Everyone in the office was super friendly! As my daughter was having her teeth cleaned they let her hold 'Mr. Thristy' (the suction) and allowed her to use when needed. My daughter loved her visit! Definitely a fantastic dentist! - Britta Nicole Marshall
Great customer service. Nice people. My 5 year old wants to go back. After a bad experience last year with a different dentist, these were sweet words to a mother's ears. Thanks Dr. Wilson!!! - Katie Brodeur
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Pediatric dentists promote the dental health of children as well as serve as an educational resource for parents raising children. It is recommended that a dental visit should occur within six months after the presence of the first tooth or by a child's first birthday. Early oral examination aids in the detection of tooth decay and is essential to maintaining oral health. Pediatric dentists can also help modify oral habits early on to help prevent future problems. Additionally, parents are educated on a child's at home oral care and a cavities (caries) risk assessment. Parents may also obtain information about children's finger, thumb, and pacifier habits. Pediatric dentist will also advise on diet during a child's growth and development stage to best prevent oral problems.
Great Outdoors Pediatric Dentistry provides specialized dentistry for children and adolescents in a 'child-friendly' environment. Dr. Wilson focuses on preventive care to help each child maintain a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. We serve infants, children and teens in the Dover area.
Pediatric dentistry is a specialized area of dentistry focused on and dedicated to the oral health of children. This ranges from infancy all the way through your childs teen years. Our pediatric dentists have vast experience and qualifications to care for the unique needs of a childs teeth, gums, and mouth throughout all the various stages of childhood, puberty and adolescence.
Children will usually begin to get their baby teeth during the first 6 months to a year of life. The American Dental Association has recommended that your child visit a pediatric dentist once their first tooth erupts or by age 1, whichever happens first. By age 6 or 7 years, your child will begin to lose these baby teeth, which will be replaced by their permanent teeth. Proper dental care is crucial in order to prevent your child from facing oral disease and decay, which can contribute to a lifetime of dental complications.
In addition to the four years of dental school that all dentists attend, childrens dentists have also completed two additional years of residency training. This training has allowed them to work with and become specialists in dentistry for infants, children, teens, and even children with special needs.
We know that children are not just small adults! They have difficulty being patient and cooperative during their dental exams. Luckily, our pediatric dentists are skilled at putting children at ease and making them feel comfortable.
Dr. Patrick T. Wilson grew up in Centennial, Colorado, a suburb south of Denver. He attended Haverford College, and then got his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He met his classmate and wife, Kate Wilson, at Tufts and she convinced him to join the Army after graduation. They left for a four year tour in Germany, where they both completed a one year residency in advanced general dentistry. Dr. Wilson served for a year in Iraq with the 464th Medical Company, treating coalition forces, refugees, and detainees. From his clinic in Iraq, Dr. Wilson applied for a pediatric dental residency and was selected to attend The Childrens Hospital program in Colorado.
Upon completion of residency in 2008, Dr. Wilson joined a large practice in the Denver suburbs.The years marched by, and two sons joined the family, but the desire for travel didnt abate.The Wilsons decided to move close to Dr. Kate Wilsons family, and headed to the seacoast. Dr. Wilson is excited to bring his experience to a brand new dental practice in Dover, NH serving all surrounding communities. When not chasing toddlers, Dr. Wilson enjoys skiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, cooking,traveling, and everything else associated with the outdoors. Dr Wilson is a board certified pediatric dentist.
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Rating 4.1 out of 5 based on 145 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestAmber Tomblin
a year ago
Always a great visit when we have Bonnie. She's so great with the kids and makes sure everyone knows every last detail of the care going on and moving forward. Couldn't ask for a better hygienist.
Shelagh Braley
a year ago
Warm welcome for us as a new family. Lots of fun distractions to occupy a nervous young client around the office. Loved the TV mounted on the ceiling, playing hilarious Minions. I especially appreciated the positive feedback directly to my son from Dr. Wilson, fist bumps always welcome for following directions! Thank you, GOPD!
Marjorie Prompradit
a year ago
The whole team made my daughter feel relaxed and cared for. She was very nervous to start with but they made her feel very comfortable. They were also very informative to myself,ate it very easy to ask questions.
k w
a year ago
Absolutely amazing practice. The staff and Dr are wonderful. They deal with patients in need and often ungrateful parents. Good for them for doing the right thing. The world needs more heroes caring for underserved populations.
Joanna Sweet
2 years ago
The front desk staff and the dental assistants are very kind. Dr Wilson clearly has a military background, which doesn't work great for my special needs child. He was stern and impatient with my anxious 7yr old. Asked me to leave the room for X-rays and then heard him scolding my son. The office also cancelled my child's routine appointment (that's fine!) but then he scolded me for being 4 months late bringing my child in for a cleaning (it was the soonest available that worked when rescheduling) Not our style dentist.
Katie Ryan
2 years ago
This is by far the best pediatric dentistry in the area! My twins have been going here for sometime now and they are always so friendly and welcoming. The location and space is very nice and they're very attentive to all the needs of my children.
Katherine Meredith
2 years ago
There is no other place we would go to have our kiddo's teeth cleaned. There are patient, fun and our kids are actually excited about going to the dentist!
Kyra Lunday
2 years ago
They were so patient and explained to my 2 year old what each item was and what they were doing with it. He was reluctant at first but started to warm up. They were great
Amy
2 years ago
We have been coming to Great Outdoor Dentisty for a couple of years now and always have a great experience. Everyone is so nice and friendly and we rarely ever have a wait. We are so happy we found Dr Wilson :)
Elizabeth Croston
2 years ago
Dental hygienist "Bonnie" was great with my toddler. Very patient and the whole visit went smoothly.
Desiray Terry
2 years ago
My 4 and 2 year olds love them my husband and I love them a win for the whole family!!! So much better than avis
Jed Howard
2 years ago
My boys always love coming here. My 7 year old had a cavity filled today and still left smiling and happy! Thank you!
Allie Wentworth
2 years ago
Absolutely amazing all the way around!! This was our second time bringing our infant here (first was for a lip tie) both times were fantastic!! Would definitely recommend GOPD!!
Jasmine Pelloni
2 years ago
We have been going to GOPD for the past three years with our kids and have had nothing but great experiences. He gave our daughter her smile back when he fixed some discoloration on her front teeth, and works with our son, who has had delays in his teeth growth and loss. We feel like we are in great hands with GOPD and Dr Wilson.
sabrina Dickinson
2 years ago
Miss Bonnie was amazing with my son. She got a quiet boy to open up within 5 minutes of being with him. That made this momma beaming with joy and happiness. She made my son's experience on his first visit joyable that my little one can't wait to go back. He hasn't stopped talking about it. Thank you for bringing our anxiety down 1000.
Dianna Purves
2 years ago
My autistic son was having a hard time because he was scared after having dental surgery because that was the same room they gave him the shot in and the Dentist did the check up with him standing. I appreciate the patience and flexibility.
Keith Legere
2 years ago
Great facility, great service, great people. The only knock was they were running ten minutes late and we were ten minutes early. They did apologize. It would have been a 4.5 stars if it was an option.
Hazel Mayanja
2 years ago
Great outdoors pediatric dentist has been great with my kids they love going and get excited and can't wait for there trunk when we r in waiting. Everyone in there is nice and great people .
Rick Gagne
2 years ago
Everyone is very friendly and welcoming in this dental office. Very kid friendly, always a kid movie playing on the big screen. Not sure what more you could ask for.
Ali Stapley
2 years ago
Very good best place ever
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