Drawing on more than two decades of experience in dentistry, Dr. Angela Crincoli joined the KinderSmile Foundation in Bloomfield, New Jersey, in 2017. As a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Dr. Angela Crincoli has often volunteered her services for the association’s Give Kids A Smile Day.A program of the ADA Foundation, Give Kids A Smile began in 2002 when two dentists offered free dental service to almost 400 children in a dilapidated dental clinic in St. Louis, Missouri. The next year, inspired by their mission, the ADA developed a national program to provide oral health care for underprivileged children.Give Kids A Smile Day is held on the first Friday of every February, kicking off a number of special events throughout the year. The program brings together thousands of volunteers, including dental professionals, to provide treatment and education to children across the country.For more information about volunteering or to make a donation to support Give Kids A Smile, visit www.adafoundation.org/en/how-to-help.
With more than two decades of experience as a dentist, Dr. Angela Crincoli provides care and education to underserved children as a member of the dental staff for Kindersmile Foundation in New Jersey. Dr. Angela Crincoli also volunteers her time with Give Kids A Smile, a national program launched by the American Dental Association (ADA) to provide children with free oral health services. Give Kids A Smile kicks off each year with an annual event held on the first Friday in February. During these events, dentists and volunteers offer oral treatments, screenings, and education to underserved children at no cost. The program is a crucial component of the ADA’s Action for Dental Health, a community-based movement focused on ending America’s dental health crisis. Give Kids A Smile specifically addresses three areas of the movement: caring for people with untreated diseases; enhancing the public safety net; and fostering disease prevention and education. Implemented nationwide by the ADA in 2003, the program began as a single event hosted by Dr. Jeff Dalin and Dr. B. Ray Storm in St. Louis. They held the event in a run-down dental clinic scheduled for demolition and treated nearly 400 children. Its success led the ADA to adopt the idea and transform it into a nationwide movement. Since its inception, the program has treated more than 5.5 million children. Thousands of dentists and volunteers participate every year.
Dr. Angela Crincoli practices as a dentist with the Kindersmile Foundation of Bloomsfield, New Jersey, which provides dental care to children from underserved families. As part of her duties, Dr. Angela Crincoli helps parents and guardians understand the factors that impact their children's oral health.Children naturally love sugar, but eating it can cause lasting harm to both baby teeth and permanent teeth. When a person chews candy and sugary foods, the sugar interacts with the bacteria that naturally live in the mouth. This chemical reaction produces acid, which leaches away the minerals that keep tooth enamel strong and healthy.As the enamel loses mineral deposits, it begins to decay, and tiny holes, called cavities, begin to form. If left untreated, the decay can progress to the inner layers of the teeth and may cause damage extending to the roots, or can even cause premature tooth loss. Experts recommend that parents and guardians limit their children's consumption of sugar as much as possible and promote regular brushing and flossing. Drinking plenty of water can help wash away harmful bacteria and help the mouth to repair any damage that does occur. Children may still indulge in treats from time to time, but the consumption should be quick rather than lingering. Protective brushing should happen afterward, but not sooner than 45 minutes after the child finishes the treat.
As a dentist with the KinderSmile Foundation in Bloomfield, New Jersey, Dr. Angela Crincoli draws on 30 years of professional experience. As part of her mission of helping families develop a strong foundation for their children’s oral health, Angela Crincoli, DMD, focuses on parent education.According to the American Dental Association, good oral hygiene for children starts well before the first teeth emerge. Dental decay can begin as soon as the first teeth start to erupt through the gums, and as this can be difficult for parents to notice at first, pre-emptive care is crucial. Parents can make a habit of cleaning their child’s gums with a moist gauze pad or wet, clean washcloth, so that children and adults alike become accustomed to the process.As soon as teeth are visible, they can decay. Experts recommend cleaning a child’s first teeth, which usually emerge around the age of 6 months, twice daily with a baby toothbrush. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends using a small smear of fluoride toothpaste, no larger than the size of a grain of rice. The parent should brush not only all surfaces of the baby’s teeth, but also the tongue, if possible.Professionals typically recommend that babies see a dentist before the age of 1 year or within six months of the first tooth’s eruption, whichever occurs earliest. Many local health departments know of care centers that can provide such services to children from low-income backgrounds.
New Jersey-based dentist Dr. Angela Crincoli has been helping patients maintain their dental health for over 25 years. In 2017, Dr. Angela Crincoli accepted a position at the KinderSmile Foundation, a nonprofit group that provides dental care and education to underserved children.In addition to programs directly serving children and teens up to 18 years of age, the KinderSmile Foundation oversees its Perinatal Health and Wellness Program (PHWP) for new mothers. Launched in 2016, PHWP teaches uninsured pregnant women and new mothers who are up to three years postpartum about how oral hygiene affects overall health.Women who participate in the program attend educational sessions focused on a range of topics related to maternal and childhood dental care. In addition to learning how their oral health affects that of a developing fetus, the mothers explore the effects of childhood caries and benefits of fluoride and regular dental visits. The program also covers nutrition-related topics and teaches mothers about the appropriate use of baby bottles and sippy cups.Participants who complete the educational portion of PHWP qualify for one free year of dental care at the KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center in Bloomfield, New Jersey. More information about the program is available at www.kindersmile.org.
