Protecting Smiles of All Ages with Lake Oswego Preventive Dentistry

Oral cancer affections millions annually.

Your best bet to beat it is to detect it as early as possible.

We do a visual/manual screening for every patient during both initial and recall appointments.

It could save your life!

State-of-the-art is one way to describe our all-digital dental x-rays.

You and your family are going to love the many benefits this technology brings to delivering high-quality Lake Oswego preventive dentistry.

They’re safer for you than traditional film x-rays and better for our environment too.

Keeping your teeth healthy enough from the moment your first tooth pokes through to later in life when your smile might need some extra special care is what oral hygiene is all about. We rely on advanced sonic scaling and aerosol-reducing technology.

You can’t talk about Lake Oswego preventive dentistry without mentioning periodontal health.

It’s how we help to fix and maintain your gum health to prevent unwanted oral and even overall health issues in the future.

One way to protect your teeth against unwanted cavities and decay is to use fluoride.

We recommend fluoride treatments for kids at every visit (at the parent’s discretion), for adults prone to cavities, or if you have overly sensitive teeth.

Does the thought of dentistry make you nervous or even afraid to see your Lake Oswego dentist?

Talk to us about our safe and effective anesthesia options.

We offer both oral sedation and nitrous oxide options to help you forget your fears and relax.

Do you have tooth pain or sensitivity that’s making your everyday life uncomfortable?

Please contact our office as soon as possible for emergency dental care you trust for anyone from young children to our beloved seniors.

Don’t wait. Get help!

Dental exams are a very important part of your oral health. By having frequent visits with Dr. Nicholas Dose, we can watch changes as they occur, helping us catch issues before they become problems. Your dental exam is a great time to discuss your oral health, make predictions, and come up with solutions toward having a healthier mouth.

Sealants are a synthetic application that helps to protect the chewing surfaces of your molars. They are applied to the surfaces of your teeth, covering the deep crevices of your molars. This helps to prevent bacteria and food particles from getting trapped. At the same time, sealants also help make your teeth easier to clean, helping to further prevent the development of tooth decay.

Starting dental care early can ensure healthy teeth as an adult. We like to see our children patients, along with their parents, regularly. Your child can reach adulthood without ever experiencing a cavity, and we can show you how. From sealants or tips on flossing and brushing, Dr. Dose can alter the course of your child’s dental health.

Scaling and root planing is a special type of treatment that goes deeper BELOW the gum line to remove contaminated debris and bacteria, most often performed on patients with active periodontitis.

Occasional teeth grinding due to stress from time to time is common and is not a cause for alarm. However, frequent or consistent teeth grinding can cause serious damage to your teeth and jaw. This is called bruxism. Nicholas Dose, DMD will conduct a thorough assessment of your teeth and maxillofacial region to look for signs of bruxism and provide you with a solution that addresses the damage and the teeth grinding.