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Dr. Folan has lived in the Boston area his whole life. He was born at Mass General Hospital to parents who were immigrants from the Aran Islands (Ireland).

Dr. Folan grew up in Somerville and attended Matignon High School. He met his wife (Laurie) the first day of classes at Boston College where they graduated together in 1977. Dr. Folan attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and earned his doctorate degree in 1981. After earning his dental degree, Dr. Folan went directly into private practice. He was first located on Melville Avenue in Dorchester and in 1996 he moved across town to 722 Adams Street. In May 2013, Dr. Folan moved down the street to 760 Adams Street into a brand new facility with all the latest equipment and technologies. Dr. Folan loves dentistry and cannot imagine any other career. He takes pride in helping his patients keep healthy smiles and enjoys the relationships he has developed with them over the years. Dr. Folan feels everyone is unique and interesting and takes pleasure in listening to his patients. The many things he learns from them constantly surprise him! Dr. Folan is a member of the MDS (MA Dental Society) and the ADA (American Dental Association). He continuously takes courses, seminars and workshops in order to remain current with the latest trends, treatments and technology in dentistry. In addition, Dr. Folan networks and consults with local dentists and specialists. Outside of the office, Dr. Folan has a variety of interests. He is very health conscience and exercise is part of his daily routine. Dr. Folan enjoys outdoor activities and is an avid gardener. He and his wife are passionate about travel and have toured extensively throughout the U.S. and abroad. In addition, Dr. Folan likes to entertain and spend time with family and friends.

01/06/2026

The Ice Follies Debuts at the Boston Garden

On January 6, 1937 (89 years ago today) the Ice Follies first performed at the Boston Garden.

The Ice Follies were started by Eddie Shipstad, Roy Shipstad and Oscar Johnson in 1936. They also starred in the show.

The Ice Follies featured novelty acts such as Frick and Frack and Richard Dwyer, who was billed as “Mr. Debonair.” Another popular act was the Ice Folliettes, which preformed synchronized figure skating and were known for their kick line and pinwheel routines

In later years, Olympic Skaters including Peggy Fleming starred in the show.

The Ice Follies merged with Holiday on Ice in 1980 and today is known as Disney on Ice.

THE PHOTOS: Ice Folliettes, Frick and Frack, Richard Dwyer and Peggy Fleming

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Joseph L of Hampton, NH
Kylee V of Roslindale
Maria C of Dorchester
Alicia G of Roxbury
Armani B of Mattapan

01/05/2026

Bostonians Celebrate the End of Prohibition

On December 5, 1933 (93 years ago today) Boston celebrated the end of Prohibition. The first three restaurants granted liquors licenses in the city were Copley Plaza, Jacob Wirth's and Joe & Nemo's.

The Dugout Cafe (722 Comm Ave) opened the next day and is believed to be the oldest, continuously operated bar in the same location in Boston. The Dugout Cafe continues to be very popular with BU Terrier Hockey fans.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Kathleen S of Needham
John C of Braintree
Caroline M of Dorchester

01/03/2026

Victoria’s Diner

George Georgenes opened Victoria’s Diner on January 3, 1949 (77 years ago today) at 1024 Mass Ave in Roxbury. The location is where four Boston Communities intersect: Dorchester, South Boston, Roxbury and the South End. It was originally a 52 seat stainless steel “Jerry O’Mahony” diner (made in New Jersey).

After returning from the Korean War George’s sons, Nick and Charlie took over the business. The brothers decided to replace the old diner with a new one. They purchased a “Swingle” diner, which came in two sections with a vestibule. In the 1970s they acquired a liquor license and in 1975 they added another dining room, which was styled after an English pub and named for their dad, “Café George.”

Over the past six decades patrons of Victoria;s Diner (also called, “The Vic”) have included some of Boston’s most influential people. Arthur Fiedler (Boston Pops Conductor) and Mayor Ray Flynn were “regulars.”

In 2004, the Gorgenes brothers sold the diner, and Mayor Tom Menino stopped by for one last cup of coffee with Charlie and Nick on December 31, 2004.

In 2011, Victoria’s Diner was sold once again and continues to be a family run operation. Today, the popular eating and dinking spot is open 24 hours a day.

THE PHOTOS: The original diner in 1949, three photos of the diner today.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Ronan P of Dorchester
Catherine R of Dorchester
Josh W of Dorchester
Mariama C of Dorchester
Madison M of Boston

Happy Birthday tomorrow to our patients!
Caitlin G of Dorchester
Patrick B of Taunton

01/02/2026

Lots of cute kids in the office today and two first visits!

Meet Liam L of Dorchester, FFD’s newest patient at his first visit to the dentist!

THE PHOTO L to R: Dad Marc, Liam and Dr. Riordan.

