Utilizing evidence-based dentistry, we create an individualized plan for every child that comes to our office. We strive to create accessible care for every family that steps through our doors.
Our goal is to return to an idea of being a part of the community we are treating. We are local providers giving back to our community. We shop at the same stores, eat at the same restaurants, and our kids go to the same schools. This helps us identify with our patients and create a unique experience that is personalized for your child’s care.
Team
Meet Our Doctor
Dr. Alec Robin
Dr. Alec Robin opened this practice with the dream of treating his own community. Dr. Robin is a Los Angeles native who moved out when he was 17 to attend The University of Oklahoma in Norman, OK. Dr. Robin was a member of the NCAA men’s gymnastics team where he became a 2x NCAA National Champion and 5x All-American. He was the team captain of the 2015 National Champion winning team and a Nissen-Emory Award (the gymnastics alternative to the Heisman trophy) nominee. He completed his time at OU with a major in Biology and minors in both Spanish and Chemistry. He received Academic All Big XII, MPSF Scholar Athlete, and CGA Academic All-America Scholar Athlete awards all 4 years of college. He also received the Student Athlete of the Year award at OU in 2015 for his accolades in both athletics and academics.
Dr. Robin then continued his path to the northeast, finding his home in Philadelphia when he attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 2015. Dr. Robin focused his studies on treating children in need, graduating with honors in Community Oral Health. Upon graduation, Dr. Robin received the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Certificate of Merit Award, the highest award in pediatric dentistry given at UPenn. Dr. Robin also received the ADEA GlaxoSmithKline Preventive Dentistry Award, Penn Dental Medicine Community Dentistry and Pediatric Dental Health Award, and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Student Award of Merit.
Continuing his studies, Dr. Robin received his residency training as the chief resident at both the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Robin emphasized his training by working with children with medical complexities and children with disabilities.
Upon finishing training, Dr. Robin has been working as a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist in the Philadelphia area. Dr. Robin’s main areas of expertise include preventive dentistry, minimally invasive dentistry, treatment of children with dental anxiety, treatment of medically complex children, and treatment of patients with disabilities. Dr. Robin also gives pediatric dental lectures to the pre-doctoral dental students at UPenn, as well as the pediatrician residents and fellows at CHOP.
Outside of dentistry Dr. Robin loves trying new restaurants around Philadelphia. In addition, Dr. Robin is involved with a lot of community theater around the Philadelphia area. Hobbies include rock climbing, pickleball, volleyball and improv. Dr. Robin currently lives in Fishtown with his phenomenal wife, Amanda, and their adorable cat, Aggie.
Our Office
1122 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125
Public Transportation
We always recommend taking public transportation to get to us. We are easily accessible by the Market-Frankford Line at the Girard stop. We are also near multiple bus and trolley stops including the G Route 15 trolley at the Girard & Frankford stop, Route 5 at the Girard & Frankford stop, and Route 25 at the Girard & Frankford stop.
Parking
Street parking is available along Frankford avenue and in the neighboring side streets. We recommend closely reading parking signs as there are often time limitations. There is also a parking structure associated with the Rivers Casino that is available.