You may wonder why our dental office logo is a young oak tree, and the reason is a simple one. Growing kids remind Dr. Patrick of trees; theyre both very resilient and can bounce back from almost anything life throws their way while continuing to thrive. Its an amazing experience to watch every special patient develop a stronger sense of self-image and confidence over the years, especially when hes helping them work towards a healthier, stronger smile!
Both parents and children have plenty of reasons to love our dental office. Our facility is clean, modern, colorful, calming, peaceful, playful, and features large windows that let plenty of natural light in, which can help reduce stress. We even have a back patio with a beautifully maintained green space so Mom and Dad can relax and get some fresh air while we take care of their child.
Everyone on our team loves children! We know how to put children, ranging from small babies all the way up to maturing teenagers, at ease and make dental care a stress-free experience. Our team members are warm, gentle, and friendly and can cater treatment to your childs individual needs. In everything we do, we strive to help your child have more confidence in their ability to succeed at the dentist.
With more than a decade of experience in dentistry, Dr. Patrick has the skills and know-how required to leave your kids smiling! He has a particular interest in guiding patients who are anxious or nervous about visiting their dentists office. He finds there is nothing more rewarding than helping a nervous child transform into one beaming with newfound confidence and pride as they leave the dental office. Dr. Patrick received special training during his residency, where he learned how to treat the unique needs of children. Dr. Patrick enjoys the puzzles that pediatric dentistry presents. He likes to figure out how to create a particular treatment plan and experience just right for each unique patient. Interested in learning more about him? Just keep reading below.
Dr. Patrick attended Thomas More University for his undergraduate degree and then achieved his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Kentucky. From the University of Toledo Medical Center, herecieved his Masters in Biomedical Sciences and completed a two year advanced training program in pediatric dentistry. Today, he is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist this means that hes completed rigorous examinations to prove his expertise and is also committed to keeping up with continuing education in the field. Additionally, he has advanced training in growth and development, patient behavioral management, general anasthesia, and pediatric medicine amongst many other skills that separate pediatric dentists from their peers.
Dr. Patrick grew up in Kentucky, just across the river from Cincinnati. He is married to his wonderful wife Heidi, and they have one daughter together who is 3 going on 30! Being a dad is definitely his greatest joy. As for other hobbies, he enjoys everything to do with cooking the gadgets, the TV shows, the noise of a kitchen, the creativity, and (of course) the great food at the end. Hes a big dog person and even once had a dog trained to do pet therapy for kids who struggled with reading. He loves cycling, skiing, visiting the mountains, and watching college basketball his team has always been the Kentucky Wildcats!
Before becoming a dentist, Dr. Patrick held some very interesting jobs. He worked as a volunteer firefighter (he even has the helmet to prove it) and was an EMT on the back of a life squad. Hes been a federal biologist on a fishing boat in the Bering Sea, and even worked for Proctor and Gamble researching different kinds of soap and has two patents! If you have a bad stain at home, ask him about it he can tell you how to get rid of it for good.
If youre looking for a highly-trained, compassionate, and fun childrens dentist near Cherry Creek, then we encourage you to visit Dr. Bowman and our team! Our pediatric dental office is located at 1280 S Pearl Street in Denver, CO that places us less than 5 miles from Cherry Creek! Just take University Blvd to E Louisiana Ave. We arent far from Washington Park and I-25. If you have trouble finding our practice, dont hesitate to reach out.