01/02/2026

Meet Calvin V of Dorchester, FFD’s newest patient at his first visit to the dentist!

THE PHOTO L to R: Mom Madeline, Dad Mark and Calvin.

01/02/2026

The Liberator

On January 2, 1831 (195 years ago today) the first issue of The Liberator appeared. The weekly newspaper was founded by William Lloyd Garrison and published from offices at 12 Post Office Square (today's Washington Street). The abolitionist newspaper stopped publishing on December 29, 1865 after the passing of the Thirteenth Amendment, which prohibited slavery.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Rhiannon P of Dorchester
Susan T of Dorchester

01/01/2026

L Street Brownies First New Year's Swim

On January 1, 1904, (122 years ago today) the L Street Brownies held their first New Year's Day swim in Boston Harbor. Every year since then, a crowd of swimmers and an even larger crowd of onlookers has shown up to watch men, and since the 1980's, women, begin the year with a swim in the icy waters of Dorchester Bay. The L Street Brownies is the second oldest cold-water swimming club in the country.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Issac K of Worcester
Danny R of Dorchester
Lena S of Dorchester
Andrew B of Milton
Sonya C of Dorchester
Nyjia C of Dorchester

12/31/2025

The FFD Team wish all of patients a very Happy New Year! May 2026 be a year full of endless things that make you smile!

THE PHOTO Front Row L to R: Dr. Folan and Dr. Zhou; Back Row: Karolyn, Helen, Sally, Debbie, Van, Keyla.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Scott L of Quincy
Barbara W of Mansfield
Angela B of Dorchester
Shadi R of Foxboro
Megan P of Milton
Renee M of Roxbury
Richard F of Dorchester
Mark C of Dorchester

12/30/2025

Commonwealth Armory

On December 30, 1915 (110 years ago today) the Commonwealth Armory on Comm Ave was dedicated. It was originally used as an Army National Guard armory and was used by Troops A, B, C, and D of the First Squadron Cavalry, Battery A of the Massachusetts Field Artillery, the Field Hospital Corps, Ambulance Corps, and the Signal Corps.

Later, the Commonwealth Armory was used for a variety of things such as concerts including The Who in October 1969. It was also the location of many Vietnam anti-war demonstrations.

The Commonwealth Armory was sold to Boston University and demolished in 2002. Today it is the location of BU's Agganis Arena.

12/29/2025

Meet Casey Q of Dorchester, FFD’s newest patient at her first dental visit!

THE PHOTO L to R: Van (hygienist), Casey and Dr. Zhou.

12/29/2025

Teddy Roosevelt's Surprise Visit to Boston

On December 29, 1912 (113 years ago today) President Teddy Roosevelt visited the Old North Church.

At the time, President Roosevelt was an ex-president, having served from 1901 to 1909. He was in Boston campaigning for the 1912 elections. While in Boston, he unexpectedly went to the Old North Church for their grand reopening, after it had been closed for a year for renovations. President Roosevelt's visit made quite a splash: the reporters (and their newspapers) were more interested in Roosevelt's campaigning than the historic renovations of the Old North Church!

Visitors to the Old North Church can sit in the pew ( #25) where Roosevelt sat during the ceremony. There is a plaque that marks the spot and recognizes his surprise visit.

THE PHOTO was taken of President Roosevelt while he was in Boston campaigning in 1912.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
James Z of Dorchester
Aurora R of Dorchester
Abigail A of Dorchester
Conor C of Dorchester
Karla M of Quincy
Martin D of Dorchester
Joseph A of Dorchester

12/27/2025

The Egleston Substation

The Egleston Substation is a historic electrical substation building located at 3025 Washington Street in Roxbury, just north of Egleston Square. The brick Renaissance Revival building was constructed in 1909 by the Boston Elevated Railway (a predecessor to today's MBTA) during the extension of the Washington Street Elevated to Forest Hills.

The Egleston Substation is 87 feet long, 52 feet wide, and 46 feet high. Its most prominent feature is the massive archway that frames the main entrance on Washington Street.

The Egleston Substation was designed by Robert S. Peabody of the prominent Boston Architectural firm, Peabody and Stearns. The building was used by the Boston Elevated and its successors to provide AC to DC conversion for streetcars and elevated trains until 1987, at which time it was one of the oldest such substation in the U.S.

The Egleston Substation was essentially abandoned and fell into poor condition. In 2005 the building was acquired by local nonprofits, who fixed it up and converted it for use as office and television studio space.

Egleston Substation was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 27, 2010 (15 years ago today).

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Liam L of Dorchester
Daragh J of Milton
Harper H of Dorchester
Jasih E of Dorchester
Charlie M of Dorchester

Happy Birthday tomorrow to our patients!
Caroline D of Dedham
Gloria R of Dorchester
Kevin B of Dorchester

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