• Welcome to the Saulter Dental Hygiene Center. I am Linda Saulter RDH, IPDH and founder of the Saulter Dental Hygiene Center. I am a graduate of the University of Maine in 1985 and have since dedicated my career to providing exceptional dental care. Over the years I have gained extensive knowledge seeing a wide range of patients from periodontic, to pediatric patients and everything in between.

    In 2008, I proudly opened the Saulter Dental Hygiene Center, becoming the first Independent practicing dental Hygienist in the state of Maine. This accomplishment followed my advocacy work, including providing testimony to pass the bill to allow Dental hygienist to work independently. My mission has always been to create a welcoming space where patients feel empowered and educated about their oral health.

    Outside of the office, I lead a vibrant life. I’ve been married for 33 wonderful years to my husband, Dr. Jamie Saulter , who has been my rock and inspiration. Together, we have raised three amazing daughters and are now blessed with four grandchildren and two wonderful sons-in-law. ( hopefully adding one more in the near future)

    When I am not working or spending time with my family, you’ll often find me embracing my hobbies. I’m passionate about skiing particularly at Sugarloaf, Maine, one of my favorite spots-tennis(playing on USTA teams), and dancing, with a special love for tap and jazz at Stage Presence for Dancers...

  • Denise Quinlan has over 35 years of experience in dental hygiene and is excited to share that with the Madison area. She grew up in Massachusetts where she attended Bristol Community college. After graduating in 1986, she began working for a general dentist in her hometown. That office is where she met her husband, Andrew.

    After a few years, she was able to take advantage of the opportunity to work at the Naval Denal Center in Newport, RI. Denise was assigned the periodontal department of that facility which was an excellent environment to perfect her deep scaling and root planing skills.

    In the late 90’s, her husband Andrew accepted a position with a national wholesale nursery. With that came across country move to Oklahoma. Denise and Andrew packed up their three children and left Cape Cod and headed to Tahlequah, OK. They spent about two years there and made sure to explore as much as possible because they knew their time there was limited. If you have not been to the Southwest, treat yourself! It is a different kind of beauty.

    After Oklahoma, they were sent to Western Pennsylvania. While living there, they welcomed their youngest child, a little girl to join their three sons.

    Living in different areas of the country helped them to understand that New England was home and that is where they should be. Denise had always wanted an old Farmhouse and that is exactly what they found. Since 2002, they have been raising their family in Cannan, Maine.

    When she’s not working, that old farmhouse Denise keeps plenty busy. There is always a project that needs doing. Luckily, that’s a source of enjoyment for her. She also enjoys Kayaking and running. She usually spends her summers training for r fall half-marathon. Trying to finish around the two-hour mark is her goal and sometimes she’s pleasantly surprised to cross that finish line in less than two hours.

    Staying active with both work and life is very important to her. That philosophy has been her saving grace with each move and new beginning. And now, a new beginning!

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What our Patients had to say

Great place to have your teeth cleaned, friendly and professional.
— Daniel M
Linda is an extremely knowledgeable dental hygienist and does excellent work. She provides a thorough dental evaluation and cleaning, while minimizing patient discomfort......and at reasonable rates. Highly recommended.
— Waterville, ME
I have been going to Saulter Dental for many years. It has always been a pleasure seeing them. Her super friendly personality and knowledge in the the dental field is amazing , and always puts me at ease. I would refer her to anyone looking for an exceptional dental hygienist. Also, her prices are very affordable, about $30.00 less than other hygienists quotes. Amazing !!
— Julie
Linda is a very good hygienist. She goes to great lengths to instill how I need to clean my teeth at home. Because of her effort, I know my teeth will be healthier in my mouth for many years to come.
— Skowhegan, ME
Linda is well trained, well versed in dental knowledge and does a very thorough evaluation and cleaning. She is very personable as well. She has good technique and did not cause me to experience any discomfort. I would not hesitate to recommend her!
— Jennifer
Great place, very thorough
— Roxie M

About Saulter Dental Hygiene Center;

Saulter Dental Hygiene Center is a local Maine business, serving our patients in our Waterville and Madison locations.

This business was started by the owner, Linda Saulter, IDPH in 2008.

Since then our dedicated, experienced and skilled team of hygienists have been providing exceptional preventative oral care for patients of any age.

We are proud to be one of the few Dental care facilities accepting new patients, as well as Maine Care.

Linda is very professional, informed me of my dental needs. A+ dental practice. Highly recommend. Top shelf in my book!!!
— Carl L
I have been going to Saulters dental since she opened. She is very friendly an the price is right. She always tells me how I’m doing an when I need more than a cleaning an leaves it up to me on what I do. I would recommend her to anyone
— Annette Daigale
The cleanings I have receive at Saulter Dental over the last 2+ years have been far superior to the cleanings I endured at the two different dentists I had seen in the years prior. Her attention to detail and genuine concern for patient comfort are unparalleled.
— Larry
Top notch facility. Have been seeing Linda since she started Hygiene and have never been disappointed or dissatisfied with either her or her staff. Office is always clean, staff friendly and cheerful. I would highly recommend her for all, especially children.
— Topsham, ME