Robert Alan Pratt, DMD, PC

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Robert Alan Pratt, DMD, PC Dr. Pratt practices all aspects of dentistry and is very progressive in his approach to treatment an

Dr. Pratt practices all aspects of dentistry and is very progressive in his approach to treatment and material selection.

My filling doesn’t hurt. I just know it’s there. šŸ˜…And apparently, my tongue has appointed itself the full-time dental in...
10/15/2026

My filling doesn’t hurt. I just know it’s there. šŸ˜…
And apparently, my tongue has appointed itself the full-time dental inspector.

Morning coffee? Check.
Driving to work? Check.
Trying to fall asleep? One more check… just to be sure. šŸ˜‚

Sound familiar?
After getting a dental filling, even a tiny change can feel surprisingly noticeable.

Maybe your bite feels a little higher than before. Maybe there’s a rough edge your tongue keeps finding. Or maybe everything is fine, but the new filling just feels… different.

Here’s what matters: You don’t have to be in pain for something to be worth mentioning.
At Dr. Pratt, we want to know when something doesn’t feel quite right.

Sometimes a simple bite adjustment or polishing is all that’s needed. Other times, a closer look helps us understand what’s going on.

Because a filling shouldn’t have to become your tongue’s newest hobby. šŸ˜†

šŸ‘‡ Be honest: Does your tongue investigate every little change in your mouth, too?

šŸ“Œ Save this for the next time something feels a little off.

Robert Alan Pratt, DMD
541.276.4257

Botox is just for wrinkles… right? šŸ‘€Well, that’s only part of the conversation.We usually think about Botox in terms of ...
10/13/2026

Botox is just for wrinkles… right? šŸ‘€
Well, that’s only part of the conversation.

We usually think about Botox in terms of forehead lines, crow’s feet, and facial aesthetics.
But here’s something interesting…

Your face isn’t just about how you look. It’s also about how you function.
The muscles around your jaw help you chew, speak, and move through everyday life. And sometimes, those muscles work overtime.

Think clenching during a stressful commute, concentrating at your desk, or waking up with a tired, tense jaw. 😬

Botox may be considered for certain jaw-muscle concerns in carefully selected patients, although evidence for TMD-related benefits is mixed and this use is off-label.

And that’s where the distinction matters.
✨ Aesthetic goals and jaw-muscle concerns are two very different conversations.

At Dr. Pratt Dental Care in Pendleton, Oregon, understanding your symptoms, examining your jaw, and discussing appropriate options come first. Depending on your needs, care may involve habit changes, nightguards, other conservative therapies, or additional treatment considerations.

Because the goal isn’t simply to change how something looks. It’s to understand what your body needs.
Be honest… did you know Botox is sometimes discussed for reasons beyond wrinkles?
Save this for your next conversation about facial wellness.
ā–Robert Alan Pratt, DMDā–
541.276.4257

Happy Birthday, Jen! šŸŽ‰šŸ’›Today we’re celebrating Jen Scharf and all the warmth, positivity, and care she brings to the Dr....
10/11/2026

Happy Birthday, Jen! šŸŽ‰šŸ’›

Today we’re celebrating Jen Scharf and all the warmth, positivity, and care she brings to the Dr. Pratt Dental Care team.

It’s often the little things people remember most — a kind word, a reassuring smile, someone who makes the day feel a little easier. Jen brings those moments with her, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything she does for our team and our patients.

Jen, we hope this next trip around the sun brings you plenty of laughter, good health, great memories, and lots of reasons to smile. 🄳

Help us wish Jen a very Happy Birthday in the comments! šŸŽ‚āœØ

Happy Birthday, Jen! šŸŽ‰Today we’re celebrating someone who brings so much warmth, positivity, and care to Dr. Pratt Denta...
10/08/2026

Happy Birthday, Jen! šŸŽ‰
Today we’re celebrating someone who brings so much warmth, positivity, and care to Dr. Pratt Dental Care.

Jen, thank you for the way you support our patients, help keep the team moving, and make the everyday moments feel a little easier and a lot brighter.

