Dentists in Portland, OR - East

David Gu D.D.S., M.S.D., Orthodontist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Gu is committed to putting his patients first and providing both the best patient experience and clinical care. After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Dr. Gu received her Dental Degree from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He completed his Orthodontics training at the University of Washington School of Dentistry.

When he’s not working on giving patients a reason to smile, he loves finding new ways to combine his love for photography and traveling. He lives with his wife, who is a military dentist proudly serving the United States Air Force, and their two adopted shelter cats, Merona and Beckham.

EDUCATION

B.S., Biology, Economics–University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

D.M.D.–Harvard School of Dental Medicine

M.S.D., Orthodontics–University of Washington 

Kim Erickson D.M.D., M.D., Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

ABOUT ME

As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Dr. Erickson appreciates her role in providing pain relief to her patients through often complex surgical procedures.

She says “I enjoy being able to heal people through both science and art by providing definitive surgical treatments which solve complicated and sometimes painful problems.” She applies a caring, detail-oriented approach to each patient’s case, taking time to solve their dental issues effectively, and thoughtfully provides treatment options that are specifically designed around each clients needs.

After graduating from New Mexico State University, Dr. Erickson received her Dental Degree from the Oregon Health & Science University and her Medical Degree from the Eastern Virginia Medical School. She is a member of the American Association Of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, the National Dental Board of Anesthesia, the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Oregon Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Dental Association and the Oregon Dental Association.

Dr. Erickson says, “In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and exotic food. I enjoy swimming, surfing and snow skiing.” Dr. Erickson is also a Retired US Navy Veteran.

EDUCATION

B.S., Biology–New Mexico State University

D.M.D.–Oregon Health & Science University

M.D –Eastern Virginia Medical School

AFFILIATIONS

American Association Of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

American Dental Society of Anesthesiology

National Dental Board of Anesthesia

American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Oregon Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

American Dental Association

Oregon Dental Association

Peter Brink D.M.D., General Dentist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Brink says, “The thing I enjoy most about my profession is developing relationships with patients and improving their health. I really enjoy the treatment planning process and collaboration with specialists for complex cases.”

He encourages his patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and is attentive to each patient’s needs. After receiving a Microbiology degree from the University of Hawaii, Dr. Brink was awarded his Dental Degree from the Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry. To keep up with evolving technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association and the Seattle Study Club.

Dr. Brink says, “I look forward to traveling abroad any chance I have. Most weekends are spent outdoors with my dog, biking or skiing.”

Education

B.S., Microbiology–University of Hawaii at Manoa

D.M.D.–Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry

Affiliations

American Dental Association

Seattle Study Club

Tony Bassili D.M.D. Endodontics

About Me

Dr. Bassili says, “At age 10, I broke my front teeth playing soccer. After several appointments, my dentist restored my front teeth. Getting my smile back had a big impact on my self confidence–it was then I decided to become an Endodontist.”

Dr. Bassili says, “Helping people to achieve and maintain excellent dental health gives me the most satisfaction from my profession. In particular, I enjoy seeing the satisfied smiles of patients when a difficult procedure turns out fabulous! As a team we pride ourselves in being able to offer patients the highest quality care. We are dedicated to communication, availability, and the highest quality of Endodontics and Implant treatments. We are equipped with the latest technology including the use of a surgical microscope in very complex cases.”

After graduating from Portland State University, Dr. Bassili received his D.M.D. from the OHSU School of Dentistry and his Endodontics Certificate from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. He’s a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American Dental Association. His awards have included the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Award. He speaks Arabic, too!

A delighted family man, Dr. Bassili relaxes by spending time spent with his wife Joelle, son Gabriel and daughter Dia.

Education

B.S. General Science–Portland State University

D.M.D.–OHSU School of Dentistry

Endodontics Certificate–University of Washington School of Dentistry

Awards

American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Award

Affiliations

American Academy of Implant Dentistry

American Dental Association