Looking for things to do this weekend, or a reason to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather? Look no further - May 20-22nd marks the Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend Parade and fireworks! The caring team at Wellesley Dental Group is excited to be the Fireworks and platinum sponsor again this year along with Roche Brothers. The Fireworks this year will be even bigger and better. Make sure to mark your calendars and spread the word. We look forward to spending the weekend with you and your family -keep a look out for our tractor float at the parade. Check out the schedule below and stay tuned for more blog posts with photos and a glimpse at all of the fun!

The 2016 Schedule is as follows:

Friday – May 20th 

10:00a.m.—4:00p.m.
Wonderful Weekend Sidewalk Sale
Linden Square

3:05p.m. - 6:00p.m

Annual Hunnewell Fun Fair*  — Hunnewell School PTO
Hunnewell Elementary School, 28 Cameron Street, Rides, games, crafts

7:30p.m

Sprague Spring Party and Auction*  — Sprague School PTO
Wellesley Country Club, 300 Wellesley Avenue

Saturday – May 21st 

7:00a.m.—2:30p.m.
Pancake Festival* at the Wellesley Middle School — Rotary Club of Wellesley
50 Kingsbury Street

7:00a.m.—2:30p.m.
Free Eye Exams at the Needham Lions Club Eye Mobile at the Wellesley Middle School — Needham Lions Club
50 Kingsbury Street

Saturday—Sunday

(decamp after parade)
18th Century Military Encampment at Town Hall Grounds

The Royal Irish Artillery, Tours all day, Cannon Firing on the half hour on Saturday
525 Washington Street

9:00a.m.

Wonderful Weekend Free Fitness Class with Pure Barre
Linden Square Courtyard, Click for required pre-registration

9:00a.m.—10:00a.m.
Centennial Reservation Trail Walk — Wellesley Trails Committee
Meet at 9:00am at Centennial Reservation parking lot off of Oakland Street

9:30a.m.

Wellesley College Walk with Professor Peter Fergusson
Wellesley College Academic Quadrangle, Green Hall

10:00a.m.—11:30a.m.

Fun and Health for Pets and Their 'People' Dog Contest
Wellesley Health Department, Wellesley Animal Control, Stray Pets in Need, and Unleashed by Petco

Warren School Playground, 90 Washington Street (Route 16)
Prizes awarded in various categories including "shaggiest", "best grooomed", "best tricks", "wiggliest", and many more!

10:00a.m.—2:00p.m

Free, Local Charity Benefit, Hay Wagon Ride
Linden Square, donations welcomed

10:00a.m.—2:00p.m

Open House at the Dadmun-McNamara House -- Wellesley Historical Society
219 Washington Street

10:00a.m.—2:00p.m
Wheels of Wellesley IV at Wellesley Community Center
219 Washington Street

Featuring Exotic and Antique Cars, Motorcycles, and Bicycles plus live music plus "Straight from Gotham City - 50th Anniversary of Batman TV Show"

10:00a.m.—4:00p.m
Spring Carnival at Unitarian Universalist Church (UU Wellesley)
309 Washington Street

10:00a.m.—5:00p.m

Wonderful Weekend 18% Off Select Items Specials! 
Linden Square and Wellesley Square

10:00a.m.—5:00p.m

Wonderful Weekend Sidewalk Sale
Linden Square, Click for details

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.

Open House at Wellesley Municipal Light Plant — 4 Municipal Way (455 Worcester Street, Route 9) Featuring an historical tour of the Original Substation.

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.

Historical Tours at Fells Branch Library and Hardy School -- Wellesley Historical Commission 
308 Weston Road

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.

Historical Tours at Hills Branch Library -- Wellesley Historical Commission 
210 Washington Street

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.

Historical Tours at the Wellesley Town Hall -- Wellesley Historical Commission 
525 Washington Street

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.

Open House at Wellesley Police Station
485 Washington Street

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.

Open House at Wellesley Main Fire Station #2
457 Worcester Street (Route 9)

1:00p.m. — 4:00p.m.

