[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":134},["ShallowReactive",2],{"globalData:testimonials":3,"globalData:before-after":24,"posts:choosing-the-right-dental-care-for-your-familys-long-term-oral-health":52},{"title":4,"slug":4,"testimonials":5},"testimonials",[6,9,12,15,18,21],{"name":7,"body":8},"Alexandra G.","Uptown Dental was able to get me in right away to fix a broken tooth. Abby and Dr. Moody were both really kind and personable, and fixed up my tooth really quickly and painlessly. My whole experience there was very good from start to finish - Bonnie at reception was so pleasant and friendly!\r\n",{"name":10,"body":11},"Jerry S.","Big thumbs up for my root canal procedure at Uptown Family Dental. Dental assistant Nikki and Dr. Ben Lively were the utmost professionals. They made every attempt to ensure that I was as comfortable as possible. I was kept completely informed as the procedure unfolded. I recommend this practice and this team unequivocally.\r\n",{"name":13,"body":14},"Debra A.","As a new patient, I found my interaction with Dr. Moody, hygienist Kristin, and the office staff at Uptown Family Dental to be refreshingly welcoming and helpful. Everyone is kind, knowledgeable, and professional. My teeth love you!\r\n",{"name":16,"body":17},"Zachary G.","Dr. Moody and Nikki were the golden standard when it comes to dental work: I typically dread going, but they were friendly, professional, and efficient in their work. Great location, very friendly, and they both know their stuff! I'll be coming back again and again to Uptown Family Dental!\r\n",{"name":19,"body":20},"Todd C.","The dentist I had had for years was retiring, so I decided to find a new, younger dentist. I saw some posts by Uptown Family Dental on Instagram and booked a cleaning. Their office was an easy walk from my place and had a midcentury modern vibe. Everyone was so friendly, especially Cooper, the dental support dog. ",{"name":22,"body":23},"Victoria T.","From the moment I stepped into Uptown Family Dental, I knew I was in good hands. The entire team, including Assistant Nikki, went above and beyond to ensure my comfort throughout the procedure. If you're looking for a dental office in Portland that genuinely cares about its patients, look no further.\r\n",{"title":25,"slug":25,"images":26},"before-after",[27,36,44],{"heading":28,"body":29,"before":30,"after":33},"Before After 1","",{"src":31,"alt":32},"before-after/before-1.jpg","before 1",{"src":34,"alt":35},"before-after/after-1.png","after 1",{"heading":37,"body":29,"before":38,"after":41},"Before After 2",{"src":39,"alt":40},"before-after/before-2.jpg","before 2",{"src":42,"alt":43},"before-after/after-2.jpg","after 2",{"heading":45,"body":29,"before":46,"after":49},"Before After 3",{"src":47,"alt":48},"before-after/before-3.jpg","before 3",{"src":50,"alt":51},"before-after/after-3.jpg","after 3",{"title":53,"slug":54,"blog_post":55,"page_sections":87,"seo":120,"date":129,"categories":130,"category_names":132},"Choosing the Right Dental Care for Your Family’s Long-Term Oral Health","blog/choosing-the-right-dental-care-for-your-familys-long-term-oral-health",{"image":56,"date":85,"title":63,"content":86},{"ID":57,"id":57,"title":58,"filename":59,"filesize":60,"url":61,"link":62,"alt":63,"author":64,"description":29,"caption":29,"name":65,"status":66,"uploaded_to":67,"date":68,"modified":69,"menu_order":70,"mime_type":71,"type":72,"subtype":73,"icon":74,"width":75,"height":75,"sizes":76},1847,"Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care","Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care.png",1353721,"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care.png","https://api.uptownfamilydental.net/choosing-the-right-dental-care-for-your-familys-long-term-oral-health/choosing-the-right-dental-care/","Choosing the Right Dental Care for Your Family's Long-Term Oral Health","3","choosing-the-right-dental-care","inherit",1843,"2026-05-13 20:16:10","2026-06-03 05:39:42",0,"image/png","image","png","https://api.uptownfamilydental.net/wp-includes/images/media/default.png",1080,{"thumbnail":77,"thumbnail-width":78,"thumbnail-height":78,"medium":79,"medium-width":80,"medium-height":80,"medium_large":81,"medium_large-width":82,"medium_large-height":82,"large":83,"large-width":84,"large-height":84,"1536x1536":61,"1536x1536-width":75,"1536x1536-height":75,"2048x2048":61,"2048x2048-width":75,"2048x2048-height":75},"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care-150x150.png",150,"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care-300x300.png",300,"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care-768x768.png",768,"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Choosing-the-Right-Dental-Care-1024x1024.png",1024,"March 19, 2026","\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Choosing a \u003Ca href=\"http://uptownfamilydental.net\">dentist\u003C/a> for your family is an important decision that affects everyone’s long-term oral health. At Uptown Family Dental, Dr. Moody and Dr. Parker focus on building lasting relationships with families while helping patients maintain healthy, confident smiles at every stage of life. Having preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dental care available in one trusted location makes it easier to stay consistent and proactive with your family’s dental health.