Dentists
Dr. Edwin Giron attended the University of Florida's College of Dentistry
where he did a residency in General Dentistry.  He then completed a
fellowship in General Dentistry at the University  of Connecticut.   He has been  
in private practice since 2000.   Dr. Giron is certified in  Lumineers.   He is also
an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry.  Dr. Giron and his wife
Victoria reside in Gorham.
Gorham Family Dentistry, P.A.
Dental Hygienists
Dental Assistants
Office Staff
Carlene Taylor, RDH received her certificate in dental assisting from NHTI in Concord in 2000.  
She went on to complete an associates degree in health science(2001) and in dental hygiene (2003) also
from NHTI.  Following her desire to work in a high tech and modern practice, the Berlin native returned
to the area to accept a position at Gorham Family Dentistry.  Always interested in the latest developments
in dental science, Carlene became one of the North Country's first hygienists to achieve certification in
administering local anesthesia.  Carlene's favorite part of dentistry is performing periodontal procedures
and she keeps herself up-to-date with the most recent dental research and finding.  In her spare time,
Carlene enjoys working out, camping, baking and digital video editing.
Bryan Wilson joined Gorham Family Dentistry in May 2009 after 6 years
working in the nursing field.  He developed and pursued an interest in dental
assisting by completing a dental assisting program at the Dental Careers
Institute in Portland, ME.  Bryan now knows he loves dentistry and is excited
about his new career and the opportunity to provide the best dental care for
our patients.  Bryan grew up in the Bethel area and enjoys, kayaking, hiking,
landscaping.
Brenda Parent has been a dental assistant at Gorham Family Dentistry since
2006.  Prior to becoming a dental assistant, Brenda worked for many years at
Wilfred's restaurant.  From this experience she has developed a wonderful
ability to remain calm even when things get busy. Brenda's kindness and
compassion make every patient feel at ease.  Brenda enjoys riding her Harley,
hiking and hanging out with her daughter.
Victoria Giron, CDA is the Clinical Manager of Gorham Family Dentistry.  
She has been working in the dental field since 1998.  She is a native of Milan.  
She has been working alongside her husband, Dr. Giron since the inception of
Gorham Family Dentistry and is an integral part of the office.  
Kristy Dahl, Financial Adminstrator, joined Gorham Family Dentistry in
February 2007.  Prior to relocating to Berlin, Kristy received a bachelors degree
in Business Management from Assumption College.  She then worked for the
Patriots as well as working for an insurance company in Boston.  If you have
questions about your insurance coverage or billing, Kristy is the person to talk
to.  In her spare time Kristy enjoys cooking, reading and relaxing at camp.
Office Manager, Karen Griffin has over ten years of experience in dental
administration.  She will be more than happy to help you with deciphering
your insurance benefits, scheduling an appointment or discussing treatment
options.  Karen received a Bachelors of Science in Business Management in
2004.   When she is not at work, Karen enjoys spending time with her family.
Michelle Arsenault, CDA, RDH became a Certified Dental Assistant in 2003
and received her Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2006.  She has plans
to pursue a dental degree in the future.  Michelle has been working alongside
Dr. Giron as a dental assistant since Spring 2008 and began working as a
hygienist at Gorham Family Dentistry in 2009.  Michelle loves the social
interaction she gets with patients while educating them about their dental
needs and health.
Kaitlyn Pariseau, CDA graduated from NHTI in Concord, NH  in May 2009  
with certifications in suture removal, coronal polishing, basic oral inspection,
pit and fissure sealants, coronal cement removal, basic instrumentation
concepts, professional fluoride treatments and fabrication of provisional
crowns and bridges.  She plans to continue to expand her skills as a dental
assistant as time goes on.  Kaitlyn grew up in West Stewartstown and currently
lives in Gorham.  She looks forward to helping dental patients each day and
enjoys snowmobiling, skiing and hiking in her free time.
Dr. Steve Blum graduated from Tufts School of Dental Medicine and then did a
residency at Staten Island Hospital in Staten Island New York.  He maintained
a private practice partnership in Framingham Massachusetts from 1976 - 2003.  
In 2003 he relocated to the North Country in order to enjoy the outdoor life
offered here.  He has practiced since that time in the Mount Washington Valley
and will now  work north of the notch  at Gorham Family Dentistry!