At a Glance
- Service: Two female dentists offering restorative, denture, implant, and general dentistry
- Serving: Whiting, Manchester Township, and the 55+ communities including Crestwood Village and Leisure Village, from the Toms River office
- Office hours: Monday and Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday by appointment
- Accepting new patients: Yes
- Differentiator: Two women dentists offering unhurried restorative care and implant-supported dentures, with Pankey Institute training
A female dentist for restorative care
Many patients in Whiting and Manchester searching for a female dentist are thinking about bigger work: dentures, implants, or a full-mouth restoration. This practice meets both needs at once. Both dentists are women, and both have formal training in the restorative dentistry this community most often needs.
Whiting and the wider Manchester Township are home to a large 55-plus population, including Crestwood Village and Leisure Village. The patients who make the trip tend to do so on purpose: they want treatment planned carefully and paced without pressure, from a dentist they are comfortable with.
How restorative treatment works, step by step
Knowing the process removes a lot of the worry. It starts with a conversation about what is bothering you and what you want back: comfortable chewing, a stable fit, a smile you trust. Then comes a thorough exam and digital imaging to assess your remaining teeth, bone, and gums.
From there the doctors build a staged plan, sequenced so it is manageable rather than overwhelming. For full-mouth work, they draw on formal training in occlusal therapy and full-mouth rehabilitation from the Pankey Institute.
Tooth replacement options explained
There is no single right answer, so the practice offers a range. Single dental implants replace one tooth at the root. Implant-supported bridges replace several. Implant-supported dentures anchor a full arch to implants for a fit far more stable than traditional removable dentures.
Traditional dentures remain an option too. The doctors explain the trade-offs in cost, timeline, and day-to-day function so you can choose with clear eyes.
Meet the women dentists handling your care
“I believe dentistry should feel calm, clear, and deeply personal. For many people, even making the appointment is the hardest part.” Dr. Monica Patel earned her DMD from the University of Pennsylvania and is surgically trained in implant placement and periodontal treatment, with full-mouth rehabilitation training from the Pankey Institute.
Dr. Rakhee Patel adds: “I love helping patients feel confident in their smiles, but just as importantly, I want them to feel comfortable in the process.” She earned her DMD from the Arizona School of Dentistry, where she was named Best Dental Student of the Year, and completed advanced aesthetic training. Both bring that restorative depth to patients from the Manchester 55-plus communities.
Driving directions from Whiting and Manchester
From Whiting and the wider Manchester Township, take Route 70 east, then connect to Route 37 toward Toms River. Follow the route toward Hooper Avenue, turn onto Oak Avenue, and the office is at 222 Oak Avenue, Suite 8, with on-site parking close to the entrance.
The drive runs about 15 to 18 minutes and roughly 9 miles. For residents of Crestwood Village, Leisure Village, and the other 55-plus communities, Routes 70 and 37 are the familiar through-roads, and the parking sits close to the door.
Comfort during longer appointments
Restorative visits can run longer than a routine cleaning, so the practice plans for your comfort. It offers sedation options for patients who feel anxious or simply want a more relaxed experience during extended treatment. The minimally invasive techniques the doctors favor aim at comfort during and after the work.
For older patients from the Manchester communities, that calm pace and available sedation make bigger procedures far less intimidating.
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Whiting and Manchester patient questions
Are both dentists women?
A: Yes. Dr. Monica Patel and Dr. Rakhee Patel are both female dentists and run the practice together, so you will see a woman dentist at every visit.
I live in a Whiting 55+ community and my dentures no longer fit. What are my options?
A: Ill-fitting dentures are common as the jaw changes. The doctors can reline or remake traditional dentures, or discuss implant-supported dentures that anchor to implants for a much steadier fit. An evaluation determines what your gums and bone can support first.
I am replacing several teeth at once. Will the bite and appearance be planned together?
A: Yes. Both doctors completed formal training in occlusal therapy and full-mouth rehabilitation at the Pankey Institute, so they plan the bite, fit, and appearance as one case rather than separate fixes.
Is the drive from Manchester manageable for an older patient, and are appointments unhurried?
A: The trip is about 15 to 18 minutes via Routes 70 and 37, with on-site parking close to the door. Appointments are deliberately unhurried, which many older patients prefer, and the team paces restorative treatment to your comfort.
Do you accept insurance, and what if I do not have any?
A: The practice accepts most major dental insurance plans. Without coverage, the $189 new patient special covers an exam, X-rays, and a healthy mouth cleaning when no periodontal disease is present, and a membership plan plus financing keep care affordable.
Dentistry with a Woman's Touch
222 Oak Ave # 8, Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 518-3088
https://dentistrywomanstouch.com/areas-we-serve/female-dentist-in-whiting-nj/
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New Patient Specials
New Patient Exam & Healthy Mouth Cleaning
$189
No insurance? We offer a $189 Comprehensive New Patient Exam, X-Rays, and a Healthy Mouth Cleaning.
New patients only. Cannot be combined with insurance. Includes a Healthy Mouth Cleaning in the absence of periodontal disease.
No Insurance?
The Dentistry with a Woman's Touch Friends & Family Membership Plan
With our membership plan, you can receive the quality care you need at a discounted price.
Cannot be combined with insurance.
Our Toms River Dental Practice Location
Office Hours:
Monday: 9 am-5 pm
Tuesday: 9 am-5 pm
Wednesday: 10 am-6 pm
Thursday: 10 am-6 pm
Friday: limited clinical hours by appointment only**