Convenient Access from Maupin
For anyone in Maupin comparing options, Pine Ridge Dental offers general, family and cosmetic care at our office on East 12th Street in The Dalles. The trip north takes about 56 minutes, so this is not a drop-in drive, and we plan around that. Residents who want a dentist Maupin, OR families can reach on a single morning will find Dr. Jonathan Feller and a team that tries to fit as much as sensible into each appointment.
From the middle and high school at 699 4th Street, follow 4th St to Deschutes Ave, which is US 197 through town, and head north out of Maupin. The Dalles-California Highway then runs about 37 miles past Tygh Valley and Dufur before joining US 30 into The Dalles. Brewery Grade and Dry Hollow Rd bring you the rest of the way to 1629 E 12th St, The Dalles, OR 97058, roughly 40 miles in all. Our Google Maps listing has the pin if you want to save it for the trip.
Two communities along the way have pages of their own: Tygh Valley, which the highway passes, and Wamic to the west.
Dental Care That Works With a River Town's Calendar
The city calls itself the Gateway to the Deschutes River, and it sits on the Wild and Scenic Lower Deschutes in southern Wasco County. Each summer, visitors arrive for rafting, fishing, cycling, camping and hunting. Maupin City Park on Bakeoven Road, steps from the river, stays open year-round.
That rhythm matters for dental care. If summer is your busiest stretch, booking cleanings and checkups for fall, winter or spring keeps them from getting squeezed out. A visit planned during a quieter month also leaves room for any follow-up before the season picks up again.
The weekly hours shape the plan as well. Wednesday and Thursday run from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and Tuesday runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We're closed Monday and Friday through Sunday, so plan on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday trip.
What Maupin Families Should Know Before Their Next Visit
Students in Maupin attend the Redsides' elementary school on Deschutes Avenue and the middle and high school on 4th Street. Children's checkups every six months catch cavities early, when the fix is small. Lining up a child's cleaning with a parent's appointment turns two errands into one.
For a family about an hour from the office, the number of trips matters when choosing how to straighten teeth. With Invisalign, an iTero scan replaces impression trays, and you switch to a new set of aligners every one to two weeks at home. Once treatment ends, dental retainers hold the new position in place.
Adults get the same planning. Worn fillings, a cracked tooth or a gap left by a missing tooth can all be reviewed at one comprehensive exam, with crowns, bridges, implants or dentures laid out side by side. Seeing every choice at once makes it easier to schedule the work in as few trips as the treatment allows.
Accidents can happen far from town, whether on the water or a trail. A chipped or knocked-out tooth deserves a phone call right away, because our team aims to see urgent dental issues the same day whenever possible. For new patients, the $39 Emergency Exam & X-Ray covers a focused exam, any necessary x-rays and recommendations, and it is for new patients only.
Dentist Maupin, OR Services for Redsides Families and Neighbors
Children's Dental Care
Calm, age-appropriate explanations help kids and teens feel at ease in the chair. We follow the AAPD guidance on early first visits and see children every six months after that. Maupin parents can plan siblings' visits for the same midweek trip.
Invisalign®
These removable aligners are clear plastic, so there are no brackets or wires to adjust. They are worn 20 to 22 hours a day, and most cases take 12 to 18 months. Switching to each new set happens at home, which suits a household about an hour from the office.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide is a lighter option that wears off quickly, and minimal oral sedation helps you stay calm while remaining responsive. Both are offered when clinically appropriate. If nerves have kept you from booking, this is a good place to start.
Emergency Dentistry
Severe tooth pain, swelling, uncontrolled bleeding or a tooth lost to trauma all call for an immediate phone call. Our team prioritizes emergency cases and does its best to see you as soon as possible. Calling early gives Maupin patients time to plan the drive.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding, veneers, crowns and replacing older restorations can refresh a smile. Dr. Feller plans the look together with the bite, an approach he calls functional aesthetics. Elective work like this can be planned for a quieter month.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Jonathan Feller settled on dentistry while working as a dental assistant, when he delivered a denture and watched a patient's confidence return. Before that he served a mission in Australia and explored music production. His family loves the Columbia River Gorge and the nearby mountains, and the city of Maupin describes itself as about 45 minutes by car from both.
Insurance & Financing
Our team checks your benefits ahead of time, then files and tracks claims for you. We are in-network with Delta Dental Premier, most Delta Dental PPO plans and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and we accept a range of other carriers. Cherry and Proceed Finance are available for larger treatment plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pine Ridge Dental from Maupin, and how do I get there?
The drive is about 40 miles, or roughly 56 minutes. Follow Deschutes Ave (US 197) north out of town and stay on the highway past Tygh Valley and Dufur, then take US 30, Brewery Grade and Dry Hollow Rd to East 12th Street. Families choosing a dentist Maupin, OR residents can reach in about an hour should plan on a Tuesday through Thursday visit.
Do you offer anything for nervous patients?
Yes, comfort is built into every visit. Our Comfort Menu includes cozy blankets, your choice of music, neck and head support, a pause signal and breaks during longer appointments. Nitrous oxide and minimal oral sedation are available when clinically appropriate, and our team is especially committed to caring for anxious and dental-phobic patients.
How long does Invisalign treatment usually take?
Most Invisalign cases take 12 to 18 months. You wear the aligners 20 to 22 hours a day and move to a new set every one to two weeks. After treatment, retainers keep teeth from drifting back, so plan on wearing them as directed to protect the result.
Can I skip the goopy impression trays?
Yes, for many treatments. The iTero scanner builds a 3D model of your teeth and bite without impression trays, which helps patients with a sensitive gag reflex. It is used for clear aligners, retainers and nightguards, while Primescan digital impressions support crowns, bridges and other custom restorations.
When should my child first see a dentist?
Within six months of the first tooth appearing, and no later than the first birthday, following AAPD guidance. After that, checkups every six months keep small problems small. Starting early helps kids get used to the office and the team before they ever need treatment.
Schedule Your Visit from Maupin
To set up care with a dentist Maupin, OR families can plan a midweek trip around, call (541) 229-7891 or book online. Our Areas We Serve page lists every community we see patients from, and the Dentist The Dalles, OR homepage has more about the practice.