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">What Defines High-Quality Family Dentistry?\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Great family dentistry goes beyond fixing teeth—it’s about caring for people. A high-quality family dental practice supports children, teens, adults, and seniors with age-appropriate care and long-term planning. Preventive services and early diagnosis play a major role in reducing complex dental issues later in life.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">At Uptown Family Dental, Dr. Moody and Dr. Parker believe individualized care is essential. Every smile is different, and treatment plans should reflect that. Trust, transparency, and clear communication are just as important as clinical expertise.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1848\" src=\"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/General-Dentistry-for-Continuous-Oral-Health-300x300.png\" alt=\"dentist inspecting mouth\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/General-Dentistry-for-Continuous-Oral-Health-300x300.png 300w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/General-Dentistry-for-Continuous-Oral-Health-150x150.png 150w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/General-Dentistry-for-Continuous-Oral-Health-768x768.png 768w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/General-Dentistry-for-Continuous-Oral-Health.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">General Dentistry for Continuous Oral Health\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Routine dental care is the foundation of lifelong oral health. Regular exams and professional cleanings help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other issues before they become painful or costly. Even with excellent brushing and flossing habits, plaque can build up in hard-to-reach areas and eventually turn into tartar.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">During your visits, Dr. Moody or Dr. Parker will monitor gum health, enamel wear, bite alignment, and subtle changes that could signal future concerns. Ongoing care allows us to adjust recommendations as your lifestyle, diet, and needs change over time—helping you stay comfortable and healthy year after year.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Emergency Dental Care When It Counts\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Dental emergencies rarely come with a warning. Sudden tooth pain, cracked or knocked-out teeth, and infections need prompt attention to prevent further damage. Knowing exactly where to call can make a stressful situation much easier to manage.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Our team provides clear guidance and timely care so you can get relief as quickly as possible. Families appreciate the peace of mind that comes from having a trusted dental office ready to help when it matters most.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1849\" src=\"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Children-and-Oral-Development-300x300.png\" alt=\"little girl brushing teeth\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Children-and-Oral-Development-300x300.png 300w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Children-and-Oral-Development-150x150.png 150w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Children-and-Oral-Development-768x768.png 768w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Children-and-Oral-Development.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Children and Oral Development: Pediatric Dentistry\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Early dental visits set the stage for a lifetime of healthy habits. Pediatric care at Uptown Family Dental focuses on education, prevention, and comfort. Dr. Moody and Dr. Parker track tooth eruption, jaw development, and bite alignment as your child grows.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Preventive services like fluoride treatments and dental sealants help protect young teeth from cavities. Just as important, positive early experiences help children feel relaxed and confident about visiting the \u003Ca href=\"http://uptownfamilydental.net\">dentist\u003C/a> as they get older.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Tooth Replacement Solutions and Restorative Dentistry\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">From cavities to cracked teeth, restorative dentistry helps repair damage and preserve your natural smile. These treatments restore strength, function, and comfort while protecting remaining tooth structure.