We work on people, not just teeth. The dentists and hygienists in our practice are skilled professionals, adept at treating dental issues with care for the whole person. Our staff is experienced and dedicated to the care of our patients. We protect, preserve, improve and sometimes replace teeth.

Meet our dentists at Alpha Dental Center and Alpha Dental affiliate offices. Our friendly and dedicated team of dentists are committed to working with you and your family to create a positive dental experience ~ because at Alpha Dental Center the patient experience is everything!

Dr. Salem established Alpha Dental Center in 2002, three years after his graduation from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. While he is active in his practice, he also oversees all Alpha Dental and Alpha Dental affiliate offices throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and Rhode Island. He advises office managers on treatment plans, insurance services and customer service excellence.

When he was younger, Dr. Salem spent time in Virginia, Texas and the West Bank (Palestine). That gave him a broad view and understanding of many people and lifestyles. His marriage and family (a daughter and two sons) have shown him the importance of a family-focused practice.

Dr. Kiely graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry I, 2012 and moved to Massachusetts to practice dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the Massachusetts Dental Society and stays abreast of the latest methods through continuing education. She enjoys all aspects of dental practice and working with patients of all ages.

Dr. Shakarchi is a native of Michigan, where he graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy Dental School with high honors in 1997. Eight years later he moved to Boston, and eventually joined Alpha Dental Center and affiliated offices. Dr. Shakarchi has taken hundreds of hours of continuing dental education in such topics as cosmetics, dental implants, and comprehensive treatment. He has treated many patients with full mouth rehabilitations, bringing them back to a happier quality of life. In his spare time he travels with his wife and children.

Dr.Lazarova earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1994 from the Medical University of Sophia, Bulgaria. Then, in 2010, she graduated from the New York University College of Dentistry. Now, with over 10 years of experience in general dentistry, she has brought her training and skills to Alpha Dental Center.

Dr. Patel earned his first degree in dentistry at Gujarat University in his homeland of India. In a move to expand his opportunities he went to the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he earned his Masters Degree in Public Health before completing his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Boston University Henry S. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Patel believes in continuing education to expand his knowledge of general dentistry.

Dr. Maliha Qadri is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She completed her Bachelors Degree in Molecular and Microbiology at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Qadri has experience working with all age groups; her focus is to provide comprehensive dental care for the entire family (including children from the age of 1). She has been with the Alpha Dental family since 2017.

Dr. Shruti Mantravadi graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 2017. She moved to Massachusetts to practice dentistry. She is a member of Providence study club through which she stays updated with the latest advances in dentistry. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry and believes in forming and nurturing lifelong relationships through patient care. Shruti likes reading and baking in spare time.

Dr. Goncalves is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dental Medicine, 1985.He was born and raised in New Bedford, Massachusetts and has spent his entire career treating patients in the Providence area and Southeastern Massachusetts.

Dr. Pinilla got her DMD from Boston University in 1996. Upon graduation Dr Pinilla attended Tufts University, where she got her degree in Orthodontics. Dr Pinilla provides personalized Orthodontics for children, teens, and adults. Whether the patient prefers traditional metal braces or looking for a more aesthetic solution of treatment using Invisalign. She has two children and enjoys playing tennis and attending her childrens activities.

Dr. Bhanu Lamba brings to the table a unique combination or restorative and surgical dentistry. He has extensive surgical training and experience, including 2+ years of post graduate internship at oral surgery dept of Metro health medical center in Cleveland, OH. And over 1 year of similar training at a hospital in India.

He offers complete care for his patients. This includes a range of services from the removal of teeth to restoration of function and smile with or without implants. He is proficient in teeth in a day and all on 4 or 6 type full mouth rehabilitations. Patients are able to get all these services at the same location.

Dr. Manaf Alkurdi is a graduate of Damascus University Faculty of Dental Medicine where he also completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry; upon completion of his education, he practiced dentistry in Egypt where he continued his education and trained to place and restore implants.

When he moved to the United States Dr. Alkurdi was working at The Forsyth Institute, the leading center for dental and craniofacial research; his fellowship focused on the treatment for oral cancer by targeting the cancer stem cells.

In 2016, Dr. Alkurdi attended a 2 year advanced standing program at Boston University; his advanced education program included digitally restoring teeth and implants using CAD-CAM technology, prosthetically driven implants using 3-D imaging and surgical guides, Invisalign orthodontic devices, 3D Printed removable prosthesis, implant retained dentures, and the use of state of the art materials for crown and bridge restoration. He currently resides in Johnston, Rhode Island.