Build Your Own Woodland Troll & Fairy House — Wellesley Conservation Council
Cochituate Aqueduct, Russell Road / Kendall Road (for elementary school kids)

1:00p.m.—4:00p.m.

Art in the Park — Wellesley Community Art Project & Wellesley Women Artisans
Simon’s  Park (Corner of Washington & Brook Street, left of the Library)

2:00p.m.

Cottage St Neighborhood Historical Walking Tour -- Wellesley Historical Society
St. Andrews Church Parking Lot, 79 Denton Road

4:00p.m.

Veterans’ Ecumenical Memorial Mass at Saint Paul Church
Wellesley Veterans’ Council
502 Washington Street

Sunday – May 22nd

8:00a.m.—10:00a.m.

Bird Walk Locally, with Natalie Starr — Wellesley Conservation Council
Meet at the Cameron St. Parking lot at the Main Library

8:30a.m.-5K Run
9:30a.m.-Kids 1K Run

Wonder Run 5K and Kids Fun Run 1K* —Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club
Wellesley High School, 50 Rice Street
Click for registration.

10:00a.m.—4:00p.m.

Wonderful Weekend Sidewalk Sale
Linden Square, Click for details

1:00p.m.—3:00p.m.

48th Annual Wellesley Veterans’ Parade
2016 Theme: Historic Wellesley
Wellesley Celebrations’ Committee

Bring a food item to the parade for the Wellesley Food Pantry - Look for the World of Wellesley (WOW) Float 

The parade starts at the intersection of Route 16 (Washington Street) and Route 9 and continues westbound along Route 16 to Wellesley Square. The reviewing stand is in Wellesley Square.

4:00p.m.—5:30p.m.

Grace Knight Babson Fund for Religious Education — 56th Annual Program
Knight Auditorium, Babson College Campus, Wellesley Avenue

5:00p.m. — DUSK

Picnic in the Park at Hunnewell Field
Food*, drinks*,kid’s rides*, crafts, games, Gotham Cruiser photo-ops & other fun
Food by Charles River Rotary, Captain Mardens, and others

6:00p.m. Opening Act 7:00p.m. Main Attraction

Concert for Wellesley at Hunnewell Field
Featuring the Reminisants (7p.m.) and Wellesley Town Band (6p.m.)

DUSK

Fireworks —the Biggest Ever! at Hunnewell Field
Sponsors: Roche Brothers/Sudbury Farms and Wellesley Dental Group, Drs Ali and Ali

*Please note, asterisk indicates a small fee may be charged.

(Check here for last minute updates)

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What a magnificent Wellesley Wonderful Weekend for the year of 2015! Wellesley spirit filled the air this past weekend as we all celebrated the town's traditional Veteran's Day Parade, Picnic in the Park, and fireworks. Wellesley Dental Group is honored to have been co-sponsors for the fireworks, third year in a row. This year we had our Tooth Fairy aboard our parade float to greet all the smile ambassadors of Wellesley. She was also joined by Chuckles and families of volunteers who both stayed on the float to greet Wellesley residents  and spectators and helped pass out oral hygiene supplies.

Alas, after the parade we were able to head over to Hunnewell Field to set up our tent and activities. At this year's Picnic at the Park we had feather extensions, balloons, facepainting, and pictures with our friendly mascot Chuckles; all the kids were leaving our tent with smiles on their faces!

What a truly Wonderful Weekend it has been! We would like to once again extend our gratitude to the volunteers at the Wellesley Celebrations Committee for orchestrating the weekend festivities, and the Wellesley Police Department and Wellesley Fire Department for keeping everyone safe. Thank you for the Wonderful memories you have created for the community members!

P.S.: Special thank you to Joanna Bandte, her family, and all the Smile Ambassadors who joined us on the float this year!

STAY TUNED FOR MORE PICS!!

