The Somerset Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Group has been providing compassionate care to generations of Somerset & Hunterdon county patients. With convenient hours, and offices in Somerville, Lebanon & Hillsborough we provide unparalleled access to care for both our patients and referring doctors.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery training requires additional years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from dental school. The doctors at Somerset Oral Surgery Group are oral and maxillofacial surgeons who manage a wide variety of conditions relating to the mouth, teeth, and facial regions. Our doctors practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with proficiency in dental implant surgery and wisdom tooth surgery. Our surgeons utilize techniques designed to rebuild bone structure with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort. Our office can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, and fractures.
At Somerset Oral &Maxillofacial Surgery Group, our team of nurses and dental assistants are specially qualified to assist with Intravenous (IV) sedation and outpatient general anesthesia in our state-of-the-art office setting. Our staff continuously monitor our patients during and after surgery to ensure a pleasant experience.
The surgical staff at Somerset Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Group are experienced, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and oral and maxillofacial surgical assistants, who assist in the administration of IV sedation and surgery. Our staff of experienced administrative personnel, are well trained in health and dental insurance policies, and are CPR certified.
Dr. Robert Albin received his D.D.S. degree from New York University College of Dentistry. He completed aone yeargeneral dental residency at Middlesex General Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He then completed his internship and residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons at the Harlem Hospital Center in New York City.
Dr. Albin has served on the Hillsborough Township Board of Health, the Multi-Specialty Advisory Committee of Blue Cross/Blue Shield, New Jersey State Board of Dentistry Committee on Parental Conscious Sedation, New Jersey State Board of Dentistry Committee on Multiple Oral Pre-Medications and committees of Somerset Medical Center and the New Jersey Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Heis a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology.
Dr. Robert Albin has been in private practice since 1980. He is the past Chief of Oral Surgery at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset and the Chairman Emeritus of the Anesthesia Committee of the New Jersey Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Albin is past president of the Central Dental Society 1986-1987, past president of the Central Dental Society of Anesthesiology 1986-1988, past trustee of the New Jersey Dental Association.
Dr. Joel Efron was born in Brooklyn and raised in Queens, New York. Dr. Efron has been a resident of New Jersey since 1981. After attending State University at Albany, Dr. Efron attended dental school at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated with honors & was given a prestigious award at graduation. In 1981, Dr. Efron spent three months at the Queen Victoria Hospital in England doing Oral Surgery. Dr. Efron has been in private practice since 1981.
He has served as the chief of Oral Surgery and Chairman of the Dental Department on numerous occasions at Somerset Medical Center which is now RWJ Somerset. Dr. Efron is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He is a member of the American Dental Association. He is also a member of the New Jersey Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Efron & his wife and two children reside in New Jersey. Dr. Efron and his family are avid animal lovers. He and his family have been involved with taking in abandoned animals and have rescued many dogs over the years and plan to continue to do so. Dr. Efron loved skiing and wind surfing and presently still enjoys outdoor activities with his family.
Dr. Alan Hecht was born in Newark and raised in Parsippany.Dr. Hecht is proud to call New Jersey his home. After attending Franklin and Marshall College, he went to dental school at The University of Pennsylvania where he graduated with honors. He completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/ Montefiore Medical Center.
Dr. Hecht is very involved in the community and local hospital. He is the current Chief of Oral Surgery at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. He is also the Past President of the New Jersey Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the Past Chairman of the Department of Dentistry at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center Somerset. Dr. Hecht is a Diplomate of The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and The National Dental Board of Anesthesiology.
Reviews
Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 4 reviews
Sort by
newest oldest highest lowestReese Young
5 years ago
Growing up I always heard about wisdom teeth surgery hurting bad and taking a while to recover. Finding out I had four compacted wisdom teeth scared me. I would recommend them 10 out of 10 times. They helped me understand why I needed surgery, how it was going to be done, and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way... from the consultation to post surgery checkup. They do the surgery extreamly efficient with minimal invasiveness. Love Dr. Alan and his entire staff. Definitely telling all my friends to see him for their wisdom teeth.
Ddanizia876 Danzia
5 years ago
The doctor was amazing who performed the surgery on me. It was painless and he was very nice and great at communicating. My one big complaint was the assistant who was with him Rebecca. She called me in and didn't smile at all. She was negative and asked me questions about allergies in such a rude way. She looked like she didn't want to care for me and I was wasting her time by asking questions. Even when she was going through the after instructions, she was impatient with me and it felt like she just wanted me to leave. What a shame because I really liked the doctor.
Reese Young
6 years ago
Growing up I always heard about wisdom teeth surgery hurting bad and taking a while to recover. Finding out I had four compacted wisdom teeth scared me. I would recommend them 10 out of 10 times. They helped me understand why I needed surgery, how it was going to be done, and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way... from the consultation to post surgery checkup. They do the surgery extreamly efficient with minimal invasiveness. Love Dr. Alan and his entire staff. Definitely telling all my friends to see him for their wisdom teeth.
Ddanizia876 Danzia
6 years ago
The doctor was amazing who performed the surgery on me. It was painless and he was very nice and great at communicating. My one big complaint was the assistant who was with him Rebecca. She called me in and didn't smile at all. She was negative and asked me questions about allergies in such a rude way. She looked like she didn't want to care for me and I was wasting her time by asking questions. Even when she was going through the after instructions, she was impatient with me and it felt like she just wanted me to leave. What a shame because I really liked the doctor.