As a dentist, Dr. Angela Crincoli draws on more than 25 years of professional experience. Dr. Angela Crincoli currently practices with the KinderSmile Foundation in Bloomfield, New Jersey, where she provides dental care to children from under-resourced families.Tooth decay can be extremely risky for any child. Research suggests that if left untreated, the pain and infections associated with oral health problems can interfere with a child's ability to eat, sleep, socialize, and learn. In 2000, the U.S. Surgeon General estimated that children lost more than 51 million hours of study time in school due to dental health problems. A 2011 study revealed that children with poor oral health were almost 300 percent more likely than their peers to miss school as a result of tooth pain, and research released in 2012 suggested that children with tooth pain were four times more at risk of having a low grade point average.Unfortunately, cavities and other dental health issues disproportionately affect children from low-income and minority backgrounds. Children from families living below the poverty line have approximately 500 percent more untreated tooth decay than their peers from more affluent families, and the ratio of untreated cavities is significantly higher among Hispanic and African-American children than white children.Experts attribute this disparity largely to the prevalence of high-sugar and low-nutrient foods in areas of widespread poverty, although limited access to dental care also plays a role. Although children may have access to dental care under Medicaid, practices that accept that insurance may not be easily accessible to lower-income families. As a result, advocates for children's dental health urge accessible health-care providers to offer nutritional and oral health guidance to lower-income children whenever possible.
Dr. Angela Crincoli has been practicing dentistry in a variety of clinical settings for more than 25 years. In 2017, Dr. Angela Crincoli began working with KinderSmile Foundation, an organization that brings dental health care to at-risk children and families. KinderSmile Foundation operates several programs in and around Bloomfield, New Jersey. Its newest is the KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center, a facility intended as an oral health care home base for under-served children up to age 18. The facility accepts most insurances, including Medicaid and New Jersey FamilyCare, while also welcoming families without insurance. When necessary, the facility offers financial assistance as well.Children receive complimentary preventive services at the facility, including thorough cleanings and fluoride applications as well as complete oral examinations and X-rays. Children who are experiencing decay also have access to corrective interventions ranging from standard fillings to extractions performed on a case-by-case basis. Emergency appointments are scheduled within 24 hours of a call and are available to all children, with the first visit being free of charge.The practice also provides dental education for both children and parents, which is also free of cost. The KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center uses story-based educational app that helps children learn about dental health through narration, games, and age-specific, entertaining quizzes. Children of all ages also visit with clinical assistants who teach them how to brush their teeth correctly, and each visit offers the opportunity for parents to learn proper techniques for nutrition and at-home oral hygiene.
An experienced dentist in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, Dr. Angela Crincoli most recently served as an associate with Dr. Mamta Shah’s dental practice in Piscataway, New Jersey. Dr. Angela Crincoli earned a doctorate of dental medicine and is a member of professional organizations such as the New Jersey Dental Association and the American Dental Association. In addition to supporting dentists and striving to further the dental profession, the American Dental Association (ADA) advocates for public policy related to public oral health. For years, the ADA has been committed to raising professional awareness of opioids abuse. Recently, the ADA approached the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on the topic of opioid prescription following one-time surgical procedures. Specifically, the ADA statement requested that government recommendations take into consideration the differences between chronic and acute pain management, acknowledging that some dental procedures, like wisdom tooth extractions, rarely require the prescription of a long-acting opioid.
Involved in dentistry for more than two decades, Angela Crincoli, DMD, works as a dentist with the KinderSmile Foundation in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Throughout her career as a dentist, Angela Crincoli, DMD, has volunteered with the Give Kids a Smile event, most recently in Montclair, New Jersey.Launched by the American Dental Association in 2003, the Give Kids a Smile event provides underserved children with free oral healthcare services. More than 10,000 dentists and 30,000 other dental professionals volunteer their time and services to help these children. Since it began, the event has provided treatment to more than 5.5 million children. In 2018, Give Kids a Smile took place on February 2, with local events held throughout the United States. In New Jersey, more than 100 dental practices and clinics took part. Local professional gave children complete dental checkups followed by cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants when needed. For children with tooth decay, dentists performed extractions or applied fillings. If the child had severe dental problems, the dentist either asked the family to come back at another time free of charge or referred the family to a clinic or agency.
Dr. Angela Crincoli is a member of the New Jersey Dental Association and the American Dental Association. Practicing dentistry with the KinderSmile Foundation, Dr. Angela Crincoli provides dental services to underserved children. The KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center is a charitable organization created to improve the health of its local communities by providing an educational dental appointment experience. The KinderSmile Foundation owns and operates the KinderSmile Community Oral Health Center, which provides dental care services to children up to 18 years of age. Focused on offering a positive and efficient learning program, the oral health center provides waiting room patients with a tablet loaded with an interactive educational app to use while they wait. During their appointments, young patients visit a toothbrush station to learn proper brushing techniques and receive feedback on their brushing skills. Children also visit the oral hygiene bay, where they and their parents receive advice on nutrition and learn how the diet affects dental health and overall well-being.
