Watertown Dental Team

Dr. Jarrod Thomas

Dr. Thomas received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and also completed an honors thesis there in the Department of Biochemistry. He then received his dental degree from Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee. He completed a general practice residency at the Veteran Affairs Medical Center in Denver, CO. Dr. Thomas is passionate about taking continuing education to stay atop the advancements in dental technology and materials that can help improve your smile and oral health.
Dr. Thomas is active and supportive in the community he serves. He is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Watertown Rotary where he received a Paul Harris Fellow. He is a co-founder of The Run Turkey Run (www.therunturkeyrun.com), an annual Thanksgiving Day 5k event that donates all proceeds to Watertown Family Aid. He sits on the board for Watertown Rotary and also participates in the Watertown Cares Clinic. Dr. Thomas is a member of the American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association, Jefferson County Dental Society and Academy of General Dentists..
Dr. Thomas is the Past President of the Watertown Rotary Club. He is also on the YMCA board and established the "Seal a Smile Program" for the Watertown School District.
When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Thomas enjoys being with his wife Kate, daughter Charlotte, son Peyton and their golden retrievers Milo and Wrigley. He also enjoys spending time on his farm, alpine skiing, bicycling and running. He is an avid supporter of the Badgers, Packers, and Brewers. He loves what he is doing all of the time which is why you will see him smiling both in and out of the office.
Dr. Gibson and Dr. Thomas welcome new patients of all ages at the Area Dental Clinic located at 1149 Boughton Street in Watertown. To schedule an appointment please call 920-261-0495.
Dr. Harry Gibson

Choosing Gustavus Adolphus College, in St. Peter, Minnesota, his Bachelor of Science degree was completed in 1971. Dr. Gibson received his doctor of dental surgery degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 1975.
Dr. Gibson was an officer in the United States Air Force Dental Corps from 1975 to 1979, during which he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan, and northern California. After being discharged from the Air Force, he returned to private practice in Minnesota.
Being a member of the First Baptist Church is a key part of the Gibson family life, where Dr. Gibson is a member of the church choir and runs the bus ministry. Believing that to be part of the community you must be involved in it, Dr. Gibson belongs to the Watertown Chamber of Commerce and is a past member of the board of The American Cancer Society and The Watertown Rotary Club.
Biking and golf are his choice of sports for relaxation. Dr. Gibson is committed to international dental missions with Operation Renewed Hope, serving people around the world with dental services.
Dr. Gibson resides in Watertown with his wife Mary Susan and enjoys spending time with his 8 children and 8 grandchildren.
Dr. Thomas Pausma

Dr. Pausma attended University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where he got a BS in Biology as well as an Honors Degree. He then attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Tom continues to take courses in many fields of dentistry including Implant Dentistry and Invisalign. He is on track for a fellowship designation from the Academy of General Dentistry and wishes to pursue the title of Master afterwards.
While in Boston, Dr. Tom met his fiancé Gina, who agreed to move to Wisconsin under the condition that they start their family with a French Bulldog named Bernie. Since moving back the three have enjoyed hiking the state parks of Wisconsin, cheering on our Packers and Badgers, and--when Gina allows a mess in the kitchen--the occasional home brew.
Dr. Pausma is excited to grow his roots in the Jefferson and Watertown area and to get involved in the community. He looks forward to meeting the new and existing patients of Area Dental Clinic and continuing the legacy of great patient care for years to come.
Dr. Bruce Thomas, Oral Surgeon

Dr. Thomas enjoyed a 23 year Navy career where he served assignments, throughout the continental United States and Puerto Rico. He also served on the USS Tripoli and USS Abraham Lincoln where deployments took him to the Western Pacific. He retired with the rank of Commander. Dr. Thomas then joined the Marshfield Clinic where he practiced for 17 years.
Dr. Thomas brings extensive experience and training in all phases of oral surgery to his patients. His services include IV sedation, removal of wisdom teeth, placement of dental implants, bone grafting, routine dental extractions, pre-prosthetic surgery and the treatment and management of infections and oral pathology.
Dr. Thomas and his wife Katie have three sons, Jarrod, Jordan and Jason and two grandchildren. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and dogs, especially in Minocqua, WI. He looks forward to meeting you.
Office

Deborah - Operations Manager

Cindy - Hygiene Coordinator

Doreen - Treatment Coordinator

Patti - Insurance Coordinator

Sara - Oral Surgery Coordinator/Receptionist

Outside of work, Sara spends her time doing various activities with her husband and two children, visiting with family and working on sewing projects. She loves time spent in the kitchen with her children, exploring new recipes and creating cherished memories.
Hygienists

Lynn - Dental Hygienist

Joan - Dental Hygienist

Joanne - Dental Hygienist

Kay - Dental Hygienist

Tanya - Dental Hygienist

Tanya lives in the Ixonia area with her three daughters. She loves to be near the lakes and enjoys various outdoor activities. She gains purpose though volunteering in her community, involvement in her church and nurturing her faith.
Stasia - Dental Hygienist

Pam - Dental Hygienist
Pam has been a dental hygienist with Area Dental since 2015. She lives in Clyman with her husband.
Assistants

Joyce - Dental Assistant

Along with her husband, she has 2 grown daughters and 2 grandchildren, who they adore! In her spare time she enjoys long walks, rides on their scooter, baking and watching her grandkids sporting events.
Deb - Dental Assistant

Sara - Dental Assistant

In her free time she enjoys being with her husband and two boys. Her interests are spending time with her family and friends, traveling, photography and crafting.
Arely - Hygiene Assistant/Sterilization Coordinator

Arely has been with Area Dental since 2014. Arely is also fluent in Spanish and translates for our Spanish speaking patients. She has always been a people person and she feels this is where she belongs. Beyond work hours she loves shopping but mostly spending time with her husband, daughter and son.