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Top 5 Dentists in Portland

Top 5 Dentists in Portland

How we picked

Range of services

Based on procedures offered including various areas of general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry. Emergency care dental services were also assessed.

Staff and equipment

Based on dental technologies in-clinic for various treatments as well as the work attitude of the staff and the dentists.

Cost

Based on value for money.

Reputation

Based on their years of experience in dentistry (years in practice for dentists and years in business for the client itself). Patient feedback was also evaluated based on our survey and an assessment of ratings on Google Reviews and Yelp.

1.  Timber Dental

Timber Dental Homepage

Services:  General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry

Website: https://www.timberdental.com/

Address: 3500 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97212

Contact Details: +1 503-512-6599

Operating Hours: Monday & Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5 
Yelp4/5 
Total reviews5/5 
Score consistency5/5 
Range of services5/5
Procedures offered5/5
Emergency care5/5
Staff and equipment5/5
Dental technologies5/5
Work attitude5/5
Cost3/5
Reputation4/5
Years of experience4/5
Patient feedback4/5

Pros

  • Has up-to-date dental technology
  • Has an in-house Dental Savings Plan 
  • Offers free emergency exams
  • Accommodates same-day appointments
  • Provides virtual dentist appointments
  • Clean and well-maintained clinic

Cons

  • Certain procedures can be expensive
  • Issues with insurance processing

There are a lot of things that brought Timber Dental to our attention, most of which revolve around their services. But beyond that, there are other side factors that we believe truly elevate the experience here.

For starters, their range of services is pretty standard but they do have technology that takes things up a notch. To give you an idea, they have 3D conebeam imaging for dental implants and iTero digital scanning for dental crowns.

Obviously, most dental procedures rely on top-class tech and equipment so they win our favor in this department. Plus, as many past patients shared with us, their staff and doctor are welcoming. 

On the other hand though, the clinic isn’t exactly free of issues as we found that services through them can get quite expensive. Additionally, getting into the insurance process can be troublesome for certain clients.

Fortunately, on a good note, they have an in-house Dental Savings Plan that is ideal for patients who don’t have insurance. Other than that, they also have financing options which, in our opinion, have flexible and favorable terms.

To close this review, we appreciate that they provide free emergency exams as well as same-day appointments. This essentially makes them a convenient choice any time of the day whenever you’re free. 

2. Portland Dental

Portland Dental Homepage

Services:  General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry

Website: https://www.portlanddentalpc.com/

Address: 511 SW 10th Ave #1206, Portland, OR 97205

Contact Details: +1 503-227-1693

Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5 
Yelp4/5 
Total reviews4/5
Score consistency5/5 
Range of services5/5 
Procedures offered5/5 
Emergency care4/5 
Staff and equipment4/5 
Dental technologies4/5 
Work attitude4/5 
Cost3/5 
Reputation4/5 
Years of experience4/5 
Patient feedback4/5 

Pros

  • Wide range of dental services
  • Offers comprehensive membership plans
  • Accepts most dental insurance
  • Offers flexible financial options
  • Solid satisfactory dental work

Cons

  • Certain procedures can be expensive
  • Minor issues in customer service

What we found as Portland Dental’s strongest asset is their gentle yet meticulous technique when it comes to dental work. In fact, the majority of the clients we’ve surveyed agreed that they’re one of the gentlest as well as friendliest clinics in town.

But, that isn’t enough for us to put a clinic on the list, so we’re glad to note that there are many things that make a visit here worthwhile. To kick things off, they have a wide range of procedures under general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry.

If quality results are your concern, we’ll let past clients speak on this matter as they have first-hand experience. Our survey showed that patients enjoyed high satisfaction in their dental work from consultation to post-check-up.

What they’re dissatisfied with is the high cost of the procedures (although this isn’t the case for all services). Plus, there’s a minor concern regarding customer service but it’s not that big of a problem to raise red flags.

What we liked best is the potential to patronize their services in the long run due to their membership plans. They currently offer a preventive plan and periodontal plan where there’s an option to pay monthly or annually. 

Finally, they also offer flexible financial options and they also accept most dental insurance. Overall, we can recommend this clinic for long-term dental solutions that offer satisfactory results as reported.

3. Bling Dental

Bling Dental Homepage

Services:  General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry

Website: https://www.blingdental.com/

Address: 926 NW 13th Ave #150, Portland, OR 97209

Contact Details: +1 503-227-2444

Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5 
Yelp4/5 
Total reviews4/5
Score consistency5/5 
Range of services5/5 
Procedures offered5/5 
Emergency care4/5 
Staff and equipment5/5 
Dental technologies5/5 
Work attitude5/5 
Cost4/5 
Reputation4/5 
Years of experience4/5 
Patient feedback4/5 

Pros

  • Massaging dental chairs, blankets, and TVs
  • Private dental suites in clinic
  • Offers a full mouth makeover service
  • Has its own full-time insurance expert
  • Flexible financing option

Cons

  • Strict cancellation policy
  • Certain issues with appointment-setting

In our opinion, what makes Bling Dental among the best is the fact that they have a more innovative approach to dental work. Apart from offering a wide range of services, they also change the dental experience for clients.