Have you been waiting for a weekend outside in the warm spring weather? If so, you and your family are in for a treat. The time is quickly approaching for Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend and our team cannot wait! This year marks the 17th Annual celebration and it is going to be BIGGER and BETTER. In fact, it’s the largest annual town celebration held every year. This is a great tradition that brings together Wellesley businesses and residents for a weekend of smiles and laughs amongst people of all ages.

Over 100 volunteer and community organizations help put on this magnificent event. Each year, your very own Wellesley Dental Group team is heavily involved in the fun and camaraderie. Drs. Ali & Ali and the caring team of Wellesley Dental Group are co-sponsors along with Roche Brothers/Sudbury Farms of the spectacular fireworks! Come view the colorful assortment of fireworks with us at Hunnewell Field on Sunday May 17^th at dusk. Get ready to scream, "ooo, ahhh" as the glamorous lights flash right before your eyes.

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Also, to honor all Veterans, stop by earlier in the day at the 47th Annual Wellesley Veterans’ Parade. The parade will take place on Sunday May 17, 2015, at 1:00PM. To see the full schedule of events, please click here. You will not want to miss out on these great events, which will feature rides, games, food, and more for families and friends.

To get a view of the fun, check out photos from previous years on our Facebook Page, flickr albums, and blogs.

We would like to thank in advance the Wellesley Celebrations Committee for organizing these amazing events, as well as the community and volunteers who support the occasion. In addition, a HUGE thank you to the Wellesley Police Department and Wellesley Fire Department for keeping our community safe.

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As Wellesley’s Smile Ambassadors, we can’t wait to share smiles with the entire town. We look forward to seeing you there!

Feel free to contact Drs. Ali & Ali and the caring team at Wellesley Dental Group if you have any thoughts or concerns; they will be happy to answer your questions! Contact us today at 781-237-9071 or smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com!

References:

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Mark your calendars and spread the word! We are eagerly looking forward to spending the weekend with you and your family at Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend.  Also, stay tuned for more blog posts regarding further information and a glimpse at all the fun.

The 2015 Schedule is as follows:

Friday - May 15th 

3:00p.m. - 6:00p.m.
Annual Hunnewell Fun Fair*  — Hunnewell School PTO
Hunnewell Elementary School, 28 Cameron Street, Rides, games, crafts

Saturday - May 16th 

7:00a.m.—2:30p.m.
Pancake Festival* at the Wellesley Middle School — Rotary Club of Wellesley
50 Kingsbury Street

7:00a.m.—2:30p.m.
Free Eye Exams at the Needham Lions Club Eye Mobile at the Wellesley Middle School — Needham Lions Club
50 Kingsbury Street

Saturday—Sunday

(decamp after parade)
18th Century Military Encampment at Town Hall Grounds

The Royal Irish Artillery, Tours all day, Cannon Firing on the half hour on Saturday
525 Washington Street

9:00a.m.—10:00a.m.
Morses Pond Walk — Wellesley Trails Committee
Meet at 9:00am at gate to Morses Pond at end of Turner Road (off Weston Road)

9:00a.m.—3:30p.m.
8:00a.m. start for members
Gardeners' Fair at Elm Bank* — Mass Horticultural Society
Elm Bank Horticulture Center, 900 Washington Street
(free for members)

Fun for Kids, Food, Special Lectures, Garden Tours

Garden tours at 9a.m. and noon. Fairy houses at 10:00a.m. Herbal Seed starting at 1:00p.m.

10:00a.m.—11:30a.m.
Dog Contest
Wellesley Board of Health, & Wellesley Animal Control
Warren School Field, 90 Washington Street (Route 16)

Prizes awarded in various categories including "shaggiest", "best grooomed", "best tricks", "wiggliest", and many more!

10:00a.m.—2:00p.m
Wheels of Wellesley at Wellesley Community Center
219 Washington Street

Featuring Exotic and Antique Cars, Motorcycles, and Bicycles plus live music from Cindy Lane Adams Band plus the Back to the Future Car

10:00a.m.—2:00p.m
Wellesley Farmers' Market
309 Washington Street

Come enjoy a variety of just picked fruits and vegetables, award winning fine food purveyors and special events to delight shoppers of all ages.

