Pediatric Dentistry
Child-centered dentistry
The Pediatric Dentistry Clinics at OHSU provide high-quality comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, and adolescents, including individuals with special health care needs. Dental care is provided by dental students and dental residents under the supervision of experienced pediatric dentists. We focus on a holistic approach to promote healthy teeth and gums and overall well-being for our patients.
We work alongside our medical and dental specialty colleagues to develop individualized care plans for each patient. Our colleagues in the region regularly refer patients to us who have complex medical conditions or disabilities.
Our goals are to:
- Provide care that exceeds the needs and expectations of our patients and families
- Train future leaders in pediatric dentistry and oral health sciences
- Advance the frontiers of research and discovery
Pediatric dental services
We offer a full range of oral health services for infants, toddlers, children, and teens, including:
- First dental visits for infants and toddlers
- Oral evaluations and assessments
- Teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments
- Sealants
- Dental fillings, crowns, and extractions
- Space maintainers
- Athletic mouth guards
- Orthodontics (braces)
- Sedation dentistry for children
- Comprehensive dental treatment under general anesthesia
Contact us
South Waterfront
Pediatric Dentistry Clinic, School of Dentistry
2730 S. Moody Avenue
Portland, OR 97201
Main line: 503-494-8867 | para español, presione 8
After-hours emergency line: (503) 494-8311
Maps and directions to Skourtes Tower
Marquam Hill
Pediatric Dental Surgery Clinic, Doernbecher Children’s Hospital
700 S.W. Campus Drive
Portland, OR 97239
Main line: 503-418-5799 | para español, presione 8
After-hours emergency line: 503-494-8311
Maps and directions to Doernbecher Children's Hospital
We gladly accept pediatric dentistry referrals from other health care professionals.
What to expect
Our clinic and waiting areas are designed to provide a friendly, welcoming environment for young patients. Appointments typically last 1 to 2½ hours. Faculty instructors supervise all treatments provided by students and residents.
Forms for your appointment
You can save time by downloading and filling out forms before you arrive:
Sealants
A sealant is a safe plastic coating applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (premolars and molars). This plastic resin bonds to the pits and fissures of chewing surfaces. These areas are impossible to keep clean because toothbrush bristles are too big to reach into them.
Sealants can prevent up to 80% of cavities in young molars. They are easy to apply, with no need for drills or needles.
Many insurers including the Oregon Health Plan cover dental sealants in children.
Costs, insurance and payment
Pediatric New Patient examination, radiographs, routine cleaning, fluoride:
- Comprehensive Care Student Clinic, $154
- Specialty Care Clinic, $303
For specific procedure costs, please call our patient account specialists at 503-418-4333 to get a fee estimate.
OHSU accepts most dental insurance plans, including the Oregon Health Plan (ODS, Capital Dental Care, Open Card) and Washington State Apple Health. For private insurance, contact your insurance company to see what's covered.
OHSU accepts cash and credit cards as well as CareCredit prepaid cards. Learn more about billing and insurance for OHSU dental services.