Convenient Access from Mosier
If you searched for a dentist Mosier, OR parents can reach without giving up a whole day, Pine Ridge Dental is about 21 minutes east of town by car. Our office on East 12th Street in The Dalles is run by one general dentist, Dr. Jonathan Feller, and handles checkups, children's visits, fillings, implants and urgent care in a single renovated space.
Start at Mosier Community School on 1st Ave, which doubles as US 30, and head east to join I-84 East at exit 69. Most of the 17-mile trip follows the interstate along the Columbia until the City Center exit drops you into The Dalles. From there, US 30 runs through downtown on West 2nd, West 3rd and East 2nd Streets before you climb Brewery Grade and pick up Dry Hollow Road toward East 12th Street. Our address is 1629 E 12th St, The Dalles, OR 97058.
Patients from Rowena, along the same stretch of I-84, and from Hood River, at the far end of the Twin Tunnels trail, follow that interstate east to reach us as well.
A Dental Home That Matches Mosier's Small-Town Pace
Mosier is a small Wasco County city whose council members are volunteer neighbors living inside city limits, and the City of Mosier website points visitors toward U-pick cherries and fruit, biking and hiking. That neighborly scale carries over to how we work. Our team learns patients by name, keeps explanations plain, and builds each treatment plan around what you actually want for your smile.
On the Mosier end of the trail, the Mark O. Hatfield East Trailhead opens onto a car-free, 4.5-mile paved section of the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, which runs through the restored Mosier Twin Tunnels on its way to Hood River. If a ride there ends with a chipped or loosened tooth, call our office right away. We aim to see dental emergencies the same day whenever possible, starting with a focused exam and x-rays.
Parents and grandparents get the same unhurried attention. Adults come to us for cleanings, crowns, implant consultations and cosmetic work, so one office can follow the whole household as needs change over the years.
What Mosier Parents Should Know About Growing Smiles
Mosier Community School is a tuition-free public charter school for kindergarten through eighth grade, and it serves students from across the Mosier Valley. Those K-8 years are when permanent molars arrive, brushing habits stick, and cavities tend to start in the grooves of back teeth. Following AAPD guidance, Dr. Feller likes to meet babies once the first tooth has been in for up to six months, by the first birthday at the latest, and then twice a year.
With a drive of a little over 20 minutes each way, timing matters. Our Wednesday and Thursday hours begin at 7:30 AM, so a parent can bring a child in early and still have the morning ahead. Tuesday appointments run until 5:00 PM for families who prefer an afternoon slot, while the office stays closed Monday and Friday through Sunday.
Snacks matter too. Fresh cherries and fruit from a U-pick stand are a healthy choice, yet their natural sugars still feed the bacteria that cause decay. A glass of water after snacking, brushing before bed and limiting sipped juice between meals all help. In winter, ODOT asks drivers to check TripCheck.com or dial 511 before heading out, which is worth doing before an early appointment.
Care From a Dentist Mosier, OR Kids and Parents Can Share
Children's Dental Care
Calm, age-appropriate explanations help local kids and teens settle in from the very first appointment. We watch how new teeth come in, coach brushing at home, and keep six-month visits on track.
Preventative Dentistry
Comprehensive exams, professional cleanings and digital x-rays catch small problems before they become bigger repairs. For parents, a routine checkup is also a good moment to bring up grinding, sensitivity or an aging filling.
Emergency Dentistry
A cracked tooth after a fall or a toothache that keeps a child up at night should not wait for a convenient week. Phone us first, because urgent problems move up the schedule and we try to fit emergencies in the same day whenever possible.
Invisalign®
Older kids, teens and adults can straighten teeth with clear, removable aligners. An iTero 3D scan replaces impression trays, and aligners are worn 20 to 22 hours a day.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures repair damage while saving as much natural tooth as possible. Dr. Feller walks you through each option in plain language before any work begins.
For young back teeth, tooth fillings and sealants work as a pair: a sealant protects the deep grooves of a healthy molar, and a small filling repairs any decay found early.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Jonathan Feller spent his childhood in a Wyoming town small enough that his father's orthodontic practice served it for more than 30 years. Helping in his dad's office during high school is what first drew him toward dentistry. When he came to The Dalles, the town reminded him of the place he grew up.
Insurance & Financing
We accept a wide range of dental insurance plans and are in-network with Delta Dental Premier, most Delta Dental PPO plans and Cigna. Hand us your card at check-in; the front desk confirms what your plan covers and handles the claim paperwork from start to finish. Costs are reviewed with you before any treatment starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pine Ridge Dental from Mosier, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 17 miles from Mosier, roughly 21 minutes by car. Take 1st Ave (US 30) east to I-84 at exit 69, ride the interstate to the City Center exit, then follow US 30 through downtown and up Brewery Grade and Dry Hollow Road. That interstate run makes us a dentist Mosier, OR families can reach with very few turns.
Can I bring my child in for a checkup before school?
Yes, on Wednesday and Thursday the first appointments start at 7:30 AM. Request the earliest slot when you call, and mention if more than one child needs a visit. Tuesday afternoons until 5:00 PM are another option for families who would rather come after class.
What should I do if my child chips a tooth in a bike crash?
Call our office as soon as you can, and keep any broken piece in a clean container with milk or water. A chipped tooth can be sensitive or leave a sharp edge, so we treat it as urgent and aim to see your child the same day whenever possible. For families new to us, the $39 Emergency Exam & X-Ray applies, and that price is limited to new patients.
Do sealants really help prevent cavities in children's molars?
Yes, sealants are one of the simplest ways to protect the deep grooves on back teeth, where food and plaque collect and toothbrush bristles often miss. The tooth is cleaned and a thin protective coating is painted into those grooves. Dr. Feller can point out which of your child's molars are good candidates at a regular six-month visit.
What helps a nervous child feel calmer in the dental chair?
We slow down and let your child set part of the pace. Our Comfort Menu includes cozy blankets, a choice of music, neck support, regular check-ins and a pause signal your child can use at any time. Each step is explained before it happens, in words that fit their age, and short breaks are always fine.
Schedule Your Visit from Mosier
Call (541) 229-7891 or book online when you want a dentist Mosier, OR parents can fit around a school morning. Browse the towns on our Areas We Serve list, or read about the practice itself on the Dentist The Dalles, OR homepage.