Meet Alan Hecht, DDS
Dr. Alan Hecht approaches his work with kindness and passion, delivering patient-centered care that prioritizes comfort.
About Dr. Hecht
Growing up, Dr. Hecht’s father was a builder. Despite not being in the dental industry, his father suggested that—because Dr. Hecht was good with his hands—he should consider dentistry. In school, he discovered his passion for oral and maxillofacial surgery and hasn’t looked back. Dr. Hecht enjoys performing an array of oral surgery procedures, which is why he searched for a practice that offered a full scope of services so that he could use his expertise and experience to offer every patient a solution to any oral or maxillofacial issue they experience. He found that at Somerset Oral Surgery, where he has practiced since 1998.
While he takes pride in his work, he finds that the most rewarding part of his job is easing patient pain and restoring function. Dr. Hecht approaches his work with the understanding that most people dislike the dentist and find it to be intimidating or a source of anxiety. To combat these fears, he adds warmth and humor into his consultations to put patients at ease.
Education & Residency
Dr. Hecht received a bachelor’s degree in economics after graduating from Franklin & Marshall College 1988. Following graduation, he attended the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Dental Medicine to pursue his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. He completed his studies in 1994 before doing his residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He was a resident from July 1994 to June 1997 before being promoted to Chief Resident of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from July 1997 until 1998, when he completed his residency.
Memberships & Certifications
Dr. Hecht is board-certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. He has been recognized on New Jersey Monthly Magazine’s list of top dentists for seven years in a row and has published studies contributing to the advancement of the field of oral & maxillofacial surgery. He possesses an extensive resumé and is a member of many professional organizations including:
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Dental Association
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Central Dental Society
- Donated Dental Services
- National Dental Board of Anesthesiology
- New Jersey Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- New Jersey Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Outside the Office
Outside of work, Dr. Hecht enjoys trying new foods, collecting vintage watches, and traveling. He can often be found traveling with his daughter to watch her compete in equestrian competitions.