Why Choose Erin Dental

What Sets Dr. Erin Peters Apart?

Visiting Dr. Peters isn’t like going to a regular dentist, and that’s exactly why her patients love her.

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Complete Family Dental Care for Patients of All Ages

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Dr. Peters is Fluent in Spanish (Se Habla Espanol!)

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Embedded in the Community

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Friendly, Privately Owned Dental Office

Why Choose Erin Dental

A Bright Future with Even Brighter Smiles

After serving the community for decades, Dr. Francis Balsamo is transitioning to a well-earned retirement. He knows that his dentistry patients and dental office will be in great hands with his long-time family friend, Dr. Erin Peters, who looks forward to carrying on his tradition of providing individualized care while building upon it using the latest techniques and technology.

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Meet the Dental Team

Friends, Neighbors & Top Pros

We have a small but mighty dental team, which means we’re able to work fast while giving you plenty of one-on-one attention from check-in to checkout. Our staff is excited to customize every part of your dental experience so that getting your ideal smile is incredibly easy.

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Our Dental Services

Everything Your
Family Needs

Whether you’re coming to see us yourself or are bringing your children, you can trust that Dr. Peters will always have you covered.

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We Accept Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance Made Easy

Your dental insurance is more than welcome here! We accept all PPO plans and will even file your claim for you to guarantee you save as much as possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our knowledgeable team is ready to answer any dental questions that might be on your mind! Before reaching out to us, take the time to see if the information you need can be found in the following FAQs.

How Do I Find the Best Place to Get Dental Work Done?

Finding a dental practice is as simple as typing “dentist near me” into a search engine, but picking the one that’s truly right for you requires a bit more consideration. It often helps to make a list of all the traits that you want your new dental practice to have. This may include:

  • Offering a full range of services, from routine preventive care to dazzling cosmetic dentistry options such as veneers in Little Ferry.
  • Being willing to accept your specific dental insurance plan.
  • Having a convenient location that you won’t have any trouble getting to.
  • Having office hours that fit your specific schedule.
  • Being run by a caring, experienced dentist.

Remember, you can always learn more about a specific dental practice that you might be interested in by reading any reviews it has received on Google.

How Can I Make a Same-Day Appointment with a Dentist?

If you ever have a dental emergency that requires immediate attention, we’ll often be able to see you on the same day so that you aren’t left waiting for the care you need. All you need to do is call our office and let our team know what happened. We’ll do what we can to ensure that we can see you as quickly as possible. During your same-day appointment, we’ll put a stop to your immediate dental pain, and we’ll figure out what the best options for treatment are based on the nature and severity of your emergency.

How Much Does a Dental Checkup & Cleaning Cost in Little Ferry, NJ?

There isn’t a universal price tag for dental checkups and cleanings. The average cost for these visits in the United States is in the range of $200 to $350, but different practices will charge different fees for their services depending on where they’re located. On top of that, there are a number of factors that can affect the overall cost of checkups and cleanings; this includes how healthy your mouth is as well as the coverage that your dental insurance plan provides for preventive care.

What Do You Do If You Can’t Afford a Dentist?

Your best option is to talk to our dental team to see how we can make the cost of necessary dental care more manageable for you. We’re happy to file your dental insurance claims on your behalf, and we’ll do what we can to help you maximize your benefits. On top of that, we can aid you with the process of applying for CareCredit financing. Thanks to CareCredit, you don’t have to pay the full cost of your treatment up front; you can divide it into smaller monthly payments instead.

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See What We’re Up To

We love taking care of people whether they are in our dental office or not! You’ll likely see us around town supporting all sorts of local causes and organizations.

Conveniently Located Near You

You’ll find us right on the corner of Washington Ave and Marshall Ave, less than five minutes west of Willow Lake. We’re close to both Sylvan Ave/Winant Ave and just a short drive from the Turnpike as well. The entrance to the dental office is on Washington but the parking is on Marshall Ave.