Prithvi Sridhar
7 years ago
Dentists did they their job perfectly well. But the billing department was literally begging for money. I've done payments to so many other medical offices and done part-payments(but within 3 months). But this is the only medical office where the billing department asks for a huge bounty ($500+) on an immediate basis. Mind you, this is not co-pay which I'm talking about, but the post billing which I owe, after insurance. I'd recommend this place if you've some good chunk of cash in your wallet, else look elsewhere even if you're referred here by your primary dentist!
Prithvi Sridhar
8 years ago
Dentists did they their job perfectly well. But the billing department was literally begging for money. I've done payments to so many other medical offices and done part-payments(but within 3 months). But this is the only medical office where the billing department asks for a huge bounty ($500+) on an immediate basis. Mind you, this is not co-pay which I'm talking about, but the post billing which I owe, after insurance. I'd recommend this place if you've some good chunk of cash in your wallet, else look elsewhere even if you're referred here by your primary dentist!
N
8 years ago
This is for the Clinton/Lebanon Office - Oral-Maxillofacial: Dr. Efron Joel DDS Was recommended by my Dentist in Fleminton, NJ whom I trust 100%. I will be honest in saying that I was a bit hesistant after reading the negative reviews on other websites, but really glad I went. I requested general anesthesia because he was removing two middle teeth from the bottom, remnant of a crown and cavity from tooth that popped in four pieces from getting a granola stuck in there. Not an easy situation in my opinion. Dr. Efron's staff was kind, patient and understanding since I was 20 minutes late for surgery. I was even more nervous because of that but the front desk receptionists out front were smiling up until I went in for surgery. My xray was on a large screen and the assistants took my care very seriously. As they were prepping me for surgery, every move made on me was explained beforehand and during procedure. Dr. Efron is serious about his dentistry too and after making sure I was comfortable, he continued in the same manner. Even when the laughing gas was making me sky high, before administering the general, I could see numerous people moving about to support the job that was done in an hour. I woke up slowly by a nice assistant who welcomed me from the beginning and helped escort me to the waiting room where I had to be chauffered home and attended to for 24 hours. They discussed all care and concerns with him (my dad) because I overheard her say, she won't remember and needs rest. I followed all instructions in a booklet that covered any and all concerns and felt only slight discomfort. I had no bleeding at all that evening (surgery was at 12 noon), and the numerous gauze pads they supplied me with are only 1/4 used. This was yesterday, and its 1:26pm the next afternoon and I had broiled flounder (its soft) and soft avocado for lunch about 30 minutes ago. Eating slowly and making sure to not use the areas where the stitches are. What really impressed me was that Dr. Efron called me personally, at 12noon exactly 24 hrs from surgery to see how I was doing. Very cordial and kind of him to take the time since his practice is very busy. He even asked me if I had any questions, which I did, and if I had anymore to call him at any time. No need for stitch removal because they dissolve. Back to my regular dentist for follow up to get a bridge. Think I will have a tapioca pudding for dessert and then rinse with dead sea salt from Israel which is completely pleasant than table salt which makes you gag and leaves a nasty taste. I will go back if I need to in the future. Thank you Dr. Efron and staff, well done!
N
9 years ago
This is for the Clinton/Lebanon Office - Oral-Maxillofacial: Dr. Efron Joel DDS Was recommended by my Dentist in Fleminton, NJ whom I trust 100%. I will be honest in saying that I was a bit hesistant after reading the negative reviews on other websites, but really glad I went. I requested general anesthesia because he was removing two middle teeth from the bottom, remnant of a crown and cavity from tooth that popped in four pieces from getting a granola stuck in there. Not an easy situation in my opinion. Dr. Efron's staff was kind, patient and understanding since I was 20 minutes late for surgery. I was even more nervous because of that but the front desk receptionists out front were smiling up until I went in for surgery. My xray was on a large screen and the assistants took my care very seriously. As they were prepping me for surgery, every move made on me was explained beforehand and during procedure. Dr. Efron is serious about his dentistry too and after making sure I was comfortable, he continued in the same manner. Even when the laughing gas was making me sky high, before administering the general, I could see numerous people moving about to support the job that was done in an hour. I woke up slowly by a nice assistant who welcomed me from the beginning and helped escort me to the waiting room where I had to be chauffered home and attended to for 24 hours. They discussed all care and concerns with him (my dad) because I overheard her say, she won't remember and needs rest. I followed all instructions in a booklet that covered any and all concerns and felt only slight discomfort. I had no bleeding at all that evening (surgery was at 12 noon), and the numerous gauze pads they supplied me with are only 1/4 used. This was yesterday, and its 1:26pm the next afternoon and I had broiled flounder (its soft) and soft avocado for lunch about 30 minutes ago. Eating slowly and making sure to not use the areas where the stitches are. What really impressed me was that Dr. Efron called me personally, at 12noon exactly 24 hrs from surgery to see how I was doing. Very cordial and kind of him to take the time since his practice is very busy. He even asked me if I had any questions, which I did, and if I had anymore to call him at any time. No need for stitch removal because they dissolve. Back to my regular dentist for follow up to get a bridge. Think I will have a tapioca pudding for dessert and then rinse with dead sea salt from Israel which is completely pleasant than table salt which makes you gag and leaves a nasty taste. I will go back if I need to in the future. Thank you Dr. Efron and staff, well done!
Load more