Dentist Near Old Farm District
Convenient Access from Old Farm District
When a bike crash at the pump track or a hard fall on the playground leaves a tooth sore, parents want a dentist near Old Farm District who can see their child quickly. Bend Family Dentistry is roughly 6 minutes north of Silver Rail Elementary, at our Third Street office in Bend. The six dentists there treat kids, teens and adults, from routine cleanings to urgent repairs.
Follow the school drive out to Brentwood Ave and head west to Brosterhous Rd. Turn north on Brosterhous, then continue north onto SE 3rd St (US 97 Business) for about 1.4 miles as it becomes NE 3rd St. You arrive at 660 NE 3rd St Ste 3, Bend, OR 97701, after a drive of 2.1 miles.
The route stays on surface streets the whole way and never touches the Bend Parkway. For turn-by-turn directions from your own driveway, open our Google Maps page. Our pages for Larkspur, directly north, and Southeast Bend, to the south and east, describe the neighborhoods on either side.
Subdivisions, Schoolyards and a Straight Road North
The Old Farm District is one of the City of Bend's neighborhood districts, placed by the City in Southeast Bend and part of Deschutes County. Much of it grew subdivision by subdivision, and its parks often carry the names of the developments around them. Foxborough Park arrived with the Foxborough neighborhood in the early 2000s, and Sun Meadow Park followed a few years later.
Two Bend-La Pine elementary schools anchor the district. Silver Rail Elementary opened in September 2015, and R.E. Jewell Elementary on Murphy Rd sits beside Sun Meadow Park and its half-court and picnic shelter. Morning drop-off and afternoon pickup shape the day for a lot of Old Farm District parents.
Next to Silver Rail, Stone Creek Park wraps around basalt lava features that form a small butte, with views southeast to China Hat Butte. Its bike pump track, skate spot and natural play areas draw kids from across the neighborhood after school.
Water history runs through the Old Farm District too. The Central Oregon Canal crosses it, part of an irrigation system that was complete by 1907, and local farmers organized the Central Oregon Irrigation District in 1917. Larkspur lies to the north, Southern Crossing to the northwest, and Southwest Bend sits across US 97 to the west.
When Active Old Farm District Kids Bump a Tooth
Pump tracks, skate spots and playground climbing are part of growing up in the Old Farm District, and so are the occasional spills. A chipped, loosened or broken tooth needs prompt attention, and our Third Street office keeps same-day emergency appointments available for exactly these moments. Calling right away gives our dentists the best chance to protect the tooth and the ones around it.
New patients can book a $69 Emergency Exam & X-Ray, though exclusions may apply. The visit includes an exam and digital x-rays, which deliver detailed images instantly with significantly less radiation than traditional x-rays. From there, our dentists explain what the tooth needs and what it will likely cost.
Many repairs are simpler than parents expect. Bonding can rebuild a chipped edge with tooth-colored material, tooth-colored fillings handle smaller breaks, and a crown can cover a tooth that lost more structure. When the nerve is involved, root canal therapy may be the step that saves the tooth.
Prevention still does most of the work between accidents. Regular cleanings and exams catch decay early, and sealants on the chewing surfaces of back teeth are especially helpful for children. Parents in the Old Farm District can browse our dental FAQs for quick answers on flossing, sensitive teeth and x-rays.
Fixing, Protecting and Straightening Teeth: Your Dentist Near Old Farm District
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges and root canal therapy repair teeth damaged by a fall or by decay. Old Farm District families get a clear explanation of each choice before work begins.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding reshapes a chipped or uneven tooth and can cover discoloration. Teens and adults who want a brighter smile can also choose professional whitening or porcelain veneers.
Preventative Dentistry
Check-ups, cleanings, exams and sealants keep cavities from getting a foothold. Each visit also screens for gum disease and oral cancer.
Invisalign®
Clear, removable aligners straighten teeth for teens and adults without brackets. Because the trays come out, they are easy to take off for meals and brushing.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Parents deserve care too. Scaling and root planing treats gum pockets below the gumline, and surgical options are available for advanced periodontitis.
Meet Your Third Street Dentists
A sudden repair calls for steady hands, and Dr. Mark Builder brings post-doctoral training in root canal therapy, oral surgery and bone grafting, plus Kois Center coursework in aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry. Dr. John Luke Covalt, DDS, raised in Pampa, Texas, earned a B.S. in Biochemistry with High Honors and practiced in Austin before joining the team in Bend.
Insurance & Financing
Unplanned repairs are less stressful when payment is simple. We take all major credit cards, cash and checks, and CareCredit can help with procedures your insurance does not cover. Our insurance team also files claims with a multitude of providers and tells you your likely coverage before treatment begins.
“Everyone is absolutely wonderful here! I trust all of the high quality dentists and team! You cannot go wrong by going to Bend Family Dentistry for all of your dental needs! From young to old, they will take great care of you!”
Theresa S.
“The doctor was very impressive. She knows how to do good crown work! She takes quality seriously and excels at making the patient feel satisfied.”
Lauren V.
“I really enjoy coming to this place to get my teeth cleaned. My second time back. Hygienist was great, thorough, and friendly”
Mike L.
“The team is very professional and skilled. They are timely and the remodel is efficient and beautiful. I feel confident with the care I receive.”
Andrea C.
“These guys know their business! From a simple filling to serious bridge work, they can handle it all. Very professional. Highest recommendation!”
Mark C.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Bend Family Dentistry from Old Farm District, and how do I get there?
From Silver Rail Elementary, the office is 2.1 miles away, about 6 minutes by car. Head west on Brentwood Ave, north on Brosterhous Rd, then north on SE 3rd St as it turns into NE 3rd St. For parents choosing a dentist near Old Farm District, that is one turn onto 3rd St and a straight drive north.
What should I do if my child's tooth gets loosened in a fall?
Call our office right away and describe what happened, even if the tooth looks mostly in place. An exam and digital x-rays show whether the root or neighboring teeth were affected. Until then, keep your child from chewing on that side, and our dentists will explain the next steps before any treatment.
Do you have appointment times that work around the school day?
Yes, our Third Street office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so an after-school visit is possible on those days. On Fridays we open at 7:00 AM and close at 2:00 PM. That early Friday start can let a quick checkup happen before the school day gets going.
What is a dental bridge?
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a replacement tooth to the teeth on either side of the gap. It restores chewing and fills the visible gap in the smile. Our dentists also offer dental implants, which replace a tooth without altering the teeth next to it, and can compare both options with you.
Do I need gum surgery if I have periodontitis?
Not necessarily, because many cases respond to scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning below the gumline. Surgery such as flap surgery, bone grafts or tissue regeneration is reserved for advanced cases where pockets stay deep. Our dentists check the depth of the pockets, explain how far the disease has progressed and recommend the least involved treatment that can work.
Schedule Your Visit from Old Farm District
Whether it is a routine cleaning or an urgent repair, reaching a dentist near Old Farm District starts with a call to (541) 876-1573, or you can request an appointment online. Browse the full list of communities we welcome on our areas we serve page, and read more about the practice on the Dentist Bend, OR homepage.