About Dr. Menon
Meet Dr. PinaliJaveri Menon.
For more than two decades, Dr. Menon has built her approach to dentistry around thoughtful care, continued learning, and lasting relationships with her patients.
Her approach
Care shaped by experience and intention.
More than 20 years in dentistry have shaped an approach grounded in close attention, clear communication, and care tailored to the person in the chair. Dr. Menon places particular emphasis on patient comfort and the details that help each visit feel considered and personal.
Her education has continued well beyond her two dental degrees. Through ongoing coursework and focused training, she continues to engage with developments in modern dentistry and thoughtfully incorporates appropriate techniques into individualized patient care.
Dentistry is bothprecision and care.
Education & training
A foundation built across two continents.
- 1996
BDS
University of Bombay Dental School (GDC)
Dr. Menon received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in 1996.
- Mumbai, India
St. George’s Hospital
One-year dental internship
She completed a one-year dental internship at St. George’s Hospital in Mumbai.
- 2000
DDS with Honors
New York University College of Dentistry
Dr. Menon earned her DDS from NYU in 2000 and graduated with Honors.
- Orthodontic training
Progressive Orthodontics
Two-year orthodontic program
She completed a two-year orthodontic program with Progressive Orthodontics.
- Ongoing
Continuing education
Continued professional learning
Dr. Menon continues to participate in continuing education to stay current with developments in dentistry.
Professional credentials
Committed to continued growth in dentistry.
Middlesex County Dental Society
Active Member
Academy of General Dentistry
Member
American Academy of Implant Dentistry
Member & Associate Fellow
Orthodontics
Completed a two-year program with Progressive Orthodontics
Recognition
Recognized for patient-centered care.
Patients Choice Award
The original Smiles 'R' Us biography states that Dr. Menon received a Patients Choice Award for her commitment to quality patient care in the Edison dental community.
NJ Top Dentists
The original biography states that Dr. Menon received an NJ Top Dentists Award recognizing her dedication, accomplishments, and devotion to patient care.
Giving back
Care that reaches beyond the practice.
Dr. Menon’s commitment to dentistry extends beyond her work in New Jersey. She has traveled to rural India to volunteer her time as a dentist at a youth wellness camp, providing dental care to underserved communities.
Beyond the office
Art, family,
and seeing the world.
Outside the office, Dr. Menon enjoys spending time with her two children and pursuing the creative interests that have long been part of her life. Reading, photography, painting, pottery, and travel give her opportunities to explore, create, and see the world from new perspectives.
Meet your dentist
Care built around the person behind the smile.
Get to know our approach to personalized dental care or reach out to schedule a visit with Dr. Menon and the Smiles 'R' Us team.