Meet Dr. Wayne C. Thomas

Dover Native • Engineer • Husband and Father • Dentist

Dr. Wayne C. Thomas, DMD

Dr. Wayne C. Thomas

DMD, MS, BS

🎓 Temple University DMD, 2018
🔬 Georgia Tech MS
⚙️ Villanova BS Engineering
12 Years Supporting US Military

A Unique Path to Dentistry

Dr. Wayne C. Thomas brings a distinctive background to dental care—combining engineering precision, military discipline, and Catholic compassion for his patients. Born and raised in Dover, he's proud to serve the community that shaped him.

🏠 A Dover Story: After an impressive career in engineering and 12 years supporting the military, Dr. Thomas returned home to Dover to continue his father's legacy of compassionate dental care—now with fresh perspectives from his diverse background.

Dr. Thomas graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in 2018, made possible by the unwavering support of his wife Corey and their four children. This personal journey gives him a special understanding of family priorities and the importance of accessible, comfortable dental care.

His engineering training brings analytical precision to treatment planning, while his DoD experience instilled discipline and a commitment to excellence. Most importantly, his experience as a Dover native, husband, and father keeps him grounded in what matters most: people.

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Dover Born & Raised

Caesar Rodney High School graduate who never forgot his roots. After years away, Dr. Thomas returned home to serve the community that raised him.

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Engineering Mind

BS in Mechanical Engineering from Villanova and MS in Operations Research from Georgia Tech bring precision and problem-solving to dental care.

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Military Support

12 years with the U.S. Department of Defense taught discipline, attention to detail, and the importance of service to others.

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Family Man

Husband to Corey and father of four. He understands busy family schedules and the importance of creating positive dental experiences for kids.

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Continuing the Legacy

In 2019, Dr. Thomas took over the practice his father founded in 1980, honoring 40 years of trusted care while bringing modern techniques.

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We Cater to Cowards

Special focus on anxious patients. Dr. Thomas believes everyone deserves comfortable dental care, regardless of their anxiety level.

Education & Career Journey

Caesar Rodney HS

Dover, Delaware

Local roots in the Dover community

Villanova University

BS Mechanical Engineering

Foundation in analytical thinking and precision

Georgia Tech

MS Operations Research

Advanced problem-solving and optimization

12 Years

U.S. Department of Defense

Weapons Effects and Vulnerability Analysis and Wargaming Analysis

Temple University 2018

Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry

Graduated with support from wife Corey and four children

2019 - Present

Thomas Family Dentist

Continuing 40+ years of trusted care in Dover

"We are so blessed to serve our community and look forward to another 40 years of service." — Dr. Wayne C. Thomas, DMD

Professional Education & Training

🎓 Temple University

Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)

Graduated 2018

🔬 Georgia Institute of Technology

Master of Science

Operations Research

⚙️ Villanova University

Bachelor of Science

Mechanical Engineering

📚 Continuing Education

Ongoing Training

Implantology, Restorative & Pediatric Care

Ready to Meet Dr. Thomas?

Experience compassionate, precision dental care from a Dover native who truly understands this community.

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