Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dental Care Provider in Littleton, NH
Dr. Hughs Dental provides high-quality, state-of-the-art dental care tailored to individual patient needs. With expertise in implant dentistry, restorative procedures, and minimally invasive surgery, our team prioritizes patient comfort and long-term oral health. We utilize advanced technologies like CEREC CAD/CAM and AXIOS CBCT imaging to ensure precision and efficiency. Our practice emphasizes personalized treatment plans, sedation options for anxious patients, and a commitment to holistic wellness through preventive care. Recognized as a leader in Northern New Hampshire, we combine decades of experience with a patient-centric approach to deliver exceptional outcomes. 
Services
Dental Implants
Sedation Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Preventive Care
Aesthetic Rehabilitation
Bone Grafting
Gum Disease Treatment
Same-Day Crowns
Sleep Apnea Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified expertise in implant and restorative dentistry.
- Our team uses state-of-the-art CEREC CAD/CAM technology for same-day restorations.
- Personalized treatment plans address individual dental needs and concerns.
- Emergency dental services are available during business hours for urgent care.
- Sedation options ensure comfortable visits for anxious patients.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Oral Implantology
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- American Association of Implant Prosthodontics
What people say
Excellent implant results
Comfortable sedation experience
Knowledgeable and caring staff
Personalized treatment plans
Advanced technology used
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide a permanent solution for missing teeth through titanium posts fused with the jawbone. Our practice offers full-mouth rehabilitation and single-tooth replacements using digitally guided surgery. Patients benefit from improved aesthetics, function, and long-term oral health with reduced bone loss compared to traditional bridges or dentures.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation to ensure comfortable dental experiences. These options help patients with dental anxiety undergo procedures stress-free while maintaining safety through monitored vital signs. Sedation is tailored to individual needs, allowing complex treatments in fewer visits.
Restorative Dentistry
Our restorative services include crowns, bridges, dentures, and root canals to repair damaged or missing teeth. Using CEREC CAD/CAM technology, we create same-day ceramic restorations for efficient treatment. These solutions restore function, prevent further decay, and enhance smile aesthetics through natural-looking results.
Minimally Invasive Surgery
We perform LANAP and LAPIP laser therapies for gum disease and implant infections without traditional scalpel surgery. These techniques reduce bleeding, promote faster healing, and regenerate lost bone tissue around teeth and implants. Patients experience less discomfort and shorter recovery times compared to conventional methods.
Preventive Care
Preventive services include cleanings, oral cancer screenings, and fluoride treatments to maintain optimal oral health. Our hygienists use air polishing and ultrasonic tools for thorough biofilm removal while educating patients on home care routines. Regular checkups help detect issues early, preventing costly treatments later.
People
Hubert W. Hawkins IV
Dentist
Dr. Hawkins is a board-certified implant dentist with over 25 years of experience. He holds fellowships in multiple dental academies and has served as New Hampshire Dental Society President. He focuses on implant surgery and restorative dentistry.
Dave DeSalvo
Dentist
Dr. DeSalvo specializes in implant prosthodontics with dual fellowships in oral implantology. He combines sustainability expertise with advanced dental techniques, offering full-mouth rehabilitation and complex implant cases. He mentors dental students and prioritizes patient education.
Frank Valenti
Sedation Specialist
CRNA-certified sedation expert with 17+ years of experience in non-surgical pain management. He collaborates with dentists to create customized sedation plans, ensuring safe and comfortable procedures for anxious patients or complex treatments.
Tamra Perry
Office Manager
Certified dental assistant with 20+ years of experience managing patient care and office operations. She ensures smooth daily operations while providing compassionate support to patients throughout their treatment journeys.
Katie Latulip
Dental Hygienist
Public health-focused hygienist with expertise in medical-dental integration. She emphasizes holistic care through preventive treatments and patient education, bridging gaps between systemic health and oral wellness in private practice.
Questions
What restorative dentistry services do you offer?
We provide crowns, bridges, dentures, root canals, and full-mouth rehabilitation using CEREC CAD/CAM technology for same-day restorations.
Do you offer sedation for all dental procedures?
Yes, we provide nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation options tailored to your procedure and anxiety level during consultation.
How does good oral health impact overall health?
Maintaining oral health prevents harmful bacteria from contributing to systemic diseases while improving quality of life through better nutrition and confidence.
What surgical procedures are available?
We perform implant placement, bone grafting, gum disease therapy, wisdom tooth extractions, and urgent care surgeries using minimally invasive techniques.
Do you accept emergency dental patients?
Yes, we schedule one or two urgent care cases daily during business hours for pain, trauma, or dental emergencies.
What technology improves your dental cleanings?
We use air polishing, ultrasonics, and laser decontamination for thorough yet gentle cleanings, customized to your specific oral health needs.
Reviews (7)
Leidy G.
Jun 19, 2022
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Dr. Hugh's and the team are professionals. They take care of me with a lot of patience, warmth and kindness. I would recommend them.
Jules F.
May 08, 2022
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Very professional staff but you can tell they actually care. Tamara is an absolute goddess and I am so grateful she was there for me. I have a phobia of dentists but they make it as good an experience one can have.
Jean Adie
Feb 22, 2022
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I have significant childhood trauma around dentistry wich makes it really hard to follow through with treatment. Trust in my provider, being part of my treatment team and feeling welcomed and safe ate very important to me. After my first appointment with Dr. Hugh, I am excited to get started working on my oral health. From the front staff to Dr. Hugh himself, feeling positive!
Tungsten
Feb 19, 2022
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Dr Hugh and his staff are the most wonderful people Iv met. They got me in there looked at my tooth and removed it and they even charged me less than they quoted me for originally. I'm definitely going to be returning!
Kim Kingsbury
Feb 19, 2022
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I visited Dr. Hugh's Dental recently and would highly recommend their services. Dr. Hawkins is very kind, caring, courteous, knowledgeable-a true professional. His staff are very pleasant, courteous and compassionate. Dr Hawkins and his staff are a great team!
Peter Thonis
Feb 13, 2022
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Always a good experience. Dr. Hugh and his team are total professionals and enjoyable to be with.not something most people say about their dentists.
Wayne Bilquin
Feb 05, 2022
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I've been a patient for 4 years and would not consider going to any other practice. Dr. Hugh and his staff are friendly and professional. Their work is excellent and I have had plenty of experience with many dental practices. I highly recommend Dr Hugh.
