Dr. Derek Conklin loves dentistry and was fortunate to be introduced to it as a teenager by a family friend who was a dental student. From that time on, the idea of being a dentist resonated with Derek.
Derek kept the idea of dentistry in mind as he served a two-year religious mission in Ecuador for the LDS Church. The people he met in Ecuador continued to inspire him to enter a profession that would allow him to help and serve people.
Derek has studied dental implants with some of the best oral surgeons, as well as orthodontics with Invisalign. It is important to him that his patients receive the best care possible. Dr. Derek Conklin is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry.
While Derek is passionate about being a dentist, he also has a wide variety of interests and hobbies. Derek loves the outdoors running, biking, hiking, and especially snow shoeing, backpacking, and camping. He volunteers his time with the Boy Scouts so he can share his love of the outdoors and inspire young men to develop skills that they need to thrive in the world.
Derek has participated in triathlons, including an Ironman competition. Derek also has interests in watercolor painting and identifying birds and travel. He loves to read and often reads more than one book at a time. After the adoption of their daughter, Hannah, Derek became passionate about the cause of adoption. He and his wife currently serve as the Chairs for the Oregon Chapter of Families Supporting Adoption, an adoption education and advocacy group.
Derek, his wife Carrie, and their daughter Hannah live in the Gresham area where together as a family, they love to go to the zoo, OMSI, the park, take trips to the beach, and eat at Red Robin. Hannah is a fan of Red Robins macaroni and cheese! They love to travel as a family, and hope to plan some trips in the future. Derek and Carrie hope to adopt again.
We go the extra mile for our patients. Why? Because you matter to us! Were a practice thats focused on the people. We genuinely care about you and your family and about helping you achieve lasting oral health. Were known in the community for our family-friendly care, our exceptional service and the wonderful environment we provide. Its a reputation we proudly live up to!
Dr. Conklin never settles for less than his best when it comes to your oral health care. He consistently delivers high-quality treatments, lasting health solutions and beautiful results. He and his highly skilled team are dedicated to pursuing excellence and continually improving their services for you. Our ultimate goal is to give you the best quality care in town!
Inside our practice doors, weve created a fun and happy environment that will put you at ease! Its a priority to us that you feel comfortable throughout your visit. From the front desk to the treatment chair, youll be treated like family. Our kind and caring team is always available to assist with any needs and is helpful in every way. We go the extra mile to help you feel both relaxed and happy with your experience at our office.
Weve worked hard to excel in a wide ranges of services from general and preventive dental care to more specialized services in cosmetics, endodontics and restorative dentistry so you can enjoy the ease and comfort that comes from having all your dental needs met in one familiar and comfortable place. Were proud to be your trusted dental home for comprehensive dental care.
We take the time to get to know our patients on a personal level, and youll see the difference that makes in the quality of your care! We see you as more than just a number. Your needs, wants, concerns and desires matter to us. Our one-on-one approach to dental care truly sets us apart and makes your experience one of the best around.
One of the best ways we can show how much we care is through clear communication. We will explain all the details of your oral health condition, as well as all your treatment options, in an easy-to-understand manner. In every recommendation we make, we will keep your best interests in mind. Beyond that, we are good at checking up on our patients with a post-treatment phone call. Dr. Conklin is even happy to give you his personal cell phone number should you need it!
Are Dental Implants right for you? Missing teeth can make talking, chewing and even smiling difficult. Dental implants are a lasting and stable solution to missing teeth and a preferred choice over dentures and bridges.
The implant process begins when a metal post is surgically positioned into the jaw. This post will act as a permanent root for the implanted tooth. Once it is in place, the surrounding bone and tissue needs time to heal.
After the metal post is placed for a dental implant, an implant restoration is performed. An implant restoration is typically completed with a replacement crown. An abutment will first be added to your implant, on top of which your new crown will be attached. We will work carefully to ensure that your new crown looks, acts and feels like a natural tooth in your mouth.
A dental implant is an ideal tooth restoration for people who are missing one or more teeth. While implants are typically more expensive than other methods of tooth replacement, they provide superior benefits. Implants are stronger than natural teeth and last many years. They are also a more favorable approach than bridgework, because they do not depend on neighboring teeth for support.
For patients missing a majority of their teeth, implant-supported dentures are commonly used. Implant-supported dentures are dentures that are secured in place using implants in the jaw. They are often used when a patient no longer has teeth remaining in their mouth but enough bone in their jaw to support implants. Implant-supported dentures snap into place on top of implants but can be removed for cleaning.
Implant-supported dentures provide a number of benefits and are a great improvement from traditional removable dentures. They do not require any adhesives or powders to help the dentures stick and are very secure and comfortable, significantly improving the ability to chew. Because they preserve bone in the jaw and restore lip-support, implant-supported dentures also help maintain facial structures and minimize wrinkles.