Our facility is state of the art and enables us to deliver a high level of care in the most comfortable, efficient and safe manner possible. You will find our doctors and staff to be very warm and caring providing you with personalized service to assist you to achieve and maintain a healthy smile for a lifetime. We are proud of our practice.
Many safeguards also go on behind the scenes. We are very proud of our state-of-the-art Steri-Center. All instruments are placed into an ultrasonic (vibrating) cleaner containing a bacterium killing solution. The instruments are then sterilized at high heat in an autoclave that is routinely tested by an outside licensed testing facility to be sure that all bacteria are killed. All instruments are placed in hospital grade cassettes to ensure hands-free sterilization.
We are committed to providing the best quality dentistry for a reasonable fee while providing the best possible protection for patients and staff against diseases and illnesses. We will continue to be on the leading edge in available dental procedures, materials and patient protection. Our patients health and safety are our primary concern.
Parents should take their children to the dentist regularly, beginning with the eruption of the first tooth. Then we can recommend a specific program of brushing, flossing, and other treatments for parents to supervise and teach to their children. These home treatments, when added to regular dental visits and a balanced diet, will help give your child a lifetime of healthy habits.
YES. Because our patients love us they often refer their friends and family because they want to see them receive the same level care. We are proud of the confidence our patients have placed in us by being a referral only based practice.
In order to treat each and every patient as an individual with unique dental needs, it is vital to completely assess their current oral health. We perform an oral cancer screening, we look at muscles and joints that open and close the mouth. We will look at your teeth, and gums and bone that hold the teeth in (the peridontium). We then take photos and x-rays when necessary. With this information we can determine the type of treatment that is right for you.
The most important part of brushing your teeth is the technique used. Toothpaste is important for what it supplies, fluoride and tartar control. Be careful of the whitening brands because some are abrasive and they can remove enamel from teeth.
After testing numerous brushes, we have concluded that electric is the best. We usually recommend electric toothbrushes because of their design, ease of use, and availability. There are numerous models on the market that work well. If you have a question about a specific brand, please ask us.
Dr. Robert A. Conte1993 graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Dental MedicineCompleted 1 year Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency26 years in private practiceMember of the ADA, RIDA, AGDFellow in the Academy of General DentistryMember of the Pierre Fauchard AcademyFormer President of the Kent County Chapter of the RI Dental AssociationVisiting Faculty CDocs.com and Spear Education in Scottsdale, AZCertified Henry Schein and DentsplySirona CEREC basic and advanced trainerContact Dr. Conte via email
Christian E. Johnson, D.D.S.1997 graduate of the University of Maryland Dental School22 years in private practiceMember of the ADA, RIDAMember of the American Academy of Facial EstheticsCertified Botox ProviderFormer President of the Kent County Chapter of the RI Dental AssociationContact Dr. Johnson via email
Dr. Bernhard Bringewald2011 graduate of the Boston University School of Dental MedicineCompleted 1 year General Practice Residency in Bangor, ME5 years of work experience in Public Health2 years as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of New England in Portland, MEMember in the ADA, RIDA, AGDFellow in the Academy of General DentistryContact Dr. Bringewald via email
Over 80 years combined experience in dental hygiene. Our progressive dental hygiene team will assist you in maintaining a lifetime of healthy gums and supporting bone. We offer the very latest in techniques, as well as instrumentation enabling us to provide you with the very best of care. Our hygiene program is customized to each patients individual condition.
Over 50 years combined experience in dentistry. Our highly trained treatment coordinators are responsible for assisting our doctors chair side during your visit. They will also be scheduling and following up on your treatment. They are an excellent resource for all of your dental questions.
