Folan Family Dental

Folan Family Dental 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.

Happy ?? Birthday to our long-time patient Joe A of Dorchester! He asked us not to mention the big-birthday number!
04/07/2026

Happy ?? Birthday to our long-time patient Joe A of Dorchester! He asked us not to mention the big-birthday number!

Volsted Act The Volsted Act (also known as the National Prohibition Act) was enacted to carry out the eighteenth amendme...
04/07/2026

Volsted Act

The Volsted Act (also known as the National Prohibition Act) was enacted to carry out the eighteenth amendment which established prohibition in the United States. From 1920-1933 the sale of intoxicating liquors was illegal in the United States. When breweries and distilleries closed down, people began making their own alcoholic beverages at home. When barrooms and taverns closed their doors, they were replaced with speakeasies.

In Boston, beer and liquor continued to be poured on the sly at pool rooms, all-night restaurants, and soda shops. Boston law enforcement officers couldn’t keep up with enforcing the “dry” laws. They found alcohol being served in many unlikely places including candy shops, fruit stands, barber shops and funeral homes.

On April 7, 1933 (93 years ago today) President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a law changing the Volsted Act to legalize the sale of 3.2 percent beer. However, it was eight more months before the National Prohibition Act was completely repealed.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Mary O of Dorchester
Gregory R of Dorchester
Ann M of Dorchester
Joe A of Dorchester
Jakih J of Dorchester

THE FFD April Guessing Contest is underway.Guess how many pastel-colored mini marshmallows are in the jar for a chance t...
04/06/2026

THE FFD April Guessing Contest is underway.

Guess how many pastel-colored mini marshmallows are in the jar for a chance to win a gift card to Top Shelf cookies!

Fever PitchFever Pitch, a romantic comedy starring Jimmy Fallon and Drew Barrymore was released April 6, 2005 (21 years ...
04/06/2026

Fever Pitch

Fever Pitch, a romantic comedy starring Jimmy Fallon and Drew Barrymore was released April 6, 2005 (21 years ago today).

The story is about Ben Wightman (Fallon) a young teacher that begins dating a pretty business women named Lindsey Meeks (Barrymore). Despite not having the same interests, they fall in love. The romance goes well until baseball season, and Lindsay realizes that Ben is completely obsessed with the Boston Red Sox. She tries to understand Ben's passionate team loyalty, but eventually his fixation with the Sox threatens to end their otherwise happy relationship.

Trivia About Fever Pitch
- New Yorker, Jimmy Fallon is actually a die hard Yankees fan.
- The warm up jacket worn by Barrymore in the movie became very popular with female Sox fans

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Anna H of Dorchester
Kevin D of Dorchester
Sheri C of North Abington
Jayson S of Dorchester

The FFD staff wish all of our patients a very Happy Easter!THE PHOTO L to R: Karolyn and Helen
04/04/2026

The FFD staff wish all of our patients a very Happy Easter!

THE PHOTO L to R: Karolyn and Helen

Tris Speaker, Star Red Sox PlayerTris Speaker was born April 4, 1888 (138 years ago today). After playing in the minor ...
04/04/2026

Tris Speaker, Star Red Sox Player

Tris Speaker was born April 4, 1888 (138 years ago today). After playing in the minor leagues in Texas and Arkansas, he was picked up by the Red Sox in 1907 as a center outfielder. Speaker played in the first game played at Fenway Park (April 20, 1912) and drove in the winning run in the 11th inning, giving Boston the 7–6 win.

Speaker was VERY fast. As an outfielder, he played right behind second base, giving the Sox a fifth infielder. However, due to his speed, he was able to get back and cover the outfield.

Speaker was the first major leaguer to hit 50 doubles and steal 50 bases in the same season.

Speaker, along with fellow Red Sox outfielders (Duffy Lewis and Harry Hooper) were known as the "Million Dollar Outfield." They led the Sox to World Series Championships in 1912 and 1915.

THE PHOTOS: Tris Speaker, the Million Dollar Outfield (L to R Hooper, Speaker, Lewis), Tris Speaker at bat.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
Kevin C of Dorchester
Alana T of Quincy
Michael F of Milton
Raymond C of Dorchester
Ananias M of Dorchester

Thank you to our patient, Jimmy L of Quincy for the wonderful food that he brought our staff from one of his restaurants...
04/03/2026

Thank you to our patient, Jimmy L of Quincy for the wonderful food that he brought our staff from one of his restaurants! The food was delicious!

THE PEOPLE PHOTO L to R: Jimmy and Dr. Folan

FFD is all decorated for Spring!
04/03/2026

FFD is all decorated for Spring!

Boston Minister Tried For Inciting a Riot On April 3 1855 (171 years ago today), the case against Boston minister Theod...
04/03/2026

Boston Minister Tried For Inciting a Riot

On April 3 1855 (171 years ago today), the case against Boston minister Theodore Parker came to trial. Charged with inciting an abolitionist riot, he defended himself by describing the horrors of slavery.

Parker told the dramatic story of William and Ellen Craft, fugitive slaves from Georgia. The light-skinned Ellen had posed as a white man, and William pretended to be her slave, as they journeyed one thousand miles to freedom.

In Boston, the Crafts received a warm welcome from the anti-slavery community. When their masters sent agents to reclaim them, abolitionists harassed the men until they gave up and left town. However, Boston was no longer safe. The Crafts fled again, this time to England. They did not return to the U.S. until after the Civil War.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
James C of Dorchester
Daje B of Dorchester
Elia S of Dorchester
Daniel F of Dorchester

Thank you to our long-time patient (since Melville Ave!), Theresa N of Pembroke for the absolutely delicious sweets from...
04/02/2026

Thank you to our long-time patient (since Melville Ave!), Theresa N of Pembroke for the absolutely delicious sweets from Konditor Meister Bakery (in Braintree)!

Happy Spring!FFD is giving out chocolate bunnies to all patients with appointments this week!
04/02/2026

Happy Spring!

FFD is giving out chocolate bunnies to all patients with appointments this week!

Silence DogoodOn April 2, 1722 (304 years ago today), the Boston paper, "The Courant" first published a letter from a mi...
04/02/2026

Silence Dogood

On April 2, 1722 (304 years ago today), the Boston paper, "The Courant" first published a letter from a middle-aged widow with a keen wit and gift for satire. Every few weeks another letter from "Silence Dogood" appeared.

Bostonians were captivated by the lady's willingness to poke fun at institutions such as Harvard, suggesting the students there only learned to be conceited. She commented on Boston's drinking habits, and the absurdity of certain fashions. She was very free with her advice on how women should be treated.

"Silence Dogood" completely charmed Boston. When the widow coyly suggested she would welcome suitors, many men wrote letters to the newspaper with offerings of marriage.

After six months "Silence Dogood" fell silent. Even James Franklin, the Courant's publisher had no idea who she was or what became of her. On December 3, 1722, James Franklin ran an ad in his paper: "If any person...will give a true account of Mrs. Silence Dogood, whether dead or alive, married or unmarried, in town or country...they shall have the thanks for their pains."

Only then did 16-year-old Benjamin Franklin reveal that he was the widow to his brother and the town of Boston. Most people were amused, but brother James was not.

At the time Benjamin was an apprentice in his James' print shop. Because of the ill feeling between the brothers over the letters, they broke the terms of Ben's apprenticeship. Ben left for Philadelphia and within a few years had his own press and was publishing the Pennsylvania Gazette.

Happy Birthday today to our patients!
William H of Dorchester
Ryley M of Quincy
Katherine E of Dorchester
Cedric W of Dorchester
Beth T of Dorchester

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