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Dental implants are a reliable option for patients looking for stable dental solutions. Drs. Kaveendra Ranasinghe and Cameron Schwab at Portland Dental in Portland, Oregon, are available to address any inquiries regarding the numerous benefits of dental implants. Before proceeding with dental implants, your dentist must verify that your mouth can support them. This is […]

When your teeth are crooked or don’t align correctly, it can make you self-conscious. At Portland Dental, Drs. Kaveendra Ranasinghe and Cameron Schwab can correct the problem using Invisalign teeth straightening aligners. During your initial visit, they will examine your mouth and calculate how much change will be needed to straighten your teeth to a […]

Cosmetic dental treatments are available to patients at Portland Dental in Portland, Oregon, who want to improve their smiles and maintain their oral health. Drs. Kaveendra Ranasinghe and Cameron Schwab use their full menu of cosmetic dental treatments to ensure patients have the brightest smile possible. The team works to provide each patient with an […]

Are you hardly smiling due to crooked or misaligned teeth? Consider Invisalign treatment! Your pearly whites weren’t meant to be kept hidden! Invisalign teeth aligners offer a permanent solution to crooked teeth by making them straight, uniform, and even. If the thought of transforming your smile for life appeals to you, contact Dr. Kaveendra Ranasinghe […]

This holiday season, why not celebrate healthy smiles for yourself and your loved ones? Flashing a healthy smile can bring joy to loved ones and strangers alike, boost your self-confidence, and brighten your mood, as well as those you share your smile with. Our wish this holiday season is to help you experience the joys […]

November isn’t just Thanksgiving: It’s also National Diabetes Month. This disease affects around 37 million Americans, including adults and young people. Oral health is closely linked to health issues, including diabetes, and vice versa. Along with your primary care doctor and other specialists, your health care team should also include your dentist!     People with diabetes […]

A healthy, appealing smile starts with a clean mouth. October is National Dental Hygiene Month, where we honor our hard-working, dedicated dental hygienists and the care they provide to protect your smile! Their goal is simple: helping you achieve greater oral health by helping you keep away cavities and gum disease. A Dental Hygienist’s Typical […]

September is National Gum Care Month, and we’re excited to share some tips to keep your smile healthy and strong. Most people think of tooth loss as a result of tooth decay, but did you know that losing teeth is often a result of gum disease? Brushing and flossing daily as well as regularly seeing […]

Do you put off routine dental care or much-needed dental work because of anxiety? Anxiety is how your body reacts to what you perceive to be stressful or unfamiliar situations. So that sense of distress or dread you have before an event manifests itself as anxiety. While a bit of anxiety can be useful, keeping […]

If you are brushing your teeth twice a day as recommended but not flossing between them, it’s not just your smile that will pay the price. Your toothbrush can’t reach in between teeth to remove dental plaque (a sticky bacterial biofilm). That’s where flossing comes in, because it can reach between teeth and below the […]

Join us in celebrating National Teeth Whitening Day on June 17th! We are tempted to observe this innovative dental treatment for the entire month because when it comes to boosting your smile, one of the quickest and easiest ways to accomplish this is through teeth whitening! And while there are a lot of over-the-counter teeth […]

Between May 16 and June 16, the Oral Health Foundation raises awareness of important health concerns by celebrating National Smile Month, and our dental team is here for it! We invite you to join us in making a positive difference in the oral health of the people around you. Everyone deserves the chance at a […]