Practice News

As a practice dedicated to the health and happiness of our patients, we are proud to announce that Dr. Kenneth Banasiak, our board certified orthodontist, was recently named a “Top Dentist” by New Jersey Monthly magazine. This recognition is even more exceptional, because it’s the seventh year in a row that he has achieved this award. Chosen by leading dental professionals from among thousands of candidates, Dr. Banasiak is honored to be a member of such an exceptional group of dentists and specialists. New Jersey Monthly magazine uses an exacting nomination and evaluation process to select the Top Doctors and Dentists in its annual compilation. Nominees are put forth by other physicians in the field. Each candidate is reviewed, and […]

According to recent statistics from the American Association of Orthodontists, nearly a quarter of individuals who get braces are adults. Now more than ever, people over the age of 18 are seeking to enhance the function and the appearance of their teeth. Part of the reason so many adults are considering orthodontic treatment is because there are more options than ever to achieve straighter teeth. At our practice, Dr. Kenneth Banasiak and Dr. Roger Nettune, our board certified orthodontists, offer an extensive array of teeth-straightening procedures. Furthermore, they provide thorough evaluations using the latest technology to develop a customized treatment plan that can optimize your outcome. Traditional metal braces are still around, and they have improved tremendously over the years. […]

Dentists and orthodontists have more in common than you might think, but the few differences between them are very important. Both professionals undergo broad training in dentistry for four years that leads either to a DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or a DDM (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degree. Dentists often stop here; however, orthodontists continue their education to achieve greater specialization in the movement of the teeth, jaw, and oral structures (orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics). Highly trained and experienced orthodontists will then go on to earn certification from the American Board of Orthodontics, as Dr. Kenneth Banasiak and Dr. Roger Nettune, our skilled orthodontists, have done. Dentists offer a wide range of dental treatments, including routine teeth and gum care, […]

Millions of people, around Basking Ridge or Mendham, NJ and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may be easy for you to throw on a green shirt, sport a St. Patrick’s Day button, or wear a pair of emerald-hued shoes, if you’re an avid St. Patty’s Day enthusiast you may want to try something different this year. Drs. Roger Nettune and Kenneth Banasiak thought of a few ideas that will help you take your holiday spirit to the next level: Visit Chicago’s Green River If you happen to be near the Windy City during St. Patrick’s Day or you’re thinking of planning a trip, […]

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Nettune & Banasiak Orthodontic Associates included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, with over-the-top celebrations taking place in dozens of countries. The Gregorian calendar, which is widely used in Western nations and around the world, was implemented in 1582. Since that time, December 31st has marked the final day of the year, with midnight heralding the beginning of a brand new year. In the United States, New Year’s Day is a public holiday; government offices, schools, public organizations, and many businesses are closed for the […]

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving thanks, and while this may seem like such a natural celebration, the United States is only one of a handful of countries to officially celebrate with a holiday. Unlike many holidays, Thanksgiving is a secular holiday, and it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November in the United States. In Canada, it is celebrated on the second Monday of October, which is, oddly enough, much closer to a time when harvests were likely gathered. In addition to the different dates, the origins of the celebration also share different roots. […]