Your Trusted Dentist in Hillsboro, Oregon — Serving Families Since 2006

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Your Trusted Dentist in Hillsboro, Oregon — Serving Families Since 2006

East Wind Dental Care has been a trusted dental home for Hillsboro families since 2006. Located at 7546 NE Shaleen St in the heart of the NE Cornell Road corridor, our practice provides comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages — from a child’s first dental visit to complex dental implant restorations and full-mouth rehabilitation. Our three-doctor team combines nearly 60 years of clinical experience with advanced technology like 3D CBCT imaging, CEREC same-day crowns, and iTero digital scanning to deliver results that are precise, comfortable, and built to last.

Why Hillsboro Families Choose East Wind Dental Care

Hillsboro is the fifth-largest city in Oregon and one of the fastest-growing communities in the Portland metro area. With major employers like Intel, Salesforce, Lattice Semiconductor, and Synopsys — plus thriving neighborhoods from Orenco Station to South Hillsboro — the city’s residents need a dental practice that matches their standards: technically excellent, genuinely caring, and equipped to handle everything from routine cleanings to surgical implant procedures.

East Wind Dental Care was built for exactly this. Here is what sets our Hillsboro office apart.

A Three-Doctor Team with Complementary Expertise

When you choose East Wind, you are not limited to a single dentist’s schedule or skillset. Our three providers bring complementary strengths that cover the full scope of modern dentistry:

• Dr. Merat Ostovar, DMD, FAGD — Practice founder with over 15 years of experience. Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry — a distinction earned by only 7% of dentists nationwide. Advanced training in dental implants, CEREC same-day crowns, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, sedation dentistry, and sleep apnea oral appliance therapy.
• Dr. Jovan Gvozden, DMD — Over 30 years of clinical experience with advanced training in oral and maxillofacial surgery from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and the University of Sarajevo. Specializes in complex extractions, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, sinus lifts, and surgical implant placement. His surgical expertise allows East Wind to handle procedures that most general practices would refer out.
• Dr. Derek Youngblood, DMD — Oregon Health & Science University graduate specializing in preventive care, family dentistry, and restorative treatments. His patient, methodical approach makes him a favorite among families and patients who value thorough, unhurried appointments.

This team structure gives you more appointment availability, shorter wait times, and a broader range of in-house capabilities than single-provider or two-provider practices in Hillsboro.

Technology That Makes a Measurable Difference

We invest in clinical technology because it directly improves your outcomes, comfort, and time in the chair:

• 3D Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scanning — Provides detailed 3D images of your jawbone, nerves, sinuses, and teeth. Essential for safe implant planning, complex extractions, and root canal diagnosis. Far more diagnostic information than traditional X-rays.
• CEREC same-day crown system — Digital scanning, CAD design, and in-office milling allow Dr. Ostovar to create and place a permanent porcelain crown in about two hours. No messy impressions, no temporary crown, no second appointment. Learn more on our same-day CEREC crowns page.
• iTero 3D digital scanner — Replaces traditional impression trays for Invisalign, crowns, and other restorations. More comfortable, faster, and more accurate.
• Digital X-rays — Lower radiation exposure than film X-rays with instant results and enhanced image quality.
• Intraoral cameras — High-resolution images let you see exactly what Dr. Ostovar sees — no guessing about what is happening in your mouth.
• Diode laser — Used for soft tissue procedures including gum reshaping, frenectomy, and periodontal therapy. Less bleeding, faster healing, and greater precision than traditional scalpel techniques.

Comprehensive Dental Services in Hillsboro

Preventive & Family Dentistry

Prevention is the most cost-effective path to lifelong oral health. Our preventive program includes:

• Comprehensive dental exams with digital X-rays and oral cancer screening at every visit
• Professional teeth cleanings (prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance)
• Fluoride treatments for children and adults at high cavity risk
• Dental sealants — protective coatings applied to permanent molars to prevent decay
• Pediatric dentistry starting at age one — gentle, patient, kid-friendly care
• Family block scheduling — parents, teens, and children can all be seen during a single visit
• Personalized home care guidance based on your specific risk factors

Dental Implants

Missing teeth affect your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. Our implant team provides the full range of solutions:

• Single-tooth implants — replace one missing tooth with a titanium post and custom porcelain crown
• Multiple-tooth implants — implant-supported bridges for two or more adjacent missing teeth
• All-on-4 full-arch dental implants — replace an entire arch of teeth with four to six implants and a fixed prosthesis, often with same-day temporary teeth
• Implant-supported dentures — removable dentures anchored by implants for improved stability
• In-house bone grafting and sinus lift procedures — most patients complete their entire implant journey at our office without outside referrals

