Dr. Radhika Kapoor, a New York City native and New Jersey resident, is a compassionate and accomplished board-certified pediatric dentist who has been dedicated to providing gentle, patient-focused care for children and families. With an extensive background in laser dentistry, early orthodontics, and airway health, Dr. Kapoor blends cutting-edge techniques with a holistic approach to oral wellness.
Dr. Kapoor holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a focus on child development from Barnard College, Columbia University, where she honed her expertise in child behavior and anxiety-reduction techniques. She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Columbia University, where she held leadership roles with the AAPD and Give Kids a Smile and was published in the NY State Dental Journal for her research on Ectodermal Dysplasia.
Her pediatric dental residency was completed at the prestigious Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., where she gained extensive training in treating children with special health care needs, sedation dentistry, trauma, and interceptive orthodontics.
Inspired by her own challenges nursing a child with posterior tongue tie, Dr. Kapoor became a pioneer in laser dentistry. She has practiced laser dentistry since 2017, receiving one-on-one training from leaders in the field, including Dr. Martin Kaplan. Her advanced expertise includes the use of the renowned LightScalpel CO2 laser, which she employs in frenectomy procedures to improve breastfeeding in infants, feeding and airway issues in toddlers, and sleep problems in adults.
Dr. Kapoor further advanced her expertise with a surgical fellowship under Dr. Soroush Zaghi, a globally recognized ENT and sleep surgeon known for integrating medicine and dentistry in the field of airway health. She is also trained in early orthodontics under Dr. Marianna Evans, a leader in the field of orthodontics and airway-focused care.
As a Breathe Institute Affiliate, Dr. Kapoor works collaboratively with other professionals to improve airway health and provide comprehensive care for her patients. She also provides hospital-based dental rehabilitation under general anesthesia at Englewood Hospital for children who require specialized care.
Dr. Rachael Vanderminden is a proud graduate of NYU College of Dentistry, where she earned Honors in Esthetic Dentistry. With a focus on cosmetic and holistic dental care, Dr. Vanderminden is passionate about creating beautiful, healthy smiles while prioritizing her patients' overall well-being.
Her philosophy centers on the belief that oral health is deeply connected to overall health. By blending an eye for esthetics with a comprehensive understanding of wellness, Dr. Vanderminden ensures every patient receives care that is both meticulous and mindful.
Utilizing advanced techniques and technology, including Solea lasers, intraoral scanners, and Invisalign, she provides conservative, comfortable, and minimally invasive treatments. Her services also include TMJ evaluations, myofascial therapy, comprehensive oral exams, and personalized holistic dental care.
Dr. Vanderminden looks forward to welcoming you to a practice where comfort meets innovation, and your oral health becomes part of your wellness journey.
Dr. Emil John Armand Cappetta was born and raised in Summit, NJ, and later completed his BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. From there, Dr. Cappetta moved to New York City to attend Columbia University, where he received his degree with a concentration in oral & maxillofacial surgery. Afterwards, he received renowned specialty training in oral & maxillofacial surgery at Bellevue Hospital, Manhattan VA Hospital, and New York University’s Medical and Dental centers. There he became chief resident of the OMFS service, and received extensive training in maxillofacial trauma and reconstruction, head & neck cancer, orthognathic and facial cosmetic surgery, dentoalveolar & implant surgery, as well as performing general & sedation anesthesia to both adult and pediatric groups.
Dr. Cappetta is a board certified diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and is also certified in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support from the American College of Cardiology, as well as Advanced Trauma Life Support from the American College of Surgeons. Additionally, he is involved in the dental and OMFS communities through memberships with local and national groups including the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, and the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Cappetta is affiliated with having been granted operating room and treatment privileges at Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Hospital, where he serves as an attending surgeon and provides educational lectures and hands-on instruction to his residents.
