OUR TEAM
MEET DR. POLAN
“There’s more possible than you think… Life-transformations, I see those happen all the time” -DR. BENJAMIN POLAN
Dr. Benjamin Polan has over 38-years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry. Also specializing in sleep dentistry, Dr. Polan is a Diplomat wit the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and a member of AADSM (American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine).
Dr. Polan earned his B.A. from Connecticut College in 1975, majoring in Chemistry and Music History. He earned his Master’s degree in chemistry from Georgetown University and graduated from Boston University Henry M Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 1981.
After practicing for many years, Dr. Polan attended the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, achieving a graduate certificate in the Full Mouth Rehabilitation program.
Dr. Polan is married to Dr. Bonnie Polan, a professor of science and education, and has two children, a son in finance and a daughter who is an attorney. Dr. Polan currently resides on the north shore of Massachusetts and loves spending time with his family, including his Tibetan Terriers.
Tina - Office Manager
Tina is a Registered Dental Hygienist with over 10 years of experience in the dental field and loves working with patients of all ages. She earned her Master’s in Healthcare Administration from Regis College.
While she began her career in clinical care, Tina has recently shifted her passion toward sleep apnea and TMJ treatment. She played a key role in helping open the practice’s new location in April 2025 and now oversees administrative tasks, day-to-day operations, management, and marketing outreach.
Outside of the office, Tina enjoys traveling, discovering new restaurants as a true foodie, and spending time with her two dogs.
Maria - Clinical Assistant
Maria became a Dental Assistant through North Shore Community College in 2022. Originally from Guatemala, she is bilingual in English and Spanish and enjoys helping patients feel comfortable and cared for. Maria also holds her Phlebotomy Certificate and is always eager and motivated to learn new skills in the field of dentistry.
In her free time, Maria loves exercising, traveling to new places, and trying different foods.