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In a word, our support staff is legendary. For more than 30 years, patients have chosen Welcome Smiles for not just the skills of doctors Mehta and Craigen, but because of the staff that surrounds them.
Our hygienists have all been with us for years, and are amongst the very best at what they do, as well as being a comforting, friendly face to our patients, with whom they have developed a strong relationship. We also provide them the latest dental technology, and have worked together to develop a comprehensive oral hygiene program that we feel offers the highest level of preventive dental care.
Leading Welcome Smiles into the future is Dr. Vivek Mehta. Dr. Mehta received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Boston University Goldman School of Dentistry in 2002. He has been practicing at Welcome Smiles for nearly a decade, becoming a full partner in 2008 and owner in 2012.
His accolades include:2013 Massachusetts Dental Society 10 Under Ten Award2011 Faculty Position with Spear Education (and current mentor)2009 Fellowship, Academy of General Dentistry2008 Fellowship, Misch International Implant Institute.
He is also a 2015 candidate for Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD). Dr. Mehta has extensive training in replacing missing teeth with dental implants, is skilled in Endodontic treatment (root canals), and is a specialist in TMJ disorders. In addition to handling a wide array of dental services, Dr. Mehta fully embraces the old-fashioned dedication to patient comfort that has always defined Welcome Smiles, and, as a result, has set down local roots to continue serving Auburn-area dental patients with the caring touch they have come to expect.
Dr. Craigen is a graduate of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in Newark, New Jersey. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Amherst College and his Masters Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Rutgers Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
After graduating from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine Dr. Craigen began his dental career as a general dentist resident at the New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. While there he was trained in a wide array of dentistry, including oral surgical procedures, molar endodontics, pediatric dentistry and more.
With a range of skills and knowledge of cutting-edge technology, he strives to offer modern services with the comfort of his patients in mind. His ultimate goal is to offer high quality care for a healthy, beautiful smile, in a compassionate environment. He is well versed in meeting the needs of his patients whether the case is complex or routine. Dr. Craigen specializes in the preservation of a healthy mouth, as well as the art and dynamics of a beautiful smile.
In 2014 he received the Dental Student Award given by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He was also a member of the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society, and was a member of the Deans List during his time at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He is a current member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Craigen worked at Four Corners Regional Health Center as an Extern in the Indian Health Service. He administered dental services to underserved members of the Navajo community. While there he performed tooth extractions, endodontic therapy, restorations, and sealants.