Convenient Access from Upper Deerfield Township
NJ 77 links Seabrook, Seeley and Carlls Corner to Dental Arts Group - Elmer in about 15 minutes. If you want a dentist near Upper Deerfield Township without driving into a busy commercial strip, our Front Street office in the Borough of Elmer sits at the north end of that one familiar road. We handle family checkups, root canals with an in-house endodontist, tooth replacement and oral surgery. Your household's records, x-rays and treatment plans stay in one place.
Leave the Upper Deerfield Township Municipal Building at 1325 Highway 77 in Seabrook and drive north on NJ 77. The highway carries you out of the township and into Upper Pittsgrove, where you turn right onto Shirley Road (CR 611). Shirley Road brings you into Elmer and meets State Street (CR 649), which leads onto Front Street. Count on roughly 9 miles to 350 Front St, Elmer, NJ 08318.
The Seabrook Educational and Cultural Center shares the township building's address, so the first landmark is right where you start. Near the end, Inspira Medical Center Elmer and Elmer Elementary School both sit along Front Street within a few blocks of our office. Patients from Bridgeton and Pittsgrove Township will find their own directions on separate pages.
Straight Up Route 77: Why Upper Deerfield Families Make the Trip
NJ 77 runs about 7.6 miles north to south through the middle of Upper Deerfield Township, from the Bridgeton line up to Upper Pittsgrove. Most homes in Seabrook Farms, Seeley, Carlls Corner, Deerfield Street and Laurel Heights sit within reach of that highway. That makes the drive from Upper Deerfield Township to Elmer simple to remember, even for a teenager who just got a license.
Lakes give Upper Deerfield Township much of its character. Sunset Lake, a reservoir shared with Hopewell Township, is fed from Seeley Lake. NJ 56, known as Landis Avenue, branches off toward Pittsgrove, while CR 540 crosses toward Deerfield. Rush hour can add a few minutes on weekday mornings.
Office hours are built for working households. Monday appointments run from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Friday runs 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday are closed.
Farm Roots, Busy Schools: Dental Care Notes for Upper Deerfield
Few places in South Jersey carry a story like Seabrook Farms. The family-owned frozen vegetable packer was at one time the largest irrigated truck farm in the world. Its community drew Japanese Americans, Japanese Peruvians, European refugees and migrant workers, and the cultural center on Route 77 keeps those stories alive.
That mix shapes what a dental office needs to cover. A single family might need sealants for a second grader, a cracked molar for a parent and a bridge or denture for a grandparent. We see every age, and our in-house endodontist handles the tougher root canal cases without a referral across the county.
Children in Upper Deerfield Township start at the Charles F. Seabrook School, then move up through the Moore and Woodruff schools before high school at Cumberland Regional. Each stage brings its own dental milestones, from the first permanent molars to wisdom teeth in the late teens. Planning cleanings around school breaks keeps those milestones from catching anyone off guard.
Teens at Cumberland Regional often reach the age when wisdom teeth start to crowd in. Our oral surgery care covers impacted wisdom teeth, with dental sedation available and clear recovery guidance for the days after. Scheduling the procedure during a school break keeps missed classes to a minimum. A consultation and x-rays come first, so parents know the plan before anything is booked.
Adults in Upper Deerfield Township who have put off care for a few years are welcome too. A full exam, digital x-rays and a gum check give us a clear starting point. From there we explain each option and its cost before anything begins.
Treatment Options With a Dentist Near Upper Deerfield Township
Endodontics
Root canal therapy, endodontic retreatment, and pulpotomy or pulpectomy for children's primary teeth all happen here. Upper Deerfield patients with a throbbing tooth avoid a separate specialist office. Our endodontist works on site.
Cavity Repair
Tooth-colored composite fillings, digital ceramic crowns and safe replacement of old silver fillings restore damaged teeth. Crowns come in zirconium or lithium disilicate. Root canals fall under this care as well.
