Neal R. Gittleman, DDS, FAGD

Dr. Neal Gittleman finds his greatest satisfaction in doing dentistry when he can help a patient regain personal confidence with a beautiful smile. Using the latest techniques in cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Gittleman has succeeded in helping so many patients change their lives with lasting effects. His gentle nature and easy manner has helped patients to relax and trust Dr. Gittleman from their very first visit. He believes patients should be well informed about what to expect in the dental chair and be an active participant in their dental care.

Dr. Neal Gittleman is the founder and owner of Somerset Dental Arts. His philosophy about doing dentistry is centered on putting patients first. He believes that treating people and not teeth will help him achieve the best results for his patients. Dr. Gittleman's dental team is well trained and has worked closely together for over 10 years, following Dr. Gittleman's leadership and mission in the practice. There is great satisfaction that Dr. Gittleman feels every day when patients praise his staff for the excellent dental care and attention they have received. Patients show their trust in Dr. Gittleman by referring friends and family to the practice on a regular basis. Providing high quality dentistry in Somerville, Hillsborough, Bridgewater, Manville and the surrounding areas to new people is what makes it all worthwhile.

Dr. Gittleman was awarded his DDS from New York University College of Dentistry in 1983 and his fellowship in 2003 to the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Gittleman has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, Endodontics and Dental Rehabilitation. He is also certified in Invisalign, invisible braces. He is a member of the American Academy of cosmetic dentistry, American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, and the Seattle Study Club.

Dr. Gittleman enjoys many hobbies and activities while not in the office. As a certified scuba diver, Dr. Gittleman has experienced unforgettable underwater adventures. He can also be found hiking and mountain climbing in the North Pacific, bike riding along the canal in Somerset and taking photographs of nature at every opportunity. In fact, Dr. Gittleman’s photographs can be seen decorating the walls of the dental office. He enjoys collecting wine and to many of his patient’s surprise, he plays the trumpet in a local ethnic-music band.

Dr. Gittleman is a native of New Jersey and enjoys life in the Garden State with his wife and two children.

Dawn Marie DiGrazia, DMD

Dr. DiGrazia is an associate dentist at Somerset Dental Arts. She joined the team in 1991, as a young high school student working in the position of part-time dental assistant She knew in her junior year of high school that she wanted a career in the dental field. Through college and dental school, Dr. DiGrazia continued to work as an assistant until she graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 2002, with her D.M.D. She continued her dental education with a residency at JFK hospital in Edison.

Dr. D’s easy nature and her love for dentistry are obvious whether she is treating a patient with a root canal, or performing cosmetic dentistry. She makes it easy for patients to follow through with their dental care. She takes great pride in being able to solve dental problems for her patients and helping them to regain confidence with a beautiful smile. The younger patients love Dr. D., especially those who stand taller than her!

Dr. DiGrazia is highly skilled in the field of general dentistry, with advanced training in Cosmetic Dentistry, Endodontics, and Dental Rehabilitation. She is also certified in Invisalign (invisible braces). She is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and the Seattle Study Club.

When not working in the dental office, Dr. DiGrazia enjoys spending time with her family at the beach or at home, watching her daughter and son grow. You can also find Dr. D. cheering on her favorite sports team with her husband, Louie – Go Steelers!

Jennifer Shu - Senior Hygienist

It is a beautiful bright warm smile that will greet you in the waiting room first before you’ll even hear her say, “Hi. I’m Jenn”. Your immediate reaction, as is the case with everyone Jenn meets is… Wow, how do I get a smile like that!?!

Jenn is our Senior Hygienist and has been part of our dental team for 10 years. She is best known for her easy nature and keen ability to relax patients during their dental visit. Each of us thinks we are the worst patient in the dental chair until we experience a true professional like Jenn who can help us forget our fears.

