Dr. Frank A Mendoza, D.D.S.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1891850749
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Address
WARM SPRINGS INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE DENTAL CLINIC
1270 KOT-NUM ROAD
Warm Springs, OR 97761
Phone
(541) 553-2462Fax
(541) 553-2619
About This Provider
Dr. Frank Mendoza is a pediatric dentist dedicated to helping children maintain healthy teeth and avoid pain. With over 35 years of experience serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities through the Indian Health Service, Dr. Mendoza brings deep expertise in treating tooth decay in children, including early childhood caries and complex cases requiring hospital care. He is especially passionate about innovative treatments like silver diamine fluoride, which he has found to be safe, fast, and effective at keeping kids out of pain and away from the hospital. Dr. Mendoza is now accepting new patients in Warm Springs, OR.
Specialties
- 1
Education & Training
- University of North Carolina, DDS, 1982
- University of Minnesota, Pediatric Dentistry Residency, completed 1993
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 12/22/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Silver nitrate solution application
- Fluoride varnish treatment
- Hospital operating room procedures
Beyond the Office
35 years of service with Indian Health Service (IHS) as US Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps officer
Served American Indian and Alaska Native communities
Chief Dentist at Winslow Indian Hospital in Winslow, AZ (1989)
Navajo Area Pediatric Dental Specialist at Chinle Service Unit
Was a college math and science professor for 10 years before becoming a dentist
Chose IHS to work with Native Americans and experience new cultures
First dental assignment was at a two-chair clinic at a boarding school on the Navajo Reservation
Became hooked on IHS work after initial three-year obligation and continued for 35+ years
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