Best Orthodontist & Dentist in New Bedford, MA

Dr. Blerta Musa-Sahatqija received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Pristina School of Medicine in Pristina, Kosovo in 2005. After practicing dentistry in Kosovo, Dr. Musa-Sahatqija emigrated to the United States. In 2022, she obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Boston University’s Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.

In her free time, Dr. Musa-Sahatqija enjoys traveling with her husband, Dritan and their children, Bjorn and Viola. They love to immerse themselves into different cultures, cuisines and traditions and are always looking for their next adventure/p>

Education

• Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA; Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), 2022
• University of Pristina, School of Dental Medicine, Pristina, Kosovo; Doctor of Dental Surgery, 2005

Certifications

• Invisalign® Certified
• BOTOX® and Facial Injectables
• Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation

Professional Affiliations

• American Dental Association® (ADA)
• Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS)

Community Outreach

• Cradles and Crayons
• Give Kids a Smile

Dr. Catalina Osses Albornoz received a Bachelor in Dentistry and Doctor in Dental Surgery from Dental School at University of Talca, 2014. She then obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2023 from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston MA. Outside of dentistry, she loves spending quality time with her husband and two children, David and Rose. Additionally, she is deeply interested in leadership and mindfulness, incorporating a daily yoga practice into her routine, where she holds certification as a yoga instructor.

Educational Background

• Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine – DMD Advanced Standing Program. (2023), High Honors GSDM Dean’s list (2022-2023)
• Dental School. University of Talca. Bachelor in Dentistry. University of Talca, (2014)
• Doctor in Dental Surgery. University of Talca (2014)

Professional Affiliations

• American Dental Association® (ADA)
• Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
• AO Foundation
• American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ACOMS)
• International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (IACOMS)
• Hispanic Dental Association (HAD)
• American Association Of Women Dentists (AAWD)

Volunteer Experience

• Boston Area Health Education Center – BAHEC 3.0 Scholars Program.
• The Boston Greater food bank

Certification

• Mass Dental License Nitrous License
• New Hampshire Dental License

Dr. Cecilia Deller received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the National University Pedro Henríquez Ureña School of Dental Medicine in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She then went on to study at the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA, where she obtained her Master of Science in Dentistry and Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study. Lastly, she continued her dental studies at Boston University, earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine through the Advanced Standing Program.

Aside from dentistry, Dr. Deller loves spending her time with her family. Some of her hobbies include listening to music, working out and watching sports such as football, tennis and baseball. In addition, she holds a special interest in learning about different cultures through painting, art and traveling.

Educational Background

• Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine – Boston, MA, DMD Doctor of Dental Medicine, Advanced Standing Program
• Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine – Boston, MA, M.S.D. Master of Science in Dentistry, Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study
• National University Pedro Henríquez Ureña School of Dental Medicine – Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, DMD Doctor of Dental Medicine

Research

• “Three-Dimensional Analysis of Mandibular Landmarks, Planes and Shape, and the Symphyseal Changes Associated with Growth and Orthodontic Treatment”, IADR 95th General Session, 46th AADR Annual Meeting, 41st CADR Annual Meeting, 2017. San Francisco, California, USA.
• Longitudinal Three-Dimensional Evaluation of the Use of Biological Markers in the Saliva to predict Facial Growth and the Rate of Dental Movement”, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

Professional Affiliations

• American Association of Orthodontics, Member
• Northeastern Society of Orthodontists, Member
• American Dental Association®, Member
• Massachusetts Dental Society, Member