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If you have questions about root canals for Dr. Barrett at Barrett Family Dental, you’re not alone. At our Beaverton family dentistry, we routinely field questions about this common procedure, especially because of all the misinformation and myths out there about it. So today, we’ll break down the basics of what a root canal is,…

Beaverton dentist, Dr. Barrett and his team at Barrett Family Dental, understand that as we get older, sometimes a permanent tooth is lost. And even just one missing tooth can lead to more complicated dental issues. This can add pressure on your remaining teeth, or they may drift into the space left behind. In more…

Want to improve your smile but unsure how? At Barrett Family Dental in Beaverton, Oregon, your smile is as important to us as it is to you. We have many tools in our belt that can help, including clear aligners in Beaverton. Unlike traditional metal braces, clear aligners are a reliable and discreet way to…

What does it mean when my dentist has the letters “FAGD” after their name? Well, it means that your dentist has spent far more time than most in courses to improve their skills to ensure that you get the best possible care. As an experienced Beaverton family dentist, Dr. Barrett remains committed to providing his…

As patients of Dr. Barrett know, a connection exists between your oral and overall health. While daily brushing and flossing, along with receiving regular dental care in Beaverton, Oregon, helps to improve the health of a patient’s teeth and gums, these habits can also greatly lower the risk for serious disease. Decades worth of study…

Following a two-month period where we were only seeing patients for dental emergencies, patients can now once again visit a Tanasbourne family dentist for non-emergency care. We reopened our doors on May 11, and are now accepting appointments and new patients. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all…

The most common type of tooth decay that Beaverton Dentist Dr. Richard Barrett sees at his practice is decay between the back teeth.  In dental lingo we call this “Class II” decay and it is most commonly caused by lack of regular flossing or by flossing inadequately. Historically, dentists have treated this type of decay…

Beaverton Dentist Dr. Richard Barrett is excited to announce that Digital Dentistry has arrived at Barrett Family Dental.  When we first opened our doors in 2013, we were excited to be able to treat out patients using the latest technology in digital x-rays and record keeping.  It’s amazing how far we have come in only…

At Barrett Family Dental, Beaverton Dentist Dr. Richard Barrett understands that crowns are one of the most important types of dental treatment.  But, at the same time can be among the most frustrating for patients.  Traditionally, crowns combine the things that patients hate the most…multiple trips to the dentist.  However, at Barrett Family Dental, we…

As your trusted Beaverton dentist, Dr. Richard Barrett and his team understand that as a profession, dentistry constantly changes and improves with modern technology. As further advancements in technology develop, we must advance along with it to ensure our patients receive the best care available. In order to provide the best care possible, Barrett Family…