Practitioners

Dr. Erich C. Schmidt is a distinguished periodontist and dental implant specialist known for his unwavering commitment to patient care and education. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Rochester (2004) and a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Connecticut (2008), Dr. Schmidt's academic journey exemplifies his dedication to merging scientific knowledge with clinical practice. He furthered his expertise at the University of Rochester Eastman Institute of Oral Health, earning a Certificate in Periodontology and Dental Implants.

Dr. Schmidt's dedication to advancing patient care and education in periodontology and implant dentistry is evident in his tireless pursuit of excellence. He draws inspiration and support from his loving family—his wife Jackie and their three children.

Dr. Schmidt embodies the values of compassion, expertise, and innovation, making him a respected leader in the dental community both locally in the Berkshires and beyond.

Dr. Rodríguez has demonstrated dedication and diligence in providing comprehensive guidance and exceptional care to patients. His expertise encompasses a wide range of procedures including regeneration therapy, osseous surgery, soft/hard tissue grafting, implants and sinus lifts. He has offered procedures with the highest level of care, created treatment plans to successfully restore oral health, and provided comprehensive oral care for his patients.

Dr. Rodríguez's educational background includes the Periodontology Post Graduate Program at Tufts Dental School, which he has been attending since July 2021. Prior to this, he completed a Periodontology Fellowship and served as an O.R. Coordinator (PGY-2) at Montefiore Medical Hospital from July 2020 to June 2021, and a General Residency Program (PGY-1) from July 2019 to June 2020. He earned his degree from the School of Dental Medicine at the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, in 2019, following his Bachelor's Degree in Natural Sciences with a Minor in Biotechnology from the University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón Campus, in 2015.

In his leisure time, Dr. Rodríguez enjoys traveling and exploring different cultures. He is also an enthusiast of outdoor activities such as hiking, beach hopping, and snowmobiling. He is fluent in both English and Spanish and looks forward to bringing his extensive experience and commitment to patient care to Nobel Perio.

Dr. Martin Talia is a dedicated periodontist committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every patient he treats. Born and raised in San Diego, California, Dr. Talia combines a West Coast upbringing with extensive clinical training and experience gained across the country. An avid soccer player and outdoor enthusiast, he enjoys hiking, biking, and traveling with his wife and family.

Dr. Talia earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from San Diego State University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from New York University College of Dentistry in 2015. He completed a one-year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) through NYU Lutheran Medical Center at La Maestra Dental Clinic in San Diego. Following several years practicing general dentistry, Dr. Talia pursued advanced specialty training in periodontology and he has recently completed a three-year residency at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Talia brings over seven years of broad general dentistry experience, including restorative procedures, implant restorations, surgical extractions, and bone grafting. He has completed extensive continuing education in implantology, including a 300-hour AAID Implant MaxiCourse at Loma Linda University and surgical implant training through the Live Implant Training Institute in Mexico, where he placed approximately 30 dental implants.

Emily is from western Massachusetts and has been practicing dentistry since 2018. She has been a hygienist at Nobel Perio since 2020, and engaging with her patients and helping them reach optimal oral health is what she enjoys most about her job. She also loves to travel and spend time with her family. She recently just had newborn twin boys with her husband and is very happy. She studied fashion merchandising at Johnson & Wales prior to becoming a hygienist and graduated as a dental hygienist from Tunxis Community College in Farmington, Connecticut. Tunxis provides a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes patient care treatment planning, proper patient education, and the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease. At Tunxis, she was able to work with an array of people at many clinics and hospitals throughout Connecticut. Emily holds a license in both Massachusetts and Connecticut and is certified in administering local anesthetics.