Convenient Access from Rowena
Rowena sits at the Rowena Gap on the Columbia, and most people who live there can reach Pine Ridge Dental in about 12 minutes on I-84. That makes us a practical dentist near Rowena for checkups, repairs and planning a missing-tooth replacement. Our office on East 12th Street in The Dalles is the home base of Dr. Feller and our team, and it is an easy stop on the way into town.
From the river side of Mayer State Park, follow Rowena River Road to I-84 at Exit 76 and head east. Leave the freeway at Exit 84 (The Dalles City Center), then follow West 2nd and West 3rd Streets (US 30) through downtown onto East 2nd Street. Climb Brewery Grade, turn right on Dry Hollow Road, and look for us on E 12th St near Dry Hollow Rd at 1629 E 12th St, The Dalles, OR 97058, about 9.4 miles from the park.
Prefer the scenic way? The Historic Columbia River Highway over Rowena Crest and the Rowena Loops is slower, though it also carries you east into town. Howe Park and Adventist Health Columbia Gorge mark the last few blocks, and our Google Maps pin shows the exact spot. Neighbors in Chenoweth and Mosier have their own pages too.
Dental Care That Keeps Pace With Life in the Gorge
Rowena is a census-designated place in Wasco County, strung along the river and the old highway between Mosier and the city. Life here leans outdoors. Mayer State Park offers East, Mid and West Mayer river access, a boat ramp, a swimming cove and picnic areas, and the water draws windsurfers and kiteboarders when the wind comes up.
Up the hill, the Rowena Crest overlook was part of the park's original 1924 property, along with the Rowena Loops on the old Columbia River Highway. The Tom McCall Preserve, managed by The Nature Conservancy, adjoins the overlook and protects native plants and wildlife. Learn more about the river units on the Mayer State Park page.
For households that would rather spend a good-weather day on the water, a well-planned dental visit matters. A Tuesday slot between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, or an early Wednesday or Thursday start at 7:30 AM, leaves most of the day open.
What Active Rowena Residents Should Know About Their Teeth
Board sports, hiking and long days in the sun all have small effects on teeth. A fall on a rocky trail can chip an edge, and a mouthguard is simple protection for anyone who plays contact sports. Our custom mouthguards and nightguards are made for your own teeth, and nightguards start from an iTero® digital scan.
Adults who have already lost a tooth often wait years before replacing it, and the bone underneath can shrink in the meantime. Dr. Feller has put over 100 hours of continuing education into implant dentistry alone. A CBCT scan gives him a 3D view of bone, nerves and sinuses before anything is placed.
Cosmetic concerns matter too, especially for front teeth that show in every photo from the overlook. Dr. Feller plans bonding, veneers and crowns with your bite in mind, an approach he calls functional aesthetics.
Long hours in wind and sun can also bring on cold sores for some people. Our laser cold sore treatment needs no injections and works best when you call at the first tingle. Patients who feel uneasy in the chair can choose from the Comfort Menu, with options such as your own music, neck support, a hand signal to pause and breaks whenever a visit runs long.
Treatments From a Dentist Near Rowena
Dental Implants
Options run from one replacement tooth up to a full arch, with CBCT planning and bone grafting if the site needs it. Nitrous oxide or minimal sedation is available for implant visits.
Emergency Dentistry
A tooth broken on the trail or the water should be looked at quickly. Call right away, and we will try to see you the same day for that urgent problem.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding, veneers and replacement of tired old fillings can refresh a smile. Each change is checked against how your teeth meet.
Root Canal Therapy
A deep crack or infection does not always mean losing the tooth. Root canal therapy can save it, and CBCT helps assess complicated cases.
Preventative Dentistry
Twice-yearly visits pair a careful exam and cleaning with digital x-rays, so Rowena patients stay ahead of trouble. Personalized home-care tips round out each visit.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Jonathan Feller centers his practice on functional aesthetics and implant dentistry. He is a general dentist who handles most care in one familiar office, from routine fillings to implant restorations. Every option comes with a straightforward explanation, and the final call stays with you.
Insurance & Financing
New patients without dental insurance can start with our $99 Comprehensive Exam & X-Ray, an offer only valid for patients without dental insurance. If you carry coverage, we are in-network with Delta Dental Premier, most Delta Dental PPO plans and Guardian. Our staff handles the paperwork and follows each claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pine Ridge Dental from Rowena, and how do I get there?
Expect about 9.4 miles and roughly 12 minutes from Mayer State Park. Take I-84 east from Exit 76 to Exit 84, follow US 30 through downtown, then climb Brewery Grade to Dry Hollow Road. For a dentist near Rowena, that freeway run is usually the simplest option, while the old highway over Rowena Crest is slower.
Do you make custom mouthguards for adults who play sports?
Yes, custom mouthguards are made for adults as well as kids. Because the guard is built for your own teeth, it tends to stay put better than a one-size store version, which makes breathing and talking easier during play. If you also clench or grind at night, a nightguard designed from an iTero® scan protects teeth while you sleep.
Can I replace a missing tooth without wearing a removable partial?
Usually, yes. A dental implant or a fixed bridge stays in place full time and never comes out at night. Dr. Feller uses a CBCT scan to check the bone first, and if there is not enough, grafting can sometimes build it back. He walks you through the trade-offs of each option before you decide.
My adult tooth got knocked out. What do I do first?
Call our office immediately, because a knocked-out tooth is a true dental emergency. Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, and keep it moist, ideally in milk, until you reach us. Our team works to see urgent cases like this the same day whenever possible, and quick action gives the tooth its best chance.
Can you match a chipped front tooth to the rest of my smile?
Yes, a chipped front tooth can usually be repaired to blend in with its neighbors. Small chips are often fixed with tooth-colored bonding, while larger damage may call for a veneer or crown. Dr. Feller matches the shade and shape to your other teeth and checks that the repair holds up when you bite.
Schedule Your Visit from Rowena
Choosing a dentist near Rowena should be simple. Call (541) 229-7891 to set up an exam, an implant consultation or a repair, and our team will confirm your coverage before you arrive. Our Areas We Serve page lists the other towns we see patients from, or you can go back to our Dentist The Dalles, OR homepage.