Valley River Endodontics
Michael Dryden, DDS:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Tuesday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Wednesday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Thursday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Friday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

I have challenging calcified roots, but Dr. Dryden did an amazing job. He talked me through the procedure, made sure I was always comfortable and did a work of perfection. He was thorough and did not leave a speck of anything that would potentially cause an infection. I have no pain and best yet, no worries about the quality of the root canal. It will last a lifetime. The staff were very helpful and called the following day to see how I was doing. This was my 2nd root canal. My first one, performed by a general dentist, lasted only a short time and exploded into a huge infection. That experience left me nervous about a 2nd one…but Dr. Dryden was very sensitive to my apprehension and reassured me throughout the entire procedure. You will not be disappointed.

Had a great experience with Dr. Dryden and his hygienist (can’t remember her name at the moment, so sorry!!). They made an incredible team. My root canal procedure was smooth and painless (best root canal experience I have had). These two knew exactly what they were doing. They were in sync like I could not believe. They were both professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly. The atmosphere of the office was welcoming and clean. I felt very safe coming here during a pandemic. Thank you!

I can’t express how thankful I am to the team at Valley River. They completely restored my confidence in my smile! I had a damaged front tooth that turned grey. I had expected that I would need an expensive implant in order to fix it. However, they suggested internal bleaching which completely returned my tooth to its natural color, and at a significantly lower price! I can’t stop smiling at myself in the mirror, haha. Thank you so much!!

I can’t express how thankful I am to the team at Valley River. They completely restored my confidence in my smile! I had a damaged front tooth that turned grey. I had expected that I would need an expensive implant in order to fix it. However, they suggested internal bleaching which completely returned my tooth to its natural color, and at a significantly lower price! I can’t stop smiling at myself in the mirror, haha. Thank you so much!!

I had a very different experience from the previous poster. I found Dr. Dryden and his staff to be very helpful, knowledgeable, kind and efficient. The pre-surgery/diagnostic visit was informative, and they made it very clear what to expect for the procedure. The root canal was pain-free, and I had minimal pain afterwards. Dr. Dryden was able to drill through my newish crown to perform the procedure, thus saving the crown (and me a lot of $$$). He even found and treated a weird little root that had been hidden in the X-ray. I would absolutely return to Dr. Dryden if necessary, and would recommend him to friends in need of endodontic surgery.

I have pretty high anxiety when it comes to the dentist, so when one of my teeth broke I knew I needed to see one. My dentist referred me to Valley River Endodontics for a root canal. At first, I was only going in for an exam and to see what my options were for anti-anxiety medication but a spot opened up right around my appointment so they proceeded with the root canal right there. I opted for laughing gas to help calm my frayed nerves. They did a terrific job of administering the Novocaine and the laughing gas. Overall, the procedure was a lot less agonizing than I had anticipated. The staff was extremely attentive to my needs and fears, and I felt at peace during the procedure. The most painful part of the entire ordeal was the initial Novocaine shot and a sore jaw from keeping it open for so long. Great experience for my first root canal!

I have had 3 root canals by Dr. Dryden. Every one was a complete success. The office staff is always polite and very responsive, working me in urgently when I was in pain. Dr. Dryden is very efficient, but very personable and explained everything thoroughly. He is a busy man, but I never felt he was rushed in any way. He is very skilled at local anesthesia and, after appropriate injections, the drilling was entirely painless. I have seen reviews unhappy with Christian music playing in the overhead-that is no longer the case. Contemporary music for those who care. I recommend Valley River Orthodontics without reservation.

Such a great endodontist, staff, and experience! I was referred to Dr. Ruckman for a painful tooth after a new crown was placed by my dentist. After careful examination, Dr. Ruckman determined my problem was most likely caused by irritation due to a poor bite interface at the new crown. In a followup visit, he made that adjustment using great care. My bite felt better immediately and the pain subsided within three days and is completely resolved two weeks later. My father and sister were also patients of the endodontists at this firm over a period of more than five years with similarly outstanding results. The office and assistant staff are friendly and professional, as are the endodontists. Great scheduling, terrific care and followup, I could not be more pleased and heartily recommend Valley River Endodontics.

Dr. Dryden and the entire staff are amazing! I had a root canal procedure at Valley River Endodontics and everything was flawless! I have been to dentists and dental specialists in several states and many cities. This is practice is top notch. It is by far the most friendly and professional office I’ve visited. I would highly recommend this practice and Dr. Dryden to anyone, including people that are nervous and would appreciate kindness and exceptional professionalism.

I have nothing but GREAT things to say about Dr. Dryden and his staff.  I am no stranger to icky dental work and this was my second root canal with the doc.  He’s AWESOME, the staff is SUPER FRIENDLY, and they’re able to make the experience as pleasant as it could possibly be.  If ya gotta get it done this is a GREAT place to do it!

I live in Bend and needed a root canal (worst pain I’ve ever experienced) the offices in Bend are so slammed I was scheduled a month out! I called Valley River Endodontics and they were able to get me in the next week. Heather at the front desk was so kind, empathetic and understanding. The dentist was kind and explained everything they did before they did it. The entire staff was on top of it and really cared about my situation and getting me feeling better. Well worth the gas to drive over the mountain. I would recommend them 100%.

I was seen by Dr. Dryden for a tooth that had been bothering me for sometime. I was a little nervous since I never had a root canal.  The staff was awesome and make your I was always comfortable. The office was warm, clean & modern. Dr. Dryden did such a great job! That day I came hope and was able to eat and drink things I had not for months!  So happy with the experience at this office.

I had a terrific experience with this office. The staff was very friendly and helpful with my insurance. They made me feel very comfortable. During the procedure the doctors assistant was awesome. Very comforting and attentive to me. I felt the doctor was very knowledgeable and used a microscope for the treatment. Awesome experience.

Today was our first experience here. The appointment was for my 12 year old to have a pretty significant procedure done. He was nervous, as to be expected, and he’s had some bad experiences but today was a different story. They were all so kind and patient. They made him very comfortable and he had no pain. I think you have changed his mind about staying up all night anxiously awaiting a dentist appointment and we are both so grateful. Thank you all so very much. I would take my children back in a heartbeat and I truly recommend these guys especially to anyone who has anxiety and nervousness about dental work.

WOW! Finally a doctor who cares! I can not use epinephrine in my anesthetic due to anxiety concerns. I have to use an anesthetic without epinephrine that does not last very long. Of course you want to be numb for the entire root canal! Dr. Dryden assured me that he had a technique he would use to minimize the surge of adrenaline so I would not suffer the adrenaline rush that causes me extreme anxiety. He has such a calming and caring character that you want to trust him.. and I did! It was the best experience I ever had. Not only at the endodontist but also any dentists. He has a wonderful staff as well that make you feel welcome and well cared for. I would highly recommend Dr. Dryden and his office to everyone!

I’m sorry I waited this long to post a comment. I’m sorry because I can’t remember all the people and Doctors that helped me. First, the young ladies at the front desk and on the phone couldn’t have been nicer, VERY friendly. The doctors, one who has since left, was very nice. He said he thought it could be a sinus problem that was causing the tooth pain on the upper and lower left side. The pain was terrible. I went back again at no cost to me. The doctor, a very nice man also felt it could be a sinus problem, showed me the X-ray and gave me a prescription. He could have just as easily sold me a root canal, and didn’t. The pain, after several days started going away. After this time, I am fine. I’m also very grateful for those honest kind doctors and the fine staff. If and when I need a root canal, that is where I will go. I’m very grateful.

I was so nervous when my dentist told me I needed a root canal and wanted to avoid it at all costs. I was sent here and they scheduled me a week later which is a very nice change considering my usual dentist is booked out by several months! I was very nervous the day before and called to ask questions. Heather the receptionist was very nice and reassured me that everything would be okay and answered all the questions I had and even had them reserve some nitrous oxide for me. I went in and was still pretty nervous but the staff was so nice it really eased my anxiety. In no time at all I was out and feeling great. 3 days later and I have zero pain or discomfort. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who needs a root canal. Especially those who are nervous about it.

I just had my 2nd root canal at Valley River Endodontics within the last 12 months.  Dr. Dryden and his staff go above and beyond the call of duty to make the experience the BEST that it can possibly be.  Let’s face it…going to the Endodontist is not on anyone’s bucket list…but if it were…this would be the place to have the procedure done.  I highly recommend Valley River Endodontics and Dr. Dryden.  I was super nervous going in for the first root canal and I can’t imagine the experience being any better than it was.  The 2nd procedure also went FANTASTIC and I am…. ON TOP OF THE WORLD TODAY!   I feel like I have been given a new lease on life and being able to eat/drink/sleep, etc. without tooth pain is remarkable.  The staff is very competent and they have a manner that simply puts you at ease and gives you great confidence that everything is going to be alright.  They not only communicate clearly along the way, but in such a way that is reassuring and calming.  If you require a root canal, I would not consider anyone else to have this procedure done.  I would give them 10 STARS if that were an option.  Unbelievably competent practice!  Top-notch human beings!  Super friendly!  I really can’t say enough about this remarkable practice!

I was seen by Dr. Dryden for a tooth that had been bothering me for sometime. I was a little nervous since I never had a root canal.  The staff was awesome and make your I was always comfortable. The office was warm, clean & modern. Dr. Dryden did such a great job! That day I came hope and was able to eat and drink things I had not for months!  So happy with the experience at this office.

Had a wonderful experience at Valley River Endodonitcs,  all of the people were so nice. I needed a root canal and was really scared. The office staff was so sweet and my Dentist really took the time to make sure I was okay. Dr. Michael Dryden was so professional and compassionate. I would recommend this office to everyone. Family and friends.

Dr. Dryden and the staff is wonderful!  After relocating here from Southern California – and my dentist was becoming a good friend down there – being referred to Dr. Dryden for a re-treat root canal.  The numbing is never fun – but this was one of the least painful numbing sessions I’ve had. Having to undo someone else’s work can’t be easy, but the final xray of the completed re-work, looked beautiful.  I wish I could have him as my regular dentist all the time for all of teeth needs!

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