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At Laser Dentistry of North Jersey, lasers are at the center of how we care for you. Our Solea® laser treats many cavities without a numbing shot or the whine of a drill, and laser gum treatment means less bleeding and faster healing. When a crown is needed, our 3D scanner and in-office milling let us place same-day CEREC® crowns in a single visit.
Just as important are the people. Several members of our team have worked beside Dr. Bucher for more than 30 years, so you’ll be greeted by familiar faces who remember your history and how you like to be cared for. If visiting the dentist makes you nervous, this is the practice we built for you.
Dr. Richard L. Bucher has cared for patients in Oakland since September 1991, after earning his DMD from UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School and completing a General Practice Residency at UMDNJ-University Hospital. Laser dentistry has been the focus of his career: he was bringing laser treatment to North Jersey patients long before most local offices offered it, and he is a member of the Academy of Laser
In July 2025 the Academy of General Dentistry awarded him Mastership (MAGD), its highest honor, which requires 1,100 hours of continuing education across every area of general dentistry. In May 2026 he was named an NJ Top Dentist and is recognized among the best dentists in Bergen County, NJ.
His advanced training includes The Pankey Institute, The Dawson Academy and a surgical externship at the Midwest Implant Institute. He is a member of the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, Bergen County Dental Society, American Academy of Implant Dentistry and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
We bring advanced laser dentistry to North Jersey, with every other service your family needs under the same roof. From shot-free laser fillings to implants and children’s checkups, each treatment is planned around your comfort.
At Laser Dentistry of North Jersey, our commitment to exceptional dental care extends far beyond the treatments we provide. Our patients’ experiences and satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. We take immense pride in sharing the heartfelt stories and smiles of those who have entrusted us with their oral health journey.
Through their words, you’ll gain insights into the compassionate care, advanced techniques, and transformative results that define our practice. Read on to explore the genuine experiences of those who have chosen Laser Dentistry of North Jersey as their partner in achieving radiant smiles and lasting oral well-being.
Laser Dentistry of North Jersey, at 9 Post Road, Suite D5 in Oakland, offers laser fillings, laser gum treatment and laser snoring therapy. The practice is led by Dr. Richard Bucher, who has practiced laser dentistry for more than three decades. The office is within about 20 minutes of Wayne, Franklin Lakes, Mahwah, Pompton Lakes, Ringwood, Wanaque and Wyckoff.
Often, yes. The Solea® laser removes decay with light and water, and for many patients it numbs the tooth as it works, so no injection is needed. Dr. Bucher will tell you beforehand whether your filling is a good candidate.
Most patients describe it as comfortable. Lasers don’t vibrate like a drill, and laser gum treatment usually means less bleeding, swelling and healing time.
At our office, lasers are used for cavity fillings (Solea®), gum disease treatment during scaling and root planing, soft-tissue procedures and snoring therapy (DEKA QuietNite®).
Yes. Dental lasers are FDA-cleared, and you wear protective glasses during treatment. Because lasers are precise, they affect less of the surrounding tooth and gum tissue than a drill or scalpel.
We are in-network with BlueCross BlueShield and accept cash, checks, credit cards and CareCredit® financing. Most laser fillings and gum treatments are billed like their traditional versions; snoring therapy is usually not covered by insurance
Yes. With CEREC®, we scan the tooth, mill a ceramic crown in our office and bond it in a single appointment.
Ready for a calmer dental visit? Send us a message or call (201) 337-9496, and our team will help you find a time that works. New patients are always welcome.
Our office sits in the Long Hill Plaza complex at 9 Post Road, beside ShopRite and just off Ramapo Valley Road (Route 202). Oakland borders Franklin Lakes, Mahwah, Pompton Lakes, Ringwood, Wanaque and Wayne, and Wyckoff is a short drive up Route 208, so most patients reach us in 10 to 20 minutes for laser fillings, laser gum treatment and everyday family care.
Franklin Lakes and Wyckoff families know us through the Ramapo Indian Hills school community. Wayne and Pompton Lakes patients come up Route 202 or I-287, and Mahwah, Ringwood and Wanaque patients arrive by Ramapo Valley Road, Skyline Drive and I-287. With evening hours until 7 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, it’s easy to fit a visit in after work or school.
