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Meet Dr. Peter C. Cummings, DMD
After a childhood mishap at age 11 resulting in broken front teeth, Peter Cummings was treated by a remarkable, caring dentist who made Peter feel at ease in the dental chair. The dentist treated him like a person, hearing his concerns and involving him in the process. This positive experience is what inspired Peter to pursue a career in dentistry.
Dr. Cummings graduated from University of New Brunswick in Fredericton in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He went on to earn his doctorate at Tufts University where he graduated with his DMD in 1996. He practiced dentistry in the Bangor and Ellsworth areas for 12 years prior to opening the Hancock Dental office in Ellsworth in 2008.
Dr. Cummings lives in Holden, Maine with his wife and two sons.
After a childhood mishap at age 11 resulting in broken front teeth, Peter Cummings was treated by a remarkable, caring dentist who made Peter feel at ease in the dental chair. The dentist treated him like a person, hearing his concerns and involving him in the process. This positive experience is what inspired Peter to pursue a career in dentistry.
Dr. Cummings graduated from University of New Brunswick in Fredericton in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He went on to earn his doctorate at Tufts University where he graduated with his DMD in 1996. He practiced dentistry in the Bangor and Ellsworth areas for 12 years prior to opening the Hancock Dental office in Ellsworth in 2008.
Dr. Cummings lives in Holden, Maine with his wife and two sons.
Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- Stanford University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Hancock Dental
201 High StEllsworth, ME 04605 Tel: (207) 667-8778
Mon8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 3:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Peter Clifton Cummings has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Peter Clifton Cummings has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Dental Surgery, Maine, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Stanford University School Of Medicine
Medical School
Case Western Reserve University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988
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