Our Doctors
Nathan A. Swanson, DDS
After receiving his degree from Ohio State in 2002, Dr. Swanson worked at an Appalachian non-profit clinic before coming to Portsmouth to serve as the first staff dentist at Families First Health and Support Center. After also working for Lamprey Health and Exeter HealthReach, he associated at a private office in Exeter before settling in Newmarket in 2006. His professional interests include sustainable dental practices, organic reduction of patient anxiety and working with dental coalitions to improve access to care for all. Dr. Nate enjoys camping, music, film, travel and exploring the history, geography and culinary treasures of the Seacoast.
Maryssa Allen, DMD
Dr. Allen earned a degree in Biochemistry from Regis College in 2012. After working as an analytical chemist in the quality control of medicinal biologics, she returned to school to pursue a career in dentistry, graduating from the Boston University School of Dental Medicine.
Her pre-doctoral training focused on digital dentistry and implant supported prostheses, and while at BU, Dr. Allen was recognized by the American College of Prosthodontics for her achievents in that field.
After graduating, Dr. Maryssa moved to Dover, and has enjoyed practicing in both the Seacoast and the Lakes Regions of New Hampshire. She shares Dr. Swanson's passion for developing and implementing ecologically sustainable solutions to the practice of dentistry. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her sister, taking care of her rescue puppy, and playing fantasy football.
History
Drs. Getchell, Batt, and Swanson at the 80 Main St. office in 2007.
Our practice was founded in 1951 by Dr. L. Forbes Getchell. After serving his country in WWII, Dr. Getchell completed his dental education at NYU and set up a practice on the second floor of 84 Main Street, above what is now Crackskull's Coffee and Books. The office moved next door in 1955 to 80 Main Street, a building which initially housed The Branscomb Tavern. This inn served as a stagecoach stop dating to 1832, and later was used as a shoe shop, remnant store and a physician's office. Retiring in 1986, Dr. Getchell sold his business to Dr. Christopher Batt, who expanded the practice, adding many improvements over the years before transitioning to Dr. Nate Swanson. In 2014, Dr. Swanson moved Newmarket Dental to its current location, allowing for technical modernization, improved disability access, and an updated design. Many current patients have been receiving their dental care here for 50 years or more!