Family dentistry in Maplewood, NJ
A dentist the whole family likes.
Gentle, judgment-free dental care for the whole family, from first teeth to forever smiles.
Why families choose us
Gentle care, on your family’s schedule.
Gumdrop is a neighborhood practice for kids, parents and grandparents. We take our time, explain everything in plain English, and keep evenings and Saturdays open so a checkup never costs you a day off.
- Evening & Saturday hours
- Same-day emergency visits
- Gentle numbing, every time
- Nitrous for nervous patients
- Ceiling TVs & headphones
- Upfront prices before we start
- In network with most PPO plans
- Kids and parents in back-to-back chairs
Services & prices
Everything your family needs, priced up front.
Most everyday care is covered by PPO insurance. No insurance? Here’s what things cost, and we’ll always confirm your price before we start.
Everyday care
Checkups, cleanings and the small fixes that keep smiles healthy.
Checkup & cleaning
Exam, gentle cleaning and any x-rays you’re due for. Usually covered in full by insurance.
Kids’ visit
A relaxed first look from age one, with a ride in the big chair, a counting game and a sticker at the end.
Tooth-colored fillings
Small repairs that match your teeth, usually done in one short visit with numbing that actually works.
Sealants & fluoride
A thin protective coat on back teeth that keeps cavities out. Quick, painless and great for kids.
Same-day emergencies
Toothache, chipped tooth or lost filling? Call before noon and we’ll see you today.
Smile & cosmetic
Straighter, brighter and more confident, at your own pace.
Clear aligners
Invisalign® straightening for teens and adults, with a free 3D scan to preview your new smile.
Whitening
In-office whitening in an hour, or custom take-home trays for a gentler lift.
Bonding
Fixes chips, gaps and uneven edges in a single visit, no drilling needed in most cases.
Repair & restore
Crowns, root canals and implants, done gently and explained clearly.
Crowns
Natural-looking porcelain crowns that protect cracked or heavily filled teeth.
Root canals
Modern, comfortable root canal care that saves the tooth and stops the ache.
Implants
A permanent replacement for a missing tooth, planned with 3D imaging.
New here? Start with a new patient visit.
Exam, x-rays and cleaning, plus a plain-English plan. 75 min · Covered · $99 without insurance
Little smiles welcome.
First visit by age one, then every six months. We go slow, count teeth together and celebrate every brave moment.
- First visits by age one
- Parents welcome in the room
- Ceiling TVs and a prize drawer
- Sealants and fluoride that prevent cavities
How a first visit goes, at any age
Say hello
Coffee or juice box, a quick tour, and a few minutes to tell us what matters to you.
Look & listen
A gentle exam and digital x-rays, with photos on screen so you see what we see.
Clean & polish
An unhurried cleaning. Tell us if anything feels off and we’ll stop.
Make a plan
A clear plan with prices, what insurance covers, and what can wait.
Membership & insurance
Simple plans for families without insurance.
No insurance? No problem. No deductibles, no waiting periods, cancel anytime.
Kids Plan
For children under 14 without insurance.
$19/ month
- Two checkups & cleanings a year
- All routine x-rays
- Fluoride & one emergency visit
- 15% off treatment
Adult Plan
Our most popular plan.
$29/ month
- Two checkups & cleanings a year
- All routine x-rays
- One emergency visit
- 20% off treatment
- $500 off clear aligners
Family Plan
Up to two adults and three kids.
$79/ month
- Everything in the Adult and Kids plans
- Back-to-back family appointments
- 20% off treatment for everyone
In network with most PPO plans
Send us your card and we’ll check your benefits before your visit.
- Delta Dental
- Cigna
- Aetna
- MetLife
- Guardian
- United Concordia
- Horizon BCBS NJ
- Humana
Our team
Friendly faces, very gentle hands.
Dr. Nora Bellamy, DDS
Founder & Family Dentist
Fifteen years of making nervous patients laugh in the chair. Mom of two, champion of the evening appointment.
Dr. Marco Reyes, DMD
Family & Pediatric Dentist
Pediatric-trained and endlessly patient. Known for counting games and very gentle hands.
Priya Nair, RDH
Lead Hygienist
Cleanings so gentle people book their next one before they leave. Fluent in toddler.
Parents say it best.
“My son used to cry in the parking lot. Now he asks when we’re going back. Dr. Reyes is magic.”
Lauren M.Parent of two “First dentist in years who didn’t make me feel judged. They explained everything and the prices were exactly what they said.”
Chris D.New patient “Saturday appointments for the whole family, back to back. We’re in and out before soccer.”
Anita R.Family Plan member “Cracked a tooth on a Tuesday morning and they fixed it that afternoon. Calm, kind and quick.”
Tom K.Emergency visit
Good questions, plain answers.
Something else on your mind? Call (973) 555-0162 or email hello@gumdropdental.co.
When should my child first see a dentist?
By their first birthday or when the first tooth appears. Early visits are short and fun, and they make every visit after easier.
Do you take my insurance?
We’re in network with most PPO plans, including Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife and Guardian. Send us your card and we’ll check your benefits before your visit.
I’m really nervous about the dentist. Can you help?
Absolutely. Tell us when you book. We’ll go slow, explain each step, agree on a stop signal, and offer nitrous if you’d like it.
What if I don’t have insurance?
Our membership plans cover your checkups, cleanings and x-rays for a low monthly fee, with discounts on everything else. New patients without insurance can also start with our $99 first visit.
Do you handle emergencies?
Yes. Call before noon and we’ll do our best to see you the same day. Existing patients can text us after hours.
Your first visit, made easy.
Book online in a minute. Bring the whole family, and we’ll do back-to-back appointments so you’re in and out together.
- Find us
- 12 Elm Row
Maplewood, NJ 07040 - Hours
- Mon – Thu8am – 7pm
- Friday8am – 3pm
- Saturday8am – 1pm
- SundayClosed
- Say hello
- (973) 555-0162hello@gumdropdental.co