For starters, the clinic doesn’t even have the typical clinic feel (and smell) to it – it gives off a more spa-like vibe, actually. They might be the only clinic in town that offers massaging dental chairs complemented with a blanket and suspended TVs.

To take things up the scale, we found them to be the best when it comes to privacy. It almost feels like you’re in your own dental suite, so this is something we can recommend to clients who are a bit shy.

Now, as for the services, clients can expect various general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry procedures. But what makes them different from the rest is their full mouth makeover that consists of various dental solutions.

With all these offerings in mind, they do miss a bit when it comes to appointment setting as communication can be difficult. Plus, their cancellation policy can be uptight, so that’s something you need to look out for.

Lastly, the clinic has their own full-time insurance expert to assist clients with their claims without breaking a sweat. There’s also a financing option through Care Credit, which you know at this point is something we appreciate.

4. Friendly Smiles Dental

Friendly Smiles Dental Homepage

Services: General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry,

Website: https://friendlysmilesdg.com/

Address: 2505 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214 

Contact Details: +1 503-232-3102

Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Google reviews5/5
Yelp5/5
Total reviews3/5
Score consistency5/5
Range of services5/5
Procedures offered4/5
Emergency care5/5
Staff and equipment4/5
Dental technologies5/5
Work attitude5/5
Cost4/5
Reputation4/5
Years of experience4/5
Patient feedback5/5

Pros

  • One-stop general dental office
  • Patient first approach 
  • Accepts most major dental insurance 
  • Topnotch customer service 
  • Wide-range of dental procedures

Cons

  • Generally high rates 

The wide variety of dental services they offer is the reason why Friendly Smiles Dental landed on our list. The great results we’ve heard from their clients also explain why we are confident to recommend the said clinic for your consideration.

Since they are a one-stop general dental office, we see them fit for both routine dental work and extensive treatments. Additionally, they have many doctors in-house with in-depth experience in their hands so that’s a plus.

About their dental care, describing them as one of the premier systems in town almost feels like an understatement. They have what they call a “patient-first approach” which enables dentists to create personalized procedures for every client.

Another convenient thing about them is they accept most major dental insurance and are open to assisting with any concerning dental coverage. In addition to this, they are also most willing to accept payment under supplemental coverage. 

The only issue (as with other clinics as well) is that their rates are high so they prefer to shell out some serious cash. But, as stated, they do work with most insurance companies so it’s advisable to reach out for their guidance.

Finally, we truly love their customer service – in fact, they’re our favorite in that area amongst every clinic on this list. The survey we conducted showed that patients often praised the clinic for being accommodating and just downright nice.

5. Downtown Dental Associates

Downtown Dental Associates Homepage

Services:  Dentistry services, oral surgeries

Website: https://portlandor.dental/

Address: 1221 SW Yamhill St Suite 310, Portland, OR 97205

Contact Details: +1 503-227-0958

Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5
Yelp4/5
Total reviews3/5
Score consistency4/5
Range of services5/5
Procedures offered5/5
Emergency care4/5
Staff and equipment5/5
Dental technologies5/5
Work attitude5/5
Cost5/5
Reputation4/5
Years of experience4/5
Patient feedback4/5

Pros

  • Can accommodate same-day appointments
  • Competitive rates per service
  • Specializes in preventive dental care
  • Offers various complementary products
  • Flexible financing options

Cons

  • Often fully-booked

Downtown Dental Associates has earned quite a reputation in Portland for dental improvements and related treatments. This family dental practice offers restorative and cosmetic dentistry among their top specialties.

What we believe they’re best at (based on our survey and research) is preventive care. In fact, the clinic actually values early detection of dental issues, so they excel in this area of dental care regardless of the major issue.

The second thing we like about them is the tight safety measures they implement at their place. From our visits, we were able to observe how safe and sterile the environment is (standard for clinics) while giving off an atmosphere that’s not intimidating.

We also appreciate the complementary products offered to the patients to make it worth their while during a visit. This includes stuff like blankets, pillows, headphones, and the likes of it, which provides great comfort during their sessions. 

As for new patients, they will be accommodated with a one-on-one consultation to discuss concerns and treatment options. This comes with a service package and detailed financial consultation to ensure that the treatments are timed effectively and affordably. 

When it comes to financing options, they have flexible choices that are, of course, helpful to clients. Our only concern is their fully booked schedule most of the time, that’s why we suggest booking your appointment earlier than required. 

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