10:00a.m.— 3:00p.m

MLP Open House and Sustainable Living Festival at Wellesley Municipal Light Plant — 4 Municipal Way (455 Worcester Street, Route 9)

Family event for everyone with ideas for your home, garden, finances, health, plus kids' zone, fashions, beauty products, guitars, cars, etc.

10:00a.m.—4:00p.m
Raptors, Goats, and You - Explore the North 40 - Wellesley Celebrations Committee
Morses Pond Parking Lot (and follow signs)

Hay rides from Morses Pond parking lot, Garden tours, the Raptor Project - Birds of Prey, The Goat Girls.

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.
Open House at Wellesley Police Station
485 Washington Street

11:00a.m.— 3:00p.m.
Open House at Wellesley Main Fire Station #2
457 Worcester Street (Route 9)

noon — 4:00p.m.
UU Wellesley Spring Carnival
309 Washington Street

Classic carnival games and activities for all ages. Kiddie bounce house, face painting, pie eating contest, teen obstacle course, dunk tank, concessions and music!

1:00p.m. — 3:00p.m.
Build Your Own Woodland Troll & Fairy House — Wellesley Conservation Council
Cochituate Aqueduct, Russell Road / Kendall Road (for elementary school kids)

1:00p.m.—4:00p.m.
Art in the Park — Wellesley Community Art Project & Wellesley Women Artisans
Simon’s  Park (Corner of Washington & Brook Street, left of the Library)

4:00p.m.
Veterans’ Ecumenical Memorial Mass at Saint Paul Church
Wellesley Veterans’ Council
502 Washington Street

7:30p.m.
Sol y Canto* "Sublime ambassadors of Pan Latin traditional Music"
Wellesley Rotary in partnership with the WHS Spanish Club
Wellesley High School, 50 Rice Street

8:00p.m.
Spring Concert featuring Edward Whalen* — Wellesley Choral Society
Wellesley Hills Congregational Church, 207 Washington Street

Sunday - May 17th

8:00a.m.-5K Run
9:00a.m.-Kids 1K Run
Wonder Run 5K and Kids Fun Run 1K* —Wellesley Hills Junior Women's Club
Wellesley High School, 50 Rice Street
Registration here.

1:00p.m.—3:00p.m.
47th Annual Wellesley Veterans’ Parade
2015 Theme: 40th Anniversary of the End of the Vietnam War
Wellesley Celebrations’ Committee

Bring a food item to the parade for the Wellesley Food Pantry - Look for the World of Wellesley (WOW) Float

The parade starts at the intersection of Route 16 (Washington Street) and Route 9 and continues westbound along Route 16 to Wellesley Square. The reviewing stand is in Wellesley Square.

4:00p.m.—5:30p.m.
Grace Knight Babson Fund for Religious Education — 55th Annual Program
Knight Auditorium, Babson College Campus, Wellesley Avenue

5:00p.m. — DUSK
Picnic in the Park at Hunnewell Field
Food*, drinks*,kid’s rides*, Hay rides*, crafts, games & other fun
Food by Charles River Rotary and others

6:30p.m. Main Attraction
Concert for Wellesley at Hunnewell Field
Featuring the Reminisants

DUSK
Fireworks —the Biggest Ever! at Hunnewell Field
Sponsors: Roche Brothers/Sudbury Farms and Wellesley Dental Group, Drs Ali and Ali

*Please note, asterisk indicates a small fee may be charged.

(Check here for last minute updates)

Feel free to contact Drs. Ali & Ali and the caring team at Wellesley Dental Group if you have any thoughts or concerns; they will be happy to answer your questions! Contact us today at 781-237-9071 or smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com!

As you are getting dressed for a night out, you notice a tingling sensation near your lips. One glance in the mirror reveals an unsightly sore forming. Is it a cold sore or a canker sore?

