Dr. John Frachella is a pediatric dentist with 19 years of experience serving children in Redmond, Oregon. He is a national leader in using advanced, gentle techniques like silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and the SMART method—innovative approaches that help stop tooth decay while avoiding traditional fillings whenever possible. Dr. Frachella believes in treating cavities in the gentlest way that works, which is especially important for children and patients with special needs. Beyond his private practice, he has dedicated 32 years as dental director of a free clinic for children in need and currently teaches at OHSU Dental School. He is accepting new patients and brings both expertise and a deep commitment to making quality dental care accessible to everyone.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 01/11/2007

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Areas of Focus

pediatric dentistrySDF (silver diamine fluoride)caries managementglass ionomer technologySMART (Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative Technique)minimally invasive caries treatmentspecial needs dentistry

Technology & Equipment

SDF (silver diamine fluoride)
glass ionomer technology
SMART technique

Beyond the Office

Dental director of a free clinic for indigent children in Bangor, Maine (32 years)

Director of federal clinics in Wheeler County, Oregon (10 years)

Staff member at OHSU Dental School

Lecturer for NYU Lutheran Medical College dental residency programs

Works in private practices across the country

National leader in the use of SDF and its impact on dental schools and clinical practice

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