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J. Ryan Thrower, D.M.D., M.S., M.P.A. (she/her)

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  • Orthodontist
  • Assistant Professor of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry

Specialty

  • Dentistry

Clinical focus

  • Orthodontics

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Modern building with silver, wood, and glass siding sits in front of a blue sky.
OHSU Skourtes Tower at the Robertson Collaborative Life Sciences Building
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About me

I’m an orthodontist who loves helping people of all ages feel confident about their smiles.

My work focuses on correcting:

  • Misaligned teeth and bites
  • Guiding jaw growth in younger patients
  • Treating craniofacial and dental anomalies (like cleft lip and palate issues)

I offer a variety of treatments, including braces, clear aligner therapy, and both fixed and removable orthodontic appliances.

As a faculty member at OHSU, I am honored to teach and mentor OHSU residents, sharing the real-life lessons I’ve learned along the way.

For me, smiles are a universal language, and being able to help transform a smile is the best part of my job. I believe in creating a welcoming, supportive environment for my patients, where they feel heard, cared for, and confident in their treatment plan.

When I am not lighting up the orthodontic clinic on the 12th floor with my southern charm, I can be found spending time with my husband, Trey, and chasing around our three rambunctious kiddos.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • D.M.D., 2020, Oregon Health & Science University
    • M.S., 2022, Oregon Health & Science University

  • Residency

    • Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Oregon Health & Science University, 2022

Memberships and associations:

  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • American Dental Association
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Insurance

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