Canker sores also occur in the mouth, but unlike cold sores, they are not contagious. But canker sores can also be triggered by stress, genetics, trauma, medications, menstruation, food allergies, or even unrelated medical problems. To treat canker sores, one can acquire over-the-counter oral anesthetics. With a visit to a dentist, a treatment plan can be instigated for more serious outbreaks.

Cold sores are usually found to be small, clear fluid-filled blisters that form near the mouth, which are caused by herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1). These blisters usually do not show up on the lips, instead, they are found inside the mouth, on the face, or even inside the nose. In most cases, these sores do not last for more than two weeks; however one should be cautious. Sores are very contagious and are prone to come back due to stress, sunlight, fever, or illness. With the onset of a cold sore, one can apply ice cubes to the sores to help relieve pain. Cold sores can be treated with topical medication, which can prevent the sore from becoming more severe. Antiviral medication can also be used for serious cases.

Academy of General Dentistry ran clinical studies that revealed that students that are surrounded by a high stress environment are more likely to have canker sores or cold sores. It was found that after graduation, when stress levels have come down, sores become less prevalent as well. But sometimes it may be difficult to escape stressful situations. In this case, a natural soothing gel can do the trick. For more than 2,000 years, the aloe vera plant has become a great alternative treatment for a whole host of oral health problems, including sores, lichen planus and gingivitis. The Academy of Dentistry’s clinical, peer-reviewed journal found that the gel from the aloe has the able to cure canker sores and cold sores, both inside and outside of the mouth.

Mouth sores can be a hassle, but there are various treatments to alleviate their symptoms. Feel free to contact Drs. Ali & Ali and the caring team at Wellesley Dental Group if you have any thoughts or concerns; they will be happy to answer your questions! Contact us today at 781-237-9071 or smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com to set up an appointment and consultation.

References:

http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/skin_stuff/cold_sores.html
http://kidshealth.org/teen/diseases_conditions/mouth/canker.html
http://www.agd.org/public/OralHealthFacts/files/FS_MouthSores.pdf

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Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend was once again truly wonderful—what an amazing experience to celebrate another year of this great community tradition!

Thank you to the Wellesley Celebrations Committee for organizing such wonderful events for the community and the volunteers who support it. We also want to thank the Wellesley Police Department for not only keeping everyone safe this weekend but for also representing our town in the OneFund by selling BostonStrong t-shirts and donating proceeds to those who were affected by the recent Boston Marathon tragedy.

Our tractor float caught a lot of attention this year! It was all thanks to the little smile ambassadors we had on board helping our team promote healthy, happy smiles. The fun continued later at the picnic, where the Wellesley Dental Group tent was a real party! We had face painting and feather extensions, guest appearances from the Tooth Fairy and Chuckles the Dinosaur, and lots of treats for all our young smile ambassadors! Even a little rain didn't dampen the community spirit, and the night came to a perfect end with some truly spectacular fireworks. We can’t wait to sponsor them again next year!

After a long winter, spring can literally be a breath of fresh air. However, for some, spring may mean going through countless tissue boxes. Seasonal allergies can mean lots of sneezing, and a lot of congestion, which is usually coupled with “mouth breathing.” While this may seem harmless, a clinical study published in General Dentistry pointed out that there can also be oral health repercussions to mouth breathing.

Mouth breathing, also known as upper airway obstruction, has been shown to cause abnormal facial and dental development, including long, narrow faces and mouths, and gummy smiles. Mouth breathing can lead to lack of saliva in the mouth. Saliva is essential for the reduction of acid and bacteria in the mouth, which causes individuals who lack saliva to end up with gingivitis. Crooked teeth can also be caused by an upper airway obstruction due to poor position of the tongue. Mouth breathers tend to rest their tongue on the roof of their mouths, causing cheek, muscles to relax and rest on the upper teeth. This causes the upper jaw to become more narrow leading to crooked teeth down the line. This condition can lead to poor sleeping habits, and can lead to poor oxygen concentration in the blood stream, resulting in possible high blood pressure-related conditions. Children who suffer from mouth breathing usually do not get enough rest, leading to tiredness throughout the day and lack of concentration on academics.