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">For patients with missing teeth, restorative options such as \u003Ca href=\"http://uptownfamilydental.net/\">dentures\u003C/a> can greatly improve chewing, speech, and appearance. Dr. Moody and Dr. Parker take time to explain your options and recommend solutions that fit your lifestyle and long-term goals.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1850\" src=\"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Uptown-Family-Dentals-Patient-300x300.png\" alt=\"family smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Uptown-Family-Dentals-Patient-300x300.png 300w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Uptown-Family-Dentals-Patient-150x150.png 150w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Uptown-Family-Dentals-Patient-768x768.png 768w, https://uptownfamilydental.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/assets/wp-content/uploads/Uptown-Family-Dentals-Patient.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Uptown Family Dental’s Patient-Centered Approach\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">At Uptown Family Dental, patients are treated with respect, compassion, and zero judgment. We understand that everyone comes in with different dental histories and experiences, and our team takes the time to listen—not rush. Using modern diagnostic tools and evidence-based techniques, Dr. Moody and Dr. Parker focus on precise, comfortable care.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Patient education is a core part of our philosophy. We believe you deserve to understand your dental health clearly—both your current needs and what to expect in the future—so you can make confident decisions about your care.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Service Locations\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">Uptown Family Dental proudly serves patients throughout Portland, Oregon and the surrounding communities.\u003C/p>\n",[88],{"acf_fc_layout":89,"content":90,"items":99,"hash":29,"hide_component":93,"background_color":98,"add_graphic":93,"add_gradient":93,"add_blue_overlay":93,"padding_top":118,"padding_bottom":119,"margin_top":118,"margin_bottom":118},"accordion",{"content":91,"icon":29,"heading":92,"secondary_heading":29,"subheading":29,"body":29,"buttons":93,"options":91,"alignment":94,"heading_color":95,"secondary_heading_color":95,"subheading_color":96,"smaller_subheading":93,"body_size":97,"content_bg_color":98,"add_burst":93},null,"Frequently Asked Questions",false,"center","#184e43","#284e68","base","transparent",[100,103,106,109,112,115],{"title":101,"body":102},"How to find the best dentist in Portland?","\u003Cp>Look for a clinic that provides comprehensive care in one location. At Uptown Family Dental, Dr. Moody and Dr. Parker offer preventive, restorative, and emergency services with a strong focus on patient comfort and communication.\u003C/p>\n",{"title":104,"body":105},"Which Portland dentist is right for my family?","\u003Cp>A family dentist should have experience treating patients of all ages. Uptown Family Dental provides consistent care through routine checkups, cleanings, and long-term treatment planning for the entire family.\u003C/p>\n",{"title":107,"body":108},"Which emergency dentist in Portland is open after hours?","\u003Cp>A trusted family dental practice can guide you during emergencies, even outside normal office hours. Uptown Family Dental offers support and direction when urgent dental issues arise.\u003C/p>\n",{"title":110,"body":111},"How to find a kids' dentist in Portland that you can trust?","\u003Cp>Choose a practice that emphasizes comfort, education, and positive experiences. At Uptown Family Dental, pediatric care is designed to help children feel safe, supported, and confident.\u003C/p>\n",{"title":113,"body":114},"At what age should children first visit a dentist in Portland?","\u003Cp>Most children benefit from their first dental visit around age one or when their first tooth appears. Early visits help establish healthy habits and allow for proper monitoring of oral development.\u003C/p>\n",{"title":116,"body":117},"Why are dentures recommended by dentists in Portland?","\u003Cp>Dentures help restore proper chewing and speech while improving appearance and confidence. They also support overall oral health for patients who have experienced tooth loss.\u003C/p>\n","none","default",{"":91,"page_title":121,"page_description":122,"schema":123,"twitter_card":124,"og_meta":125,"type":127,"meta_descrition":128},"How To Find The Best Dentist in Portland | Which Emergency Dentist in Portland is Open After Hours | What Age Should Children First Visit A Dentist in Portland | Why are Dentures Recommended By Dentists in Portland","How to find a kids dentist in Portland you can trust? Learn which general dentist in Portland is right for my family and oral health. How to find a kids dentist in Portland you can trust. 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