Diagnostic

• Dental Examination

Restorative

• Veneers
  “Everyone at this practice was so friendly and helpful. I had a semi emergency situation with a chipped veneer while visiting friends in Bend. They were able to get me in and out without an issue.”
• Crowns
  Dr. Theda received a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and a minor in Bioethics from the University of Washington. She completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree through the University of Washington Dental School. During her dental education, she got involved with the American Student Dental Association and volunteered to provide dental care to homeless and low-income adults in the Seattle Area. She then completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency training through the Olin E Teague Veterans’ Medical Center in Temple, TX which focused heavily on the comprehensive dental care of medically complex patients, dental implants, and crowns.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Dr. Holtman completed his dental education at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, graduating with Magna Cum Laude accolades and membership in academic honor societies. He pursued advanced training through a General Practice Residency at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA, treating patients with complex medical issues and obtaining advanced training in sedation, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, implants, and root canals.

Periodontics

• Periodontal Surgery
  His post-doctoral studies span a wide range of dental disciplines, including root canal therapy, surgical implant placement, periodontal surgery, oral surgery, and bone grafting surgery. What Dr. Builder loves most about his profession, however, is the meaningful connections he forms with his patients.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  In 1988 Dr. Hester opened his private practice in Portland, practicing there until 1994 when he moved back to his roots in Central Oregon. Committed to providing the best, most advanced dental care, Dr. Hester invests hundreds of hours each year enhancing his skills and keeping up to date on advances in the dental field. He has studied with some of the world’s leading authorities in dentistry including Dr. Peter Dawson and The Pankey Institute (reconstructive dentistry), Dr. David Hornbrook (esthetics), Dr. Carl Misch (implants), and Dr. Ken Reed, William Gottschalk (IV sedation) & Dr. Clayton Chan (TMJ).

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Bone Grafting

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Orthodontics
  Before joining the Bend Family Dentistry team in Bend, Oregon, Dr. Covalt practiced dentistry in Austin, Texas, refining his skills and expertise. He holds certifications in Basic Cardiac Life Support, Western Regional Examination Board Certification, and Invisalign. Dr. Covalt is an active member of professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, Oregon Dental Association, and The Academy of General Dentistry. With his wife, Megan, and their three dogs, Murphy, Zeus, and Cobalt, Dr. Covalt embraces Bend’s natural beauty. They enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, camping, skiing, kayaking, and fishing while also supporting local restaurants and breweries. Their eagerness to contribute to the vibrant Bend community is palpable.

General

• Teeth Whitening
• Cosmetic Dentistry
• General Dentistry
  Practicing general dentistry in Bend for more than 30+ years, Dr. Brad Hester’s passion is helping people achieve a beautiful, healthy smile. His interest in dentistry began at an early age deciding on dentistry as a career in 7th grade. His college years were spent at the University of Portland, graduating with a B.S. in Biology. Dr. Hester won a scholarship to play baseball at the University and was voted Most Valuable Player as well as achieving the Highest Batting Average award during his senior season. He went on to earn his D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine) at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon.