Dr. Craig Fine

One thing about Englewood Avenue: the dentist that most locals quietly trust sits right on E Palisade, hidden in plain sight. Dr. Craig Fine takes the crunch out of checkups, from invisibly clean crowns to painless fillings, without leaving you staring at another generic waiting room magazine. The practice handles routine cleanings and children’s dentistry just as easily as it fits you with a bright, long-lasting veneer. X-rays get reviewed on the spot, and they’ve been known to squeeze in emergency abscesses same-day when the schedule allows. After all, teeth don’t wait for next week’s free slot.

If you’re rolling up from Route 4 or hopping off the 173 bus, pull into the first open space and head to 240 E Palisade Ave Apartment 11c. Dial (201) 569-9393 while you walk, and they’ll confirm your slot before you even reach the buzzer. Their map is precise—use these directions to avoid the pothole by the hydrant. The place is an unassuming beige door on the second floor; no flashy signs, just good teeth on the other side.