After being fortunate to see, travel and live in different parts of the world. He looks forward to building on his dental career in Providence. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, biking and trying different cuisines at local restaurants. Last, but most important, as a newly wed, he and his wife hopes to make the greater Providence area his family community.

Dr. Trivedi earned her DDS degree from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Trivedi has received special training in placing dental implants. She is also Invisalign certified and recognized as one of the Top 100 providers of the nation. and is committed to continuing education; she is a proud member of the American Dental Association (ADA) and Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).

Dr. Trivedi is happily married to a neurologist; during her free time, she enjoys travelling with her husband, cooking, and reading. She treats her patients and makes sure they walk out of the office with a big, confident smile.

As a 2011 graduate of Boston University Dental School, Dr. Sean Collins provides a fresh, new perspective and skill set to Hull Family Dental. Prior to obtaining his DMD degree at B.U., Dr. Collins received his B.S. degree in Biology from Oakland University in Michigan and completed an internship at Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida, Ft. Myers, Florida, which has contributed to his extensive postgraduate training and experience in all aspects of general dentistry. He is a certified Invisalign dentist and has also completed training in implants, cosmetic procedures, periodontal maintenance (continuing care of gums) and root canal therapy. Since graduating, Dr. Collins has continued to gain knowledge and skill with many continuing education courses.

Dr. Collins grew up in Michigan and moved to the Boston area several years ago where he lives with his wife Emma and their dog Cooper; he is still an avid University of Michigan sports fan and enjoys movies, playing trivia and sports. He is a member of American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, Spear Continuing Dental Education group and South Shore Dental Society.

Dr. Hesham Fouda attended a 2 year advanced standing program at Boston University Henry S. Goldman School of Dental Medicine where he received his advanced education on the most recent dental technologies offered. His advanced education program included using latest materials for bridges and crowns restorations. Restoring implants using CAD-CAM technology, Invisalign orthodontic devices, 3D Printed removable prosthesis and implant retained dentures.

Dr. Shehadeh was born and raised nearby in Coventry, RI. He earned his undergraduate degree Summa Cum Laude from the University of Rhode Island. He then completed his dental training at Boston University School of Dental Medicine and earned his doctor of dental medicine degree (DMD) Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Shehadeh furthered his education by completing a post-graduate residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, where he achieved advanced clinical skills in all facets of dentistry. Dr. Shehadeh is energetic, well-trained, and enthusiastic about providing high quality care to each of his patients. He is an active member of community outreach programs that provide oral health care to various underserved communities in the Boston area and overseas. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, hiking, snowboarding, and all Boston sports!

Dr. Dhanesha, a dentist with added skills in global public health, has always striven for exponential development in public relations and innovation. He moved to the United States with an aim to understand public health determinants across the globe; his accolades, inclination and dedication towards public health deemed him qualified for his advanced training at Boston University where he received his Masters degree in public health before his transition to dental school. Being approachable and a great listener, are a few of his imminent skills. His interests lie in a plethora of community outreach activities essential to being a healthcare professional. Upon graduation of dental school, Dr. Dhanesha worked in India as a general dentist for over 2 years. He is elated about his commitment to Hull Family Dental and is looking forward to serving integral roles within the community.

From Baghdad to Massachusetts. Dr. Al-Kazaz was born in Baghdad, Iraq; you might say that following a path in the medical field was imminent. His father is a surgeon, his mother is a Pathologist, MD, he has one brother who is a cardiologist practicing in New York City and another brother who is a Pharmacist in British Columbia. Dr. Al-Kazaz graduated from Jordan University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Dentistry in 2009, practiced dentistry in Kingdom of Jordan for a year and in 2010, moved to Canada where he continued his dentistry education while working in Toronto Community Center, and volunteered at Cancer Center Survivorship, Toronto General Hospital. He then moved to Boston where he continued his education, graduating from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2019 and has been working at Alpha Dental Center ever since. In his free time, he finds time to enjoy his passions he loves art, photography, playing chess, swimming and is a bit of a tech nerd.

Meet our staff at Alpha Dental Centers, we all care a great deal about our patients and pride themselves in having a loyal patient following. We all share a common goal of keeping ourselves on the cutting edge in both treatment and the way we work with our patients.