Lewis I. Elson, DDS, FASDA, PC

Great Neck takes teeth seriously.

Lewis I. Elson, DDS, FASDA, PC has been part of the Northern Boulevard corridor for decades, tucked into suite 206 at 600 Northern Blvd. The practice handles everything from routine cleanings to more involved procedures—root canals, crowns, bridges, implants, and even sleep apnea appliances—without the drama some offices manage to stir up. Most mornings the lot across the street fills early, so timing a visit before nine can save a lap around the block.

Dental work isn’t glamorous, but it’s one of those things you notice only when it’s done poorly. Here the focus stays on precision: digital X-rays, same-day crowns, and clear aligners that actually fit. Patients who need sedation can opt for nitrous or oral meds, which keeps the experience predictable rather than theatrical. The office phone rings steadily, so calling ahead for an appointment slot is smarter than dropping in.

Directions are simple—Northern Boulevard runs straight through the center of town, and the building sits between a pharmacy and a real-estate office. For anyone unfamiliar with the area, the map will fill in the gaps. Reaching the office is a matter of dialing (516) 466-1000; the front desk picks up quickly, usually between nine and five.

Great Neck’s mix of postwar co-ops and newer condos means the waiting room crowd shifts throughout the day. Some mornings it’s retirees, others it’s parents with kids in tow. Either way, the drive from the Long Island Expressway is straightforward, and the parking garage behind the building rarely fills before lunch.