Dr. Patrick L. Swonke, DDS

Media Releases

Get to know General and Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Patrick L. Swonke, who serves patients in Spring, Texas.

Located in Spring, Texas, Swonke Family Dentistry was founded in 1988 by general and cosmetic dentist, Dr. Swonke. The dental practice has been committed to bringing patients the most exceptional general, cosmetic, and orthodontic care and customer service for more than three decades and counting. “We truly care and do our best to meet our patients’ expectations and to provide our dental care in the most comfortable manner and caring environment possible.” as stated by Dr. Swonke.

In 1986, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry in Houston, Texas. He then went on to complete his training at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

On the subject of his many professional achievements, Dr. Swonke was recognized as “America’s Top Dentists” per the Consumers’ Research Council of America in 2011, awarded the Patients’ Choice Award in 2012, as well as named “America’s Top Dentists” in 2014. He was also recognized by the United States Olympic Committee for supporting America’s Olympic athletes and for honoring the spirit of sports competition that energizes the Nation’s Olympic efforts. 

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. As a general & cosmetic dentist, Dr. Swonke has the skills necessary to complete an array of procedures that are simple or complex in nature. 

On a more personal note, he lives in Spring, Texas with his wife, Tracie, and their three boys, Grant, Brett, and Terran. In his spare time, even though it is limited, Dr. Swonke enjoys traveling, watching movies, and playing the drums. In fact, he used to be a percussionist-drummer.

Recommended Articles

• Get a Better Smile with Licorice Root

  According to a new study published in the Journal of Natural Products, licorice, the main ingredient in candy, may help to keep tooth decay and gum disease at bay. Teeth protection is provided by the compounds found in the dried root of licorice plant. Chinese licorice, found in northern mainland...

• Why Do I Have a Toothache?

  Toothaches refers to the pain in and around one's mouth and jaw. This pain can be very mild or throbbing, and differs in intensity from one person to another. The pain may start suddenly. In some cases, the pain may become worse with time or just disappear after some time.Some of the common causes...

• How Can I Reduce the Pain of Sensitive Teeth?

  If you can’t enjoy a cup of hot coffee or a glass of cold juice without getting that stinging pain in your teeth, those are symptoms of sensitive teeth. Moreover, eating, brushing and flossing may also lead to the sharp pain. Sensitivity to the cold and heat may be caused by a number of reasons...

• Want Pearly Whites? Try These Foods

  Brushing and flossing the teeth regularly helps to maintain a healthy oral cavity. Food also plays a role in keeping the teeth white and bright. Acids present in the food may erode the tooth enamel causing it to erode leading to tooth decay. Certain foods like sugar free gum, sugar free drinks,...

• Dental Sealants May Present BPA in Saliva

  Dental fillings for children were worrisome because of the presence of mercury in the amalgam. The latest addition to this fear is the chemical Bisphenol-A (BPA) in dental sealants and white fillings. BPA is a resin used in plastics, including water bottles and metal food can liners. Many studies...

• Severe Stress and Depression May Cause Gum Disease

  According to a review published in the Journal of Periodontology, studies show a strong link between stress and gum disease. About 57% of the studies conducted displayed an accurate association between gum disease and stress-related symptoms, including distress, anxiety, depression, and...