By Margaret MacDonald
Ground was broken in May for a new office for Salvatore Dental in Malta.
The business has been in Malta for 25 years. Six years ago, Richard Salvatore’s father sold it to Salvatore and his wife, Dr. Vera Popova Salvatore, who also works in the business.
Encompassing 93,000 square feet, the building is designed to be two stories with 11 treatment rooms and an all-glass waiting room. It will be located on Dunning Street.
“Everything is 3D, state-of-the-art technology, including a 3D milling machine, 3D printer and high-tech computer,” Salvatore said.
The existing building is part of a Methodist Church from the 1800s. Salvatore said he plans to preserve part of the foundation for history’s sake.
Salvatore is a third-generation dentist, coming from a long line that includes his father, grandfather, and an aunt and uncle. He and his wife, also a dentist, engage in continuing education related to their field—traveling often.
“We’ll be in the area for the next 30 years,” Salvatore said, emphasizing the need for their own space rather than a lease. “We’re growing well, and gaining new patients every month.”
He said the new office will be an ideal setup where patients can enjoy all the efficient and modern amenities. Dental crowns are made at the office. Additionally, they offer full dental implants, he said.
He anticipates the new building will be functional before January.
Salvatore attended Northeastern University in Boston, graduating in 2006. He attended the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, followed by a one-year general dentistry practice residency.
Vera Popova Salvatore, DDS, was born in Ivano-Frankivsk in Ukraine. She attended SUNY Binghamton for her undergraduate degree. She graduated with a B.A. in biology, next taking her studies to the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. She graduated cum laude.