We hope your birthday is filled with good people, good laughs, and plenty of reasons to smile. šŸ’›

Help us wish Jen a very happy birthday in the comments! šŸŽ‚āœØ

On World Cerebral Palsy Day, we’re celebrating inclusion, independence, and the everyday support that helps people thriv...
10/06/2026

On World Cerebral Palsy Day, we’re celebrating inclusion, independence, and the everyday support that helps people thrive. šŸ’š

Oral health can be part of that conversation, too.

For some people living with cerebral palsy, differences in movement, muscle control, coordination, swallowing, or medication use can make brushing and dental visits a little more complicated. That doesn’t mean good oral health is out of reach — it just may mean the routine needs to be adapted to the person.

A few simple ways to help:
• Try an electric toothbrush or a wider handle if gripping is difficult.
• Use comfortable head and body support during brushing.
• Let the dental team know about dry mouth, grinding, reflux, swallowing concerns, or medication changes.
• Share mobility, communication, and sensory needs before an appointment so care can be adjusted.

There is no one ā€œrightā€ way to make dental care accessible.

Sometimes the biggest difference is simply having a team willing to listen, slow down, adapt, and meet the person where they are.

šŸ’š Inclusive dental care starts with understanding the individual.
ā–Robert Alan Pratt, DMDā–
541.276.4257
⁣

A day late on the feed… but we couldn’t let Jasmine’s birthday go by without celebrating her! šŸŽ‰šŸ„³Happy Birthday, Jasmine!...
10/04/2026

A day late on the feed… but we couldn’t let Jasmine’s birthday go by without celebrating her! šŸŽ‰šŸ„³
Happy Birthday, Jasmine! šŸ’›

We hope this next year brings you plenty of reasons to laugh, people who make life better, new adventures, good health, and lots of those little everyday moments that end up becoming the best memories.

Thank you for the energy, kindness, and care you bring to the Dr. Pratt Dental Care team and to our patients. We’re so glad you’re part of this crew.

Here’s to another trip around the sun, Jasmine! ✨

Drop a šŸŽ‚ below and help us send her some belated birthday love!

Robert Alan Pratt, DMD
541.276.4257

Happy Work Anniversary, Sarah! šŸ’›āœØToday we’re celebrating Sarah Kellogg and all the care, consistency, and heart she brin...
10/01/2026

Happy Work Anniversary, Sarah! šŸ’›āœØ
Today we’re celebrating Sarah Kellogg and all the care, consistency, and heart she brings to the Dr. Pratt Dental Care team.

It’s the everyday things that make the biggest difference — helping patients feel comfortable, keeping things moving behind the scenes, and being someone the team can count on.

Sarah, thank you for everything you do. We’re so grateful to have you as part of our team and our Pendleton community. šŸ„‚

Help us wish Sarah a happy work anniversary in the comments! šŸŽ‰

ā€œI don’t want to look different. I just don’t want to look exhausted.ā€That’s actually a very valid place to start.Facial...
09/28/2026

ā€œI don’t want to look different. I just don’t want to look exhausted.ā€

That’s actually a very valid place to start.

Facial aesthetics doesn’t have to mean chasing a different face, freezing every expression, or making changes everyone notices.

Sometimes the goal is much quieter.

To look a little more rested.
A little more refreshed.
A little more like yourself on a really good day.

That’s why the conversation comes first.

Depending on your goals and what’s appropriate for you, options like Botox or dermal filler may be part of that discussion — but the treatment should always follow the person, not the other way around.

Subtle can still be meaningful.
So tell us… subtle or noticeable?
ā–Robert Alan Pratt, DMDā–
541.276.4257
⁣

Some goodbyes are definitely harder than others. ā¤ļøToday we’re saying goodbye to one of our very best, Rebecca, as she l...
09/25/2026

Some goodbyes are definitely harder than others. ā¤ļø

Today we’re saying goodbye to one of our very best, Rebecca, as she leaves the dental world to begin a new chapter in nursing.

We’re so happy for her, and selfishly, a little sad for us. She has brought so much care, warmth, and heart to our team, and she’ll be missed more than she probably realizes.

Rebecca, we know you’re going to do amazing things. Your patients will be lucky to have you in this next chapter, too. 🩺✨

Help us wish Rebecca all the best as she heads into nursing! šŸ’›

ā–Robert Alan Pratt, DMDā–
541.276.4257

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916 SW Court Avenue
Pendleton, OR
97801

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

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