Dr. Jim Haas has always loved working with children, so his decision to become a pediatric dentist was a natural choice. After over 20 years in private practice, Dr. Jim is grateful that he has been fortunate enough to work in a field that he thoroughly enjoys. His focus is not only on the dental health of his patients, but on their overall well-being. Dr. Jim wants all of his patients and their families to feel comfortable with their treatments, but he recognizes that this can only be accomplished by assessing each individuals needs. His calm, soothing, and often humorous approach help his patients relax and walk away with a very positive dental experience. For patients who are more anxious or have special needs, Dr. Jim has extensive training in conscious and complete sedation dentistry for children and is one of only a few pediatric dentists in New Hampshire who holds a permit to sedate children.

Dr. Jim attended the University of Vermont, and then graduated, with high honors, from Rutgers University. He moved directly from there to the University of Maryland Dental School, graduating magna cum laude. After dental school, Dr. Jim completed a 3-year residency in pediatric dentistry at the Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Jim Haas is board certified in pediatric dentistry, earned the title of Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, New Hampshire Dental Society, and the New Hampshire Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

It is important to Dr. Jim to spend time with his family and to be involved with his community. When hes not reading, hiking, boating, or traveling with his kids, Dr. Jim likes to support children here in New Hampshire and abroad. He is involved with the foster care system in New Hampshire and participates in the Dentists with a Heart program, including providing screenings in local elementary schools. Dr. Jim also travels to Israel every year in conjunction with Dental Volunteers for Israel, donating his time and talents to underprivileged children, from all backgrounds, in Jerusalem.

Dr. Brian Sullivan, better known as Chip, has lived in New Hampshire since 2001 when he was still ingrammar school. Dr. Chip graduated from Pinkerton Academy in 2012 where he ran track and field andhe went on to study and run at the University of New Hampshire. During his time at UNH, Chip had theopportunity to go on a mission trip to Panama with 2 dentists which left him with a burning desire tocomplete another trip but the next as a dentist.

After graduating with his B.S. in Neuroscience, Chip took a year off to work and race his dirt bike. Duringthat year, Chip received his acceptance to Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Duringhis first year of dental school, Chip finished his motocross season with a New England amateurchampionship. This competitive and self-motivated nature would allow him to rise to the top of his classin his clinical competencies. During his final year, he was the recipient of two awards, an Excellence inGeneral Dentistry award and an Esthetic Appearance in Dentistry award upon graduation.

During his time practicing, Dr. Chip began to develop a new passion for dentistry working with children.He is a member of the NH dental society and strives to stay at the forefront of technology in his field bytaking continuing education coursework. His kind and patient demeanor will leave you and your kidswith a pleasant experience at the dental office.

Our practice is centered around children and caring for their specific needs in regards to preventative care and restorative care. We are very patient with children, and are especially interested in making them feel right at home! We aim to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each child, and we put his or her needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment!

Our staff is trained and skilled. All of our hygienists are Registered Dental Hygienists. Everyone is CPR-certified and certified by OSHA. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars taught by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Chanon has been a hygienist for over 30 years, 16 of them in pediatrics.She graduated in 1991 from NHTI with an Associate's degree inScience with a major in Dental Hygiene. Chanon was born and raisedin Rochester NH and married her high school sweetheart. They raisedthree sons who they are very proud of. She loves to work in pediatricsand she strives to create a fun and positive environment where kidsenjoy coming to the dentist. When Chanon is not working, she enjoysspending time with her husband, her sons, her 2 dogs, and her friends onweekends. Chanon loves dogs, yoga, gardening, skiing, cooking for herfamily, and spending summers at the lake on her boat.

Chris loved going to the dentist as a child. Her dental hygienist made such a big impression on her, so muchso, she knew she wanted to be one too. In 1990, Chris graduated from the University of Maine with an Associate'sof Science degree in Dental Hygiene. After spending 26 years in general dentistry, Chris joined the Doveroffice in the Spring of 2017. She can't believe she waited so long to work as a pediatric hygienist! Chris lovesconnecting with the children, making them comfortable while giving them the most positive funexperience she can provide. Chris wants to be THAT hygienist that makes a big impression like her hygienist didfor her.Chris has been married to my husband, Dan, for 26 years. They have three children, Adam (23), Sam (21) andGrace (16). Although they love our children a lot, they look forward to the day they spread their wings andleave the nest. Just kidding, maybe. They also have a black lab named Finn, a cat named Mario, and threerabbits; Honey Bunny, Athena, and Buttercup.In her spare time, Chris enjoys spending time with my family, camping, 4 wheeling, exploring, walking/hiking,visits to the ocean looking for sea glass, and visiting as many lighthouses we can find.Chris wants to express how thankful I am to be a part of the Haas team. Everyone has been so welcoming,helpful, professional, and kind. She looks forward to spending the rest of my career here.

Connie comes to us with 20 years in the healthcare industry. She has a Bachelor'sdegree in Health Care Management from Southern New HampshireUniversity and she is a graduate from John Stark Regional HighSchool. She is committed to ensuring that every patient receivesexceptional service with a focus on excellent team energy.

Permanent teeth will begin to grow around age 6, and except for wisdom teeth, are all present between ages 12 and 14. The next teeth to grow in are the 12-year molars and finally the wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth typically begin breaking through from age 17 and on. The total number of permanent teeth is 32, though few people have room for all 32 teeth. This is why wisdom teeth are usually removed.

Your front teeth are called incisors. The sharp fang-like teeth are canines. The next side teeth are referred to as pre-molars or bicuspids, and the back teeth are molars. Your permanent teeth are the ones you keep for life, so it is vital that they are brushed and flossed regularly and that periodic check-ups by a dentist are followed.