Divya Upadhyay, BDS, DMD, CCI
“It’s incredibly rewarding to see patients who arrive with fear, pain or low self-esteem leave my dental chair with a renewed sense of confidence and a smile.”
Alliance Dental, Quincy, Massachusetts
Divya Upadhyay, BDS, DMD, CCI, has amassed several achievements in her young career — serving as president of Massachusetts AGD and earning the prestigious “10 Under Ten” award in 2022 by the Massachusetts Dental Society, just to name a few. But her proudest moment came when a young patient from an immigrant family revealed that she had been inspired by Upadhyay to become a dentist.
“That moment holds deep meaning for me, as it represents my impact not only as a dentist but as a mentor,” she said.
This connection with her patients, along with a commitment to individualized care, is a hallmark of her practice.
“When patients walk through my clinic doors, I make sure they are heard without judgment,” Upadhyay said. “It’s incredibly rewarding to see patients who arrive with fear, pain or low self-esteem leave my dental chair with a renewed sense of confidence and a smile.”
Upadhyay’s dental career also includes a strong organized dentistry component. She was recruited to the executive board of the Massachusetts AGD, where she served in different roles over the years and volunteered alongside Ofelia V. Villanueva, DMD, who nominated Upadhyay to this year’s 10 Dentists to Watch list.
“[Upadhyay] has a great blend of energy and intensity coupled with an easygoing personality and pleasant demeanor, allowing her to integrate seamlessly with and inspire everyone around her,” Villanueva said.
This year, Upadhyay is focused on integrating oral health with other medical disciplines to enhance overall healthcare outcomes, especially for underserved populations.
“I look forward to contributing to improved patient care through this collaborative effort, fostering healthcare solutions that are not only comprehensive and holistic but also equitable and accessible to all.”