Expanded Care in Bedford: Meet Our New Orthodontic and Pediatric Specialists at Chestnut Dental
Needham, United States – April 13, 2026 / Chestnut Dental /
Chestnut Dental Expands Bedford, MA Team with New Dentists, Opens Appointments for Patients Who Have Been Waiting
Harvard-trained orthodontist and pediatric dental specialist join multi-specialty practice at 41 North Road, bringing expanded evening and Saturday availability to Bedford and surrounding Eastern Massachusetts communities
BEDFORD, MA — April 2026 — Chestnut Dental Associates, a leading multi-specialty dental practice serving families across Eastern Massachusetts, today announced the addition of new dentists to its Bedford, MA office at 41 North Road, Bedford, MA 01730. The expansion brings immediate relief to new patients who have been waiting for appointment availability at one of the region’s most sought-after family dental practices.
The growing demand for comprehensive dental care in Bedford, Burlington, Lexington, Concord, and surrounding communities had stretched scheduling capacity at the practice’s Bedford location, resulting in extended wait times for prospective new patients. With the addition of new providers, Chestnut Dental is now actively accepting new patients and has opened significantly more appointment slots across pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and adult dental services.
New Providers Bring World-Class Credentials to Bedford
Among the new additions to the Bedford team is Dr. Erica Frenkel, D.M.D., Ph.D., M.S.D., a board-qualified orthodontist whose academic and clinical credentials place her among the most accomplished specialists practicing in the greater Boston area. Dr. Frenkel earned her dental degree from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, where she received the Pierre Fauchard Academy Award and the Dr. Roy O. Greep Award for her contributions to the dental profession and literature. She simultaneously completed a Ph.D. in Microbiology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a distinction that speaks to her commitment to research-driven patient care.
Dr. Frenkel went on to complete her orthodontic residency at the University of Washington, where she earned a Master of Science in Dentistry. Her orthodontic research has been published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, one of the field’s most respected peer-reviewed journals. She now brings expertise in braces, Invisalign, and advanced orthodontic treatment to Bedford-area children, teens, and adults.
The Bedford office has also welcomed Dr. Rebecca Gollub, D.M.D., a pediatric dentist who joins the practice’s dedicated children’s dental team. Dr. Gollub works alongside established pediatric specialist Dr. Amy Regen, a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and multiple-year Boston Magazine Top Dentists honoree, to provide specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents in a warm, family-friendly environment designed specifically for young patients.
The new providers join a Bedford team that already includes Dr. R. Frederick Lambert, D.M.D., M.P.H., M.A., a Harvard-trained pediatric dentist and Boston Magazine Top Dentists honoree, and Dr. Michael Miskelly, D.M.D., an adult and cosmetic dentist recognized in Boston Magazine’s Top Dentists list in both 2021 and 2022. Together, the expanded team offers Bedford families coordinated care across every dental specialty under one roof.
What the Expansion Means for New and Existing Patients
For families and individuals in Bedford, Burlington, Lexington, Concord, Carlisle, Lincoln, and the broader Eastern Massachusetts region who have been on waiting lists or unable to secure timely appointments, the team expansion translates to immediate, tangible benefits:
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More appointment availability — Additional providers mean significantly more open time slots for both new patient exams and ongoing care, reducing the wait times that many families have experienced over the past year.
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Expanded orthodontic access — With Dr. Frenkel now seeing patients in Bedford, families no longer need to travel outside the area for expert orthodontic consultations, braces fittings, or Invisalign treatment. All orthodontic care is coordinated with the patient’s pediatric or adult dentist in the same office.
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Convenient extended hours — The Bedford office continues to offer evening and Saturday appointments with hours spanning Monday through Thursday from 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday from 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., making it one of the most accessible dental practices in the area for working professionals and busy families.
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24-hour emergency coverage — Chestnut Dental maintains round-the-clock emergency call coverage so patients always have access to care when unexpected dental issues arise.
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Full-spectrum family dental care — From a child’s first dental visit to adult cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, veneers, and everything in between, the Bedford office delivers truly comprehensive care across all ages and specialties.
About Chestnut Dental Associates
Chestnut Dental Associates is a multi-location dental practice with offices in Bedford, Needham, and Franklin, Massachusetts. The practice brings together a team of pediatric, orthodontic, and adult dental specialists who provide coordinated, evidence-based care in a warm, family-friendly environment. The practice’s mission is to provide a superior experience with the highest quality dental care, treating every patient as they would their own family.
Chestnut Dental’s providers have been recognized as Boston Magazine Top Dentists across multiple years and hold advanced training from institutions including Harvard School of Dental Medicine, MIT, Boston Children’s Hospital, Tufts University, and the University of Washington. The practice accepts a wide range of dental insurance plans and offers flexible scheduling, including evening and Saturday hours, at all three locations.
Schedule an Appointment
New and existing patients can request an appointment at the Bedford office by calling (339) 234-5075 or by visiting chestnutdental.com/bedford-dentist to submit an online appointment request. The office is located at 41 North Road, Bedford, MA 01730.
For directions, reviews, and additional office information, visit the Chestnut Dental Bedford Google Business Profile.
To learn more about the full Chestnut Dental team, visit the Meet Our Dentists page. Information about the Needham and Franklin offices is available at chestnutdental.com/needham-dentist and chestnutdental.com/franklin-dentist.
Contact Information:
Chestnut Dental
87 Chestnut St #1
Needham, MA 02492
United States
Dr Anne Hertzberg
https://chestnutdental.com
