Dr. Peter B. Claussen, D.D.S.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1295769800
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About This Provider
Dr. Peter Claussen is a pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience caring for children from infants through teenagers in Panama City, Florida. He completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at Riley Children's Hospital and has a special focus on helping children with special needs receive excellent dental care. Dr. Claussen believes that healthy teeth are important for children's success in school and life, so he works closely with parents to prevent dental problems before they start. He has been a leader in his field, serving as past president of both the Bay County Dental Society and the Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and currently serves on the board of Florida Healthy Kids, which sets dental care standards for children across Florida. Dr. Claussen is accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- College of William and Mary (marine biology, initial study)
- Indiana University (dentistry)
- Riley Children's Hospital, Indianapolis (pediatric dentistry residency)
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 07/10/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- Bay County Dental Society (past president)
- Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (past president)
- Florida Healthy Kids (board member, appointed by governor)
Beyond the Office
President of Bay County Dental Society
Past president of the Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Board member of Florida Healthy Kids (supervises dental care standards for Florida's children)
Originally studied marine biology at College of William and Mary before discovering passion for dentistry
Relocated to Panama City in 1978 immediately following residency
Finds great satisfaction in providing optimal care to pediatric patients daily
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