Convenient Access from Tennent
One county road links this old crossroads community with our office. Dental Arts Group – Manalapan is on Kilmer Drive in Morganville, about 9 minutes north by car. Residents comparing options for a dentist near Tennent will find that most of the trip is a single straight run, the same road many of them already use to reach work.
From Old Tennent Church at 448 Tennent Road, drive north on Tennent Road (CR 3) until it feeds into US 9 north. Stay on US 9 for roughly 1.3 miles, then exit straight onto Union Hill Road and turn into Kilmer Drive. The 4.5-mile drive has no tolls, and The Home Depot on Union Hill Road appears just before the final turn. Our address is 25 Kilmer Dr Bldg 3 Suite 216, Morganville, NJ 07751, and our Google Maps listing shows the last few blocks.
The community sits near the edge of Monmouth Battlefield State Park, so park visitors start from almost the same spot. Families a little farther west can see our Englishtown page, and those to the south can read about Freehold.
A Northbound Commute with a Dental Stop Built In
Tennent is an unincorporated community inside Manalapan Township rather than a town of its own. It grew up where County Route 522 crosses Tennent Road, and many consider it the historical center of the township. Our office is a few miles north in Marlboro Township, also in Monmouth County.
The area carries a long and layered story. Beyond its colonial church, it was also the center of a historic African American community dating to the early 1800s. Today it feels quieter than the busy shopping corridor a short drive away on US 9. Residents here tend to plan errands as one loop, and a dental visit fits that habit well.
That crossroads location shapes daily routines. The road heads north to US 9 and also meets Route 18 at Exit 29, so drivers bound for jobs up the corridor pass close to our door. NJ Transit routes 139, 64 and 67 also serve Manalapan Township for riders who leave the car behind. A dental visit placed at the start or end of that commute costs very little extra time.
Our hours lean toward working schedules. Tuesday opens at 8 AM, Wednesday stays open until 7 PM, and Monday and Thursday run from 9 AM to 6 PM. On select Fridays the office opens from 9 AM to 2 PM, and a call confirms which ones.
What Patients from This Crossroads Tend to Need
Commuters often put off dental work until something hurts. A cracked molar or a sudden ache on a Monday morning can derail the whole week. New patients in that situation can book our FREE Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which covers a visual exam of the problem area, an x-ray and a frank talk about treatment options.
Many of those urgent visits turn out to involve the nerve of a tooth. Root canal therapy, retreatment, pulpotomy and pulpectomy are handled through our endodontics service, and an in-house endodontist practices at this office. That keeps the next step close to home instead of a separate trip across the county.
Gum care is the other recurring theme. People with long drives and long days tend to stretch the time between cleanings, and gum problems can build quietly in that gap. A gum screening is part of regular care here, and patients who need more attention move into a structured periodontal program.
Appearance matters too for anyone who spends the day meeting clients or presenting. Professional whitening is one of the simpler ways to refresh a smile, and our team can also talk through take-home whitening. Neither requires more than a short visit to get started.
New patients usually begin with The DAG Comprehensive Exam, the full baseline visit that is typically repeated every 3 to 5 years. It covers digital x-rays, intraoral photography, a periodontal exam and an oral cancer screening. Cavities are checked under 2.5x to 6.0x magnification, and the exam even screens for sleep-disordered breathing. Any needed referral or prescription can be sent electronically.
What a Dentist Near Tennent Can Offer Under One Roof
Endodontics
Root canal therapy, retreatment, pulpotomy and pulpectomy are all part of this service. An in-house endodontist handles these cases in our Morganville office. For a commuter with a painful tooth, that means one location from diagnosis to treatment.
Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening is done right here in the office. The office also offers take-home whitening for patients who prefer to work on it in the evenings. Both options start with a quick conversation at a regular visit.
Healthy Gums
Scaling and root planing usually takes 2 visits under local anesthesia. Our DAG Periodontal Disease Program includes a re-evaluation one month later. Maintenance visits then follow about every 3 months, with a periodontist consultation when needed.
