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Implants, Bridges or Dentures? Find the Right Fit for Your Smile

Jun 18, 2025

If you’re looking for a trusted dentist in downtown Portland to help restore your smile after tooth loss, you’ve come to the right place. At Downtown Dental Associates, Drs. Jake Becker and Hailey Dodson understand how much your smile means to your confidence, comfort and overall well-being. Whether you’ve lost one tooth or several, modern…

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Why Summer is the Perfect Time to Whiten Your Teeth

May 13, 2025

As your trusted Portland dental practice, we believe there’s no better moment to brighten your teeth and boost your confidence than right now. Summer is all about sunshine, vacations, festivals and time well spent with friends and family. It’s also the season of countless photo ops and special occasions—which makes it the perfect time to…

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Find Your Zen With Sedation Dentistry in Portland

Apr 24, 2025

Do you get the jitters just thinking about a dental appointment? Have you ever postponed a visit because fear took over? Maybe you’ve experienced dental trauma in the past and find it hard to even relax in the chair. If any of this sounds familiar, Downtown Dental Associates is here to help with sedation dentistry…

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Quick Tips for Enhancing Your At-Home Dental Routine

Jan 28, 2025

As your downtown Portland dentist, we understand that if you’ve been following the same dental routine for years, you may be ready to refresh your approach. That’s where the dental aisle at your local pharmacy or grocery store comes in—it’s filled with budget-friendly products aimed at improving your oral health. Ready to give your smile…

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Understanding and Managing Sensitive Teeth

Nov 12, 2024

If the simple joy of sipping your morning coffee or indulging in a cold scoop of ice cream has been marred by discomfort or sharp pain, you’re not alone. Dr. Jake Becker and Dr. Hailey Dodson, your trusted Portland downtown dentist, often see patients dealing with tooth sensitivity. The good news? There are solutions that…

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Tips for Protecting Your Teeth This Fall

Sep 1, 2024

As the season changes into autumn at your downtown Portland dentist, now is the perfect time to prepare your oral health regime, especially with holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving approaching. Whether you’re just looking to upgrade your dental health care routine this season, or a parent caring for your family’s smiles, these tips will help…

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Get Your Best Smile Yet with SureSmile® Clear Aligners

Apr 29, 2024

As your dental office in downtown Portland, we’re excited to introduce SureSmile® clear aligners.  This new offering aligns with our commitment to providing state-of-the-art dental solutions for our patients in downtown Portland and beyond. We think you’ll love SureSmile® as much as we do. Curious? Come in for a consultation. Until then, here are the…

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Dental Botox for TMJ: Facts and Fallacies

Mar 28, 2024

When you think of Botox, your Portland dentist’s office might not be the first thing that pops to mind. Though it’s often associated with cosmetic procedures that reduce wrinkles and fine lines, Botox has found a place in dental care. When administered by qualified professionals, like at our Portland dental office, Botox can play a…

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Fruit Juice & Your Teeth: A Message From Your Dentist

Jan 15, 2023

Don’t be fooled by the label “100 percent fruit juice.” Drinks advertised in this way might seem like a healthy choice, but these drinks may be doing more harm than good. In fact, fruit juices contain sugar that can lead to tooth decay. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently reevaluated their recommendations for allowing…

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