Family-Centered Dental Care
Happy Visits, Healthy Little Smiles
3,000+
We're Honored to Care for So Many Smiling Patients — Be One of Them
2,500+
Happy patients
Children from across Portland trust us with their check-ups and fillings.
15+
Years of Experience
Fifteen years of making dental visits feel like play.
98%
Parent Satisfaction
Parents tell us their kids actually ask to come back.
3,000+
Healthy Smiles
Cavity-free check-ups are the goal at every visit.
About our clinic
Dentistry Designed Around Children
At Lantern Lane Pediatrics, we believe every child deserves a positive, stress-free dental experience. We pair modern pediatric dentistry with a patient, family-first style, so every child leaves feeling brave and cared.
Gentle Cleanings
Preventive Care View Details
Fluoride Treatments
Protection View Details
Early Orthodontics
Orthodontics View Details
Emergency Care
Urgent Care View Details
Habit Counseling
Behavioral Support View Details
Why families trust us
Gentle, Experienced, and Family-Centered
We aim to give gentle, expert dental care in a quiet, friendly space where parents and kids are both listened to.
- Gentle, compassionate care
- Clear communication with parents
- Modern equipment and techniques
- Highly qualified pediatric specialists
Our doctors
Meet Our Specialists
Board-certified pediatric dentists who genuinely love kids — and it shows.
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Nora Whitfield
Chief Medical Officer
Priya Raman
Orthodontist
Marcus Ellery
Oral Surgeon
Confidence, Care and Commitment
Healthy teeth support healthy growth, speech and confidence. That is why our rooms are bright, our tools are child-sized and our team takes the time to put you at ease.
See the difference
Transforming Smiles, Building Confidence
Each smile we treat has its own story of growth and new confidence. Drag the slider to compare a young patient's smile before and after treatment.
“A child who is proud of their smile walks into every room differently. We want every little patient to feel exactly that.”
Dr. Emily Carter
★★★★★
“Our twins were nervous, but the team turned their first cleaning into a game. The rooms are lovely and the braces plan was explained clearly.”
Sarah L. ★★★★★
“Dental visits used to end in tears for my daughter. Here everyone is gentle and patient, and now she counts down to her next check-up.”
Olivia R. ★★★★★
“Calm, professional and kind. They walked my son through each step and answered all my questions without rushing us.”
Daniel M. 
Book an Appointment
Booking is quick: pick a service, a doctor and a time that suits you, or call the front desk with any question.
Plans and payment options we welcome
◍ PPO plans ⬢ HMO plans Medicaid / CHIP FSA & HSA ✿ Self-pay options ◫ Payment plans
