Your Community Dentist
David C. Zaluski, DDS, FAGD, is an experienced and dedicated dentist with more than 15 years of clinical practice. A Rehoboth native, Dr. Zaluski is proud to serve local patients and families.
Rehoboth, Massachusetts · Family Dentistry
Community Dentist.
Personalized Care.
Digital Technology.
Advanced Training.
David C. Zaluski, DDS, FAGD, combines advanced training and digital technology to deliver personalized care, dental implants, digital dentures, and lasting dentistry.
Our office offers same-day emergency dental care for most urgent dental concerns, including tooth extractions, oral surgery needs, broken teeth, and dental trauma. Please call (508) 252-4770 so our team can assess your needs and arrange care based on availability.
Rehoboth Office Hours
Monday8:30 AM – 5:00 PMTuesday8:30 AM – 5:00 PMWednesday8:30 AM – 1:00 PMThursday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada have earned the FAGD designation.
FAGD means Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry — a professional designation recognizing substantial continuing education and achievement. Learn what FAGD means for patients ↗
Meet your dentist
Meet David C. Zaluski, DDS, FAGD
Community Dentist. Personalized Care. Digital Technology. Advanced Training.
Education
Dr. Zaluski graduated from Washington University in St. Louis, studied at Columbia University, and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry in 2009.
Public Health and Community Service
Dr. Zaluski worked with the Indian Health Service (IHS), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. He also served for four years with the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), providing dental care at community health centers in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
The NHSC supports medical, dental, and behavioral health professionals serving communities experiencing critical health care workforce shortages through scholarship and loan repayment programs. Dr. Zaluski's public health experience reflects his longstanding commitment to accessible community-based dental care.
Digital Dentistry and Same-Day Crowns
Since 2021, our office has offered same-day dental crowns using CAD/CAM digital dentistry. We can design and manufacture custom crowns on-site, often in just a few hours, helping many patients avoid temporary crowns and multiple visits.
In 2024, we expanded our digital services to dentures and partial dentures, using digital impressions and 3D imaging to support accurate design and a comfortable fit.
Comprehensive Care for Families
Our office provides general dentistry, dental implants, oral surgery, traditional crowns and bridges, dentures, partial dentures, and other restorative dental services. We welcome patients of all ages and tailor care to individual needs.
Children are always welcome! Young visitors are encouraged to explore our LEGO collection in the lobby.
Professional Leadership
Dr. Zaluski was selected as a guest board member at the Massachusetts Dental Association, served on the Dental Ethics Ad Hoc Committee, participated in the Massachusetts Dental Society’s Leadership Institute, and volunteered for the American Dental Association Standards Committee.
Community Service
Dr. Zaluski has volunteered with the Rhode Island Oral Health Care Foundation, Give Kids a Smile, and the Connecticut and Rhode Island Missions of Mercy. A lifelong supporter of community health centers, he also participates in Scouting, youth soccer, and other community volunteer activities.
We look forward to meeting you and your family!
What Does FAGD Fellowship Mean?
The Fellowship of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) recognizes dentists who meet the Academy’s continuing education and examination requirements. Candidates must pass a comprehensive examination assessing clinical knowledge, techniques, and procedures across 17 dental disciplines.
The 17 examination subject areas include:
- Anesthesia, Sedation, Pain Management & Pharmacology — Local anesthesia, patient comfort, sedation principles, pain control, and safe medication use.
- Biomaterials (Dental Materials) — Properties and appropriate selection of materials used in dental treatment.
- Dental Imaging (Radiology) — Dental X-rays, imaging techniques, interpretation, and radiation safety.
- Endodontics — Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the dental pulp and root canals.
- Environmental & Workplace Safety and Infection Control — Infection prevention, sterilization, occupational safety, and safe clinical practices.
- Esthetics — Tooth appearance, smile design, and cosmetic treatment principles.
- Implantology — Planning, placement principles, and restoration of dental implants.
- Occlusion, TMD, Orofacial Pain & Sleep Disorders — Bite relationships, jaw-joint disorders, facial pain, and sleep-related breathing concerns.
- Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology & Medical Emergencies — Oral disease recognition, pathology, medical conditions, and emergency response.
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — Tooth removal, surgical procedures, and management of oral and facial conditions.
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Development — Tooth alignment, jaw development, and orthodontic treatment principles.
- Pediatric Dentistry — Preventive and restorative oral health care for infants, children, and adolescents.
- Periodontics — Prevention and treatment of gum disease and conditions affecting tooth-supporting tissues.
- Prosthodontics — Replacement and restoration of missing or damaged teeth with crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- Restorative (Operative) Dentistry — Prevention and repair of tooth decay, fractures, and other damage to teeth.
- Risk Management, Ethics & Jurisprudence — Professional ethics, informed consent, patient safety, and legal responsibilities.
- Special Care Dentistry, including Geriatric & Medically Compromised Patients — Adapting dental care for older adults and patients with complex medical or special health needs.
Learn more from the AGD Fellowship Examination Information and AGD Fellowship Review Course. Examination specifications may change over time.
A commitment to learning
Continuing education across the breadth of dentistry
Dr. Zaluski's Academy of General Dentistry transcript documents education in a wide range of clinical disciplines, including:
Restorative DentistryFixed & Removable ProsthodonticsDental ImplantsPediatric DentistryEndodonticsPeriodontics (gum surgery)OcclusionEsthetic DentistryPatient Safety & Medical EmergenciesSedation DentistrySleep ApneaOral CancerPathology
Source: Dr. Zaluski's AGD Continuing Dental Education Award Transcript (2026). FAGD status is confirmed by the transcript. Continuing education in a subject does not imply specialist certification.
Find our office
Visit Rehoboth Family Dentistry
454 Winthrop Street
Rehoboth, MA 02769
Rehoboth, MA 02769
Phone: (508) 252-4770
Education and Advanced Training
Dr. Zaluski earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Creighton University School of Dentistry in 2009 and his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) in 2013.
Since graduating, he has completed more than 1,500 hours of continuing dental education, including coursework in:
- Dental sedation: Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
- Oral surgery: New York University
- Endodontics (root canals): University of Pennsylvania
- Pharmacology: University of Maryland and the University of Texas at San Antonio
- Orthodontics and Invisalign: University of Florida
- Crowns and Dentures (Prosthodontics): Boston University and the University of Connecticut
Professional dental organizations: American Dental Association, Rhode Island Dental Association, and Massachusetts Dental Association.