[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 3 (Tuesday, January 7, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S55]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING DELICATE PERIODONTICS AND IMPLANT DENTISTRY

 Mr. RUBIO. Madam President, as chairman of the Senate 
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I highlight 
a small business that exemplifies the value of dignified work and the 
unique entrepreneurial spirit of our Nation. It is my privilege to 
recognize a Florida small business that is dedicated to its patients, 
as well as the surrounding community. Today, I am proud to honor 
Delicate Periodontics and Implant Dentistry of Wellington, FL, as the 
Senate Small Business of the Week.
  Founded in 2017 by owner Dr. J'Nelle Delica, Delicate Periodontics 
and Implant Dentistry is a friendly, welcoming dental practice that 
provides quality dental care with a specialization in laser 
periodontics. A first-generation Jamaican-American and native 
Floridian, Dr. Delica dreamed of opening a dental practice since she 
was 13. Years later, Dr. Delica has achieved her dream and has 
dedicated her career to treating patients and educating individuals on 
dental health. In addition to services such as exams and cleanings, 
Delicate Periodontics provides surgical and laser periodontal therapy, 
soft tissue and bone grafts, dental implants, and sinus lifts. With the 
help of her staff, Dr. Delica ensures that each patient receives 
personalized attention. When faced with large and complicated cases, 
Dr. Delica ensures that the process remains collaborative so patients 
feel at ease.
  Delicate Periodontics is also involved in giving back to the 
community through events like health fairs where Dr. Delica provides 
dental screenings for Palm Beach County residents. The dental practice 
has also been a dedicated sponsor for events in the Wellington 
community such as the Meet Me at the Race Sunset Stride Family 5K. 
Additionally, Dr. Delica has dedicated much of her time to educating 
local middle and high school students about careers in dentistry as 
part of an annual health symposium.
  Dr. Delica's passion for educating others on dental hygiene has 
extended far beyond the walls of Delicate Periodontics. As a student, 
Dr. Delica partnered with the Jamaican Ministry of Health to educate 
families on dental health in early childhood. After earning her degree 
in dentistry, Dr. Delica maintained her relationship with Jamaica and 
currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at the University of West 
Indies Dental School. In recent years, Dr. Delica has brought her 
dental expertise to Saint Ann, Jamaica, where she and other health 
professionals volunteer their dentistry skills for patients in need.
  Dr. Delica and her team's dedication to quality dental services and 
community service, both in the United States and abroad, makes Delicate 
Periodontics and Implant Dentistry an integral member of the South 
Florida economy. Congratulations to the entire team at Delicate 
Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. I look forward to watching your 
continued growth and success.

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