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.

First Dot Day CelebrationOn June 25, 1904 (122 years ago today) Dorchester held their first Dot Day celebration. Over 20...
06/25/2026

First Dot Day Celebration

On June 25, 1904 (122 years ago today) Dorchester held their first Dot Day celebration.

Over 200 Bostonians met on Savin Hill to celebrate the settlement of Dorchester that was founded in 1630.

Since the first celebration, Dot Day has been celebrated with a parade on the first Sunday in June except 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic.

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Dominic S of Dorchester
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Armani H of Dorchester

Stowe Dental LabThe first commercial dental lab in the U.S. was the W.H. Stowe and Company Dental Laboratory in Boston l...
06/24/2026

Stowe Dental Lab

The first commercial dental lab in the U.S. was the W.H. Stowe and Company Dental Laboratory in Boston located at the corner of Tremont Street and Hamilton Place. The company was founded by Dr. William H. Stowe a successful dentist with a private practice in Boston. The company was formed in 1887 and specialized in false teeth.

A plaque, erected by the National Association of Dental Laboratories was mounted on the corner of the building currently on the site. The sign was dedicated on June 24, 1987 (39 years ago today and 100 years from when the company was founded).

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Stanley T of Braintree

Happy Birthday, Sally!
06/23/2026

Happy Birthday, Sally!

The Codman Square District The Codman Square District is a historic district in Dorchester. It consists of four of the m...
06/23/2026

The Codman Square District

The Codman Square District is a historic district in Dorchester. It consists of four of the most prominent properties facing the main Codman Square intersection, where Talbot Avenue and Washington Street cross.

Codman Square has a long history as a major civic center in Dorchester, and is now one of the neighborhood's major commercial hubs.

The properties in the Codman District include the 1806 Congregational Church (now known as Second Church of Dorchester), the 1904 Codman Square branch of the Boston Public Library, the former Girls Latin Academy building (built in 1900 as Dorchester High School), and the Lithgow Building, a commercial brick structure at the southeast corner of the junction that was built in 1899.

The Codman Square District was added on the National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 1983 (43 years ago today).

THE PHOTOS: Lithgow Building, former Girls Latin Academy, 1904 Codman Square branch of the Boston Public Library and 1806 Congregational Church.

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Robert K of Quincy
Joanne C of Dorchester
Odinaka O of Dorchester
Nancy M of Dorchester
John C of Dorchester

Wh**ey Bulger CapturedWh**ey Bulger was arrested on June 22, 2011 (15 years ago today). Bulger managed to stay on the ...
06/22/2026

Wh**ey Bulger Captured

Wh**ey Bulger was arrested on June 22, 2011 (15 years ago today). Bulger managed to stay on the run for 16 years before being captured in Santa Monica, California. At the time, he was 81 years old and living in a rent-controlled apartment with his long-term girlfriend, Catherine Greig. For her involvement in harbouring a fugitive, Greig was sentenced to eight years in prison.

As for Bulger, his own life on the run ended with a trial beginning in June 2013. After the two-month trial, the notorious criminal was found guilty on 31 counts including federal racketeering, extortion, conspiracy, and participating in 11 murders.

The court sentenced James "Wh**ey" Bulger to two life sentences plus five years in November 2013, which he served until October 30 2018, when the former mob boss was found dead in jail at the age of 89.

THE PHOTO: FBI Agent Scott Garriola captures Wh**ey Bulger in 2011 at the fugitive's California hideaway.

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Chismdi I of Dorchester
Kaitrn D of Dorchester

Happy Father’s Day to all of our patient-dads!
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all of our patient-dads!

FFD June Guessing ContestThe FFD June 2026 Guessing Contest is underway. Guess how many Jujyfruit candies are in the ja...
06/20/2026

FFD June Guessing Contest

The FFD June 2026 Guessing Contest is underway. Guess how many Jujyfruit candies are in the jar for a chance to win a gift card to Greenhills Bakery (located in Adams Village with FFD)!

One Guess Per Visit: Good Luck!

Where’s Boston?“Where’s Boston?” was a multimedia portrait of Boston that opened on June 20, 1975 (51 years ago today). ...
06/20/2026

Where’s Boston?

“Where’s Boston?” was a multimedia portrait of Boston that opened on June 20, 1975 (51 years ago today). The exhibit was originally housed in an air-supported pavilion located at the Prudential Center. The red, white and blue structure, along with the exhibits, were created for Boston's Bicentennial celebration in 1975. The lobby contained artifacts representing the city of Boston through inventions and memorabilia and was surrounded by a “Word Wall” of Boston-based vocabulary and phrases. The multi-image show was the primary attraction. This portrait of the city and its people was made up of 3100 slides, 40 projectors, and quadraphonic sound. Cambridge Seven Associates was the architect of the pavilion, designers of the exhibit and producers of the show.

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Teresa e of Dorchester

Happy Birthday tomorrow to our patients!
Evelyn W of Dorchester
Brian T of Dorchester
Jack S of Milton
Maryellen L of Quincy

May Referral Contest Winner!Congratulations to Brandy B of Dorchester for winning the FFD May 2026 Patient Referral Cont...
06/19/2026

May Referral Contest Winner!

Congratulations to Brandy B of Dorchester for winning the FFD May 2026 Patient Referral Contest! We appreciate the trust she has in our office by referring Yennie P of North Dighton to our practice. We hope Brandy enjoys the $50 gift card to Molinari’s Italian Restaurant (located with FFD in Adams Village)!

THE PHOTO L to R: Brandy and Dr. Folan

Meet Penny M of Dorchester FFD’s newest patient at her first visit to the dentist!THE PHOTO L to R: Hygienist Van, Penny...
06/19/2026

Meet Penny M of Dorchester FFD’s newest patient at her first visit to the dentist!

THE PHOTO L to R: Hygienist Van, Penny and Mom Jessica

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