Dr. Robert DeRice is a Portland native. He is a graduate of Cheverus High School, Bowdoin College, and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He is a general dentist who began practicing in Portland in 1977. Dr. Christopher Pochebit, a Portland native, graduated from Cheverus High School where he became a decorated athlete in hockey, football and lacrosse.Dr. Pochebit went on to major in Biotechnology at Endicott College with a pre-medical focus while playing collegiate football. At Portland North Dental Associates we pride ourselves on presenting a caring, friendly environment in which we provide complete state of the art dentistry.
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At Portland North Dental Associates we pride ourselves on presenting a caring, friendly environment in which we provide complete state of the art dentistry. Our goal is to establish a positive dental relationship while creating and maintaining a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. As patients arrive into our office, we do everything we can to help relieve the stress and anxiety that may accompany visiting the dentist by creating a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.For example, patients often hesitate at the need for dental x-rays due to their fear of radiation.
We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive care to all of our patients. Here at Portland North Dental Associates we do more than just cleanings and fillings. Patients at our office don't get lost in the shuffle or become a victim of miscommunication between multiple doctors as we minimize the need for referral to multiple doctors by providing essentially all services to our patients. Besides routine procedures, we offer implants, prosthetic replacements, gum treatment, root canals, oral surgery, limited orthodontics and more.
We assure each patient the highest quality dental care by making use of the latest technologies and techniques available. Each member of our staff regularly attends continuing education courses and we are constantly adding new equipment and procedures to make our office "State of the Art." Our office has been computerized since 1980 and has been "chartless" since 2005. All information is stored in our secure system including: patient information, x-rays, accounting, scheduling, and other routine information.
Here's how it works: you pay a modest monthly membership fee and all of your regular preventive care is included at no additional cost. For patients who are fortunate enough to have dental insurance available to them, our office will gladly generate insurance claims on their behalf. Our staff has extensive experience in insurance matters and fully understands the benefits deserved and will make sure our patients receive what they are entitled to from third party payers.Deductibles and copayments will be expected at the time services are rendered.
Reviews (10)
Jennifer Rand
Mar 20, 2022
This is the most positive dental experience I've ever had since coming to Portland North Dental. The staff is always so pleasant, friendly, and helpful. They always answer my questions and are more than happy to address any concerns I have. The office is always clean and tidy. No better place to go for your teeth :
M. & J. Foley
Dec 07, 2020
While I am not a patient at Portland North Dental Associates - I do work at a local orthodontic office and frequently speak with and visit the PND office. Christine is the kindest and friendliest person! She is so knowledgeable and willing to help in any way. I am excited every time I have to call or visit their office - which says a lot considering how many offices I call everyday! Each patient that we see from their office raves about their dentists and hygienists! It is evident that they all go above and beyond for their patients and families.
Jeffery Kramer
Nov 26, 2020
THE HOME OF JUDGEMENT FREE DENTISTRY! I broke a tooth over the weekend and was having severe nerve pain. After a horrible experience at a different dentist earlier in the day, I miraculously found Portland North Dental Associates! I was in the dentist's chair with in 1.5 hours from when I initially called! I was welcomed by name by the friendly folks at the front desk.
I was not judged for not being to the dentist in 10 years. (Lack of dental insurance.) Having a compromised immune system, I felt VERY safe with the safety measures that they have in place in regards to Covid-19! I love that they ask that you wash your hands with SOAP AND WATER upon arrival, instead of just using hand sanitizer! Everyone on staff was so friendly! What started as coming in for just a pull of a broken tooth, has now turned in to the gaining of a new patient! Thank you!
I was not judged for not being to the dentist in 10 years. (Lack of dental insurance.) Having a compromised immune system, I felt VERY safe with the safety measures that they have in place in regards to Covid-19! I love that they ask that you wash your hands with SOAP AND WATER upon arrival, instead of just using hand sanitizer! Everyone on staff was so friendly! What started as coming in for just a pull of a broken tooth, has now turned in to the gaining of a new patient! Thank you!
Marianne Leavitt
May 10, 2020
Not recommended if you don't have great insurance. I went here because I have no dental insurance and they offered a discount plan you pay monthly for, or yearly nearly $800.00 for the plan I chose. However, after getting a second option, I found out it seems they inflate their prices. Nearly all their procedure codes were very much more than Aspen Dental, so that after they apply the "savings" it came to the exact same amount that Aspen Dental charged with no "savings plan" for the exact same procedure.
It took two weeks after my first exam to receive a treatment plan, where Aspen Dental gave it to me the same day as my first visit (which was the same as PND recommended and free, where PND cost $112.00 ) Both offices took two casts of my teeth, but PND said they needed further casts where AD took time to show me my cast and point out a detail "that's what you want to see" and didn't require further castings.
