Convenient Access from Pine Hollow
Lakeside households searching for a dentist near Pine Hollow have a long road to any office, and ours is no exception. Pine Ridge Dental sits at our office on East 12th Street in The Dalles, about 59 minutes from the reservoir, so call it an hour each way. That distance is exactly why we plan visits that handle several needs at once, from checkups to implant work.
Leaving the Lakeside RV Resort on N Mariposa Dr, take N Pine Hollow Access Rd to Ross Rd and follow it about 2.7 miles out to Wamic Market Rd, joining east of the Wamic town center. Head east to Tygh Valley Rd and then north on US 197, The Dalles-California Highway, for roughly 28 miles past Dufur. US 30 carries you into town, and Brewery Grade and Dry Hollow Rd end at 1629 E 12th St, The Dalles, OR 97058. The whole route is about 38 miles; open our office in Google Maps to save it on your phone.
Our pages for Wamic and Tygh Valley cover the neighboring communities on the way to the highway.
Why Pine Hollow Households Plan Their Dental Care Ahead
Pine Hollow is an unincorporated community in Wasco County that wraps around its reservoir. According to ODFW, the water is lined with willows, pines and oak and stocked with rainbow trout in early spring and fall, alongside largemouth bass and bluegill. The resort on the shore runs a campground, boat launch and boat rentals, and a county boat ramp serves the lake as well.
Living out by the reservoir also means the nearest dental chair is about an hour off. Problems that are minor today can turn into an urgent drive later if they are left alone. Keeping up with checkups is the simplest way to avoid that, because small fixes rarely require a second trip.
Our schedule is built for planning. We're closed Monday, and on Tuesday we see patients from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Wednesday and Thursday open at 7:30 AM and close at 3:00 PM, and we're closed Friday through Sunday. With the early close on those two days, you can pair the appointment with errands in town and still head back to Pine Hollow in the afternoon.
If something does go wrong, call right away. Our team prioritizes urgent cases and aims for same-day emergency visits whenever possible. New patients can start with the $39 Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which is for new patients only and covers a focused exam, any necessary x-rays and recommendations.
Making One Visit Count When You Live in Pine Hollow
Missing teeth are where planning ahead pays off most. Dr. Feller focuses on functional aesthetics and implant dentistry, and our CBCT scan shows bone, nerves and sinuses in 3D before any implant is placed. Because the imaging happens in our office, you do not need a separate trip to a larger city for it.
For patients who have lost several teeth, implant dentures anchor a denture to implants so it feels more secure than a denture that relies on suction alone. A traditional denture typically takes four appointments: records, final impressions and bite, a wax try-in, then delivery and adjustment. Knowing that count from the start lets you line up each trip on the days that suit you.
Snoring is another issue worth raising at a checkup. Dr. Feller can spot signs of obstructive sleep apnea and refer you for a sleep study, which is where the diagnosis comes from. For mild to moderate cases, an oral appliance is one treatment option our office provides.
Implant and Restorative Care from a Dentist Near Pine Hollow
Dental Implants
Implants can replace a single tooth or a full arch, including All-On-X. Planning starts with CBCT imaging, and bone grafting is added when the site needs more support. Nitrous oxide or minimal sedation is offered for implant visits when clinically appropriate.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges, implant restorations and dentures all aim to preserve as much natural tooth as possible. Primescan digital impressions capture the details for crowns and bridges. Pine Hollow patients can often review several repairs at a single exam.
Oral Surgery
Extractions, wisdom teeth and bone grafting are handled by Dr. Feller in our office. Comfort options such as nitrous oxide help on longer procedures. Having surgery and the later restoration in one practice keeps the plan in one set of hands.
Preventative Dentistry
Comprehensive exams, cleanings, digital x-rays and personalized home-care advice are the foundation. Early detection is what keeps a small concern from becoming an unplanned hour on the highway.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Oral appliance therapy can help adults with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea by gently positioning the jaw. The appliance is worn during sleep, and a sleep study always comes first.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Jonathan Feller has completed more than 100 hours of continuing education focused on implant dentistry. He builds each plan around the patient's goals and explains every step in plain language. Anxious or hesitant patients get extra time and a slower pace when they need it.
Insurance & Financing
Without dental insurance, the $99 Comprehensive Exam & X-Ray is a good first step; it is only valid for patients without dental insurance and includes the exam, all necessary standard digital x-rays and treatment recommendations. Insured patients benefit from our in-network status with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Delta Dental Premier. Our team files and tracks the claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pine Ridge Dental from Pine Hollow, and how do I get there?
It is about 38 miles, roughly 59 minutes by car. Ross Rd takes you to Wamic Market Rd and Tygh Valley Rd, then US 197 runs north past Dufur into The Dalles. For a dentist near Pine Hollow, that hour is the honest figure to plan on before Brewery Grade and Dry Hollow Rd.
How do you plan a dental implant?
Implant planning starts with CBCT 3D imaging, which shows the bone, nerves and sinuses around the gap. Dr. Feller uses that scan to choose the implant position and decide whether bone grafting is needed first. Nitrous oxide or minimal oral sedation is available for implant visits when clinically appropriate.
Can I finance implant treatment?
Yes. We work with Cherry and Proceed Finance, which let you spread the cost of larger treatment over time, and we accept major credit cards. Costs are reviewed with you before treatment begins, so there are no hidden fees. Our team can also check what your insurance contributes before you decide.
How many appointments does a new denture take?
A denture typically takes four appointments. The first covers records, the second final impressions and your bite, the third a wax try-in, and the fourth delivery and adjustment. Full and partial dentures are available, with or without implants, and knowing the sequence ahead of time makes each trip easier to plan.
Is a 7:30 AM appointment realistic from Pine Hollow?
Yes, if you leave about an hour before the appointment. Our Wednesday and Thursday hours start at 7:30 AM and run to 3:00 PM, which leaves most of the afternoon for errands in town or the drive home. Tuesday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, suits patients who prefer a later start.
Schedule Your Visit from Pine Hollow
Call (541) 229-7891 to plan care with a dentist near Pine Hollow, and our team will help you fit as much as sensible into one trip. Find every community we serve on the Areas We Serve page, or read more about the practice on our Dentist The Dalles, OR homepage.