Dr. David Reid Atherton, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1073690160
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About This Provider
Dr. David Atherton is a pediatric dentist in Redmond who specializes in caring for infants, children, and adolescents—including those with special medical or behavioral needs. A lifetime diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Atherton completed advanced training in pediatric dentistry at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin and founded his practice in 1988. He believes in treating the whole child, not just the teeth, and has been recognized as a top dentist in several publications. Beyond his patient care, Dr. Atherton has spent years teaching and training future pediatric dentists at the University of Washington and previously served the community at a tribal health clinic in Wisconsin. He is accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- University Of Washington / School Of Dentistry — Medical School (1981)
- 2-year advanced post-doctoral pediatric dentistry residency, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in association with Marquette University Dental School
- Zoophysiology degree, Washington State University
- Marquette University / School Of Dentistry (1987)
- Children's Hospital Of Wisconsin — Residency Hospital (1987)
- Dental School, University of Washington
Board Certifications
- Lifetime Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 11/01/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized as a top dentist in several publications
Beyond the Office
Teaching and research at University of Washington
Serving as attending dentist for Children's Hospital Residency Program
4 years of service at Menominee Tribal Clinic in Wisconsin focusing on Head Start Program children
Founded the clinic in 1988
Grew up in the Seattle area
Traded in his dental handpiece for woodworking tools, a bike, a camera and a world map (retired)
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