Phone: 541-763-2725 ~ Fax: 541-763-2850
Phone: 541-763-2725 ~ Fax: 541-763-2850
Asher CHC Dental
Our Services and locations
Full dental Services (X-ray, examinations, restorations, crowns, dentures, oral hygiene) are available at the Fossil and Mitchell clinics
(and coming soon to Spray!)
Asher Dental Services (ADS) contracts with two dentists to provide our part-time dental services. No dentists reside in Wheeler County so they come in from out of the area: our dentists travel here from Portland.
Dental Hygiene cleanings and periodontal cleanings are also available with our two hygienists, who travel here on a regular basis from Central Oregon.
As all of these out-of-area staff have other commitments, the days of operation vary from site to site. Generally, services are available in Fossil weekly and in Mitchell twice a month.
Please call for an appointment at 541-763-2725.
Children preventative and screenings
The dental clinic sees patients of all ages. Our general offerings include oral health, dental cleaning and hygienist services, comprehensive exams and X-rays, emergency treatment, extractions, root canals, filling,
crowns, bridges and dentures.
For children, our dental services also include
oral evaluation and dental health education geared toward prevention, fluoride and sealant treatments, cleaning, x-rays, fillings, extractions and more. We are dedicated to making your child's experience a positive one!
Meet the Dental Team
Dennis Simonsen DMD
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham, DMD
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham, DMD
ACHC's Dental Director Dr. Dennis L. Simonsen DMD graduated with a B.A. from the University of Washington in 1989, continued with a pre-dental science curriculum in 1998. He received his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from Oregon Health Sciences University in 2004. He is a member of the American Dental Associate, Oregon Dental Associate a
ACHC's Dental Director Dr. Dennis L. Simonsen DMD graduated with a B.A. from the University of Washington in 1989, continued with a pre-dental science curriculum in 1998. He received his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from Oregon Health Sciences University in 2004. He is a member of the American Dental Associate, Oregon Dental Associate and Washington County Dental Society. Dr. Simonsen has held various board positions with the Washington County Dental Society as well as positions with the Oregon Dental Associates. He also actively volunteers his professional skills within the community. Dr. Simonsen is enrolled in the highly prestigious Kois Center for Dental Excellence which is a comprehensive nine-course curriculum involving aesthetic, occlusion and restorative dentistry. Dr. Simonsen has lived in the Bethany area of Washington County since 1996. He is married and has two daughters. When not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, grilling on his barbecue and listening to Hawaiian music. He also likes to garden, fish, ski and research family heritage.
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham, DMD
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham, DMD
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham, DMD
Asher Dental is very pleased to announce the addition of our full time Dentist, Dr Pham.
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham completed his science and biology undergrad degrees at the Portland State University, Oregon. He then attended the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), School of Dentistry, where he earned a full scholarship for his D
Asher Dental is very pleased to announce the addition of our full time Dentist, Dr Pham.
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham completed his science and biology undergrad degrees at the Portland State University, Oregon. He then attended the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), School of Dentistry, where he earned a full scholarship for his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.
Dr. Pham is a member of the American Dental Association and the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. He enjoys practicing evidence-based dentistry with a focus on prevention of oral disease, patient comfort, and quality of care.
He is passionate about helping others, who live particularly in an area where access to dental care is limited, to achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.
In his spare time, he enjoys volunteering at the Mobile Dental Clinic to provide free dental care to underserved communities. He also enjoys gardening with his beloved wife and taking beautiful portrait and landscape pictures.
“I appreciate the privilege of meeting, and caring for my patients,” he said. “I’m honored to be a member of Asher Community Health Center that deeply cares about the overall health of individuals in our community!”
Nicole Gunson, Oral Hygienist
Dr. Andrew Christopher Pham, DMD
Jacquelyn Brown, Dental Reception
Nicole Gunson was born and raised in Eugene Oregon and is a die hard Duck fan.
She moved to Sisters in 1999 where she has lived ever since. Nicole attended the University of Oregon and graduated from Lane Community College in 1994 with an
Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene.
Nicole loves to quilt, design quilt patterns, knit, read, travel, camp, go crabbing and fishing.
Jacquelyn Brown, Dental Reception
Jacquelyn Brown, Dental Reception
Jacquelyn Brown, Dental Reception
Jacquelyn Brown is the Dental Receptionist. Previously she worked in ophthalmology for 12 years so she's familiar with working with patients. She says, "I enjoy helping people!"
She worked for Head Start, and then retired from working with a Migrant Head Start program to care for her mom.
Having lived in Fossil in her younger days, wh
Jacquelyn Brown is the Dental Receptionist. Previously she worked in ophthalmology for 12 years so she's familiar with working with patients. She says, "I enjoy helping people!"
She worked for Head Start, and then retired from working with a Migrant Head Start program to care for her mom.
Having lived in Fossil in her younger days, when it was time to retire she moved back.
She enjoys working part time and helping out in the community. She's on the Wheeler County Fair Board and Friends of Fossil Library. She adds, "I also enjoy working in my yard, gardening and fishing."
Maria Rey, Dental Assistant
Jacquelyn Brown, Dental Reception
Carissa Austin, Dental Assistant
Maria is one of our Dental Assistants and also learning a variety of skills within the Dental operations. We are grateful for her willingness to be flexible and are excited to have her as part of our Dental team!
Maria says, "I was born and raised in Spray, moved away, and came back to spend more time with my family. In my spare time I like to paint or garden with my mom and sister."
Carissa Austin, Dental Assistant
Jacquelyn Brown, Dental Reception
Carissa Austin, Dental Assistant
We're pleased to announce Carissa Austin has joined our ACHC Dental team. She shared, " I graduated Dental school in 2003 and have enjoyed the 18+ years of experience in the dental field on both the East coast and West coast.
I grew up in New England and later lived in California for the past 11 years.
My family and I recently moved to C
We're pleased to announce Carissa Austin has joined our ACHC Dental team. She shared, " I graduated Dental school in 2003 and have enjoyed the 18+ years of experience in the dental field on both the East coast and West coast.
I grew up in New England and later lived in California for the past 11 years.
My family and I recently moved to Condon to be closer to my family and we are very excited to be here!
My husband Daniel, who is an LPN, also works at the ACHC Clinic. We have two children Alex (18) and Tessa (9).
Outside of the practice I enjoy beach trips and discovering new places to explore with the family. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and to be a part of this community."