Our Team
Dr. Damian D.
Meola
General Dentist
Dr. Meola is the Owner and Director of Smile and Skin Aesthetics.
Dr. Caitlin
Esteves
General Dentist
Dr. Esteves has been practicing at Smile and Skin Aesthetics since 2016.
Dr. Chris
Salzillo
General Dentist
Dr. Salzillo received his Bachelor’s degree from Providence College…
Dr. Christian
Wesolowski
General Dentist
Dr. Christian Wesolowski is a General Dentist who joined our practice in 2023 and…
Dr. Damian D. Meola
General Dentist
Dr. Meola is the Owner and Director of Smile and Skin Aesthetics. He has been practicing dentistry since 1989, and is a second-generation dental care provider. In addition to general dentistry services, Dr. Meola offers Invisalign and is certified to perform Botox© and Juvederm© Dr. Meola is also a Clinical Instructor at Tufts University. Dr. Meola is a member of the Massachusetts Dental Society and American Dental Association.
Dr. Caitlin Esteves
General Dentist
Dr. Esteves has been practicing at Smile and Skin Aesthetics since 2016. Dr. Esteves received her Bachelor’s degree at Binghamton University. She completed her dental education through Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, earning a degree as a DMD. In addition to general dentistry, Dr. Esteves offers Invisalign and is certified to perform Botox© and Juvederm©.
Dr. Chris Salzillo
General Dentist
Dr. Salzillo received his Bachelor’s degree from Providence College in 2008 and his Master’s degree from Boston University in 2010. He received his DMD from Tufts University School of Dentistry in 2015. Dr. Salzillo completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency in the US Army at Fort Carson, Colorado.
Dr. Ilya
Livshin
Oral Surgery
Dr. Livshin has been practicing at Smile and Skin Aesthetics since 2006.
Dr. Alex
Ma
Orthodontist
Dr. Alex Ma was born in Illinois and moved to Boston after college…
Dr. John
Govostes
Periodontist
Dr. Govostes has been practicing at Smile and Skin Aesthetics since 2009.
Dr. Ilya Livshin
Oral Surgery
Dr. Livshin has been practicing at Smile and Skin Aesthetics since 2006. Dr. Livshin went to Boston University, where he received his Bachelor’s degree. He then enrolled at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he received his DMD.
Dr. Alex Ma
Dr. Alex Ma was born in Illinois and moved to Boston after college to perform allergy research at MGH. After a brief departure to complete his dental training at Columbia University, he returned for his orthodontic residency at Harvard and has been in Massachusetts ever since.
Dr. Ma is board certified and speaks Mandarin Chinese and Japanese. In his spare time he enjoys playing violin in local community orchestras.
Dr. John Govostes
Periodontist
Dr. Govostes has been practicing at Smile and Skin Aesthetics since 2009. He received his Bachelors of Science degree from the University of New Hampshire and then went to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he received his DMD and then later his specialty training in Periodontology.
Dr. James Devine, III
Endodontist
Dr. Devine has been practicing endodontics since 1990. Following his graduation for his DMD from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Devine went on to complete his endodontic residency at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. While a resident, Dr. Devine published research on the Biocompatibility of Endodontic Materials. Following completion of his endodontic residency, Dr. Devine held the position of clinical instructor in Endodontics at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.
In 1990 Dr. Devine opened his own private practice in Rhode Island where he enjoyed treating patients for over thirty years. During this time he served as a Delegate to the Rhode Island Dental Association and was past president of the Woonsocket District Dental Association. He was also voted Top Endodontist by Rhode Island Monthly Magazine every year since 2011.
When he is not treating patients, Dr. Devine enjoys spending time with his wife of thirty years and their two adult children and their families. They also enjoy weekend trips to the shoreline, long walks with their dogs and gardening.
Dr. Daniel
W.K. Kao
Periodontist
Dr. Daniel Kao graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of…
Dr. Isaac
Kim
Periodontist
Dr. Isaac Kim is a highly trained specialist in the field of dental…
Dr. Daniel W.K. Kao
Periodontist
Dr. Daniel Kao graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 2010, where he also continued his Post-Doctoral degree. He is a Board-Certified Periodontist and has taught in several world-renowned dental schools and is currently a member of the Clinical Faculty at Harvard University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Isaac Kim
Periodontist
Dr. Isaac Kim is a highly trained specialist in the field of dental implants and periodontics. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.
Dr. Kim was born and raised in Seattle, Washington. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology at Pacific Union College. He thengraduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where he received his Doctorate degree (DMD). He then completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency (AEGD) in the US Navy. After serving in the US Navy, he returned to complete his certificate in Periodontics at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Kim is committed to staying in the forefront of periodontology and investing in his education to provide patients with the highest quality care and a comprehensive patient-centered treatment for successful long-term results.
In his free time, Dr. Kim enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 dogs, playing pickleball, working out, eating, traveling, watching movies, going to concerts, and cheering for his beloved Patriots.
Dr. Ahmad Oubaid
Endodontist
Dr. Ahmad Oubaid is a dedicated endodontist with many years of experience as a general dentist before specializing in root canal therapy. His broad clinical background allows him to approach each case with a comprehensive understanding of dental health and patient comfort.
After earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Oubaid completed his endodontic residency at Oregon Health & Science University.
He began his endodontic career in Washington State before moving to Massachusetts, where he continues to provide thoughtful, patient-centered care.
Outside the office, Dr. Oubaid enjoys spending time with his family, exploring new destinations, and experiencing different cultures through their food. He loves discovering local favorites wherever he travels and believes that food is one of the best ways to connect with people and traditions around the world.
About Us
As a dental team we work with our patients so they can achieve and maintain a beautiful smile and healthier gums and teeth. We take the time with our patients to explain their treatment options and inform them of additional preventative care….

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