12/08/2025
✨ Congratulations to our 2025 Public Health Dental Hygienist of the Year, Shalini Lahoty, RDH, MA, PHDH✨
Rooted in a profound commitment to community wellness, Shalini has spent 15+ years expanding access to preventive dental care for underserved populations across Massachusetts.
A proud Middlesex Community College graduate, Shalini began her journey with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Office of Oral Health—bringing essential preventive services to children and families statewide.
In 2014, she founded DentaCare, a portable dental hygiene practice serving the Boston Metro area. Through partnerships with schools, community organizations, and local dental offices, she brings compassionate, high-quality care directly into the communities that need it most.
Fluent in multiple languages and gifted at building trust, Shalini ensures every patient feels seen, heard, and supported. Her work continues to shape the future of public health dentistry—proving that healthier communities start one smile at a time.
Please join us in celebrating Shalini’s outstanding leadership, passion, and impact! 🦷