  • Don't Panic Over Your Child's Teeth Grinding but Do Keep an Eye on It
  • Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
  • Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
  • Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
  • Early Action Needed to Save Your Tooth from Root Resorption
  • Eat the Right Kind of Carbs to Protect Yourself from Gum Disease
  • Eating the Right Carbs Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
  • Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
  • Endodontic Treatment Could Save a Tooth in Crisis
  • Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
  • Evidence Mounting That Vaping is Hazardous to Your Oral Health
  • Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
  • Find Out How These Famous Celebrities Protect Their Smiles From Teeth Grinding
  • Fluoridated Drinking Water Helps Curb Tooth Decay Safely
  • Follow These Holiday Toy Tips for Your Kids to Avoid Dental Injuries
  • Game, Set, Match: Milos Raonic Says A Mouthguard Helps Him Win
  • Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection
  • Good Oral Hygiene Just as Important for Implants as for Natural Teeth
  • Have Your Loose Tooth Examined as Soon as Possible
  • How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
  • How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
  • How to Avoid 'White Spot' Decay While Wearing Braces
  • How to Care for Your Child's Valuable Primary Teeth
  • How to Lessen the Effects of Chronic Dry Mouth
  • How to Treat the Problem of Teeth that Never Developed
  • If a Root Canal Won't Work, This Procedure Might Save Your Tooth
  • Implant-based Overdentures may be a Better Long-Term Fit Option
  • In Today's NFL, Oral Hygiene Takes Center Stage
  • Include Limitations on Sugar in Your Tooth Decay Prevention Strategy
  • Include These Important Nutrients on Your Dinner Plate for Stronger, Healthier Teeth
  • Instill These Habits in Your Child for a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
  • Is Laser Treatment a Good Option for Controlling Gum Disease?
  • It Takes Artistry and Skill to Achieve the Right Color Balance for Your Veneers
  • It's Best to Avoid This Online Trend for Your Enamel's Sake
  • J-Lo's Unlucky Break: Chipping a Tooth on Stage
  • Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
  • Janet Jackson: Even pop stars get insecure about their smiles!
  • Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
  • Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
  • Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
  • Keep a Watchful Eye on Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit
  • Keep Alert for this Extreme Form of Gingivitis
  • Keep an Eye on Your Family's Fluoride Intake
  • Keep Watch for Bite Problems with your Child's Teeth
  • Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
  • Life Is Sometimes a Grind for Brooke Shields
  • Lingual Braces Might be a Better Fit for Your Active Lifestyle
  • Lingual Braces Offer a Less Visible Alternative to Traditional Braces
  • Local Anesthesia Eliminates Pain Completely During Dental Work
  • Manage Your GERD Symptoms to Prevent Enamel Erosion
  • Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
  • Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
  • Moving Just a Few Teeth can have Big Results
  • Nancy O'Dell on Making Oral Hygiene Fun for Kids
  • New Front Teeth for a Teenaged David Duchovny
  • NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
  • No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
  • Not Jazzed About Wearing Braces? Consider Clear Aligners Instead
  • Orthodontics: More Than Straightening a Crooked Smile
  • Overcoming Gum Recession will Restore Dental Health and your Smile
  • Partial Dentures: an Affordable Alternative to More Expensive Restorations
  • Porcelain Veneers Could Change Your Smile and Your Life!
  • Practice Daily Hygiene to Avoid Gum Swelling While Wearing Braces
  • Practice Daily Oral Hygiene to Prevent Calcified Plaque Formation
  • Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
  • Primary Teeth are Critical to Future Dental Health and Worth Preserving
  • Regardless of What You've Seen Online, Don't Fear a Root Canal Treatment
  • Regular Screenings Could Help With Early Oral Cancer Detection
  • Removing Teeth Could Improve an Orthodontic Outcome
  • Root Canal Treatment Alleviates Pain and Saves Your Tooth
  • Sedation can Make Dental Treatment Easier for High Anxiety Patients
  • Simple Steps to Follow if Your Child has a Toothache
  • Singer Dua Lipa Sees the Wisdom in Postponing Tour Dates
  • Six Ways Saliva Helps Your Mouth and Body Stay Healthy
  • Sofia Vergara: 'Obsessed' With Oral Hygiene
  • Spice Up Your Teeth
  • Stop Gum Disease Before it Harms Your Health
  • Stop Plaque Buildup Around Your Implant-Supported Bridge With Flossing
  • Stop Wearing Your Dentures While You Sleep!
  • Stress and Nighttime Teeth Grinding
  • Supermodel Ashley Graham's Unpleasant Dental Encounter With a Frozen Cookie
  • Support Your Child's Dental Development with Preventive Care
  • Take Steps to Save an Incoming Tooth's Place to Avoid a Poor Bite
  • Teeth Grinding in Older Children and Adolescents a Cause for Concern
  • Teething Troubles Make Tennis Superstar Not-So-Serena
  • That Energy Drink You Take for a Boost Might Be Hurting Your Dental Health
  • The Kind of Tooth Pain You Have May Identify the True Problem
  • The Secret to Preventing Gum Disease - Control Bacterial Plaque
  • The Simple Bitewing X-Ray is a Game Changer for Maintaining Dental Health
  • These High-Tech Tools Help Your Veneers Look Attractive and Natural
  • This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
  • To Extract or not Extract? The Big Decision About Your Child's Wisdom Teeth
  • Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
  • Too Old to Straighten Your Smile? Not If You're Like These A-List Celebrities
  • Topical Fluoride is a Safe Way to Protect Your Child's Teeth from Decay
  • Treating a Child's Tooth Injury May Require Special Consideration
  • Treating Gum Disease Important to Saving the Underlying Bone
  • Try Conservative Measures to Treating TMD Before More Aggressive Options
  • Ultra-Thin Veneers Might Help You Avoid Enamel Removal
  • Uncovering Early Gum Disease Through Periodontal Probing
  • Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
  • We'll Help You Maintain Your Oral Health After Gum Disease
  • Weather the 'Storm' of Teething with These Comfort Tips
  • Welcome Blog
  • What You Should Know About Veneers for Teenagers
  • Whatever Your Vacation Plans This Year, Don't Forget Teeth and Gum Care
  • Why Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Couldn't Have Braces
  • Why Alfonso Ribeiro Is Grateful for Root Canal Treatment
  • Why Dental Care is Even More Important When You're Pregnant
  • Why the Bottled Variety Might not be Your Best Choice for Clean Drinking Water
  • Why You Should Still Floss with an Implant-Supported Bridge
  • Wisdom Teeth Bear Close Monitoring for Future Dental Health
  • Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
  • You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
  • You Don't Need to Pass a Football Like Patrick Mahomes to Remove a Loose Baby Tooth
  • You may need a Periodontist to Fully Treat Your Gum Disease
  • You May Need Orthodontics Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
  • You May Not Need a Narcotic to Manage Post-Dental Work Pain
  • Your Dentist Might Hold the Key to Solving Your Sleep Apnea Problem

