Dentistry on Officers Row

I have never liked going to the dentist but this place makes it so much more enjoyable.
Both Ryan and Suzie Are so gentle yet so thorough. Ryan saved me a ton of money by repairing a hurting tooth that other dentists said would need to be pulled… It’s now pain free and it only took him 20 minutes!
A very progressive dentistry in a really cool building. I couldn’t give a higher recommendation.

So many other 5-​star ratings! I have had ever so much dental work done over the years and never any problems. Then in 2002 New Hampshire, I had the worst experience of my life! Since then, I am the biggest wimp. Dr. Ryan was the best!!! He believes in no pain, no pain. He is so kind! He discussed the procedure and was, at all times, very concerned for my well-​being. I am so happy to have found Dentistry on Officers Row!

Dr Bergman is a great dentist! He is very careful to cause as little pain as possible and has always recommended the least invasive (and cheaper) route whenever possible. His office staff has been unfailingly polite whenever we have interacted. This dental practice is, by far, the best I have ever been to!

The dentists here are super friendly during cleanings but they do a hard upsell on work that is expensive and not necessary. They pressured me into work on 2 teeth that were having no pain and had healthy roots, both of which were in extreme pain after the procedures and ended up requiring root canals due to the trauma caused to the nerves in addition to pain caused in my jaw and nearby teeth as a result of multiple poor bite adjustments. Sally at the front desk is extremely unfriendly and unprofessional if you need anything other than to schedule. I called the emergency line and left messages twice with no response whatsoever and in the end got no response to my concerns about the ongoing problems caused or any assistance with the solution. I wouldn’t recommend them to anyone. In summary, 2 months of my summer lost to extreme pain, 8+ appointments between specialist visits and adjustments to 2 previously healthy teeth and thousands of $$ out of my pocket have left me appalled that I ever went to them in the first place.

I cannot say enough great things about the Bergmans & staff! As you can imagine, getting braces on as an adult for the first time is overwhelming but I have never been so happy with my smile and the health of my mouth. After experiencing pain in my jaw & feeling unhappy about how my teeth looked I decided to go forward with braces with Dr. Suzie. I was really hesitant to start but her passion, kindness, and VERY gentle touch got me excited about the possibilities of having the smile I had always dreamed of. Through out my treatment over the next 2 years, her and the staff were absolutely wonderful and really put me at ease. In addition, I received 6 veneers for my front teeth after my braces came off from Dr Ryan. I really felt like he heard my concerns and fears of having a lot of teeth done all at the same time and how they would look when I was finished. He took a lot of time to get them just right and was more than happy to answer all of my questions. The staff was also very helpful and friendly. I really appreciate that in a dental office and have recommended dozens of family and friends to them!

Dentistry on Officers Row is the best dental office I have ever been to! The staff is so nice and friendly, they make you feel at home. The office itself is absolutely adorable. I have seen both dentists there and they are both so professional, caring, and gentle on my mouth!
I would recommend them over and over again!

I have been going to the Bergman’s for almost two years now and it has been the best experience of any dental office I have been to. Everyone is extremely nice and competent. Both hygienists and gental and thurough. Dr. Ryan made me a night gaurd that prevents snoring and grinding. It is far better then any gaurd I have used in the past. Both doctors and extremely nice and willing to help in anyway they can. Dr. Ryan has to be one of the nicest men alive. I highly recommend this office to anyone scared of the dentist, you will be happy you did.
Oh and Dr. Suzie does braces and I am considering straightening my teeth now.

Guess what? I hate going to the dentist. I even steered clear of going to a dentist for YEARS because of how much I hated it.
When I turned 30, I decided it was time to face the music. I though the concept of a husband and wife team (Drs. Ryan and Suzie Bergman) was neat, noticed it was in an awesome craftsman-​style house on Officers Row and decided to give it a shot.
And now going to the dentist isn’t something I hate!
I’ve been four times in total now (not going to the dentist will catch up on you — your Mother is right!) and the care that both Ryan and Suzie have shown has been amazing. It feels as if Ryan puts himself in the chair, in a way, prepping you up front of anything uncomfortable ahead and wants to know what you’re feeling. Compared to big-​name dental offices, it’s incredibly refreshing.
The dental assistants are very pleasant (Jeanna is great!) and the front office staff AWESOME (Sally and Debbie rock!) and that actually goes a really long way when it comes to dentistry for this dentist wuss.
I can’t recommend Dentistry on Officers Row highly enough.

I had to have two teeth extracted, one a wisdom tooth. Now I am being fitted for a lower partial and an upper bridge. I have also had my teeth cleaned at the Bergman’s office. Everyone I have dealt with, from the front desk reception and the hygenist to Suzie for my initial consultation and Ryan for the extractions, everyone is just wonderful! Friendly and professional to the max. I have very sensitive teeth and have been prepared for the worst. But they are very considerate of my sensitivity issues. They answer all my questions and take time to explain what’s happening and what to expect.

Drs. Bergman and their staff are not only gentle and kind, but knowledgeable and attentive. It’s refreshing to have dentists that take the time to sit and talk with you about any concerns you may have, or just to see how you’ve been doing since the last time you visited.

I went to the Bergmans for an initial exam for the airforce reserves. The military recommended this place, and you know they love to spare no expense. I don’t know how expensive the bergmans are compared to other dentists, but I got a good vibe when I entered the beautifully restored army officers house. This thing looks amazing. The staff was all pleasant, and Suzie was very nice to talk to. I would return again. In fact I was thinking of returning to get some braces to straighten up my teeth. Thanks guys!

I just moved to WA and was NOT looking forward to trying to find a new dentist. I have seen the same dentist in Colorado since I was 8 years old. I am extremely picky about my teeth and have very high expectations when it comes to my dentist.
This dentist office was wonderful. I had x-​rays done last time I saw my dentist and every other dentist I spoke to in WA said they would need to retake xrays (which my insurance does not cover). Not this office they called my old dentist and had x-​rays sent over.
When I arrived everyone was super nice and the building was very nice and clean. The hygienist was very gentle although I prefer a much more thorough cleaning. Overall, she did a good job but not a great job. Once she finished Suzie came in… what a sweeeeetheart! She is the nicest dentist I have ever met.
I thought the overall experience was awesome. The only thing that could have made it better is if the cleaning was a little more detailed.

I hate dentists with the intensity of a thousand suns.
I hate going to the dentist more than anything I can think of… anything!
I dread going to the dentist more than a dog dreads seeing the veterinarians office, only I fight harder to stay out of the building.
But I don’t hate Dr. Ryan Bergman. I should; but I don’t. I want to; but I can’t. I wanted him to give me a reason to get up and bolt out of that chair with my paper bib flapping behind me like a Louisiana state flag during Hurricane Katrina; but he didn’t.
He and his wife Suzie have the most un-​dentist like dental office I have ever been to. But, c’mon, it’s on Officers Row so it’s like the coolest location in all of Vancouver (and probably Portland too). Being a dental wimp (not that there is anything wrong with that) is nearly meaningless within the confines of their office. See, Dr. Ryan Bergman, is a dental wimp too, who is a dentist. I’ve give you a moment to mentally grasp that statement…
(insert muzak version of the «Girl From Ipanema» here)
Being a dental wimp means he sympathizes with what you are going through and works on you accordingly. He offers sleep dentistry too in case, like me, you have bigger issues with hands in your mouth. Word on the street is his wife, Suzie, is awesome with the kids.
So if you hate dentists like me (highly unlikely) this is your man.