Patient smiling in the dental chair at Afton Family Dental

Your neighborhood dentist on South Broad.

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What we offer

Everything your smile needs, under one roof.

From a same‑day toothache to a full smile makeover. Every treatment starts with a conversation, never a surprise bill.

Emergency Dental Care
Same Day Appointments

Emergency Dental Care

Toothache, swelling, a broken tooth. Root canals and extractions when needed.

Same‑day slots kept openPain relief firstRoot canals & extractions
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What we offer

Everything your smile needs, under one roof.

From a same‑day toothache to a full smile makeover. Every treatment starts with a conversation, never a surprise bill.

Emergency Dental Care
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Emergency Dental Care

Toothache, swelling, a broken tooth. Root canals and extractions when needed.

Call (215) 462‑6229Learn more ›
Dental Exam and Cleanings
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Dental Exam and Cleanings

Our New Patient Bundle: a 30‑minute cleaning, a comprehensive dental exam and a full set of X‑rays.

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Dental Implants
Replace a Tooth03 / 06

Dental Implants

A fixed, long‑lasting tooth that looks, feels and works like your own.

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Invisalign
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Invisalign

Clear aligners that straighten your teeth without braces.

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Whitening & Veneers
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Whitening & Veneers

Whitening in about an hour, or veneers for chips, gaps and deep stains.

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Crowns, Bridges & Dentures
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Crowns, Bridges & Dentures

Natural‑looking restorations, full and partial dentures.

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New Patient Offer

Your first visit, all in one.

$139New Patient BundleOne visit · about an hour
  • 30‑minute cleaning
  • Comprehensive dental exam
  • Full set of X‑rays

X‑rays as your dentist recommends.

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Your dentists

The same familiar faces, every visit.

Experienced, unhurried dentists who explain what they see before they pick up an instrument.

Dr. Chhitiz ShresthaLead dentist · DMD
About

A Penn Dental Medicine graduate practicing since 2011. Dr. Shrestha looks after everything from everyday checkups to implants, Invisalign and root canals, and always explains your options before treatment begins.

Trained atPenn Dental Medicine
SpeaksEnglish, Nepali, Hindi
FocusImplants & Invisalign
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Joining our teamDentist or hygienist
Dr. Chhitiz ShresthaLead dentist · DMD

A Penn Dental Medicine graduate practicing since 2011. Dr. Shrestha looks after everything from everyday checkups to implants, Invisalign and root canals, and always explains your options before treatment begins.

Trained atPenn Dental Medicine
SpeaksEnglish, Nepali, Hindi
FocusImplants & Invisalign
Book with Dr. Shrestha
Dr. Silva Vachhani, DDSDentist · DDS

An NYU College of Dentistry graduate who grew up in Central Pennsylvania. Dr. Vachhani is known for a gentle, detail‑minded approach and takes the time to explain every option, caring for patients of all ages from checkups to implants, Invisalign and cosmetic work.

Trained atNYU Dentistry
SpeaksEnglish, Gujarati
FocusImplants & cosmetic
Book with Dr. Vachhani
Profile coming soon
Joining our teamDentist or hygienist
Patient reviews

In their words.

4.8199 reviews4.8 out of 5 stars on Google

I had such a great experience at Afton Family Dental Care. The staff members were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Dr. Chhitiz was excellent — he removed my tooth so quickly and painlessly.

JJyoti P.Tooth extraction
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I had such a great experience at Afton Family Dental Care. The staff members were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Dr. Chhitiz was excellent — he removed my tooth so quickly and painlessly.

JJyoti P.Tooth extraction
1 / 8
Real results

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Insurance & payment

How will you be paying?

We take most plans, including PPO and Medicare Advantage dental.
  • We file the claimsYou don’t deal with your insurer. We send everything and follow up.
  • Your copay, agreed upfrontYou see exactly what you’ll pay before any treatment starts.
  • Free benefits checkWe confirm your coverage before your first visit, at no charge.
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No insurance? Still simple.
Start here$139New Patient Bundle: cleaning, exam and full X‑rays.Book the offer
In‑house discount planFrom $99/yearTwo free checkups a year and around 20% off most treatment. No deductible, maximum or claims.See plan details ›
No surprisesPrices agreed firstWe explain the cost of any treatment and agree it with you before we start.
We take most plans, including PPO and Medicare Advantage dental.
  • We file the claimsYou don’t deal with your insurer. We send everything and follow up.
  • Your copay, agreed upfrontYou see exactly what you’ll pay before any treatment starts.
  • Free benefits checkWe confirm your coverage before your first visit, at no charge.
Free coverage check
Free · we reply within one business day
Your first visit

No surprises, start to finish.

Here’s exactly what happens, from booking to walking out with a plan.

  1. 2 minBook online or callPick a time that suits you. Same-day slots are often available.
  2. Before you arriveInsurance checkShare your insurance details when you book. We check your coverage for free.
  3. 10 minMeet the teamA quick hello, a chat about any concerns, and a tour if you’d like one.
  4. About 60 minCleaning, X‑rays & examA gentle cleaning, digital X‑rays as your dentist recommends, and a thorough exam.
  5. 10 minYour plan, explainedWe show you what we found on screen and agree any costs before treatment.
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Visit us

Easy to find, easy to reach.

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1815 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19148 · East Passyunk Crossing
Monday10 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday11 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday11 AM – 3 PM
Thursday10 AM – 6:30 PM
FridayClosed
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4.8· 199 Google reviews

Loved by families across South Philly.

199 Google reviews

“I had such a great experience at Afton Family Dental Care. The staff members were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Dr. Chhitiz was excellent — he removed my tooth so quickly and painlessly.”

JJyoti P.· Tooth extraction

“The best Dentist I’ve ever been to. Had a cleaning, extraction and implant and they where all done quickly and well. Virtually painless much to my surprise.”

JJonathan F.· Cleaning, extraction & implant

“The office is clean and the staff is always incredibly friendly. The dentist is professional, thorough, and explains everything clearly.”

FFrank Z.· Patient for 5+ years

“Switched to this dentist about 6 months ago now and couldn’t be happier! Everyone from the front desk to the assistants are competent and very friendly. … Dr. Shrestha is thorough and highly skilled.”

MMichael D.· Switched dentists

“I had a crown come out a few weeks before leaving Philly and this office did an excellent job of fitting me into their schedule and taking great care of me.”

KKyle· Crown repair

“The doctors and staff are amazing! I just got a whole bunch of work done and it was quick and painless. Highly recommend this dental office”

RRegina Z.· Google review

“They took the time to explain what I needed done, then went as far as scheduling me before the New Year so I could maximize my insurance benefit! I was in and out quickly and everything was as smooth as possible.”

AAlex R.· Google review

“Afton Family Dental is top tier. … As soon as 2025 came in I made sure to go back to Afton to see Dr. Shrestha … The staff at Afton are amazing”

MMeriem P.· Returning patient