Convenient Access from Columbus
About 20 minutes of quiet county road separate the Columbus post office from our front door. Dental Arts Group practices in the village of New Egypt, and retirees, farm families and commuters who want a dentist near Columbus can reach us without merging onto US 206 or the Turnpike. Our dentists provide implants, dentures, gum care and everyday family care.
From the Columbus Post Office at 231 Atlantic Avenue, take East Main Street (County Route 543), which becomes Mount Pleasant Road, east for about 4.2 miles. Continue onto Wrightstown-Georgetown Road (County Route 545), then turn left on Monmouth Road (County Route 537) and follow it east about 3.7 miles. Monmouth Road leads into Jacobstown-New Egypt Road (County Route 528), which becomes Jacobstown Road as it reaches New Egypt.
The address is 4 Jacobstown Rd, New Egypt, NJ 08533, and our listing on Google Maps can give you directions on your phone. Expect about 20 minutes for the 10.6-mile drive, all on county roads with no tolls. Neighbors in Springfield Township and Bordentown each have a page as well.
Columbus Retirees, Farm Families and a Dental Home Nearby
Columbus is an unincorporated village in Mansfield Township, Burlington County, and it serves as the township's main business district. Until about 1827 it was called Black Horse, after an 18th-century tavern, and in 1795 it competed to become the county seat before Mount Holly won out. US Route 206 later moved to a four-lane bypass, and the old road through the village became County Route 543.
Most of Mansfield's government offices sit in and around Columbus, including the township building on Route 206 South; the Mansfield Township website lists its services. Northern Burlington County Regional High School on Mansfield Road East draws students from Columbus, Chesterfield, North Hanover and Springfield. Georgetown is close by as well.
Housing in Columbus mixes older village homes, working farms and Homestead, a retirement village of about 1,200 homes. That blend calls for a dental office comfortable with every stage of life, from a teenager's first wisdom tooth question to a grandparent's denture fitting.
Our weekday hours keep things simple for retirees and workers alike. Monday runs 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday starts at 8:30 AM, and Wednesday stays open until 6:00 PM. Thursday begins at 8:00 AM and closes at 4:00 PM.
Why Implants and Gum Care Matter for Columbus Seniors
Missing teeth affect chewing, speech and confidence, and older adults often lose them to gum disease or failing old fillings. A dental implant replaces the root with a titanium post, then adds an abutment and a restoration on top. When several teeth are gone, a denture held by two to four implants stays steadier while you eat.
The office offers a free consultation for dental implants, where our dentists explain single implants, implant-supported dentures and the TeethXpress procedure, which uses Laser-Lok implants. Full and partial dentures remain good options for patients who prefer them.
Gum health deserves equal attention. Scaling and root planing treats active gum disease, usually in two visits under local anesthesia, followed by a re-evaluation one month later. Patients who need ongoing care move to periodontal maintenance, with cleanings increasing to as often as every three months.
Many retirees also take medications that reduce saliva, which raises cavity risk. Fluoride varnish after a cleaning helps protect those teeth. Every new patient starts with The DAG Comprehensive Exam, which reviews existing fillings, crowns and implants and includes a consultation about missing teeth.
How Our Team Helps Patients Seeking a Dentist Near Columbus
Implants & Dentures
For Columbus retirees missing one tooth or many, the options range from a single titanium implant to a denture anchored on several. Your first implant visit costs nothing.
Oral Surgery
Extractions, bone grafting and implant placement prepare the mouth for new teeth. Sedation is available during oral surgery, so bring a driver home.
Cavity Repair
Digital ceramic crowns in zirconium or lithium disilicate replace large, worn fillings. White composite fillings handle smaller cavities.
Healthy Gums
The DAG Periodontal Disease Program pairs deep cleaning with a follow-up check one month later. Ongoing periodontal maintenance keeps gums stable, and a gum specialist referral is available when needed.
Cavity & Disease Prevention
Checkups, cleanings, digital x-rays and oral cancer screenings protect the teeth you have. Farm families' children benefit from sealants as well.
Meet Your New Egypt Dental Team
Our dentists, Dr. Frances Lovric and Dr. Zehra Husain, share the general care at our New Egypt office. Dr. Lovric earned a biology degree at SUNY Stony Brook before dental school at NYU, and she treats every patient like family. Dr. Husain has advanced training in dental implants and in caring for medically complex patients, which matters for anyone managing several prescriptions.
Insurance & Financing
Retirees without traditional dental insurance can join DAG Prime Savings, which has no deductibles, copays or annual maximum and includes a periodontal plan for gum disease. For larger work such as implants, CareCredit and Sunbit financing are available, and costs are reviewed before treatment begins. The office does not take Medicare, Medicaid or HMO plans, but it is in network with many PPO plans, such as Delta Dental, MetLife and Cigna.
What Others Are Saying
My friends at Dental Arts Group in New Egypt are the BEST. I’m so lucky to have a team so professional and personal to trust my health and well being to. Don’t wait. Just make the appointment! Thank you!
Gregg P.
All of the team are friendly, welcoming, and professional. The office is clean and nicely decorated with a spacious waiting area. My kids and I’s dental wellness are in excellent hands at Dental Arts Group. I highly recommend them!
Lisa C.
Great experience at Dental Arts Group today. Such a welcoming and friendly environment. You know you are special when you have an appointment on your birthday and you walk into the exam room and there are balloons. Love this place.
Mary Ellen B.
Everything was great. The hygienist was warm, kind, and gentle. She cleaned my teeth very well and was efficient. The doctor was also very kind and made me very comfortable. Great place.
Donnie M.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Dental Arts Group from Columbus, and how do I get there?
Dental Arts Group is 10.6 miles from the Columbus Post Office, about a 20-minute drive. Head east on Main Street and Mount Pleasant Road (County Route 543), then take Monmouth Road (County Route 537) and County Route 528 into New Egypt. Patients who want a dentist near Columbus can make the whole trip on county roads with no tolls.
What is a dental implant made of?
A dental implant has three parts. A titanium post sits in the jawbone where the root used to be, an abutment connects to the post, and a crown, bridge or denture attaches on top. Our dentists plan each implant around your bone and gum health, and the first consultation is free.
Should an old, large filling be replaced with a crown?
Sometimes. When a filling covers most of a tooth or the tooth around it has cracked, a crown usually protects it better than another filling. The comprehensive exam reviews every existing filling and crown, and our dentists explain which ones need attention. Digital ceramic crowns are made from zirconium or lithium disilicate.
Do you make partial dentures as well as full dentures?
Yes. The office provides both full and partial dentures. A partial fills gaps when some natural teeth remain, while a full denture replaces an entire arch. Patients who want a steadier fit can ask about implant-supported dentures, and our dentists explain the options and costs before any work begins.
How often should retirees have an oral cancer screening?
At every checkup. A screening is included in our cavity prevention care and in The DAG Comprehensive Exam for new patients. Our dentists look and feel for unusual patches, sores or lumps in the mouth. Screening matters more with age, so retirees benefit from keeping their checkups on schedule.
Schedule Your Visit from Columbus
A dentist near Columbus is one phone call away at 609-359-0034, or you can book online any time. See the full areas we serve list, and visit the Dentist New Egypt, NJ page for office details.
