Free Dental Consultation in Paterson, NJ
NÜVA Smile's Paterson office, Suite 6 at 1010 Palestine Way, offers a free dental consultation with no obligation. A dentist examines your teeth and gums, takes imaging only when it's needed, and gives you a written estimate, usually in 30 to 60 minutes. The office is closed on weekends, and Wednesday hours run until 7 PM. Call 973-225-9975.
What's included in a free consultation at the Paterson office?
Your free consultation in Paterson is a no-charge, no-obligation visit. A dentist listens to the reason you came in, checks your teeth, gums and bite, orders X-rays only if the case needs them, and hands you an itemized estimate covering insurance, CareCredit® or in-house financing options.
Free Consultation
No obligation
- LengthAbout 30–60 minutes
- IncludesOne-on-one talk with a dentist · exam of teeth, gums and bite · digital X-rays only if clinically needed · written plan and cost estimate
- Payment helpMost insurance · CareCredit® · in-house financing · NÜVA Solutions Membership Club
Where is NÜVA Smile's Paterson office and how do I get there?
The Paterson office is Suite 6 at 1010 Palestine Way, Paterson, NJ 07503, on the South Paterson shopping and dining corridor many locals know as the city's Palestinian business district. Drivers can enter the full address into GPS, and bus riders usually connect from Broadway Bus Terminal or Paterson Station.
Driving to Palestine Way
From downtown Paterson and the Broadway area, head toward Palestine Way and continue to number 1010. The office is on the main retail stretch. If you're coming off Route 80 or from elsewhere in greater Paterson, use local roads toward Palestine Way and enter "1010 Palestine Wy #6, Paterson, NJ 07503" exactly. Many visitors recognize the street before they notice the suite number, so look for Suite 6 once you're on the block.
Arriving by public transit
NJ TRANSIT's Broadway Bus Terminal at 22 Broadway and Paterson Station are the two main arrival points. From either, a short local bus connection or rideshare brings you into the Palestine Way commercial area. Riders from New York can reach the Broadway terminal through NJ TRANSIT's regional bus network.
Who will I see at the Paterson office?
Three dentists are listed at the Paterson office: Dr. AWS Daraldik, Dr. Scott Barker, and Dr. Omar Abukwaik. Dr. Daraldik earned his DDS at the University at Buffalo in 2022 after a research fellowship at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He also completed a year in the master’s program in preventive and interceptive orthodontics at the Faculty of Dental Medicine of Monastir in 2012. Dr. Scott Barker earned his DMD at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and completed a General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr. Omar Abukwaik earned his DMD at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and completed a General Practice Residency at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Paterson.
The Paterson team speaks Arabic, Spanish, Polish, Russian, and Ukrainian, and the office is accessible to patients with disabilities. Panoramic digital X-rays are taken on site.
When is the Paterson office open?
Paterson is a weekday-only office: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and Wednesday from 11 AM to 7 PM. It's closed Saturday and Sunday. If you need a weekend appointment, NÜVA Smile's Haledon and Clifton offices both open on Saturday mornings.
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Paterson visit planner
- Latest weekday hoursWednesday until 7 PM
- WeekendClosed. For Saturdays, try Haledon (9 AM–2 PM) or Clifton (8 AM–1 PM)
- Transit hubsBroadway Bus Terminal (22 Broadway), Paterson Station
- LanguagesEnglish, Arabic, Spanish, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian
Which nearby towns does the Paterson office serve?
Besides Paterson's 07503 ZIP code, the Palestine Way office is convenient for patients in neighboring Clifton, Prospect Park and Haledon, all in Passaic County. Drivers from the wider area reach Paterson via Route 80, and riders from New York connect through NJ TRANSIT's Broadway Bus Terminal.
- What happensTalk, exam, imaging if needed, written plan and estimate
- Book it if…You have a specific concern or a treatment decision to make (implants, braces, veneers, a second opinion)
- ObligationNone
- What happensInitial X-rays, exam and cleaning
- Book it if…You’re due for a routine check-up and cleaning
- ObligationNone
Book your free consultation at the Paterson office
This form books Suite 6 at 1010 Palestine Way. To speak to the Paterson front desk, call 973-225-9975.
Paterson office FAQs
Is the Paterson office open on weekends?
No. The Paterson office is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Its longest day is Wednesday, 11 AM–7 PM. For a Saturday visit, the Haledon office at 397 Haledon Avenue is open 9 AM–2 PM, and the Clifton office at 1240 Main Avenue is open 8 AM–1 PM.
How do I get to the Paterson office by public transit?
NJ TRANSIT’s Broadway Bus Terminal at 22 Broadway and Paterson Station are the two main arrival points. From either one, a short local bus ride or rideshare brings you to Palestine Way. NJ TRANSIT’s MyBus tool shows live arrival times for the local connection.
Does the Paterson team speak Arabic?
Yes. The Paterson team includes members who speak Arabic, as well as Spanish, Polish, Russian and Ukrainian, so you can talk through your concerns and your treatment plan in your own language. Mention your preferred language when you book so the office knows ahead of time.
Does the Paterson office accept Medicaid?
Yes. The Paterson office accepts Medicaid and most major dental insurance, and it can also bill medical insurance for qualifying procedures. If you’re uninsured, NÜVA Smile’s membership club covers routine exams, cleanings and X-rays for 12 months.
What qualifications do the Paterson dentists have?
Dr. Daraldik completed a year of orthodontics graduate study in Monastir, a Rutgers research fellowship, and a DDS from the University at Buffalo. Dr. Scott Barker is a Rutgers DMD who completed a General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center, and Dr. Omar Abukwaik is a Tufts DMD who completed a General Practice Residency at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Paterson.