But no fear! There are possible treatments for mouth breathing, and it is very beneficial to discover this condition early on.  A dentist is able to look for mouth breathing symptoms, including dry, cracked lips, dry mouth, bad breath, snoring and daytime fatigue. Swollen tonsils are also known to be a prominent symptom of this disease. If there is the presence of inflamed tonsils, they can be surgically removed by an ear-nose-throat (ENT) specialist. If one has narrow face and mouth, dentists are able to use expansion appliances to aid in the widening of sinuses and the opening of nasal airway passages. After surgery and orthodontic treatment, patients have been shown to improve in behavior, energy level, academic performance, and peer acceptance.

If you believe that you are a mouth breather, be sure to contact Drs. Ali & Ali and the caring team at Wellesley Dental Group; they will be happy to answer your questions! Contact us today at 781-237-9071 or smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com to set up an appointment and consultation.

References:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/04/100406125714.htm

http://www.webmd.com/allergies/video/josephson-mouth-breathing

Wellesley Dental Group’s teeth whitening fundraiser is still running at full speed. We’d like to dedicate this post to all those who have already donated to our One Fund fundraiser!  In solidarity with those affected by last month’s Boston Marathon bombings, Drs. Ali & Ali thank you from the bottom of their hearts for the steady influx of donations pouring in from all corners of the community. With your help, we’ve been making a huge impact on the physical and mental well-being of our community. It’s so inspiring to see how quickly our neighborhood has risen to the challenge, and to know that we are taking care of our own. Thank you for setting such an incredible example for the rest of us; together we are Boston Strong!

As you may have heard, Drs. Ali & Ali are taking great strides to rally our community together and help our neighbors in need. Until May 10^th, Wellesley Dental Group will be donating 100% of the proceeds from all whitening treatments to Boston’s One Fund.  If you haven’t heard about this great cause, it’s time to get involved!

The Wellesley Dental Group is offering two whitening options: the Sinsational treatment, in which your smile is brightened by a few shades, and the Custom Home Whitening treatment, in which Dr. Ali creates custom whitening trays tailored specifically to your needs. The suggested minimum donations are $199 and $550, respectively, and will be donated directly to help the marathon victims and their loved ones. We invite you to come in for a free consultation to explore the different options and decide which works best for you. Please call us at (781) 237-9071 or email smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com to schedule an appointment today! For more information about this event, click here.  Our office is open this week Monday-Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, at 5 Seward Road in Wellesley.

Remember, this is the final week of the fundraiser, so if you've been thinking that your smile could use a makeover, now is the time to act! A new smile, a new YOU, and a re-newed Boston is exactly what our city needs to regain its footing. Now that spring is upon us, what better way to rejuvenate your oral health, all the while rebuilding the health and unity of our community. And again, to those who have already made a difference, thank you SO much for your continued support!

On May 1st, Dr. Femina Ali visited Sprague School in Wellesley for their 5th Grade Career Day. Going not only as a dentist but a Smile Ambassador, she was so thrilled to share her passions and listen to the 5th graders' questions. The Career Day is a wonderful yearly event where kids can learn more about what they want to be when they grow up, whether their favorite hobbies can become their careers, even learn about what sort of inspiration can guide them towards their dream job.  Dr. Femina Ali commemorated this special occasion by handing out certificates to the kids, making them Smile Ambassadors for their communities, families, and beyond. Whatever career path these children will take down the road, they will always be Smile Ambassadors.

Also joining Dr. Ali were Christopher Price, sports columnist at the Boston Globe, Lisa Sewall, chef and restaurant owner of Lineage, Dr. Antonietta Orlandi, Wellesley-Natick Animal Hospital veterinarian, Katie Swenson, architect for Enterprise Community Partners, Prepresentative Alice Peisch of the 14th Norfolk District, and Dr. David Lussier, superintendent of schools in Wellesley.

Starting is easy, all it takes is a smile!

