Dr. Kevin is a lifelong resident of Lebanon, graduating from Lebanon Union High School in 1989. He then attended Oregon State University for college. He married his wife Jodi in August of 1993, before attending Oregon Health and Sciences University in Portland, Oregon. Following graduation from OHSU in 1997, Dr. Kevin joined his father in dental practice in Lebanon. Dr. Kevin and Jodi have four sons, all of which reside in the area. All four are graduates from East Linn Christian Academy high school, as well as from Oregon State University. The oldest three continued on to earn their DMD’s at Oregon Health Sciences University and are practicing dentists, and their youngest son has degrees in Accountancy and Business Management. Dr. Kevin has strived persistently to maintain the same traditional family dental philosophy that his father and mother brought to Lebanon in 1975. His father is retired, but he continues that same philosophy of care practicing with his son Kody. He enjoys building and developing long lasting relationships with his patients and he believes that doing so is fundamental to providing great dental care. The modern health care model is evolving and ever-changing, but Dr. Kevin strives to provide modern services with the latest technology while still maintaining an individualized patient-centric philosophy of care. Dr. Kevin believes that spending time getting to know the patient is the cornerstone to providing positive treatment outcomes. He is confident that this approach to dental care will allow him to continue to extend outstanding service and quality treatment to his patients for years to come. Professional and Education
Outside of the OfficeDr. Kevin devotes most of his time outside of work spending time with family, including his wife and his sons and other family as much as he can. While he enjoys and takes part in many different forms of outdoor recreation, he loves his home here in the valley where he can appreciate the still somewhat slow and calm feel it has to offer. He finds relaxation in training his labrador retrievers or an evening walk on one of the hundreds of logging roads in the area. In the spring and summer months frequent visits to Green Peter Reservoir aren’t uncommon, something he’s been accustomed to since his high school years. Most often though, he enjoys the simplicity of relaxing at his home and spending time with his wife.       |
Sports Guards Your child's teeth are a lifelong investment that will benefit them for the rest of their life. As with all investments, it is important that their teeth are properly protected. One of the best ways to do so is to provide your child with a mouthguard when they are playing sports. However, not all mouthguards are created equal. The best mouthguards available are the custom-made variety like the ones provided by our team at Osborne Dentistry. These mouthguards are uniquely designed for your child and result in a perfect fit. Should My Child Wear a Mouthguard?Some sports, like football, require that youth participants wear mouthguards at all times. However, other sports and activities may not specifically require them, which leaves many parents wondering just when their child should be wearing a mouthguard. As a general recommendation, it is a good idea for your child to wear a sports mouthguard when they are engaging in any sports-related activity that could result in an impact or fall. Many of these activities, like skateboarding, are often overlooked when considering the use of a mouthguard and can result in uncomfortable dental repairs. What Types of Mouthguards Are There?There are three main types of mouthguards that are available today. The first type is generic, a one-size-fits-all style of mouthguard. These types of mouthguards are the ones that can be bought in stores or online and are ready for immediate use. Non-fitted mouthguards are certainly better than no mouthguard at all but hardly offer your child adequate protection. The second type of mouthguards is the boil and bite style. These guards are fitted at home and provide much better protection than the non-fitted style. They are fitted by boiling them, dipping them in cool water, and having your child bite down on the guard while the material is still pliable. The shortcoming of these mouthguards comes when they are improperly fitted. The third and most precise style of mouthguards is the custom guards provided by our team. These guards are created using a mold of your child's teeth. Guards made in our office will precisely fit the contours of your child's smile and offer them the best protection. We can even make these custom mouthguards for children with braces. How Long Do Mouthguards Last?Sports mouthguards generally last approximately one sports season. If your child continuously plays sports throughout the year, the mouthguards should be replaced every six months. This is because mouthguards endure substantial shearing from your child's teeth and will begin to lose material in the areas that they are most needed. Failing to replace mouthguards at normal intervals can increase your child's risk of damaging their teeth. Fortunately, the entire process is quick and painless for your child and can be completed during your scheduled visit. Oftentimes, our team can take care of the fitting process during your child's regular oral exam so that you do not have to schedule separate appointments. If your child is preparing to play their first sport or if their mouthguard is in need of an upgrade, it is time to come see our team at Osborne Dentistry. You can schedule your appointment by calling 541-451-4300. |