Amy Schwartz Phillips, DMD

Dr. Amy (Schwartz) Phillips is a third generation pediatric dentist and is proud to keep the family legacy alive.  Delivering comprehensive and continued patient care and forming relationships with her patients and their families is Dr. Amy’s passion.   Dr. Amy lives by the advice given to her by her dad, Dr. Schwartz: “treat every child as if he/she were your own.”

Dr. Amy is a graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, having played varsity softball and was an enthusiastic member of the many music programs.  She received her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Health Care Sciences from Lafayette College.  While studying abroad in London she was given the opportunity to work in a busy multispecialty dental practice.  After attending their master’s program, Dr. Amy earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.  While she thoroughly enjoyed all of the subspecialties of dentistry, pediatric dentistry was her favorite.  She loves interacting with the children and turning a typically fearful experience of visiting the dentist into a positive one.

Dr. Amy is committed to providing the best patient care possible.  She received her board certification in 2015 and continues to be an active Diplomate for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.  She is also a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Assocation, New Jersey Dental Assocation, Union County Dental Society, New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Womens’ Interdisciplinary Study Club.  Dr. Amy is a proud mom of two girls, Quinn and Avery.  She enjoys spending time with her family, trips to the beach, and baking.

Doctor Chiraz B. Patel

Chirag B. Patel, DMD

As a board certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Chirag Patel has received specialized training to meet the unique needs of infants, children, and teens. He is focused on creating a fun dental experience to help foster a positive attitude towards dentistry. Dr. Patel has the dedication and compassion to help your child feel at ease. He is passionate about teaching positive oral habits that lead to a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Dr. Patel grew up in Piscataway. NJ and attended Rutgers University where he earned his degree in psychology. He completed his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Patel furthered his education by completing a General Practice Residency at Staten Island University Hospital; a fellowship in Dental Medicine for the Developmentally Disabled at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine; and completed his specialty in Pediatric Dentistry at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Paterson, NJ. Dr. Patel has worked as a pediatric dentist (Specialty #06453) in Northern New Jersey, Central New Jersey and New York City.

Dr. Harrison Karp

Dr. Harrison Karp is a dedicated pediatric dentist currently practicing in New Jersey. Originally from Long Island, NY, he earned his undergraduate degree at Binghamton University before moving to New York City to pursue his dental education at New York University. Dr. Harrison furthered his training at NYU, completing his pediatric dental residency. He chose to specialize in pediatric dentistry driven by his passion for working with children, nurturing their curiosity, and ensuring they understand each step of their dental care to help minimize any anxiety or surprises.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Harrison has led several global outreach trips, providing vital dental services to underserved children in remote communities, including Machias, Maine, and Santiago, Chile. His contributions to these communities were recognized with the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Harrison enjoys traveling, playing guitar, and watching sports in his downtime.