You share a room with the only other dentist chair, and I was embarrassed about the condition of my teeth, and had to talk about it within earshot of the other Dentist and patient, and even the front desk. I also didn't like that I felt a little pressured to have a more expensive procedure done. The Aspen Dentist said I could have a procedure done, and shoud I decide to have an additional procedure done at a later date it would be no problem. PND said I was in the driver's seat, but also said "not nessecarially" when it came to it, and used words in BOLD font stressing in two emails it would be preferable to have the more expensive procedure done.
Overall I paid $172.00 for one visit and one consult and they expect another $45.00 for cancelling the "savings" plan for the same services I got for free at the office I decided to go with. This was only my experience, if you don't need their "savings" plan and have your own insurance you might have a great experience, I just got a money-hungry vibe. But they're a tiny private office, so you can't really blame them. Plus the staff was flawlessly friendly.
It took two weeks after my first exam to receive a treatment plan, where Aspen Dental gave it to me the same day as my first visit (which was the same as PND recommended and free, where PND cost $112.00 ) Both offices took two casts of my teeth, but PND said they needed further casts where AD took time to show me my cast and point out a detail "that's what you want to see" and didn't require further castings.
You share a room with the only other dentist chair, and I was embarrassed about the condition of my teeth, and had to talk about it within earshot of the other Dentist and patient, and even the front desk. I also didn't like that I felt a little pressured to have a more expensive procedure done. The Aspen Dentist said I could have a procedure done, and shoud I decide to have an additional procedure done at a later date it would be no problem. PND said I was in the driver's seat, but also said "not nessecarially" when it came to it, and used words in BOLD font stressing in two emails it would be preferable to have the more expensive procedure done.
Overall I paid $172.00 for one visit and one consult and they expect another $45.00 for cancelling the "savings" plan for the same services I got for free at the office I decided to go with. This was only my experience, if you don't need their "savings" plan and have your own insurance you might have a great experience, I just got a money-hungry vibe. But they're a tiny private office, so you can't really blame them. Plus the staff was flawlessly friendly.
Gregory John Ingrao
May 01, 2020
Fantastic Experience EVERY time! Christine is so helpful and accommodating. All the doctors and hygienists are superb! I was eager to get my teeth cleaned after the reopen and I must say they make it feel safe and offer a extremely clean environment. Proper procedures and preventative measures in place. The tv's above the dental chair make your visits go by quick and easy.
Madeleine Powers
Apr 12, 2020
I love visiting this dental office! I'm a relatively new patient and have only been in a few times so far- but they still know my name when I walk in. The people who work there are friendly and make me feel welcome. The hygienists and dentists are skilled and knowledgeable, and take great care of my teeth. I would definitely recommend Portland North Dental.
Team Schneider
Jan 11, 2020
Friendly and knowledgable staff made my otherwise harrowing experience less so. Chris took the time to thoroughly explain my options regarding my dental health and helped me plan for the future. I was very impressed with the the technology, (he crowned my tooth on-site) and even more with the the friendly, accommodating atmosphere. 5 stars!
Nancy Beatty
Dec 13, 2019
I have been going to Portland North for 20 years. The doctors are highly skilled and keep up with new methods and equipment. I have required some significant work over the years and trust their treatment recommendations completely. The office manager has been with the practice over 20 years, and likewise highly skilled. She's been invaluable to me with her ability to navigate insurance complexities. Last but not least-everyone is friendly and upbeat all the time.
Alan B.
Jun 03, 2019
After a less than satisfactory experience at a surgical specialist's office, I looked for and (amazingly) found the business card of Dr. Pochebit. I'd met Topher on the golf course, shortly after he graduated dental school and just before beginning his career at Portland North. The office manager, Christine, was spectacular at both explaining and facilitating my confusing insurance plans, and just plain helped me to feel comfortable, heard, and understood.
This is much more than customer service! These folks made me feel like I'd joined a supportive family group, and after 3 appointments, my opinion has only been confirmed and deepened! Topher is very skilled, and has great, steady hands and an easy-going fraternal demeanor that takes whatever nervousness lingering from past "Trips to the Dentist", just evaporate.
I'm very glad to have made this connection and intend to encourage my other family dentist to refer patients here for specialties they don't offer, in-house, at their own practice. I wish Portland North all the best!
This is much more than customer service! These folks made me feel like I'd joined a supportive family group, and after 3 appointments, my opinion has only been confirmed and deepened! Topher is very skilled, and has great, steady hands and an easy-going fraternal demeanor that takes whatever nervousness lingering from past "Trips to the Dentist", just evaporate.
I'm very glad to have made this connection and intend to encourage my other family dentist to refer patients here for specialties they don't offer, in-house, at their own practice. I wish Portland North all the best!
Mickey Grandmaison
Nov 18, 2017