Oral Surgery
Impacted wisdom teeth, extractions, bone grafting and implant placement are part of our surgical care. Dental sedation is available for these procedures. We provide clear pre-op and recovery guidance for teens and adults.
Implants & Dentures
Titanium implants, full and partial dentures, and dentures that snap onto 2 to 4 implants replace missing teeth. TeethXpress® treatment uses Laser-Lok implants. It is a common starting point for grandparents.
Cavity & Disease Prevention
Regular check-ups, cleanings, digital x-rays and sealants help Woodruff and Seabrook School students skip fillings. Adults receive an oral cancer screening at routine visits.
Meet Your Elmer Dental Team
Our in-house endodontist, Chiara Y. Quick, DDS, completed her residency at Temple University and has belonged to the American Association of Endodontics since 2016. Her bio calls her one of a select few practicing endodontists in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to achieve Board Certification. General dentist Dr. Leyla Abdulhay leads everyday care, from cleanings to crowns.
Insurance & Financing
We work with a long list of PPO plans, including Delta Dental, Cigna, Guardian, MetLife and Horizon BCBS. Our insurance page spells out the policy: "WE DO NOT TAKE ANY HMO'S, DMO'S, MEDICAID OR MEDICARE – if not part of a PPO plan we do take." CareCredit and Sunbit financing are also available.
What Others Are Saying
Quick appointment and the service was excellent. Everybody was very helpful and friendly.
Jim J.
The dentist and team at Dental Arts Group in Elmer are very thorough and kind. I’m very pleased with the dental work I have received at this office. I would recommend anyone to have their dental work done here.
Linda B.
Great group of people. The dentist is awesome, everyone is friendly, quick service. Just a great experience all the way around.
Kerry Ann L.
Exceptional care and professionalism. From registration desk to hygienist, very well done. Hygienist had a very good touch. It was my least painful experience in many years. They also thoroughly explained procedures and gave recommendations for future care. I would definitely recommend Dental Arts Group of Elmer as the place to go for dental work.
James H.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Dental Arts Group from Upper Deerfield Township, and how do I get there?
The drive is about 9 miles and takes around 15 minutes from the township municipal building in Seabrook. You follow NJ 77 north, turn right on Shirley Road (CR 611), then take State Street to Front Street in Elmer. Families wanting a dentist near Upper Deerfield Township can make the whole trip on one main highway.
What should patients from Seabrook, Seeley and Carlls Corner bring to a first visit?
Bring a photo ID, your dental insurance card if you have one and a list of current medications and health conditions. Any recent x-rays from a previous dentist are helpful too. For Cumberland County patients, the first visit is the DAG Comprehensive Exam, which includes an insurance breakdown, so you leave knowing what your plan may cover.
What can Upper Deerfield Township parents do about a child who grinds at night?
Mention it at the next checkup. Grinding is common in young children and often fades as baby teeth give way to permanent ones. The dentist looks for worn enamel, chipped edges or jaw soreness. If the wear is heavy or headaches appear, a custom night guard made from a quick digital scan may be discussed once the teeth are ready.
Should adults with diabetes see the dentist more often?
Often, yes. High blood sugar makes gum disease more likely and harder to control, and gum infection can make blood sugar harder to manage. Tell the dentist about your diabetes and medications at every visit. Regular cleanings, gum screenings and, when needed, periodontal maintenance help keep inflammation in check and protect the teeth over time.
Does the Elmer office have a root canal specialist on staff?
Yes, Chiara Y. Quick, DDS, is an endodontist who treats root canals and retreatments at our Elmer office. She trained in endodontics at Temple University after a general practice residency at NYU Langone Medical Center. Having her in-house means fewer trips and one set of records for your care.
Schedule Your Visit from Upper Deerfield Township
Call 856-746-6445 and our front desk will set up a time that fits your work and school week. A dentist near Upper Deerfield Township is just one drive up Route 77. Explore the other towns we welcome on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist Elmer, NJ homepage for hours and specials.