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  • Cosmetic & General Dentistry
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    • Crowns & Bridgework
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    • Inlays & Onlays
    • Mouthguards for Adults
    • Mouthguards for Children
    • Nitrous Oxide
    • Porcelain Veneers
    • Removable Dentures
    • Smile Makeover
    • Snoring & Sleep Apnea
    • Teeth Whitening
    • TMD
    • Tooth-Colored Fillings
    • Tooth Contouring & Reshaping
    • Tooth Decay Prevention
    • Tooth Wear
  • Emergency Care
    • Gum Injuries
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Tooth Pain
    • Traumatic Dental Injuries
  • Endodontics
    • Combined Root Canal & Gum Problems
    • Cracked Teeth
    • Root Canal Retreatment
    • Root Canal Surgery (Apicoectomy)
    • Root Canal Treatment
    • Root Canal Treatment FAQs
    • Root Canal Treatment for Children
    • Tooth Sensitivity
    • Whitening Traumatized Teeth
  • Implant Dentistry
    • Bone Grafting
    • Dental Implants FAQs
    • Fixed Dentures
    • Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
    • Top Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
  • Oral Health
    • Aging & Dental Health
    • Antibiotic Premedicationfor Dental Treatments
    • Bad Breath
    • Blood Pressure Medications & Your Gums
    • Diabetes & Oral Health
    • Dry Mouth
    • Eating Disorders & Oral Health
    • Fluoride
    • Geographic Tongue
    • Missing Teeth
    • Nutrition & Oral Health
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oral Piercings
    • Osteoporosis & Oral Health
    • Pregnancy, Hormones & Oral Health
    • Preventive Dentistry
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Stress & Oral Habits
  • Oral Hygiene
    • How To Brush
    • How To Floss
    • Interdental Cleaning Devices
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Hygiene for Kids
    • Tips to Prevent Cavities
    • Toothpaste
  • Oral Surgery
    • Blood Thinners & Dental Procedures
    • Bone Grafting
    • Cleft Lip & Palate Repair
    • Corrective Jaw (Orthognathic) Surgery
    • Extractions
    • Facial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery
    • Headaches & Migraines
    • Oral Cancer Screening
    • Oral Diagnosis and Biopsies
    • Sedation Dentistry
    • Sinus Surgery
    • Wisdom Teeth
  • Orthodontics
    • Adolescent Orthodontic Care
    • Adult Orthodontic Treatment
    • Brushing & Flossing with Braces
    • Early Orthodontic Treatment
    • Invisalign for Adults
    • Invisalign for Teens
    • Post-Orthodontic Care
    • Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADS)
    • Thumb & Finger Appliances
    • Types of Braces
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Orthodontic FAQs
    • Orthodontic Headgear
    • Orthodontics & Dental Hygiene
    • Your First Orthodontic Appointment
  • Pediatric Dentistry
    • Age One Dental Visit
    • Fluoride & Your Child
    • Nitrous Oxide for Children
    • Pregnancy & Your Child's Developing Teeth
    • Sealants
    • Sleep Apnea & Behavior Problems in Children
    • Space Maintainers
    • Teething
    • Thumb Sucking
  • Periodontal Therapy
    • Cosmetic Gum Surgery
    • Gum Grafting
    • Loose Teeth & Bite Problems
    • Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
    • Oral Systemic Connection
    • Periodontal (Gum) Disease
    • Periodontal Flap Surgery
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Ultrasonic Cleanings
  • Technology
    • Air Abrasion
    • Anesthesia Wand
    • Cone Beam CT Imaging
    • Digital Dental Impressions
    • Digital X-Rays
    • Intra-Oral Camera
    • Laser Decay Diagnosis
    • Laser Dentistry
    • Same-Day Crowns (CAD/CAM)

