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Children's Dentistry in Southwest Portland

Clear answers for parents—whether you are choosing a pediatric dentist, checking insurance, helping an anxious child, exploring sedation, or handling a dental emergency.

Welcome to our practice

Children’s dentistry built around comfort and trust

Explore five focused resources created for the questions Portland parents ask most often.

  • Board-certified pediatric dentist
  • Prevention-focused care from infancy through adolescence
  • Care for children with special health care needs
  • Convenient Southwest Portland location
Meet Dr. Wages
Dr. Melissa Wages
Focused parent resources

Find the answer that fits your family

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Pediatric Dentist

A local guide for families in Southwest Portland and nearby neighborhoods.

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Anxious Children

How our child-friendly approach supports children who feel worried or overwhelmed.

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04

Sedation Options

Understand comfort options and what to discuss with your child’s dentist.

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05

Dental Emergencies

Practical next steps for toothaches, broken teeth, and dental injuries.

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Close to home

Serving Southwest Portland and nearby neighborhoods

Our office at 7471 SW Barbur Boulevard is convenient for families throughout Portland’s westside and neighboring communities.

Southwest PortlandMultnomah VillageHillsdaleRaleigh HillsGarden HomeWest SlopeJohns LandingTigardNorth Lake OswegoEast Beaverton

Questions about your child’s care?

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Visit our Southwest Portland office

7471 SW Barbur Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219

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Meet your pediatric dentist

Dr. Melissa Wages is board certified

Dr. Melissa Wages, DDS, is certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Learn about the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

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