DR. CHERISH IM

New Leaf Dr Cherish Im

Dr. Cherish Im (affectionately known as “Dr. Cherish”) is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.  Outside of private practice, Dr. Cherish serves as an Attending Pediatric Dentist and instructor for residents at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center.  She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University College of Dentistry.

Originally from Toronto, Canada, Dr. Cherish received a Bachelor’s degree in Science from McMaster University in 2006 and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from New York University College of Dentistry (NYU Dentistry) in 2010.

While at NYU Dentistry, Dr. Cherish developed a strong passion for working with children of all age groups and went on to complete a two-year specialty program in Pediatric Dentistry.  During the course of her specialty training at NYU Dentistry, she traveled to many underprivileged areas to provide children with dental care and education.

Dr. Cherish has enjoyed working in private practice since 2012, serving children in central New Jersey. In 2018, Dr. Cherish founded New Leaf Pediatric Dentistry to serve those in need in northern New Jersey.

She is a member of the AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry), ADA (American Dental Association) and NJAPD (New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry). She is also certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Dr. Cherish lives in New Jersey with her husband, two boys and fur baby. She enjoys singing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Cherish also speaks Korean and French.

NJ Specialty License # 06205

PATIENT REVIEWS

Amazing Dentist. She found the issue really quickly. Very nice and amazing staff. Very friendly with my daughter and knew exactly how to accommodate her as well as make her comfortable enough to cooperate with them. I highly recommend this Dentist along with such a warm and inviting staff.

Tammy Maria Boutique

This was my daughter’s first visit, and we were both truly impressed. The hygienist took her time explaining how to keep her gums healthy in a way that was patient, gentle, and easy for her to understand. After that, the dentist came in to double-check everything and make sure all was in perfect order My daughter was super relaxed the entire time, they even have TVs on the ceiling, which helped her feel calm and entertained. The whole team was professional, kind, and very efficient. There was no wait time, everything was well organized, and the office is extremely clean and hygienic. I highly recommend this pediatric practice, Wonderful experience for children and for parents

Paloma Balbuena

Great experience for all three of my kids (7, 5, and 1 years old). My 1-year-old daughter had a hard time during the first visit, but the staff was so patient and gentle with her. They really knew how to handle it without making her more upset. My older kids actually said they liked going to the dentist! The office is clean, friendly, and very kid-friendly. Highly recommend!

Heuiyoung Ju

We love New Leaf! We’ve had such a positive experience here so far. Cherish is an amazing dentist - so informative, and patient and kind with the kids. All the staff members are so nice, and the facility is super clean. I highly recommend this office!!!

Catherine Yun

My son 3.5 years with lots of fear, this was actually the first time he did not cry! The technician & doctor were gentle and so kind. They were very thorough and took care of all his teeth. 3 days later, he goes, "I want to go to the dentist again!" That says it all! Highly recommend!

Yujin Oh