Convenient Access from Somerton
Most Somerton families already know the Boulevard well, and that road brings them to Dental Arts Group in about 15 minutes. Our office is on Frankford Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia, a straight run south from the Far Northeast. Parents comparing options for a dentist near Somerton often like that one practice can see the kids, the adults and the grandparents. Dr. Karan Nadig handles checkups, fillings, braces, gum care and tooth replacement under one roof.
Begin at Watson Comly School at 1001 Byberry Road and drive east on Byberry Road to Roosevelt Boulevard (US 1). Ride the Boulevard south through the Northeast, then turn east onto Ryan Avenue, home to Abraham Lincoln High School. Crabtree Street, Rowland Avenue and Princeton Avenue carry you the last few blocks to Frankford Avenue, a trip of about 7.3 miles with no tolls.
The office sits at 7052-56 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135, between Brighton Street and Princeton Avenue in Mayfair, facing Tacony across the street. Tap the Google Maps pin for directions from your own block. Neighbors in Bustleton and Bensalem come down much of the same Boulevard.
Why Far Northeast Households Choose Our Frankford Avenue Office
Somerton sits at the very top of the city map, bordered by Poquessing Creek and the county line, with Roosevelt Boulevard along its eastern edge. Its streets fill with subdivisions built in waves between the late 1920s and the 1980s. Many of those homes hold families with school-age kids, and a growing number of households have arrived from Russia, Ukraine, India and Central Asia.
The area's history runs deeper than its postwar subdivisions suggest. The original Watson Comly School building on Trevose Road, an 1890s Colonial Revival brownstone, has been on the National Register since 1988. Today, its namesake school on Byberry Road serves younger children, and new families keep arriving in the streets around it.
New arrivals often need to start dental care from scratch, with no local records and plenty of questions about how dental coverage works here. The team handles insurance details for you, and the online new-patient forms can be filled out at home at your own pace. That makes the first appointment calmer for everyone, including kids who have never seen this office before.
Long-time residents bring a different set of needs. Fillings placed decades ago, crowns that have worn down and gums that have slowly receded are common at a first exam. Because Dr. Nadig enjoys every area of general dentistry, both groups can get their care in the same chair.
What Somerton Parents and Commuters Should Keep in Mind
School schedules drive a lot of family planning here. Children at Watson Comly, a public K-5 school on Byberry Road, are right in the years when permanent molars come in and the deep grooves on them start trapping food. Our cavity prevention care includes sealants, a thin protective coating over those grooves.
Commuters have their own rhythm. The neighborhood is served by two Regional Rail stations, Somerton and Forest Hills, plus SEPTA bus routes 58 and 84, and many residents drive the Boulevard every day. Early openings at 8:00 AM on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday let a driver fit a cleaning in before work, while Tuesday usually stays open until 6:00 PM.
Fridays are shorter, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM by appointment only, and the office is closed on weekends. Online scheduling and text reminders help busy families keep every visit on the calendar. If a tooth breaks after closing time, an answering service picks up the call.
Every new patient receives the DAG Comprehensive Exam, which includes periodontal charting, magnification, intraoral photos and a sleep-disordered breathing screening. Digital X-rays add detail with minimal radiation exposure. Together, they give parents and adults a clear starting map for the years ahead.
Treatment Options From a Dentist Near Somerton
Orthodontics
Crowded or crooked teeth often show up in the late elementary years. Traditional braces and clear aligners are both available, and adults who only want to straighten their front teeth can look at Six Month Smiles with tooth-colored brackets.
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams with oral cancer screening and digital X-rays are the backbone of a family visit. Toddlers can start early, and parents can line up their own cleanings on the same afternoon as the kids.
Implants & Dentures
A missing tooth can be replaced with a titanium implant, and a loose lower denture can be steadied with two to four implants. Full and partial dentures remain a good choice for some patients, and both paths are explained side by side.
Gum Disease Treatment
Gum problems rarely hurt at first, which is why each new patient gets a full periodontal charting. Results guide a personal treatment plan, and a hygienist shows you home-care habits that fit your mornings and evenings.
Meet Your Northeast Philadelphia Dentist
Dr. Karan Nadig has practiced dentistry since 2014 and describes himself as a generalist who enjoys every part of the field. He believes in lifelong learning, which shows in his memberships with the AGD, AAID, ADA and AACD. Patients get one dentist who can follow the whole family's care over time.
Insurance & Financing
Families without dental insurance can join the DAG Prime Savings membership plan, which bundles an annual exam and cleaning, a six-month check-up, two emergency exams and a discount on general treatment. The plan has no deductibles, copays or annual maximum. Insured patients can use many PPO plans, and new patients qualify for a free exam and X-rays for a limited time.
What Others Are Saying
This dentist is by far the best dentist I’ve ever had. He is extremely friendly, personable, and assembled a great team at his practice. I have recommended him to several friends and they all say he is great.
Charles J.
This quality, caring team is the reason I began seeing this doctor many years ago. Compassionate, kind, efficient, and accommodating. All of the ladies in the office are terrific. Thank you to each and every one of you very special and professional people!!
Carol U.
This team showed me how to regain my dental health and my smile. I am very proud to smile now and I eat wholesome foods like apples and fresh vegetables without a second thought. If you have similar concerns, I highly recommend getting an appointment. You will be glad you did.
Frieda G.
Awesome experience. The team was great, helpful, and welcoming. The doctor was very educational and informative about my dental health and procedures that I needed. The team and the dentist were very courteous and sensitive to my needs. I will definitely recommend this office to my friends and family.
Matthew T.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Dental Arts Group from Somerton, and how do I get there?
From Watson Comly School it is about 7.3 miles, usually a 15-minute drive. Take Byberry Road east, Roosevelt Boulevard south, then Ryan Avenue east before short turns onto Crabtree Street, Rowland Avenue and Princeton Avenue. For a dentist near Somerton that does not require tolls or I-95, this Boulevard route is the one most local drivers already know.
When should Somerton parents ask about braces for a child?
Ask at a routine checkup once adult teeth start coming in, especially if they look crowded or the bite seems off. Dr. Nadig watches how the teeth and jaws develop at each visit. Orthodontic options here include traditional braces and clear aligners for families across Philadelphia County. Spotting crowding early gives families more time to plan treatment and costs.
Can Somerton patients replace an old crown that looks dark at the gumline?
Yes, an older crown with a dark line at the gumline can be replaced with a new one that better matches nearby teeth. The dark edge often comes from a metal base showing as the gums recede. An exam and X-ray also check the tooth underneath for decay. Crowns are part of both the restorative and cosmetic care offered here.
How does Boulevard traffic affect a trip from the Far Northeast?
Rush hour adds time, since Roosevelt Boulevard carries heavy commuter traffic in both directions. A mid-morning or early-afternoon appointment usually keeps the drive close to its normal length. Families with an after-school slot on Tuesday often leave a few extra minutes for the Boulevard's lights before turning onto Ryan Avenue.
Is an electric toothbrush worth using?
It can be, though a manual brush works well when used for two minutes twice a day with gentle pressure. Many people find an electric brush makes it easier to reach back teeth and avoid scrubbing too hard. A soft head helps protect the gums from recession. Ask the hygienist to watch your technique at your next cleaning.
Schedule Your Visit from Somerton
A quick call to 267-351-8089 is all it takes to book with a dentist near Somerton who treats every age. You can also browse the full list of areas we serve, or head to our Dentist Northeast Philadelphia, PA homepage to learn more about the practice.
