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Vocaturo, DDS, FIADFE, FAGD Anthony Vocaturo, D.D.S., currently practices cosmetic and restorative dentistry at the New Jersey Center of Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry in Bayonne, New Jersey. He received his dental degree in 1992 from New York University College of Dentistry and is now affiliated with the University as a clinician and speaker. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. To keep up-to-date in the changing world of dentistry, Dr. Vocaturo attends various continuing education courses. In 1997, Dr. Vocaturo co-founded and is the President of the Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and Esthetic Dentistry and co-founder of Generation Next Dental Education Seminars. This group of dentists and physicians works to advance the recognition of cosmetic dentistry and facial esthetics, and to maintain the highest standards of those who practice it. Dr. Vocaturo is also president and founder of GAMA Seminars and Consulting. He internationally presents numerous lectures on cosmetic dentistry, inlays/onlays, and clinical adhesive cosmetic dentistry, and consults for various companies throughout country, including Digital Medical Diagnostic, Zenith, AXIS/NTI, Kultzer, Midwest Dental, Kavo Dental, Ultradent, Caulk/Dentsply/Ceramco among others for product development and refinement. Dr. Vocaturo maintains membership in professional organizations including the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He has received numerous awards from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is an ACCREDITED MEMBER in the National Chapter. He is also the President of the New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Vocaturo has authored numerous articles for various dental journals, including Dentistry Today and the Journal of Practical Hygiene. His work and photos are being used for manufacturers' advertisements, many of which serve as testimonials. These advertisements appear in Dentistry Today, Dental Products Report, Journal of the American Dental Association, Practical Periodontics and Esthetics, as well as numerous international dental journals, including the Canadian Oral Health. Dr. Vocaturo has also appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs speaking on cosmetic dentistry worldwide. In addition, Dr. Vocaturo is also a fellow of the International Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics and is a member of the American Society for Dental Aesthetics. Dr. Vocaturo is 1 of less than 10 dentists in the world to hold all 3 of these recognitions. Dr. Vocaturo has also been chosen as one of the TOP 100 dentists in the United States and Canada, for the past 4 years; 1997 - 1998, 1998 - 1999, 1999-2000 and 2000-2001. Dr. Vocaturo's lecture schedule can be viewed at: GenR8Tnext.com
Donald Lapine, D.M.D., joined Dr. Vocaturo practicing at the New Jersey Center of Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry in Bayonne, in 1998. He received his dental degree in 1997 from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he currently holds a faculty appointment. Upon completing his dental education, Dr. Lapine joined the staff of Overlook Hospital in Summit, New Jersey. There he continued his education as a general practice resident before becoming a part of Dr. Vocaturo's team. In 1992, Dr. Lapine received his undergraduate degree in both Biology and Philosophy from the University of Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lapine has been recognized for his clinical and academic excellence. He is currently a candidate for the Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. In 1998, Dr. Lapine was awarded the Biotene Award for Excellence in Hospital Dentistry. During his work at the New Jersey Center of Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry, Dr. Lapine participated in P.A.C.-Live, a hands-on course that is associated with the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, CA. This course is devoted to teaching advanced cosmetic dentistry. He has also been selected as a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a National Dental Society. Donald Lapine, D.M.D., maintains memberships in numerous professional organizations, including the New Jersey Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Academy of General Dentistry. He has been an integral part of product research, development, and testing with numerous national dental companies. In addition to co-authoring many dental articles published on modern dentistry, Dr. Lapine has made television appearances highlighting the Apollo Laser bleaching procedure and high tech dentistry. Dr. Lapine was appointed the position of Secretary in the New Jersey Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry of 2000-2001.
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