Dr. Ralph Sahakian I was born in Pennsylvania, raised in New York City, graduated from St. Johns University in New York, received my doctorate degree at Boston University of Dentistry in 1987 and I have practiced in the Worcester area for 30 years. I am member of the Massachusetts Dental Society, The Frank Spear Study Club, and the prestigious Seattle Study Club- A worldwide organization for the education, development, and advancement of implantology, for overall health and wellness. I am a proud father of 3 beautiful children. I enjoy spending time tinkering with cars and trucks, as well as snowmobiling.
Diane- Licensed Dental AssistantI graduated as a Dental Assistant from David Hale Fanning School of Health Occupations.Ive been working as Dr. Sahakians Chair Side Assistant for 29 years.In my spare time, I enjoy gardening and remodeling my home.
Erin S - Hygiene Floater I am currently attending Worcester State University, studying Public Health and Addictions Counseling- aiming to graduate this Spring! I will be attending Hygiene school at QCC this fall. Since I was little, I've always been fascinated with Dentistry. My hope for the future is to become a Licensed Orthodontist. I joined Dr. Sahakian and his phenomenal team February 2021 as a dental hygiene floater. In my spare time, I enjoy working out and traveling with my friends!!
Jill M - Dental Hygienist I graduated from Quinsigamond Community College in 2011 with an Associates Degree and have been working as a Registered Dental Hygienist since then. I am licensed to provide Local Anesthesia and CPR certified. Prior to 2011, I worked as a LPN and currently maintain my license in Practical Nursing since 2003. I am proud to work in an office that embraces integrity and excellence in patient care. I enjoy my family and spending time with my two sons in my spare time. I like arts and crafts, cooking, and home projects.
Laurie - Dental HygienistI graduated from Worcester Tech Institute in 1998 with a Certification in Dental Assisting.I worked in Orthodontics for 7 years before returning to school to pursue a dental hygiene career. I graduated in 2006 with a degree in Science. I achieved my local anesthesia license in 2011. I have been working with Dr. Sahakian for 3 years. In my free time, I enjoy my family, friends and my two cats, Luna and Milo.
Sue - Office Manager-Ive been in the Dental Field for 31 years. I started my career in 1985 as a Dental Insurance Claims processor. In 1990, I switched gears and worked for a local dentist. 15 Years later, I transitioned to an Office Manager Role for a local periodontist. I enjoyed that new role, which also included being a Seattle Study Club of Central New England Coordinator. In July of 2015, I decided to join Dr. Sahakians team as the Office Manager. It is an honor and privilege to work for such an amazing, dedicated doctor- who cares deeply about his patients and their dental needs. In my spare time, I enjoy going to the gym and spending time with my family. Ive been happily married for 30 years and blessed to have two beautiful children.
Mary L - Patient Care CoordinatorIve been working for Dr. Ralph Sahakian for 3 years, but in the dental field for 39 years. I graduated as a Dental Assistant from David Hale Fanning School of Health Occupations. I worked originally as a dental assistant in the periodontal field for a number of years. I decided to start my family and then eventually I returned to general dentistry working for Dr. Angelo Vangos, as a Patient Care Coordinator for 20 years. Once Dr. Vangos retired, I continued on with Dr. Sahakian. In my spare time, I enjoy the beach and spending time with my family.