Wondering about cost? Visit our dental implant cost guide for transparent pricing, insurance information, and financing options.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Our cosmetic services help Hillsboro patients achieve the smile they have always wanted:

• Professional teeth whitening — in-office treatment that lightens teeth 4–8 shades in one visit, plus take-home maintenance trays
• Porcelain veneers — custom-crafted thin shells that transform the appearance of chipped, stained, gapped, or misaligned teeth
• Dental bonding — quick, affordable repair for chips, cracks, and minor cosmetic imperfections
• Smile design consultations — Dr. Ostovar creates a sequenced treatment plan to achieve your ideal smile
• Gum contouring — laser-assisted reshaping for a balanced gum line

Every cosmetic treatment plan starts with a thorough consultation where Dr. Ostovar discusses your goals, shows you projected results, and explains all options before any work begins.

Invisalign Clear Aligners

Crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth? Invisalign clear aligners offer a discreet, comfortable alternative to traditional braces for teens and adults. Dr. Ostovar uses 3D iTero scanning to plan each case digitally, showing you projected results before treatment begins. Most treatments take 12–18 months. Visit our Invisalign cost page for pricing, insurance coverage, and financing details.

Restorative Dentistry

When teeth are damaged by decay, injury, or wear, our restorative services return them to full function:

• Dental fillings — tooth-colored composite resin that blends seamlessly with natural teeth
• Dental crowns and bridges — including same-day CEREC crowns
• Root canal therapy — save an infected tooth and relieve pain, often completed in a single visit
• Inlays and onlays — conservative ceramic restorations for moderate tooth damage
• Dentures — custom full and partial dentures with implant-upgrade pathway
• Full-mouth reconstruction — phased treatment plan to rebuild most or all teeth

Emergency Dental Care

Severe toothache? Broken tooth? Knocked-out tooth? Facial swelling? Call (503) 614-0198 for a same-day emergency appointment. We reserve time each day specifically for urgent cases and will work to see you within hours — not days. Our three-doctor team handles everything from abscess drainage and emergency extractions to same-day CEREC crown placement for broken teeth.

Sedation Dentistry

If dental anxiety has prevented you from getting the care you need, our sedation dentistry program ensures you can receive treatment in comfort:

• Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) — mild relaxation with effects that wear off in minutes; you drive yourself home
• Oral conscious sedation — prescription medication taken one hour before your appointment; you remain awake but deeply relaxed; requires a driver
• IV sedation — deeper sedation administered by a certified dental anesthesia provider; produces near-complete amnesia of the procedure; requires a driver and medical clearance

Sedation is available for routine procedures, not just surgery — so every patient can receive comfortable care regardless of anxiety level.

Sleep Apnea & TMJ Treatment

Snoring, chronic daytime fatigue, or a diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea? See our sleep apnea page — we coordinate the workup and refer oral appliance fitting to Aloha Dental Specialty Center, who specializes in mandibular advancement devices. Jaw pain, clicking, locking, or chronic headaches? Our TMJ/TMD treatment program addresses the root cause with custom night guards, physical therapy referrals, and in-house BOTOX masseter injections for muscle hyperactivity.

Additional Services

• Oral surgery — complex extractions, soft tissue procedures, frenectomy
• Wisdom teeth removal — evaluation and extraction with sedation options
• Tooth extraction — simple and surgical extractions with bone graft options
• Laser dentistry — precision soft tissue procedures with faster healing
• Oral cancer screening — included with every routine exam
• Night guards — custom-fitted appliances for teeth grinding (bruxism)

Location & Getting Here

East Wind Dental Care
7546 NE Shaleen St
Hillsboro, OR 97124

Phone: (503) 614-0198

Directions from Key Hillsboro Landmarks

From Intel Ronler Acres / Jones Farm:
Head north on NE Century Blvd, turn right onto NE Cornell Road, continue east to NE Shaleen St. Drive time: approximately 5 minutes.

From the Streets of Tanasbourne:
Head south on NE 185th Ave, turn left onto NE Cornell Road, continue east to NE Shaleen St. Drive time: approximately 8 minutes.

From Orenco Station MAX Platform:
Head north on NE Orenco Station Loop, turn right onto NE Cornell Road, continue east for approximately 1.5 miles to NE Shaleen St. Drive time: approximately 6 minutes. See our Orenco Station dentist page for more details.

From South Hillsboro / Reed’s Crossing:
Take Cornelius Pass Road north to NE Cornell Road, turn right, continue to NE Shaleen St. Drive time: approximately 12 minutes. See our South Hillsboro dentist page for directions and service details.

