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This Routine Procedure Can be Unnecessarily Intimidating for Some Even though we’re used to all the trappings of a dentist’s office — because that’s where we work — we get why people are intimidated by coming here. The simplest procedure at a dentist’s office has you in a vulnerable position with people probing around in…

Electric Toothbrushes and Water Flossers are Excellent Tools for Better Oral Hygiene When you think about how technology makes your life better, chances are you won’t think about the electric toothbrush and/or water flosser — the most well-known of these is the Waterpik — that (we hope) is in your bathroom. But you’d be missing…

Dentistry Tailored to Special Needs Patients Results in Better Outcomes Dentistry tailored to special needs patients results in better outcomes. One thing we know for sure at Downtown Dental Associates of Portland: Each patient is a unique individual and that there is no “one size fits all” in dentistry. We know this because we’ve treated…

Good Oral Hygiene and Regular Dental Checkups Are Key to Preserving Dental Health for Seniors It surprises many seniors to learn that cavities aren’t just for kids — and neither is taking good care of your teeth. In fact, it may even be more important as we age to pay special attention to dental health.…

Pregnancy Gingivitis is a Common Condition that is Easily Prevented One of the most rewarding, exciting and happiest times of life happens when you’re expecting a baby, and you want that time to be one of the healthiest times of your life as well. After all, a lot is riding on that. At Downtown Dental…

This is Your Child’s Introduction to the Dentist, and We Want to Make a Good Impression Fear of dentists is nothing new, and it’s certainly understandable considering the somewhat invasive nature of dental exams and treatments. But these things are essential to good dental and overall health, which is why we at Downtown Dental Associates…