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David J. Dess, D.M.D.
Credentials: D.M.D. University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine 1981.
B.S. Biological Sciences Group, University of Connecticut, 1976
General Practice Residency. Hartford Hospital, 1982
Portsmouth R.I. School Dentist 1991-1995
After completing his residency in Hartford Connecticut where he had extensive additional training in all aspects of family and hospital dentistry, Dr. Dess and his family moved to Portsmouth in 1982. He has been in private practice ever since.
Awards Academy of Oral Pathology Award. American College of Dentists Fellowship Award
Professional Organizations American Dental Association, Rhode Island Dental Association, Newport County Dental Association.
Interests Cooking, Cycling, Hiking, Guitar and Reading.
Personal: Native of Bristol, Connecticut. Married to Thelma Dess. The Dess family, along with their two beautiful daughters, lives here in Portsmouth.
Credentials: D.M.D. University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine 1981.
B.S. Biological Sciences Group, University of Connecticut, 1976
General Practice Residency. Hartford Hospital, 1982
Portsmouth R.I. School Dentist 1991-1995
After completing his residency in Hartford Connecticut where he had extensive additional training in all aspects of family and hospital dentistry, Dr. Dess and his family moved to Portsmouth in 1982. He has been in private practice ever since.
Awards Academy of Oral Pathology Award. American College of Dentists Fellowship Award
Professional Organizations American Dental Association, Rhode Island Dental Association, Newport County Dental Association.
Interests Cooking, Cycling, Hiking, Guitar and Reading.
Personal: Native of Bristol, Connecticut. Married to Thelma Dess. The Dess family, along with their two beautiful daughters, lives here in Portsmouth.
Quick Facts
- 6 insurance plans accepted
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
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| Dentistry | Dentistry | Dentistry | Dentistry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 57 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | |
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| Med School: University of Pennsylvania | Med School: Tufts University School of Dental Medicine | Med School: Boston University | |
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Doctor Of Dental Surgery, Rhode Island, Active
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