Dr. Mark Stapleton is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience caring for children and adolescents in Springfield, Oregon. After earning his dental degree with honors from Oregon Health & Science University and completing specialized training at the University of Washington and Seattle Children's Hospital, Dr. Stapleton has been dedicated to making dental care fun and comfortable for young patients. He specializes in working with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and uses a warm, supportive approach that focuses on child psychology to help kids feel at ease. His office features a kid-friendly mountain theme with climbing walls, sensory blocks, and other fun elements, plus sedation options for anxious patients. Dr. Stapleton is currently accepting new patients and has been proudly serving Springfield and the surrounding communities since 2007.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

Master's degree - University of Washington
Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry - University of Washington/Seattle Children's Hospital
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) - Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), graduated with honors and clinical honors

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (Diplomate)

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 06/05/2006

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryChildren's dental careAdolescent dental careSpecial needs dentistryChild psychology in dental care

Technology & Equipment

Sedation and anesthesia available

Professional Memberships

Omicron Kappa Upsilon (national dental honor society)

Awards & Recognition

Outstanding Senior Student in Periodontics award (OHSU)
Outstanding Leader Award (OHSU)
Selected as Chief Resident during pediatric residency
Featured in Catalyst dental publication cover article 'Creating an Environment of Trust'
Featured in Eugene Magazine articles 'Passion for Patients' and 'Dentists Embrace High-Tech Tools'
Interviewed by the New York Times

Beyond the Office

Served communities of Springfield and Eugene since 2007

Previously practiced in community health clinic in Butte, Montana

Conducted research at University of Washington and Seattle Children's Hospital

Started practice in 2007 with a few patients and part-time staff

Office features mountain theme with kid-friendly design elements

Office amenities include sensory blocks, climbing rock wall, and kid-sized doors

Many staff members have worked with Dr. Mark for over 10 years each

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