My family of five has been seeing Dr. Peter J. Deschenes and his office staff since 1997. I can’t imagine going anywhere else. In fact, we moved 30 minutes away in 2002 and my husband did go to a local office. He was back with Dr. Deschenes immediately after, despite the long drive from work. As a former self proclaimed dental-phobe, I appreciate Dr. Deschenes clear explanations of what needs to be done and how he is going to do it. He explores in detail options and recommends what he thinks is the best solution based on all the factors involved. Furthermore, he informs us step by step what he is doing while working on us. As a parent, I am grateful for the instruction regarding when to see the orthodontist and the guidance as to what to discuss when I do see him. Their office is child friendly, with activities to occupy siblings, distractions during fluoride treatments, and goody-bag trinkets. The hygienists show patients proper brushing techniques using models of teeth, toothbrushes, and mirrors. And, their modern equipment includes cameras to showcase specific areas in the mouth, and digital x-rays. I find Dr. Deschenes’ office friendly, comfortable, and above all, trustworthy. And honestly, no one in my family is afraid to go to the dentist. Well, most of the time, anyway!

Dr. Deschenes was part of a dental team which successfully treated my upper jaw using implants and permanent restoration. Eight implants were placed by Dr. Tracy Ginsburg and before I left her office, Dr. Deschenes had placed a permanent bridge -- the entire procedure lasted 4 hours. I walked in wearing a denture and left with permanent teeth. Today, I laugh, smile, eat, drink and talk without fear of an unexpected embarrassing moment. That was approximately 8 years ago and with each check-up I am assured that my mouth could not be in better health. Approximately 4 years ago, my husband and I moved an hour and a half away from Dr. Deschenes’ office but we wouldn’t think of going to anyone else. He is our dentist for life. His office staff makes us feel like we are part of their work “family” and make every effort to be gentle and kind. We are happy to finally have a caring dentist and office staff tending to our health issues.

Finding a kind, gentle, good dentist seems to be one of the hardest things to do. I have honestly never been so relaxed in a dentist’s chair! Dr. Deschenes completely changed the way I view visits to the dentist. He took all the fear out of the process and replaced it with information and reassurance. His staff is as pleasant, cheerful and gentle as he is. See how bright my smile is and you’ll know he does good work! A smile is a sign of confidence; when someone walks out of a dentist’s office with a smile it speaks volumes! Dr. Deschenes is a friendly, patient, gentle Doctor who cares not just about my teeth, but about how I feel about the options and decisions we make. I wish I had found him years ago. Visit once and stay for the rest of your life. He’s just that good.