Serving Cumberland

Families Since 1982

Same Family. Same Values. No Surprises.

In an era of corporate chains and revolving doors, the Chan family

has been the steady hand for three generations of Rhode Island smiles.

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Meet Dr. Benjamin Chan

Watch the story of how a family restaurant philosophy became a trusted dental practice

Are You Facing One of These Challenges?

Searching for a Pediatric Dentist You Actually Trust

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You want more than credentials, you want someone who understands your anxieties about your child's health. Someone consistent. Someone who will be there for your family long-term.

Your Child's Orthodontist Doesn't Specialize in Pediatric Care

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You're juggling two different practices, two different doctors with different philosophies. You need one person who understands your child's full dental journey.

You Just Lost Your Dentist and Need Continuity

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Practices are closing. Doctors are retiring. You need stability. You need a practice that's committed to your family for the next 60 years, not the next 5.

Why Families Choose Cumberland Dental Specialists Over Every Other Option

Legacy You Can Trust

43 Years. One Community

Since 1982, the Chan family has cared for Cumberland kids with one simple promise: treat families like our own. Dr. Ben grew up minutes away and chose to build his career here, because this community is home.

One Team, Every Stage

Most families bounce between multiple offices as kids grow. Here, you don’t. Dr. Ben is board-certified in orthodontics, so your child can stay with the same trusted doctor from first visit to braces and beyond.

Investment, Not Expense

Prevention Over Crisis.

In uncertain times, the best “budget move” is avoiding big problems later. We focus on conservative, prevention-first care with transparent pricing, so you understand what’s needed, what can wait, and what it will cost before you decide.

The Four Pillars of Cumberland Dental

Legacy

Three generations of Chan family service. Founded in 1982 with a hospitality-first mindset, care built on warmth, consistency, and relationships that last. Dr. Benjamin Chan grew up in the practice, trained at Tufts, and returned to carry the vision forward.

Excellence

Board-certified in orthodontics, with advanced training beyond dental school. Faculty at Tufts, committed to continuous learning, and supported by modern tools like iTero scanning, digital imaging, and Invisalign expertise.

Community

Born and raised in Cumberland, committed for the long run. A family practice rooted locally, built to serve these neighborhoods for decades, not to be sold, relocated, or replaced by a corporation.

Hospitality

Restaurant mentality meets dental expertise: welcoming families with warmth, remembering the details, staying flexible when life happens, and creating an experience that feels personal, not clinical, from first call to final smile.

We’re invested in Cumberland’s future because it’s our home.

You’re not choosing a practice that might relocate, sell to a corporation, or close when the owner retires.

You’re choosing a family business committed to serving these communities for the next 60+ years.

Your Child’s First Smile is His Foundation

You want the best for your child, and you genuinely care about setting them up for success. Here’s something most parenting guides miss: dental health and confidence are directly connected. At Cumberland Dental, we see our job as building that confidence foundation early, by making the first visit feel safe, supporting anxious kids with proven behavioral strategies, and teaching parents how everyday habits shape prevention.

Your Teen's Confidence Goes Beyond Teeth

You’ve been through the pediatric dentistry phase. Now you’re facing the orthodontic decision, and it feels overwhelming. It’s not just about appearance. Alignment affects how kids speak, eat, breathe, and feel about themselves during the most socially important years. We’ll walk you through early vs. later intervention and help you choose between Invisalign and braces based on what’s actually best for your tee.

Your Smile Affects More Than You Think

Research is clear: your smile impacts how people perceive your competence and trustworthiness. By your 40s and 50s, you’ve likely noticed changes, and you want a plan you can trust. We offer a comprehensive evaluation, an honest assessment of what needs treatment vs. what’s optional, and clear options you can choose from without judgment or pressure.

Three Generations One Trusted Practice

You brought your children to Dr. William. Now your grandchildren are coming to Dr. Ben. That continuity matters. It means the same practice philosophy, the same hospitality mentality, and the same commitment to this community, care you’ve experienced over decades, and trust you can pass on with confidence.

Addressing the unspoken objections

We understand your concerns

Here's how we address them

Corporate dentists will upsell me treatments I don’t need.

Corporate chains are often driven by quotas and production goals, which leads to pressure selling and unnecessary treatment. Cumberland Dental operates differently. Dr. Ben isn’t answering to shareholders, he recommends only what he would for his own family. We show you exactly what we see, explain your options, and take a conservative approach when something can safely wait. That trust is why most of our new patients come from referrals.

Will I be judged if my child has cavities?

They’re influenced by genetics, biology, and early development, not just brushing habits. We don’t shame or lecture parents or kids. We focus on understanding what’s happening and preventing the next cavity. Every child is treated with patience and respect, especially those with anxiety, behavioral challenges, or special needs.

Orthodontics is expensive. Can’t we just wait?

Early orthodontic evaluation allows us to guide growth when treatment is simpler, shorter, and more affordable. Waiting often leads to longer treatment, higher costs, and more invasive solutions later. An evaluation at age seven doesn’t mean immediate braces, it means catching problems at the most effective window.

Our pediatric dentist closed. Can you help?

We understand how disruptive losing a trusted dentist can be. We’re accepting new patients, offer timely appointments, and make transitions smooth by reviewing your child’s full history and preferences. Cumberland Dental isn’t a temporary replacement, we’re a long-term home for your family’s care.