I actually, I knew that I wanted to be a dentist from the time I was in probably middle school. I always enjoyed going to the dentist, I enjoyed how they helped me feel good and how people were always nice and friendly and they were helping me keep my teeth healthy and strong. As I went through high school, I got a chance to meet some other dentists and they always seemed to enjoy their work, enjoy their craft, and they also enjoyed talking with their patients and getting to know them and it became clear that they had some relationships with their patients that they had built over the years that were more than just a surface level.
I love the people, I love the work, it’s a great profession, I really enjoy it. But one of the things that’s really exciting for us to do is transformative dentistry. You know, if somebody has a functional issue or they don’t like the way their teeth look or they don’t feel very good about them, to be able to change that for them and really help build confidence in them and make them feel good about their teeth and their smile, that’s what’s really rewarding for us.
I think one thing that our patients have come to expect from us is that we’re going to listen to them and there’s no judgment here, you know, it’s been a long time since you’ve been to the dentist, that’s okay, you’re here now. If you are, you know, self-conscious about the way things look or about work that’s been done in the past, you know, that’s okay, we’re here to be a team, we’re here to come alongside you and figure out how we can get you to where you want to be. You know, we want to take the time to listen to people and figure out what their goals are and try to help them accomplish that.
Dr. Jesse Hayden Offers Top-Notch Dental Treatments
Dr. Jesse Hayden knew he wanted to be a dentist from a young age. In high school, he shadowed a dentist and had the opportunity to watch a root canal. That’s when he decided to pursue biology as his undergraduate degree at Oregon State University. He then obtained his dental degree from the OHSU School of Dentistry.
Dr. Hayden is passionate about providing patients with the highest level of dental care. His patients enjoy advanced techniques and technology in a warm and comfortable environment. They appreciate his gentle approach and his ability to educate and thoroughly explain all treatment options. He understands the impact proper dental care has on overall health and takes a holistic approach to patient care and comfort.
In addition, Dr. Hayden’s passion for ongoing education has been motivated by his desire to better serve his patients. He is a proud graduate of the Kois Center, which offers additional training and education to dentists in the areas of implants, cosmetic dentistry, and more.
He believes strongly in providing dental care to those who do not have access to it and has served both in Guatemala and in local Compassion Clinics in his spare time.
A native Oregonian, Dr. Hayden grew up in Bend. He enjoys exploring all that this great region has to offer. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife Carolynne and their three children. You can often find him hiking, biking, skiing, or cheering on the Beavers.