Gentle Dental Northgate

Dr. Petersen says, “Orthodontics is about more than just straightening teeth. It is about building confidence, self-esteem, oral health and enabling people to get the most out of their lives!”

After graduating from the University of Utah, Dr. Petersen received his Dental Degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. He’s a member of the American Orthodontic Organization, the Umpqua Dental Society and the American Dental Association.

Dr. Petersen realizes that the orthodontic profession is rapidly adapting, and is proud to stay ahead of the curve by attending orthodontic conferences, networking with orthodontists nationally, and allotting time each week to the continued study of the latest orthodontic research.

Dr. Petersen says, “My wife Katherine and son Jack are excited to live in this wonderful part of Oregon and are active participants in the community. In my free time I can be found snowboarding in the winter, and hiking, biking, and fishing in Oregon’s beautiful outdoors in the summer!”

Education

B.S., Medical Biology–University of Utah
D.M.D. Medical University of South Carolina
Orthodontic training–Montefiore Medical Center

Affiliations

American Orthodontic Organization
American Dental Association
Umpqua Dental Society

ABOUT ME
Dr. Clow says, “The best part being a dentist is getting to know people in my community while being directly involved with their care. I’m blessed and privileged to be able to provide my patient’s with superior oral treatment”

Dr.Clow loves his profession because it gives him the opportunity to interact with so many people on a daily basis. He feels fortunate to have a career that allows him to improve his patients’ health, confidence and self-esteem. For him, dentistry combines creative artistry with the fundamentals of science.

After graduating from Oregon Sate University, Dr. Clow received his Dental Degree from the OHSU School of Dentistry. He’s a member of the American Dental Association, the Oregon Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Multnomah Dental Society, the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, and the Special Care Dentistry Association.

Dr. Clow says, “I love the outdoors and even though I have webbed feet, I prefer the sunny weather. I enjoy hiking, camping, white water rafting & kayaking, water sports, camp fires and beach days. I’m a U.S. Marine and my favorite music is country but you might catch me singing some classic rock around the office also.”

EDUCATION
B.S., Science–Oregon Sate University
D.M.D.–OHSU School of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
Oregon Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
Multnomah Dental Society
American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
Special Care Dentistry Association

About Me
Dr. Henrie says, “Dentistry is a great opportunity to help people feel better about themselves and get them out of pain. A healthy mouth improves your overall heath and wellness in so many ways. I enjoy many long–term relationships with patients. My goal is to provide them with a lifetime of healthy smiles.”

After graduating from Brigham Young University, Dr. Henrie received his dental degree from the University of Kentucky School of Dentistry. He has received Oral Surgery training from the University of Texas at Houston and additional training beyond dental school in sedation, wisdom tooth extraction, and dental implant placement.He also speaks Spanish.

He says, “In my free time I enjoy anything outdoors with my wife and five kids: camping, hiking, wake boarding, snow boarding, fishing, soccer. I am a former Eagle Scout and have been a boy scout master for longer than 15 years.”

Education
B.S., Zoology–Brigham Young University
D.M.D.–University of Kentucky School of Dentistry
Oral and Maxillofacial surgery training–UT- Houston School of Dentistry