Dr. Cloutier has been practicing dentistry in since 2005. He purchased the practice of Dr. Stephen Hatch in Bridgton in 2013 and has changed the name to Bridgton Dental Associates. Since then, Dr. Cloutier has made numerous upgrades to the facility such as more private and comfortable treatment rooms, new dental delivery equipment, and modern diagnostic instruments. Perhaps more importantly, he has changed the way that patients are cared for. He believes that listening to the patient and developing a treatment plan that truly works for the patient is really what it's all about. Recently, Dr. Tyler Gagnon has joined the practice. With this addition, Bridgton Dental Associates can now offer more opportunities for patients to receive all of their dental care right here in Bridgton.
Not much happens in Abbot, Maine. At least not when Dr. Paul Cloutier was growing up there in the 1970s and 1980s. It was the kind of place where you know everybody and everybody knows your business. Its a place of simple lessonsaccountability, honesty, hard work, boredom. Dr. Cloutier grew up in a large working-class family, lots of meatloaf and mashed potatoes.Some Dr. Cloutiers earliest life experiences convinced him that he should pay attention in school. He attended schools in Guilford, Maine where he earned good grades, was active in sports and was a known to be teachers favorite.
Dr. Cloutier graduated from Boston College in 1990 with a BS in economics. After graduating, he learned that an individual really needs a PHD in economics to earn a good job in that field. Unqualified for most careers, he secured a job where qualifications arent very importantpolitics. He moved to Washington DC and worked for Senator George Mitchell. Although Dr. Cloutier enjoyed politics and his time in Washington, he ruled it out as a career. He knew that he wanted to return to Maine and work with his hands. It was shortly after that he enrolled in Dental school.
Dr. Cloutier likes to focus his time on restoring and maintaining optimal dental function. This means different things for different patients. He devotes most of his professional life trying to figure out what an individual patient believes to be his or her optimal function is, honoring it, and earning their trust. Although Dr. Cloutier can not promise perfect outcomes, he does guarantee that he is constantly striving for perfection.
Dr. Cloutier loves what he has built at Bridgton Dental Associates because he has surrounded himself with a remarkable group of employees. He receives amount tremendous satisfaction knowing that my employees and I are helping people achieve their optimal dental health.
Dr. Cloutier and his wife Kathy reside Cumberland, Maine with their two children. When Dr. Cloutiers is not working or spending time with his family he can be found golfing, dabbling in woodworking, or spending sometime in the remote areas of northern Maine where he enjoys fly fishing, canoeing and the absence of cell phone coverage.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 13 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestGary Burhite
a year ago
Absolutely professional, personalized, friendly service every time!!!
Brian Kimball
a year ago
I look forward to my dentist appointments everytime I come here!! Everyone is so so nice and so amazing!
Darcy Pomerleau
a year ago
Always friendly and on time! Highly recommended!
Derriann Maynard
2 years ago
Haven't had a dentist in a few years recently had a dental issue. Called them an took me in the same day..just finished my appointment this morning with a great experience. Could not ask for a more experienced and professional business.
Lee Wurzel
2 years ago
I put off going for a long time because of a past experience with my wisdom teeth at a different place. My front teeth had bad cavities and a lot of decay. I was getting more and more depressed, talked trying not show my teeth and stopped smiling. They were very understanding of my past experiences they walked me through the steps slowly and comfortably. So happy I can smile again and I have Bridgton Dental Associates to thank for it!
Lee Wurzel
3 years ago
I put off going for a long time because of a past experience with my wisdom teeth at a different place. My front teeth had bad cavities and a lot of decay. I was getting more and more depressed, talked trying not show my teeth and stopped smiling. They were very understanding of my past experiences they walked me through the steps slowly and comfortably. So happy I can smile again and I have Bridgton Dental Associates to thank for it!
Brittiny-Rae Gagnon
4 years ago
Dr. Gagnon and Danielle provided me with excellent care at my visit. They made me feel comfortable and were able to alleviate my tooth pain quickly. Julie was excellent when scheduling my appointments and went out of her way to call me when an appointment at my preferred time became available. When I ran into an emergency situation Dr. Cloutier was able to get me in on short notice and fix my problem quickly. I was very impressed by the team and look forward to continuing my dental care with Bridgton Dental Associates.
Brittiny-Rae Gagnon
5 years ago
Dr. Gagnon and Danielle provided me with excellent care at my visit. They made me feel comfortable and were able to alleviate my tooth pain quickly. Julie was excellent when scheduling my appointments and went out of her way to call me when an appointment at my preferred time became available. When I ran into an emergency situation Dr. Cloutier was able to get me in on short notice and fix my problem quickly. I was very impressed by the team and look forward to continuing my dental care with Bridgton Dental Associates.
Matt Pack
5 years ago
Best staff and best dentist I have been to.
Matt Pack
6 years ago
Best staff and best dentist I have been to.
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