The role of the Dental Hygienist in the dental office has expanded over the years and this is certainly true in our office. Some of Jenn’s training includes screening for oral cancer, treating gum disease with root planning and scaling, whitening patient’s teeth with Zoom Whitening, and showing patients problem areas in their mouth with digital x-rays and the intra-oral camera. She is also helpful in answering the many questions we all have about our teeth and smiles, which sometimes we shy away from asking the doctor. Jenn is so easy to talk to and loves to hear what’s on her patient’s minds.

Jenn is a native of Somerset County and still lives close by her hometown of Somerville. When not in the dental office, you can find Jenn and her husband, Will working on their backyard or relaxing in the pool. Jenn also keeps very active as a new mom to her growing daughter, Leah. Ask to see a picture of her daughter… she’s precious!

Jane Hahn - Senior Dental Assistant

Jane Hahn has been a long-standing member of our dental team, joining Dr. Gitttleman’s practice in the fall of 1990. Jane is well known and well liked by all of our patients for her caring nature and gentle touch. Jane’s focus is always on the patient first. She provides a calming presence in the operatory allowing patients to relax during their dental treatment. It is Jane’s understanding of the patient’s concerns and giving them the reassurance they need that plays an important role in helping their dental visits go smoothly.

“I enjoy getting to know our patients, listening to them talk about their families and lives”, Jane comments. “I also feel very proud of the expert dentistry we provide for our patients, and the many new smiles that we’ve created.”

As senior dental assistant, Jane is sometimes called upon to train new staff members in the area of assisting and sterilization. She sees it as her responsibility to keep the high standards of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) that is so important in the dental office. Staying busy every minute of the day, Jane is invaluable to helping maintain the organization and appearance of our office.

Jane enjoys traveling and spending time in New York City with her husband, Rex. She takes great pride in the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren, and looks forward to spending the holidays with them, together every year. Jane and her husband, Rex are long time resident of Bridgewater, NJ.

Nicole Campbell - Treatment Coordinator/Assistant Office Manager

Nicole Campbell, treatment coordinator and assistant office manager has been a member of our team since August, 1998.

In her role as treatment coordinator, Nicole leaves no stone unturned. She focuses her energy toward giving our patients the most comprehensive information necessary about their dental treatment, along with payment options; scheduling needs and sometimes directions to their next destination (she’s wonderful with directions). Nicole sees it as her duty to make sure that our patients are well informed about all aspects of their treatment and helps them to achieve excellent dental health. She makes it a point to call patients who have medical issues to see how they are doing as well as calling patients who need to focus on their dental health first. She takes pride in working with patients who have difficulty with the English language, making them feel respected and well taken care of. Nicole loves helping others and feels most rewarded by the help she has given to so many patients over the years.

Nicole also serves as assistant office manager which is a role that comes naturally to her. She makes sure that our team is working together at all times to provide the best dental experience for our patients. Nicole treats everyone on the team like her extended family, something she feels in her heart.

Nicole grew up and still lives in Bridgewater, New Jersey close to her family. She is the proud mother of two young girls and takes pride in watching them grow. Her girls are the center of Nicole’s life and when not in the dental office, you can find Nicole and her girls enjoying life, together.

Melanie Fortunato - Receptionist/Financial Coordinator

Melanie Fortunato, our receptionist and financial coordinator joined our dental team in October 1998. It is Melanie who makes our office feel like home with her beautiful smile and gracious greeting when patients walk through our door. Melanie calmly and kindly helps new patients to become familiar with our office procedures and makes their experience easy and relaxed right from the start. She loves this part of her job, connecting with the patients and sharing stories of their lives.

As the financial coordinator, Melanie uses her 10 years of experience dealing with the ever-changing dental insurance companies to help patients receive the correct benefits they deserve. Following up on dental insurance claims and providing valuable information about the insurance benefits is a service Melanie provides for our patients. We are so grateful for the expertise Melanie has acquired in this area, which is so valuable to our patients who find insurance issues so stressful.

Melanie is an avid exerciser, enjoys watching her son play hockey and gives back to the community with her involvement in the Sharing Network, an organization for organ donation. Melanie graduated Ohio State University where she met her husband, Dan. Together they moved to South Brunswick, New Jersey over 20 years ago where they enjoy life with their two children.