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Your Trusted Family Dentists in Portland, OR
Alder & Mitchell Family Dentistry has been dedicated to providing personalized, ethical, and high-quality dental care to Portland-area patients since our founding. Led by Dr. James Alder and Dr. Jerem Mitchell, our practice combines over 80 years of combined experience with modern technology to deliver comprehensive general, family, and cosmetic dentistry services. We prioritize patient comfort through personalized treatment plans, thorough education on oral health, and the use of advanced diagnostic tools like intraoral cameras and digital X-rays. Our team maintains strict safety protocols following ADA, OSHA, and CDC standards while fostering a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. We emphasize preventive care as the foundation of long-term oral health, offering regular exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants.For restorative needs, we provide crowns, bridges, implants, and root canal therapy using minimally invasive techniques. Our cosmetic services include veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers to enhance patients' confidence. We accept most dental insurance plans and work closely with patients to maximize benefits while maintaining transparency about costs. Our commitment to continuing education ensures we stay current with the latest advancements in dental care. The practice remains family-owned and operated, with both doctors actively involved in weekly treatment planning discussions to ensure consistent, collaborative care.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Periodontal Care
Preventive Dentistry
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Root Canal Therapy
Dental Crowns
Porcelain Veneers
Oral Cancer Screenings
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years combined experience in general and cosmetic dentistry
- Our practice utilizes advanced technology like intraoral cameras and digital X-rays
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs
- Our doctors collaborate weekly to ensure comprehensive care approaches
- We maintain strict safety protocols following ADA, OSHA, and CDC standards
What people say
Excellent dental care
Quick appointments
Friendly staff
Non-pushy approach
Family-friendly
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services transform smiles through veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers. We address discoloration, misalignment, and spacing issues using minimally invasive techniques. Patients gain confidence through personalized treatment plans that consider facial aesthetics and oral health.
Restorative Dentistry
We restore damaged teeth with crowns, bridges, and implants that mimic natural function and appearance. Our approach prioritizes preserving tooth structure while addressing decay, cracks, or missing teeth. Modern materials ensure durable, aesthetically pleasing results that improve chewing ability and oral health.
Periodontal Care
Our periodontal services address gum disease through scaling, root planing, and maintenance programs. Early detection prevents tooth loss and systemic health complications. We educate patients on proper home care techniques to maintain gum health between professional treatments.
Preventive Dentistry
Preventive care forms our foundation with regular exams, cleanings, and patient education. We use digital X-rays and intraoral cameras for early issue detection. Fluoride treatments and sealants protect against decay, while personalized hygiene instruction promotes long-term oral health.
Dental Implants
We offer dental implant solutions for missing teeth that provide permanent, natural-looking replacements. Our process includes treatment planning with 3D imaging to ensure proper placement. Implants preserve jawbone structure and function like natural tooth roots for improved chewing ability.
People
James C. Alder DMD
Dentist
Dr. Alder graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University in 1982 and holds a Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry. With over 40 years of clinical experience, he focuses on comprehensive dental care while maintaining active involvement in professional associations.
Jerem J. Mitchell DMD
Dentist
Dr. Mitchell collaborates weekly with Dr. Alder to ensure comprehensive treatment planning. His practice emphasizes patient education and conservative dental approaches, with particular attention to helping families make informed decisions about children's dental care.
Questions
Do you accept my dental insurance?
We participate in ODS/MODA Premier and Medicare Advantage plans. Most insurance plans allow you to choose any dentist. We'll help maximize your benefits and handle claims processing.
What cosmetic services do you offer?
We provide veneers, teeth whitening, smile makeovers, and other cosmetic treatments to address discoloration, misalignment, and spacing issues using modern techniques.
How do you handle dental emergencies?
We prioritize emergency cases and make every effort to see urgent patients promptly, with same-day appointments available for dental emergencies.
What technology do you use?
Our practice utilizes digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and 3D imaging for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning while minimizing radiation exposure.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients of all ages and offer convenient online appointment scheduling for both routine and emergency visits.