Dr. Femina Ali had the privilege of talking with the students about how she started on her journey to be a Smile Ambassador. "In my office, I'm a dentist. Outside, I am a Smile Ambassador... It all started with my family." Sharing smiles at home, making those you love happy is the first step. Dr. Femina Ali has always loved making people smile. She "fixes" smiles as a dentist and "spreads" them through her community volunteering.

She also had a few key take-home message she hopes her young "Smile Ambassadors" will hold close to heart:

• The smiles you share with others will shine back on you.
• Take care of your smile by brushing and flossing every day!
• Being a Smile Ambassador can be hard, however, it's usually the most challenging things that are the most rewarding.
• A Smile Ambassador spreads smiles not only at home, but in the classroom, community, and everywhere he or she goes.

Dr. Femina Ali cannot wait to visit Sprague School again and hopes that her new Smile Ambassadors will join her in the future to spread smiles in and around their beautiful town of Wellesley. After this amazing day, she realizes that, "I learned something, too, today, while I was eating with the students. Posted in the cafeteria was this quote by James Barrie, "Always try to be a little kinder than necessary," and it really struck me. I can see this quote reflected in everything that Sprague School does and in the student, who I know, irrespective of what they choose to do, will be successful Smile Ambassadors."

She sends a big Thank You to Sprague for this incredible honor of helping to shape the lives of these brilliant students. She would also like to thank Dr. Goodwin, Kathryn Ashraf, and Laura Brown-MacKinnon as well as all other committee members and parents without whom this wouldn't have been possible.

Get your pearly whites even whiter for a great cause! Wellesley Dental Group is teaming up with the community to fund-raise for The One Fund, Boston to help those affected by the Marathon Monday tragedy on April 15th. Drs. Ali & Ali will be donating 100% of all proceeds gathered from whitening treatments to the Fund. They are inviting Wellesley and its surrounding communities to stop by, boost smiles, and donate to this important cause.

From April 29th to May 10th, Wellesley Dental Group will be fundraising for The One Fund. Make an appointment by calling (781) 237-9071 or emailing smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com. The office is located at 5 Seaward Road in Wellesley.

The whitening treatments offered vary from Sinsational whitening, which boosts the smile by a few shades to custom home whitening, in which Dr. Ali creates whitening trays. The suggested minimum donation for the Sinsational whitening is $199 and is $550 for the custom home whitening. Feel free to make an appointment for a free consultation prior to deciding on which whitening option is best for you.

Join Wellesley Dental Group and smile in the face of what descended upon the community. Show how strong Boston truly is by sharing a newly radiant smile that gives hope to those in need. In the words of Mayor Menino, “We are one Boston. We are one community. As always, we will come together to help those most in need. And in the end, we will all be better for it.”

This year, the Wellesley Celebration's Committee is putting on the largest annual town gathering: Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend. On May 18th-19th, thousands of Wellesley residents and friends will attend the celebratory events, parade and fireworks. Wellesley Dental Group, true to their mission of being Smile Ambassadors, will once again be putting a smile on the whole town. This year, Drs. Ali & Ali and the caring team of WDG are co-sponsors of the most amazing fireworks spectacle of the year!

Wellesley Dental Group is inviting the community to join them in the parade and picnic. The parade will take place from 1 pm to 3 pm on May 19th and the picnic will follow at 5. The firework show we've all been waiting for will commence at dusk.

This year, Wellesley Dental Group will be in the parade on a huge tractor! Young children and the young at heart are invited to sign up to ride in the parade float. To sign up, please call at (781) 237-9071, email at smile@wellesleydentalgroup.com, or stop by their office at 5 Seaward Rd. They will be  passing out toothbrushes as they walking through the parade, spreading a message of oral health awareness.

At the picnic in the park, starting at 5 pm, stop by the Wellesley Dental Group tent to get one-on-one brushing lessons for young ones and participate in more fun activities for all ages. Balloons will be handed out as well as some special prizes.

This has become one of WDG's favorite annual town events as it speaks to their deep commitment to the community. For last year's parade video, click here!