Patient Education

Patient Education Menu
  • Educational Videos
  • Cosmetic & General Dentistry
    • Cosmetic Tooth Bonding
    • Crowns & Bridgework
    • Fillings
    • Gummy Smiles
    • Inlays & Onlays
    • Mouthguards for Adults
    • Mouthguards for Children
    • Nitrous Oxide
    • Porcelain Veneers
    • Removable Dentures
    • Smile Makeover
    • Snoring & Sleep Apnea
    • Teeth Whitening
    • TMD
    • Tooth-Colored Fillings
    • Tooth Contouring & Reshaping
    • Tooth Decay Prevention
    • Tooth Wear
  • Emergency Care
    • Gum Injuries
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Tooth Pain
    • Traumatic Dental Injuries
  • Endodontics
    • Combined Root Canal & Gum Problems
    • Cracked Teeth
    • Root Canal Retreatment
    • Root Canal Surgery (Apicoectomy)
    • Root Canal Treatment
    • Root Canal Treatment FAQs
    • Root Canal Treatment for Children
    • Tooth Sensitivity
    • Whitening Traumatized Teeth
  • Implant Dentistry
    • Bone Grafting
    • Dental Implants FAQs
    • Fixed Dentures
    • Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
    • Top Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
  • Oral Health
    • Aging & Dental Health
    • Antibiotic Premedicationfor Dental Treatments
    • Bad Breath
    • Blood Pressure Medications & Your Gums
    • Diabetes & Oral Health
    • Dry Mouth
    • Eating Disorders & Oral Health
    • Fluoride
    • Geographic Tongue
    • Missing Teeth
    • Nutrition & Oral Health
    • Oral Cancer
    • Oral Piercings
    • Osteoporosis & Oral Health
    • Pregnancy, Hormones & Oral Health
    • Preventive Dentistry
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Stress & Oral Habits
  • Oral Hygiene
    • How To Brush
    • How To Floss
    • Interdental Cleaning Devices
    • Mouthrinses
    • Oral Hygiene for Kids
    • Tips to Prevent Cavities
    • Toothpaste
  • Oral Surgery
    • Blood Thinners & Dental Procedures
    • Bone Grafting
    • Cleft Lip & Palate Repair
    • Corrective Jaw (Orthognathic) Surgery
    • Extractions
    • Facial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery
    • Headaches & Migraines
    • Oral Cancer Screening
    • Oral Diagnosis and Biopsies
    • Sedation Dentistry
    • Sinus Surgery
    • Wisdom Teeth
  • Orthodontics
    • Adolescent Orthodontic Care
    • Adult Orthodontic Treatment
    • Brushing & Flossing with Braces
    • Early Orthodontic Treatment
    • Invisalign for Adults
    • Invisalign for Teens
    • Post-Orthodontic Care
    • Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADS)
    • Thumb & Finger Appliances
    • Types of Braces
    • Orthodontic Emergencies
    • Orthodontic FAQs
    • Orthodontic Headgear
    • Orthodontics & Dental Hygiene
    • Your First Orthodontic Appointment
  • Pediatric Dentistry
    • Age One Dental Visit
    • Fluoride & Your Child
    • Nitrous Oxide for Children
    • Pregnancy & Your Child's Developing Teeth
    • Sealants
    • Sleep Apnea & Behavior Problems in Children
    • Space Maintainers
    • Teething
    • Thumb Sucking
  • Periodontal Therapy
    • Cosmetic Gum Surgery
    • Gum Grafting
    • Loose Teeth & Bite Problems
    • Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
    • Oral Systemic Connection
    • Periodontal (Gum) Disease
    • Periodontal Flap Surgery
    • Professional Teeth Cleanings
    • Ultrasonic Cleanings
  • Technology
    • Air Abrasion
    • Anesthesia Wand
    • Cone Beam CT Imaging
    • Digital Dental Impressions
    • Digital X-Rays
    • Intra-Oral Camera
    • Laser Decay Diagnosis
    • Laser Dentistry
    • Same-Day Crowns (CAD/CAM)

Dr. Richard Benjamin and Dr. Christy Benjamin

Our Location

907 Lincoln Ave.
Prospect Park, PA 19076
(610) 583-5052

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Monday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:Closed
Friday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed
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