From Cedar Hills Crossing or Beaverton along TV Highway (Oregon Highway 8):
If you are coming from Cedar Hills Crossing, Beaverton Town Center, or anywhere along the TV Highway corridor, head west on Highway 8 (which transitions into Cornell Road as it enters Hillsboro), continue straight through the intersections at 185th Avenue and beyond, and you will reach our office at NE Shaleen St in approximately 12–15 minutes. This route is particularly convenient for Nike and Intel employees who live east of Hillsboro — TV Highway is one of the region’s main east-west arterials and provides direct, traffic-signal-managed access to our Cornell Road location without freeway driving. Many patients from Beaverton and the Cedar Hills area find this route faster than Highway 26 during peak commute hours.

Parking: Free parking directly in front of our building — no garages, no meters, no long walks.

Neighborhoods and Areas We Serve

East Wind Dental Care is proud to serve patients from across the greater Hillsboro area:

• Orenco Station and the NE Cornell corridor
• Tanasbourne and the Streets of Tanasbourne
• AmberGlen business district
• South Hillsboro and Reed’s Crossing
• Rock Creek
• Reedville
• Hillsboro Stadium district
• Hillsboro Airport area
• Aloha
• Beaverton
• Cornelius and Forest Grove

Insurance, Financing & the VIP Membership Plan

Insurance Plans Accepted

We accept most major dental insurance plans, including:

• Delta Dental / Moda Health
• Cigna
• Aetna
• MetLife
• Guardian
• Regence / BCBS of Oregon
• Principal
• And many others

Our front office team verifies your benefits before your appointment so you understand your estimated out-of-pocket cost — no surprises.

No Dental Insurance?

Our VIP Membership Plan makes quality dental care accessible without insurance:

• 15% off all treatment fees — cleanings, exams, crowns, implants, Invisalign, and everything else
• 100% payment credit — every dollar you pay ($50 minimum per visit) is credited toward future treatment
• No annual maximums, deductibles, waiting periods, or pre-authorizations
• It is not insurance — it is a straightforward way to make dental care affordable

Financing Options

For larger treatments, we offer:

• CareCredit — 0% interest for up to 24 months (for qualified applicants)
• Sunbit — instant approval, no hard credit check
• Cherry Health — patient-friendly financing with quick approval
• HSA / FSA — we accept Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account payments

Multilingual Care

Hillsboro is a diverse, multicultural city — and our team reflects that. We provide dental care in:

• English
• Spanish — for our large Latinx community
• Persian (Farsi) — Dr. Ostovar is a native Persian speaker
• Bosnian — Dr. Gvozden is a native Bosnian speaker

Language should never be a barrier to understanding your diagnosis, treatment options, or care instructions. Learn more about our multilingual dental services.

What Our Hillsboro Patients Say

With a 4.9-star rating across hundreds of verified patient reviews, East Wind Dental Care consistently earns praise for:

• Thorough, unhurried appointments where every question is answered
• Clear explanations of treatment options, costs, and alternatives
• Gentle, compassionate chairside manner from all three doctors
• Convenient scheduling including Saturday appointments
• Modern, clean, welcoming office environment
• Staff who remember your name and genuinely care about your experience

Read verified patient reviews on our testimonials page.

Experience the East Wind Difference

Join the thousands of Hillsboro families who trust East Wind Dental Care. Call (503) 614-0198 to schedule your visit.

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Specialized Services for Hillsboro Patients

East Wind Dental Care has built dedicated information for Hillsboro-area patients seeking specific treatments. These pages cover drive routes, appointment timing, and local context:

• Dental Implants for Hillsboro Patients
• Emergency Dentistry for Hillsboro Patients
• Invisalign for Hillsboro Patients
• Sedation Dentistry for Hillsboro Patients
• Teeth Whitening for Hillsboro Patients

Nearby Neighborhoods

East Wind Dental Care also serves nearby Washington County communities — patients in any of these neighborhoods can reach our Hillsboro office in under 25 minutes:

• Orenco Station — northeast Hillsboro tech corridor
• Tanasbourne — east Hillsboro shopping district
• Rock Creek — north Hillsboro suburb
• Amberglen — west Beaverton corporate campus

Frequently Asked Questions — Dentist in Hillsboro, OR

Schedule Your Visit Today

East Wind Dental Care has been Hillsboro’s trusted dental practice since 2006. Whether you need a routine cleaning, an emergency repair, a smile makeover, or a life-changing implant procedure, our team has the experience, technology, and genuine care to deliver outstanding results.

Office Location: 7546 NE Shaleen St, Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: (503) 614-0198
Hours: Monday–Friday, with Saturday appointments available

Written by Dr. Merat Ostovar, DMD

Doctor of Dental Medicine | 15+ Years Experience

Last updated: May 14, 2026