All About Us
Our Mission
Providing caring, modern dentistry in a friendly neighborhood
Our mission is to deliver modern, compassionate dentistry in a place that feels warm, inclusive, and deeply rooted in the neighborhood. We strive to make every patient feel seen, supported, and truly welcomed while providing care that inspires confidence and comfort.
Dr. Mike Moody, DDS
Dr. Moody’s approach centers on trust, compassion, and meaningful patient relationships. He believes the best dental outcomes happen when patients feel heard, supported, and truly cared for. He creates a warm, welcoming environment and guides each person on a personalized path toward long-term oral health and confidence.
Dr. Moody graduated with distinction from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry and completed advanced training in Hospital Dentistry at the Portland VA. His residency provided extensive experience managing complex dental cases and caring for patients with significant medical considerations.
Outside the office, Dr. Moody loves exploring Oregon, rock climbing, paddleboarding, and hitting the trails with his Bernedoodle bestie, Cooper. He teaches dental residents at the VA Hospital and loves finding Portland’s culinary scene, and he is happy to share his recommendations! With a love for adventure and community, he brings warmth and energy to everything he does.
Dr. Taylor Diggs DMD
Dr. Diggs believes great dentistry starts with listening. He takes the time to understand each patient’s goals, concerns, and priorities, creating a comfortable experience built on honesty, respect, and thoughtful care. His approach is focused on helping patients feel informed and confident while building lasting relationships and supporting lifelong oral health.
A 2013 graduate of the OHSU School of Dentistry, Dr. Diggs brings a broad range of experience to Uptown Dental. Throughout his career, he has worked in private practice, owned a dental practice, and served in public health as a dental clinic director for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. He has a particular interest in functional and aesthetic restorative dentistry and is committed to providing thoughtful, culturally responsive care.
Dr. Diggs was born and raised in Missoula, Montana, where growing up among the Rocky Mountains inspired his lifelong love of the outdoors – especially downhill skiing. He previously called Portland home before and during dental school. After more than a decade back in Montana, he is thrilled to return with his wife, their two daughters, ages four and seven, and their golden retriever. Outside the office, Dr. Diggs is looking forward to rediscovering old Portland favorites, trying new restaurants, enjoying Oregon’s incredible outdoor opportunities, and cheering on the Timbers and Trail Blazers in person again.
Meet
Our Team
Cooper
Comfort Companion
Cooper is a very special part of our office. He is a super cute Bernedoodle who can make anyone smile! He is smart and caring, and brings comfort to everyone he meets! Bonus: he offers free cuddles! When Cooper is not at work, you can find him enjoying the outdoors with Dr. Moody!
Kristin
Dental Hygienist
Kristin, a warm dental hygienist from Oregon, has been comforting patients for five years. Her friendly nature has earned her many fans. Outside of work, she loves yoga, musical theater, traveling, and reading, and shares her home with her husband and their two poodles, Hamilton and Eleanor.
Nikki
Dental Assistant
Nikki began her dental career as a dental assistant in 2010 and joined Uptown Family Dental in 2021. Her favorite part of her job is watching patients improve their oral health and overcoming their dental fears. Outside of the office, she loves spending time with her family and dog, LuLu. If she's not watching her sons play college football or spending time with her 3 grandchildren, you can find her running, hiking, and exploring the beautiful northwest.
Bonnie
Office Manager
Bonnie has over 10 years of dental experience, working across all dental specialties like pediatrics, sleep apnea, ortho, and root canals (aka: she has seen it all!). Outside the office, she likes to give back to her community by volunteering with local organizations and coordinating our hygiene kit donations. She loves spending time with her children and their new puppy - Princess Buttercup.
Tracey
Dental Hygienist
With over 25 years of experience as a dental hygienist, Tracey is passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care while building lasting relationships with patients. Tracey excels with helping patients feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in their oral health journey. Tracey loves to form a connection with her patients and finds this to be the most rewarding parts of her career. Outside of the office, Tracey enjoys spending time with her husband and their two daughters. As a family, they love camping, boating, hiking, and making the most of the outdoors together.
Brooke
Dental Assistant
Brooke has been in the dental field for 12 years and loves helping patients feel comfortable and cared for. She’s a proud mom of two amazing kids and an animal lover with one adventurous pup and two curious cats who keep her on her toes. Whether she’s exploring trails with her dog or managing the chaos at home, Brooke brings energy and heart to everything she does.
Sara
Dental Hygienist
Sara has over 15 years of experience as a dental hygienist and loves helping patients feel confident in their smiles. Sara treats every patient like family and excels in creating a comfortable, welcoming environment for everyone who walks through the door. Outside of the office, you can find Sara with her husband, two boys and four French bulldogs. As a family, they love spending time outdoors, volunteering in the community, and traveling the world.
Lilia
Dental Assistant
Lilia began her career in dentistry in 2022 after graduating from Concorde Career College. As a dedicated dental assistant, she is passionate about patient care and creating a comfortable experience for every patient. She is driven to continue learning and advancing her skills in the dental field. Outside of the office you she loves spending time with her two cats and four guinea pigs.
Natasha
Finance Coordinator
Natasha recently transferred her experience in client services to the dental world. She loves working in a field full of so many smiles. When she is not in the office you can find her adventuring with her family or working on one of her many sewing projects.
Community Involvement
We love our community!
At Uptown Dental, we take pride in being the neighborhood dentist, deeply connected to the people and places around us. We love our community and stay involved through local events, outreach, and partnerships that support our neighbors of all ages. By creating an inclusive, welcoming space and showing up for our community, we’re proud to care for the place we call home.