About Us
Dr. Mel Pearson has been serving the orthodontic needs of Staten Island since 1971.
Education:
Bachelor of Science from Brooklyn College — 1963
Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry — 1967
Certificate of Training in Orthodontics from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons — 1971
Continuing Education Seminars annually attended in excess of needed minimum for license renewal
Professional Associations:
American Dental Association-Richmond County Dental Society
American Association of Orthodontists
Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity
Tri-State Orthodontic Study Group
South Shore Dental Study Group
Staten Island Chamber of Commerce
Past President of:
Richmond County Dental Society
Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity-Staten Island Alumni Association
South Shore Dental Study Group
Hospital Affiliations:
Past attending at Staten Island University Hospital Dental Clinic-Orthodontic Section
Past Chairman of the orthodontic section of Richmond Memorial Hospital Dental Clinic
Initiated and Organized the Richmond County Dental Hygienist Study Group
Military Service:
Captain---US Air Force Dental Corps — Honorable Discharge
Family:
Wife — Paula
Two daughters — Rachel (Veterinarian) and Stacey (Ceramist)
Two stepchildren — Gina (Registered Nurse) and Michael (Future M.D.)