David N Carothers, DDS

I thought for sure I was going to need an extraction and probably a crown. I had explained my concerns over the phone and they blocked out enough time to fix the tooth during the first visit «if they could». I know my regular dentist would have made two or three appointments out of my problem. Carothers fixed my tooth then and there in the initial visit. Most dental offices would have made you go through a lot of rigamarole. Dr. Carothers was super efficient and kind. I am grateful and I’m switching over to him 100%.

Dr. David N. Carothers, DDS. The finest dentist I have ever had. I found him after MUCH research into finding the best holistic dentist in the Portland Area, and my experience over the last few years has been amazing. I now have dental insurance that is not accepted at his office so I reluctantly go for my annual cleanings and check up elsewhere, but if anything needs to be done, even though it ends up costing more, I go running back to Dr Dave. I do not trust anyone else with my teeth. I just had to have a crown put on yesterday and it cost more than if I went with the dentist who does my cleanings, but it was worth every extra dollar. really. you get what you pay for with Dr. Dave. the highest quality work with state of the art technology. I most highly recommend!

I used to go here, for a short time anyway. They wont stop sending me mailers. They didn’t give a damn about my families care when we lost income due to my son’s childhood cancer. They didn’t give two bits. The cost of this place is the highest you will find around town. You will hear a great story of how they go to another country to help folks but they do it on your back as they charge you the premium for your care (nothing wrong with this provided you know it in advance). I have asked several times to be taken from the mailing list but hey keep sending me crap so they must want my review. The work done by Dr Carothers was standard, nothing special, let me be clear it was not bad work it was simply the same work one might expect from a dentist that is proficient, nothing special. The office staff did not seem to care a bit for the personal struggles, let me be clear that I did not look or hope for free care however when my son needed work I did ask about any sort of low income discount and was told briskly NO. That is fare though contrary to the ideals they present when they tell you about their aid trip to help low income and poverty folk (I know we are Americans so we must have new cars and tons of money). It seems we are the wrong ethnicity in the wrong country to receive even a moderate discount on services that go beyond the insurance we had. They will gladly turn you on to a finance company.
Well that was all some time ago and now we are recovered and insured. I would NEVER take my children to this practice and I strongly urge you to stay away from these hypocrites. I would never return myself as I have found much better care at other practices. It is fare to say that you want to fit your practice but in this case it goes beyond. If I am able to turn even one person from this nasty practice then I am satisfied. STAY AWAY from these people.

I’ve gotten many cavities in my life and working with Dr Carothers it’s easy to see he’s the most professional dentist I’ve had. Great guy and great clinic

I love Dr. Dave! He gave me a fantastic smile (something I always wanted) and was a straight shooter from the get go. He also took on a half completed orthodontic case when I moved from another state– and it was VERY difficult to find a dentist willing to do this (he also did not charge me much to do so). I have had SO many dentists over the years because, genetically speaking, my teeth are trash. Every experience I have had here (same as my husband) has been positive. I will always go to Dr. Dave. Dentists are expensive. I did not notice that Dr. Dave was more than other dentists and I was satisfied with the work. In fact, they took 100 dollars off my first cleaning as a new patient and same for my husband and gave me a credit for referring him. My insurance pays for most of it but if you don’t have insurance any dentist is going to be expensive. They discuss the costs before doing the work so its not like the final bill was ever a shocker. They are ALWAYS on schedule and I have never had to wait. The hours are not the best as they are closed at 4:30 and Friday’s but they have early AM appointments which is good enough for me.
Rob cleans my teeth and really takes his job seriously. Sarah at the front desk is super nice and Rae in the financial department is too. It’s a very positive environment to be in. Not sure who the hyper assistant is they are talking about… maybe she doesn’t work there any more? I know everyone in the office… there was an orthodontic assistant who was really funny but I did not think she was hyper. I thought she was funny (perhaps she is not some people’s cup of tea?) AND she was SPOT ON. To this day she is the only person to get a top and bottom impression completely right on the FIRST try. And having the mold with the goo shoved in your mouth more than once sucks.

I have been a patient of David Carothers for 2 years. Not sure what happened to him but his professionalism, his care about the patients and his overall attitude completely went downhill. I was very sorry to experience that I also completely agree with previous review about the dental assistant, she is super hyper, talks WAY TOOO much and really does not know how to do teeth cleaning. Shame, because this dentist is very expensive!!! I have found a great place in downtown Portland at the Green Apple Dentistry and I honestly can tell you I got a Ritz Carlton treatment right away. Don’t waste your time at Carothers! Horrible place!!!

Weird place… and not in a good way. The dental assistant working on me was insanely hyper, thus no comfort factor at all. The fillings they did… the shape of the filling does not really match my bite. Also got a weird call from them the next day. I thought it was to check on my progress, but instead they asked if I had paid with cash or credit card. Plus bad dental work. Lady at front desk is super awesome, and the facilities are nice. But don’t let that fool you. Not a kosher place.

I have been to many dentists over the years and Dave and his team are by far the best I have ever been to.
They are so friendly and careing that they have my business for life!!!
Thanks so much guys.

I had a horrible experience here. I went initially for the quick crowns, but it turns out they break pretty easily and they won’t cover the cost of the replacement unless you come in every 6 months for a cleaning… wish they at least mentioned that beforehand. Other dentists stand by their work for 5 years, no strings attached. Another $ 1000 for a new one when the 1^st one was not even 2 years old. What an outrage!

Dr. Dave saved my teeth!
I’ve got my mother’s «smile» — that is to say, she had terrible teeth, and was in dentures before she was 30.
Even with rigorous daily dental hygiene, keeping my teeth has been a challenge. With so many fillings I’ve had over the years, I can hardly make it through a metal detector. Some of them, now decades old, were starting to «let go».
The comprehensive dental health plan set for me by Dr. David Carouthers has helped me keep my teeth!
Technically speaking, «Dr. Dave» is the best dentist I’ve had — and I speak from experience. Beyond that, he is compassionate and turns dental terror into delightful dentistry. I can honestly say even the most invasive work has been virtually painless.
Need a crown? Instead of waiting weeks for one to be made, and dealing with a poor-​fitting «temporary» tooth — Dr. Dave makes crowns while-​you-​wait. A badly damaged tooth is restored in about two hours. It’s a miracle.
And yes, they have all the latest cosmetic treatments … for those of you who must look perfect.