Dr. Kevin is a lifelong resident of Lebanon, graduating from Lebanon Union High School in 1989. He then attended Oregon State University for college. He married his wife Jodi in August of 1993, before attending Oregon Health and Sciences University in Portland, Oregon. Following graduation from OHSU in 1997, Dr. Kevin joined his father in dental practice in Lebanon. Dr. Kevin and Jodi have four sons, all of which reside in the area. All four are graduates from East Linn Christian Academy high school, as well as from Oregon State University. The oldest three continued on to earn their DMD’s at Oregon Health Sciences University and are practicing dentists, and their youngest son has degrees in Accountancy and Business Management. Dr. Kevin has strived persistently to maintain the same traditional family dental philosophy that his father and mother brought to Lebanon in 1975. His father is retired, but he continues that same philosophy of care practicing with his son Kody. He enjoys building and developing long lasting relationships with his patients and he believes that doing so is fundamental to providing great dental care. The modern health care model is evolving and ever-changing, but Dr. Kevin strives to provide modern services with the latest technology while still maintaining an individualized patient-centric philosophy of care. Dr. Kevin believes that spending time getting to know the patient is the cornerstone to providing positive treatment outcomes. He is confident that this approach to dental care will allow him to continue to extend outstanding service and quality treatment to his patients for years to come. Professional and Education
Outside of the OfficeDr. Kevin devotes most of his time outside of work spending time with family, including his wife and his sons and other family as much as he can. While he enjoys and takes part in many different forms of outdoor recreation, he loves his home here in the valley where he can appreciate the still somewhat slow and calm feel it has to offer. He finds relaxation in training his labrador retrievers or an evening walk on one of the hundreds of logging roads in the area. In the spring and summer months frequent visits to Green Peter Reservoir aren’t uncommon, something he’s been accustomed to since his high school years. Most often though, he enjoys the simplicity of relaxing at his home and spending time with his wife.       |
Dental Crowns Lebanon ORDental Crown provided by Osborne Dentistry in Lebanon, OR  If you have a chipped or decayed tooth, it can become painful which then hinders your ability to enjoy the foods you love. The pain might also cause sleeping issues as well. Pain is not the only thing that comes with a chipped or decayed tooth, it can possibly cause a decrease in your confidence during social interactions because of how it may look.If you are looking to repair your chipped or decayed tooth, you should come see our professionals at Osborne Dentistry and find out if you are a candidate for a dental crown. A crown is a restorative dental treatment that can be used to strengthen and repair a damaged or decayed tooth. They can be made from a variety of materials and can blend naturally into your smile. When Is a Dental Crown Used?Crowns are used when a tooth has been damaged or developed in a cavity that is too large to be repaired with a filling. Crowns are often considered the next step in the progression of tooth restoration options. For a crown to be a viable option, the core or roots of your tooth must be healthy enough to support the placement of a crown. This is because traditional crowns are placed over your natural tooth. How Are Dental Crowns Placed?Installing a crown is a relatively straight-forward process. During your initial visit, our professional will conduct a thorough oral exam and gather digital images of your oral cavity. Once we determine that your tooth is healthy enough to receive a crown, our team will grind down the outer layer of your tooth and make a mold of it. A temporary crown is placed on your altered tooth to protect it. In the meantime, the mold is sent to a dental lab, which is where your permanent crown is manufactured. The crown will be made out of the material that you selected during your initial visit. For patients who are seeking maximum durability, a metal such as gold is a popular option. However, if you want your crown to match the color of existing teeth, then it will need to be made out of porcelain or ceramic. When you return, the temporary crown is removed. The permanent crown is attached to your tooth with dental cement and secured in place. Completely setting of the cement varies but will usually take anywhere from one to three hours. After this time frame has elapsed, you can resume normal activities. Do Crowns Last a Long Time?Dental crowns are popular because of their ability to protect your natural tooth and also because they last for a very long time. Most crowns last in excess of 10 years. Patients who receive metal crowns can expect an even longer lifespan, with some crowns lasting up to 20 years with proper care and good oral hygiene. As long as your underlying tooth is still healthy, a damaged or loose crown can easily be replaced with a new one. Our team would simply need to repeat the fitting process and create a new crown. Schedule an AppointmentIf you think that you might benefit from the placement of a dental crown and would like to learn more about this restorative treatment, it is time to come see us at Osborne Dentistry. Contact us at 541-451-4300 today. |