Portland, Oregon · Pearl District

Dentistry that doesn't feel like dentistry.

Meridian Dental is a calm, modern practice built for people who dread the dentist. No judgment, no rush — just gentle, honest care from a team that actually listens.

New patients welcome · Same-week openings · Emergency line open 7 days

Bright, modern reception area at Meridian Dental with warm wood accents and soft natural light

The new-patient experience

What your first visit is actually like

If you've been avoiding the dentist, this is the part that matters. No surprises, no judgment, no pressure — just a calm, predictable first visit designed to put you at ease.

  1. 01

    Book in two minutes

    Pick a time online that fits your day. We'll send a short medical history form by text so you can fill it out at home — not in the waiting room.

  2. 02

    A relaxed welcome

    Arrive a few minutes early. Grab a coffee or tea, settle in, and meet your hygienist. No clipboard gauntlet, no fluorescent rush.

  3. 03

    We listen first

    Before anything clinical, we talk through your history, your concerns, and what you actually want from your care. Your goals set the agenda.

  4. 04

    A gentle exam

    A thorough, unhurried exam with low-radiation digital imaging. We show you what we see on screen and explain it in plain language.

  5. 05

    A clear plan, no pressure

    You leave knowing exactly what's healthy, what to watch, and what's optional — with transparent pricing and no upselling.

What we do

Complete care, plainly explained

One practice for everything from a routine cleaning to a full smile plan. No referral runaround unless it's genuinely the better choice for you.

  • Routine cleanings & exams

    Gentle hygiene visits with low-radiation digital imaging and a real conversation about your mouth — not a 20-minute conveyor belt.

  • Cosmetic dentistry

    Whitening, bonding, and veneers designed to look like you on a good day — never over-white, never unnatural.

  • Dental implants

    Single tooth to full-arch replacement, planned digitally and placed with a focus on comfort and long-term stability.

  • Orthodontics & clear aligners

    Discreet aligner therapy and traditional options for teens and adults, with honest timelines up front.

  • Emergency care

    Same-day appointments for pain, broken teeth, and swelling. Call the emergency line — we make room.

  • Sedation & anxiety care

    Nitrous and oral sedation options for nervous patients, plus a judgment-free approach to however long it's been.

Calm, modern treatment room at Meridian Dental with soft natural light

Meet the doctor

A dentist who chose calm over clinical

[Doctor name] founded Meridian Dental on a simple belief: dental care works best when patients aren't afraid of it. After [X] years in practice and advanced training in [specialty], the focus here is gentle, unhurried, and honest.

Every plan starts with listening — to your history, your concerns, and what you actually want. Then we build care around you, not the other way around.

Education
[Dental school]
Specialty
[Cosmetic & restorative]
Memberships
[ADA · Academy]

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Comfort & anxiety

For the dental-averse, by design

Roughly one in three people avoid the dentist out of fear. We built this practice for them first. Here's what that actually means.

Sedation options

Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for light anxiety and oral sedation for longer or more involved procedures. We'll talk through what fits your comfort level — never a one-size approach.

A genuinely gentle approach

We work at your pace. Need a break? We stop. Need numbing before we even clean? Done. Comfort isn't a feature here — it's the baseline.

Judgment-free, always

It's been five years or fifteen — we don't keep score, and we don't lecture. You're here now, and that's what matters. Every visit starts from today.

Insurance & pricing

Transparent before you sit down

No "call for pricing" wall. Here's what we accept and roughly what to expect, so you can decide with the facts in hand.

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Insurance we accept

  • Delta Dental
  • Cigna
  • MetLife
  • Aetna
  • Guardian
  • United Concordia

Don't see yours? We file out-of-network claims for most PPO plans — ask us and we'll confirm.

First visit

$[X]–$[Y]

Comprehensive exam, digital X-rays, and cleaning. Final cost depends on coverage and what we find.

Financing

Interest-free payment plans through [provider] and in-house membership options for uninsured patients.

We'll walk through numbers before any treatment begins.

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FAQ

The questions we hear most

We're in-network with several major PPO plans (see the list above) and file out-of-network claims for most others. Share your plan details when booking and we'll confirm your coverage and estimated costs before your visit — no surprises.

You're in good company — it's more common than you'd think, and there's zero judgment here. We'll start with a gentle exam, assess where things stand, and build a plan at a pace you're comfortable with. The only thing that matters is that you're here now.

Yes. We see children and teens for routine cleanings, exams, and preventive care, and refer to a trusted pediatric specialist when a case calls for one. Families can often book back-to-back appointments.

Severe or worsening pain, a knocked-out or broken tooth, swelling in the face or gums, lost fillings or crowns, and uncontrolled bleeding all qualify. Call our emergency line right away — we hold same-day slots for urgent cases.

Two hours of free covered parking is available in the building's garage, with the entrance on [street]. Street parking and a nearby lot are also options. We'll send exact directions with your booking confirmation.

Book an appointment

Your calmest dental visit starts here.

Pick a time that works for you. New patients are welcome, same-week openings are common, and we'll confirm everything by text.

Online booking — coming soon

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