Why Dover Patients Drive to Gentle Family Dentistry
Dover is the largest city in New Hampshire, and its residents have plenty of local options when it comes to dental care. So why do so many Dover families make the trip south to Gentle Family Dentistry in Hampton? Because what Dr. Bei Li, DMD offers is genuinely different — a combination of clinical excellence, a truly gentle chairside manner, and a comprehensive suite of services that keeps patients from having to visit multiple offices for different needs.
The drive from Dover to Hampton takes approximately 25 minutes under normal traffic conditions — an easy commute along I-95 South or Route 1 South through the scenic NH Seacoast. For many Dover patients, the trip is simply part of a routine day, easily worked in around work, school drop-off, or errands in the Hampton and Exeter areas. Patients from Somersworth, Rollinsford, Madbury, and Durham find the route equally accessible, typically arriving in 20–30 minutes.
One of the most common reasons Dover-area patients make the switch is our Thursday evening hours. We're open until 7:30 pm every Thursday, making it easy to schedule a dental appointment after the workday without disrupting your schedule. Dr. Li also takes the time to get to know each patient personally — you're never rushed through, and your questions are always answered thoroughly.
Why Dover-Area Patients Choose Us
- Gentle, anxiety-free care. Many Dover patients who come to us have delayed dental care due to fear or anxiety. Dr. Li's calm, patient approach — combined with nitrous oxide sedation when needed — makes a real difference. Patients who haven't seen a dentist in years leave feeling glad they came.
- Comprehensive services in one place. From routine cleanings and digital X-rays to dental crowns, dental implants, Invisalign, and emergency care, Gentle Family Dentistry handles the full range of family dental needs. Dover families don't need multiple specialists for most situations.
- New patient special — $199. Non-insured new patients receive a comprehensive exam, full-mouth X-rays, and a professional cleaning — a complete new patient workup for a single flat fee.
- Extended evening hours. Thursday evenings until 7:30 pm are a consistent draw for working Dover patients who can't step away during business hours.
- Experienced, BU-trained dentist. Dr. Bei Li earned her DMD from Boston University and brings 15+ years of clinical experience to every patient. Dover patients benefit from that depth of training without having to go to a major metro area.
Full-Service Dentistry for Dover Patients
Gentle Family Dentistry offers Dover residents access to the same quality dental care they'd expect from a specialist practice — all in one convenient, welcoming Hampton office. Our services include:
- General & Preventive Care — cleanings, exams, X-rays, fluoride, dental sealants
- Tooth-Colored Fillings
- Crowns
- Dental Implants — the gold standard for permanent tooth replacement
- Dental Bridges
- Dentures & Partial Dentures
- Root Canal Therapy
- Porcelain Veneers
- Zoom! Professional Teeth Whitening
- Invisalign Clear Aligners
- Inlays & Onlays
- Tooth Extractions
- Emergency Dental Care — same-day appointments for urgent cases
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Getting Here from Dover
From downtown Dover, take Route 9 South or Route 108 South toward Durham, then pick up Route 4 or Route 16 South to connect with I-95 South. Take I-95 South to Exit 2 (Hampton), follow signs briefly toward Route 101 East, then head south on Route 1 (Lafayette Rd.) to 861 Lafayette Rd. in Hampton. Total drive time is typically 20–25 minutes outside of peak commute hours. Free parking is available directly in front of the office.
Patients from Somersworth can take Route 9 South to connect with Route 16 South to I-95 South. From Rollinsford, Route 9 South offers a direct path to the highway. Madbury and Durham residents can head west on Route 4 to connect with I-95 South. All routes are well-signed and straightforward. If you'd like turn-by-turn guidance, call us at (603) 926-4575 and we're happy to help.
Dover-area patients are always welcome. Call (603) 926-4575 or request an appointment online. New non-insured patients receive a comprehensive exam, X-rays, and cleaning for just $199.