Dental Associates of Arlington

Dr. Rachana Vora, DMD

Dr. Rachana Vora is a Board Certified General Dentist with a specialty in Oral Conscious Sedation Dentistry. Dr. Vora has been practicing dentistry for over ten years, working closely with patients of all ages. Dr. Vora’s practices general and family dentistry including restorative, cosmetic, implant and sedation dentistry. Committed to providing the best advanced dental care, Dr. Vora keeps up to date on advances in the dental field and enhances her skills by attending postdoctoral courses in prosthodontics, endodontics and oral surgery. Dr. Vora is a member of the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation. Dr. Rachana Vora, DMD accepts the following dental insurances: Aetna, Assurant, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Delta Dental, Dental Health Alliance, Guardian, MetLife, and United Concordia. For patients looking for dental financing, she proudly serves patients from Arlington, MA, and all surrounding communities, including Belmont, Cambridge, Lexington, Medford, Somerville, Watertown, and Winchester. She offers flexible dental financing options through Care Credit, because we know that monthly payment plans can make it easier to fit the dental treatment you need into your schedule and budget. In terms of dental procedures, Dr. Rachana Vora, DMD offers General & Reconstructive Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, Cosmetic dentistry, Implant dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Endodontics, Periodontics, Orthodontics, and Sleep Apnea. Education Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Dental Medicine New York University College of Dentistry, Certificate in Clinical Research National Dental Board Certifications North East Regional Board Western Regional Examining Board Professional Certifications Conscious Oral Sedation (DOCS) Certificate Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate Invisalign Certificate Professional Memberships Member of the American Dental Association (ADA) Member of Massachusetts Dental Society Member of Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS) Member of BU Dental Society Member of Academy of General Dentistry Why should patients choose you as their provider instead of others in the area? Patients should choose me for the following reasons: • I am personable and always listen to patients • I am one of the few dentist who offer sedation dentistry • I give valuable and honest second opinions • I provide fast and responsive emergency care; you can connect with me anytime • I am a board certified General Dentist with over twelve years of experience

Dr. Jelena Simpson DMD

Dr. Jelena Simpson DMD is a General & Cosmetic Dentist at Dental Associates of Arlington. Dr. Simpson attended the University of Calgary where she received her undergraduate degree in Biological sciences with honors. She then moved to Boston where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, Cum Laude, from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. During her time at Boston University, Dr. Simpson was actively involved with the school chapter of the American Student Dental Association serving as a co-chair on it’s committee. She was also the recipient of several awards and honors throughout her professional training. After graduating, Dr. Simpson moved to Dallas where she worked in private practice for four years before returning to Boston with her husband. Dr. Simpson accepts the following dental insurances: Aetna, Aflac Dental, Altus Dental, Assurant, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Careington, Cigna, Connection Dental, Delta Dental, Dental Health Alliance (DHA), Dentaquest, Dentegra, Guardian, GEHA, Humana, Maverest Dental, Metlife, Signature Dental, United Concordia, United Healthcare, and Zelis. For patients looking for dental financing, she proudly serves patients from Arlington, MA, and all surrounding communities, including Belmont, Cambridge, Lexington, Medford, Somerville, Watertown, and Winchester. She offers flexible dental financing options through Care Credit, because we know that monthly payment plans can make it easier to fit the dental treatment you need into your schedule and budget. Dr. Simpson enjoys practicing all areas of restorative and cosmetic dentistry. She believes in working closely with each patient to understand their dental needs and tailor treatment specific to them. Her goal is to provide quality care that will result in long-term success and beautiful smiles.

Education: Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine

Dr. Annie Amsalem, DDS

Dr. Annie M. Amsalem, DDS, MSc is a Periodontist and Dental Implant Specialist at Dental Associates of Arlington. Dr. Annie Amsalem was born in Africa, raised in Paris and received her dental degree from Ecole Garancière (Paris VII) with honors in 1975. Dr. Annie (or Dr. Amsalem) joined our staff in 2004. She completed her advanced postdoctoral training at the Boston University Goldman School of Graduate Dentistry, where she received her specialty certificate in Periodontics and a Master of Science Degree with outstanding academic achievement in 1978. Returning to Paris upon graduation, Dr. Amsalem practiced quite successfully in her private practice until 1991, when she made the decision to return to Boston. Dr. Annie is trained in all aspects of periodontics, including gingival grafting for recession, crown lengthening procedures, pocket reduction therapies for periodontal disease, extractions, socket preservation with bone grafting, ridge augmentation to prepare areas for dental implants and multiple types of dental implants. Dr. Annie has published both in French and English and has participated in many continuing education seminars, both nationally and internationally. She places a great emphasis on keeping current in her profession. “Dr. Annie” as some patients refer to her, has a reputation for being a very gentle and compassionate clinician. She can tailor treatment plans to achieve each patient’s specific goals and address their treatment needs. Dr. Annie is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Periodontology.

Education: Boston University Goldman School of Graduate Dentistry

Dr. Elina Fooks, DMD

Dr. Elina Fooks, DMD is an Endodontist and Root Canal Specialist at Dental Associates of Arlington. Dr. Elina Fooks graduated cum laude from Brandeis University. She received her doctorate from Tufts School of Dental Medicine in 2000 and continued her training at New York-Presbyterian Hospital Cornell. In 2003, she graduated from the endodontics program at Tufts University, where she served on the faculty as an assistant clinical professor. Dr. Fooks procedures include root canals, endodontics retreatments, dislodged teeth, cracked teeth, and traumatic injuries. Dr. Fooks is a member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, and Massachusetts Association of Endodontists. She currently resides in Boston and enjoys cake decorating.

Education: Tufts School of Dental Medicine

Dr. Yimar Angell, DMD

Dr. Yimar Angell DMD (Dr. Angell) is a Board Certified General Dentist at Dental Associates of Arlington. After completion of her dental training, Dr. Angell has over 12 years of dental experience and has extensive training including Endodontics, Periodontics and Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Angell is dedicated to the newest advancements in Cosmetic Dentistry, Endodontics, and keeps up-to-date with the latest technologies. Dr. Angell accepts the following dental insurances: Aetna, Aflac Dental, Altus Dental, Assurant, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Careington, Cigna, Connection Dental, Delta Dental, Dental Health Alliance (DHA), Dentaquest, Dentegra, Guardian, GEHA, Humana, Maverest Dental, Metlife, Signature Dental, United Concordia, United Healthcare, and Zelis. For patients looking for dental financing, she proudly serves patients from Arlington, MA, and all surrounding communities, including Belmont, Cambridge, Lexington, Medford, Somerville, Watertown, and Winchester. She offers flexible dental financing options through Care Credit, because we know that monthly payment plans can make it easier to fit the dental treatment you need into your schedule and budget. Dr. Angell was born in Romania and grew up in Venezuela where she went to dental school for the first time. In her country she worked on building a very busy and successful dental office where she practiced for some years. She attended Boston University Dental School which offers an intensive program for foreign trained dentists where she received awards in Comprehensive Care and Productivity and obtained her DMD degree once again. Dr. Angell is a standing member of the American Dental Association, Boston University Alumni Association, International Dentist Association, Associate of the National Register of Providers of the National Health Ministry and Massachusetts Hispanic Dental Association.

Education: Boston University Dental School

Certifications: Endodontics Certificate