Dr. Bloom earned his degree in dental medicine from Tufts Dental School in 1978. Given his commitment to intensive Hands-On training (with over 3,00 hours in advanced training) hes become a master dentist in all aspects of restorative, aesthetics, non-invasive solutions, TMJ pain and dysfunction, headache pain and implant treatment. He is an alumnus of three of the most prestigious training centers in the country:the Peter Dawson Institute of Advanced Dental Studies, the Seattle Institute of Advanced Dental Education, and the L.D. Pankey Institute. For mastery in composite/non-invasive aesthetics, hes trained with the three world leaders in composite dentistryNewton Fahl DMD, Pascal Magne (world acclaimed lab artisan) and Didier Dietschi DMD. He continues to dedicate weeks a year for his own training though hands-on intensives. Trainings in 2021three-day intensivetraining on TMJ/TMD (Pankey Institute-Miami Fla.) and four-day session on mastering composite aesthetics (IDEA Center-S.F.). Meet him and youll feel his passion for your health, and well-being.
In 2000, he was one of seventy-five dentists from around the world selected for a visiting faculty position at the L.D. Pankey Institutean elite distinction. Once a year he takes time out of practice to teach his expertise in TMJ dysfunction and treatment, aesthetic dentistry & smile design, reconstructive and implant dentistry using the latest in digital technologies, and the most conservative treatments using bonded composite, and porcelain. Most recently, he taught Jan 28-Feb 3 at thePankey Institute, the Essential 3 Continuum. Getting out before the storm, along side two other instructors) he taught a group of super talented clinicians and lab artisans.
Now that you know about his skills and talents you should also know hes super genuine, loves to chat about almost everything, is funny, loves music, dogs, travel, skiing, biking, good food, wine and tequila Btw, all the gorgeous photos in the practice were taken by him. He loves nothing more than getting lost with his camera another one of his passions.
We are a high-end, high quality, relationship-based practice. We believe that by spending the right amount of time to diagnose, employing the latest technological advances, working with the very best dental laboratories and materials, we offer comprehensive treatment that is long lasting, aligned with your short and long term dental health, and aesthetic goals. And, as we are relationship-based, knowing you (beyond your dental history) and building your trust is vitally important as we work together to achieve your path toward optimal dental health.
Martha is Dr. Blooms longtime dental assistant and if youre in the office for more than ten minutes chances are you will hear her sing. Marty has been with David since 1986, we keep asking when shell retire but to our delight shes still with us. From her words we have such a good time laughing all day, our patients are the best. We cherish her for her sunny disposition, calm and sense of humor and professionalism. Marty and her husband Richie enjoy dining out and spending time with family and friends, especially their three grandchildren Ava and Matthew, and Baby
Erins mission every day is to make her patients feel comfortable, relaxed and nurtured. She has a devilish personality and dry sense of humor, guaranteed youll leave with a big ole smile. Shell take great care of you with over 22 yrs in the field shes has all the arrows in her quiver and will show full proof ways to stay healthy. Shes super busy outside the office, a Barre Fitness devotee, married with two grown kids, Mackenzie is now a teacher and Gregory in his first year at UNH. She and Gary enjoy their family life (Gregory is super busy in sports) and vacationing at their lake house.
Heidi has made a career in dentistry, shes an incredibly talented lab tech. She makes our custom bite splints and designs and finishes all CERAC crownsalso assists David at least once a week. Shes a pure people person, guaranteed to make you laugh. Shes also a nurturer and busy mom of three (two girls and boy). Ask her about her favorite season, shell smile and say summer. They live on the water and have made their home a lake paradise.
Jessie joined our practice in May 2020, she brings with her a depth of experience in the dental field as a manager/owner and dental assistant Jessie and her former husband ran a Pankey-style practice. She understands the Pankey (patient-centric) philosophy that to the right result you cannot cut corners and everything starts with a balanced occlusion. Adding to her professional skills, Jessie is warm, thoughtful and a great listener. And to keep the energy on the lighter side she LOVES to kid around.
This is Bridget Bardet, a Barbet (French Water dog) who loves to meet new humans with kisses. Typically, Pam brings her in on Wednesday afternoon, but she does take requests. Shes has never met a human she didnt love, if youre lucky enough to see her, shes guaranteed to make your day.
Leo is our wild child a 6 yr old Springer Spaniel, devilish as he is sensitive. Although hes way to hyper to bring into the practice during office hours, hes Mr Social on play datesnever met a dog he didnt want to run with. Leo loves Bridget, and they have roomies ever daysometimes whenIm working out, I have to say guys calm down, dont kill Mamahehe We love our posse.
With thirty years experience in advanced clinical methods, Dr. Bloom has trained with some of the worlds leading experts in fabricating beautiful, functional, and bio-compatible dentures. Making a beautifully designed denture is becoming a LOST ART, luckily Dr Bloom has the skills and passion for designing a denture that will look and function like your own. Seated directly on the gum tissue, Dr. Bloom fabricates your denture with three key objectives; comfort, functionality, and aesthetics. He sets the denture teeth in the mouth for aesthetics and proper speech patternpositioning the teeth as if they were your natural teeth. He then uses a functional impression (hydrocast) that flows for a custom fit. What makes Dr. Blooms dentures so unique is that he follows the contours to fit your pallet. Given this brilliant design, your denture will have far greater retention and ability to withstand torque ( wont break when eating). His world-class laboratory partner-NuCraft Dental Arts then processes your denture through precision processing, guaranteeing a denture that looks and feels great with superior retention.
When possible, hell fabricate an implant-supported denture where the denture is designed to coordinate and function with dental implants. The advantages of this method are two-fold: the dental implant helps to help preserve the bone while providing a solid, and secure fit. Dr. Bloom is passionate is changing the common held belief that dentures are uncomfortable, slip, and are unaesthetic. Given his extensive training in this area, and superb laboratory partner (NuCraft Dental Arts) his dentures have the look, and function as naturally as is possible.