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About New Street Dental in Bethlehem, PA

New Street Dental is a neighborhood dental office at 920 N New Street, led by Dr. Gene Tunney. We care for patients of all ages, from first checkups to implants, in a calm and friendly office where you always know what is happening and why.

Patients of all ages
Same-day visits, schedule permitting
Same-day insurance estimates
CareCredit
Dr. Gene Tunney with the New Street Dental team
Front steps and sign of New Street Dental on N New Street920 N New StreetRight in the heart of Bethlehem, with easy parking
Our mission

Better oral health for every patient, and the know-how to keep it for life.

We offer complete dental care under one roof, and we spend time teaching you how to look after your teeth between visits. Healthy smiles last when you understand your own mouth and feel in control of your care.

Dr. Gene Tunney, DDS, general dentist at New Street Dental in Bethlehem, PA
DDS, NYU College of DentistryClass of 2018
Meet your dentist

Dr. GeneTunney, DDS

General dentist, New Street Dental

Dr. Tunney is a native of Abington, PA. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry in 2018, after graduating cum laude with a BA in Mathematics from Bloomsburg University. He has always known the Lehigh Valley and values its culture and work ethic.

He believes in long relationships with his patients. He takes time to understand your needs and concerns, then designs a treatment plan around them and explains it in plain words. Away from the office, he spends his time with his family and their golden doodle, Teddy.

2018
Doctor of Dental SurgeryNew York University College of Dentistry
2014
BA in Mathematics, cum laudeBloomsburg University
2010
GraduateAbington Senior High School, Abington, PA
General dentistryCosmetic dentistryRestorative dentistryRoot canal therapyGum disease treatmentExtractions and wisdom teeth
What we do

Care for the whole family, under one roof

From routine checkups to implants, most of your dental care can happen right here with the dentist who already knows you.

Preventive care

Exams, cleanings, fluoride, oral cancer screening and tips for brushing and flossing at home.

Restorative care

Fillings, inlays and onlays, crowns, bridges and partial dentures.

Cosmetic care

Teeth whitening, veneers and bonding.

Dental implants

Planned in 3D on our CBCT scanner, with custom surgical guides.

Root canal therapy

Treatment for an infected or inflamed tooth nerve, to save the tooth.

Gum disease treatment

Scaling and root planing, plus ongoing gum care.

Extractions

Tooth extractions and wisdom teeth removal.

Children's dental care

Kids and parents can see the same dentist, in a comfortable setting.

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Treatment room at New Street Dental with a red patient chair and wall-mounted screens
Patient-centered care

Built on trust, respect and open conversation

Your comfort comes first. Here is what that looks like at every visit.

1We listen firstTell us what worries you before anything starts.
2Every question answeredDr. Tunney explains what he sees on your X-rays and what your options are.
3A plan made for youTreatment matched to your needs and goals, with a same-day insurance estimate.
Our team

Getting to know the staff

Several of our team grew up right here in the Lehigh Valley. These are the people you will see at your visits.

K

Kim

Registered Dental Hygienist

A Northampton County Area Community College graduate (1982) with four decades of patient care: cleanings, X-rays and teaching prevention to patients of all ages. She likes using the intraoral camera so you can see your teeth and gums in real time.

Ask her about Disney, concerts or Broadway. Fair warning: she is a morning person, even on Mondays.
Leanne, dental hygienist at New Street Dental

Leanne

Dental Hygienist

Full bio coming soon.

Brittany, expanded functions dental assistant at New Street Dental

Brittany (Bri)

EFDA, expanded functions dental assistant

Born in the Lehigh Valley and raised in Berks County. Bri earned her associate degree in dental assisting at Berks Technical Institute, then her EFDA license. She polishes teeth, places sealants, makes temporary crowns, takes X-rays and assists with procedures.

Off duty: top down in her convertible, music up, or at karaoke with friends.
Liz, dental assistant at New Street Dental

Liz

Dental Assistant

Raised in the Lehigh Valley, Liz earned her bachelor's degree at Messiah University and trained at the Lehigh Valley School of Dental Assisting in 2020. She assists Dr. Tunney with fillings, crown impressions, root canals, extractions, implant crowns and X-rays.

She collects plants, knits and crochets.
D

Diane

Receptionist

Born and raised in the Lehigh Valley and a Northampton High School graduate. Diane is the warm welcome at the front desk and handles scheduling, insurance coordination and your questions.

Her love for her Lehigh Valley community runs deep.
Visit us

Find us on N New Street

Easy parking, right in the heart of Bethlehem. Patients come from across the Lehigh Valley.

New Street Dental office at 920 N New Street in Bethlehem, PA920 N New Street, Bethlehem

Office hours

920 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
Monday8am to 5pm
Tuesday8am to 5pm
Wednesday8am to 4pm
Thursday8am to 5pm
Friday to SundayClosed

Come meet Dr. Tunney and the team

New patients welcome. Same-day appointments whenever the schedule allows.