Implants & Dentures
Titanium implants replace a missing tooth with a post, an abutment and a restoration. The TeethXpress® procedure uses Laser-Lok implants. Full, partial and implant-supported dentures, held by 2 to 4 implants, are also available.
Patients missing a tooth often want to know whether an implant makes sense before committing to anything. New patients can schedule a Free Implant Consultation, which includes a thorough exam to judge candidacy and a personalized treatment plan. If dentures fit better, full, partial and implant-supported options are all discussed at the same visit. Nothing moves forward until you have seen the plan and the costs.
Meet Your Morganville Dental Team
Dr. Nicole Canney earned her DMD at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She then completed a one-year residency caring for veterans at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center in Pennsylvania. Dr. Tanious, our in-house endodontist, handles root canal care at the same office. Dr. Canney puts real weight on trust, so patients feel comfortable and confident in the chair.
Insurance & Financing
The office accepts cash, checks and most major credit cards, and it works with CareCredit and Sunbit for patients who prefer monthly payments. Costs are discussed before any treatment begins, so there are no surprises. The financing page explains each option in more detail. Patients without traditional insurance can also look at DAG Prime Savings, our in-house membership plan.
What Others Are Saying
The best dental care I have ever experienced! The professionalism and friendliness of the whole team is outstanding. I’ve been going with them for several complicated tooth implants and then for keeping up and cleaning. Every visit is like visiting friends. I couldn’t be happier with the results. I would highly recommend Dental Arts Group to anyone!!!
Robert S.
The doctor is a phenomenal dentist. She is very thorough with her examinations and talks you through all the procedures. The office team is so friendly and so accommodating. I am beyond grateful for being patient at this office.
Michelle R.
Going to Dental Arts Group in Manalapan is an outstanding experience. Whatever services I need have been met with expertise. Scheduling is efficient and the room where I just received a crown has a calming effect that is amazing. I don’t ever stress about going to visit this dental office.
Barbara M.
Best dental practice I have ever been to. They are kind, gentle, honest, and professional. Had an emergency and they took me right away. They do beautiful work! Been going here for over a year and I’m happy I found this place! Cheers!
Scott Z.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Dental Arts Group from Tennent, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 4.5 miles from Old Tennent Church, typically a 9-minute drive. Head north on Tennent Road, take US 9 north for roughly 1.3 miles, and exit onto Union Hill Road toward Kilmer Drive. Anyone who needs a dentist near Tennent can make the trip with no tolls and only one short highway stretch.
Can Tennent residents use the free emergency exam for a cracked tooth?
Yes, if you are a new patient, the free emergency exam and x-ray covers a cracked tooth. The doctor examines the problem area, takes an x-ray and then explains your treatment options. A small crack may only need a filling, while a deeper one often needs a digital ceramic crown to hold the tooth together and protect it from splitting further.
Who is the general dentist at the Morganville office?
Dr. Nicole Canney, DMD, is the general dentist. She earned her dental degree at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and completed a one-year residency serving veterans at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center. She grew up in Jackson and has spent most of her life in Ocean and Monmouth Counties. Her focus is building trust so patients feel comfortable and confident in the chair.
Does the office fit a northbound morning commute?
Yes, for most northbound drivers it does. Tennent Road leads straight toward US 9 and also meets Route 18 at Exit 29, and our office sits just off US 9 at Union Hill Road. A morning appointment adds only a few minutes to that drive. Tuesday opens at 8 AM, the earliest start of the week.
Is it normal for gums to bleed after I start flossing again?
Some bleeding during the first week or two is common, because inflamed gums are tender. With gentle daily flossing, healthy gums usually stop bleeding as the swelling goes down. If bleeding continues past two weeks, book a gum screening, since it can signal gum disease that needs a professional cleaning or a deep cleaning called scaling and root planing.
Schedule Your Visit from Tennent
Choosing a dentist near Tennent is easier when the office is already on your route. Call 732-561-1912 to book a time that fits your week. Nearby communities appear on our areas we serve hub, and our Dentist Manalapan, NJ homepage lists current offers.
