Dr. Michelle Aldrich is a General Dentist serving the Salem area for more than 6 years. Dr. Aldrich is experienced in Bruxism / Nightguards, Dentures and Crowns. She is a professional member of the Or… Read more ›
Words cannot describe how I feel however my new & improved smile says it all! Dr. Aldridge & Hygienist, Kimberley, has my best interest in mind. Both are best described as supportive, honest, and empowering. Riverbend Dental’s wholistic team approach has made my dental journey worthwhile and inclusive of my desired out…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohsu | Bachelors Degree | B.S. Dental Hygiene | 1992 |
| Ohsu School Of Dentistry | Doctorate | D.M.D. | 2008 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | Oregon Dental Association | Present |
| Professional Member | American Dental Association | Present |
| Professional Member | Academy of General Dentistry | Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine | Present |
Michelle Aldrich, DMD has not yet indicated the hospitals that she is affiliated with.
Years In Practice: 17 (started in 2008)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Aldrich specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oregon
Delta Dental Premier
United Concordia
More info: The office accepts Cash, Check, Amex, Debit, Discover, MasterCard, PayPal, Visa, and Care Credit.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
“A place to conquer your dental struggles”
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I felt very comfortable from the minute I sat in the chair. Dr. Aldrich is friendly, professional and very thorough. She took the time to explain what was happening and why. She also gave me options and let me make decisions best for me. It was also nice to relate on a personal level. I feel she is honest and sincere both as a Dentist and as a person.
“Very positive experience!”
I felt very comfortable from the minute I sat in the chair. Dr. Aldrich is friendly, professional and very thorough. She took the time to explain what was happening and why. She also gave me options and let me make decisions best for me. It was also nice to relate on a personal level. I feel she is honest and sincere both as a Dentist and as a person.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
very pleasant and professional
“Reassuring”
very pleasant and professional
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
This was my first visit to the office since I am in Salem traveling and I had a small emergency due to a chipped tooth. Riverbend Dental could take me in on short notice and fixed my chipped tooth quickly and without any pain. I am definitely planning to come to this office again if I am in the area.
“Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional”
This was my first visit to the office since I am in Salem traveling and I had a small emergency due to a chipped tooth. Riverbend Dental could take me in on short notice and fixed my chipped tooth quickly and without any pain. I am definitely planning to come to this office again if I am in the area.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Dr. Aldrich is friendly and professional and takes the time to do things right.
“Very professional and competent!”
Dr. Aldrich is friendly and professional and takes the time to do things right.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
They listen, they are kind and they are gentle.
“I love this place!”
They listen, they are kind and they are gentle.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Aldrich. She is very knowledgeable, caring, and took the time to explain things clearly.
“visit to establish care, discuss some small dental problems”
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Aldrich. She is very knowledgeable, caring, and took the time to explain things clearly.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
My wife and I have been with Riverbend since their beginning and we could not be happier. Dr. Aldrich has always had our best interest in mind and I have never felt like she has pushed any unreasonable procedures or diagnosis during any of my visits. Overall it is a great experience and that is hard to say when your talking about going to the dentist.
“Dr. A is fantastic!”
My wife and I have been with Riverbend since their beginning and we could not be happier. Dr. Aldrich has always had our best interest in mind and I have never felt like she has pushed any unreasonable procedures or diagnosis during any of my visits. Overall it is a great experience and that is hard to say when your talking about going to the dentist.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I was very impressed with both the care and service that I experienced.
“Great care and service!”
I was very impressed with both the care and service that I experienced.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I HIGHLY recommend coming here. The staff treat you with overall respect and care. I see myself staying with them for the rest of my years.
“Best Dental Clinic”
I HIGHLY recommend coming here. The staff treat you with overall respect and care. I see myself staying with them for the rest of my years.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I know I am well taken care of with my dental care and now my rest at night. This office cares about the whole person. Thank you for giving me my sleep back.
“Sleeping again! I love my oral appliance for my sleep apnea!”
I know I am well taken care of with my dental care and now my rest at night. This office cares about the whole person. Thank you for giving me my sleep back.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Dr. Aldrich is an exceptionally kind, personable professional. I love ALL the staff at this dental clinic. I can not say enough positive things about the care and kindness of each person.
“Absolutely Exceptional”
Dr. Aldrich is an exceptionally kind, personable professional. I love ALL the staff at this dental clinic. I can not say enough positive things about the care and kindness of each person.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Dr. Michelle Aldrich, whom I have been seeing since 2012, has always been professional and courteous during my appointments and cleanings. My dental health has significantly improved, in addition to my overall knowledge of personal dental hygiene, since coming to Riverbend Dental. I've never had a more attentive and educational dental office than Riverbend; doctors, hygienists, and staff alike are knowledgeable and helpful, and combined with their state-of-the-art equipment and over-the-top amenities to make each client comfortable, I have been consistently blown away by this dental practice. The staff has never disappointed me with their steadfast friendliness and competence. Dr. Aldrich is such an advocate for overall health, which I experienced first hand this past month. Just recently, I came down with a mysterious illness, with the symptoms effecting my mouth and throat. Being unable to see my general physician day-of, I called Riverbend Dental out of desperation, and was so relieved that Dr. Aldrich insisted on seeing me immediately, for which I was extremely grateful. After my examination, Dr. Aldrich insisted on ordering specific prescriptions to bring relief to my symptoms, and called in an antibiotic to get on board while I waited to see my general physician the following day. She was very informative, explaining in great detail her hypotheses for my symptoms, and offering some advice for home care, as well as giving me correct verbiage to explain during my doctor's visit. She went above and beyond to ensure that the Riverbend staff would follow up with me in the following days and weeks, and made detailed notes during both my initial and follow-up visits. Simply put, it's just so nice to feel like your health is a priority, and Dr. Aldrich and the Riverbend staff have always gone above and beyond to make me feel like an invaluable client. They leveled with me and were very patient with my questions about my symptoms, which they always do during my visits, and encouraged me to call if I had any additional questions or concerns. I have to admit, Dr. Aldrich and the RIverbend staff were phenomenally more helpful during this unexpected illness than my physician's office (and I really can't complain about my doctor, if that puts things into perspective). I give full marks to Dr. Aldrich and her staff, not just for their superb care and service over the past few years, but also for this specific incident where I felt like my health was paramount to them. (I only give 4/5 on Accuracy of Diagnosis, as we could never pinpoint just what it was that I contracted. Not because the doctor was incompetent, but simply because that's just how things go sometimes.) Thank you to everyone at Riverbend, especially Dr. Aldrich for being an outstanding dentist, Kimberly for being the most kind and understanding hygienist, and to Jordan for always bringing good humor and cheer to the front desk. I will continue to say nothing but the highest of praises for Riverbend and your team. Thank you for making dental care something to look forward to (massage chairs, neck warmers, blankets, movies, ohmygosh), and for keeping me healthy in more ways than one. With deepest gratitude, Jessica H.
“Extremely Helpful Exam and Diagnosis during Illness”
Dr. Michelle Aldrich, whom I have been seeing since 2012, has always been professional and courteous during my appointments and cleanings. My dental health has significantly improved, in addition to my overall knowledge of personal dental hygiene, since coming to Riverbend Dental. I've never had a more attentive and educational dental office than Riverbend; doctors, hygienists, and staff alike are knowledgeable and helpful, and combined with their state-of-the-art equipment and over-the-top amenities to make each client comfortable, I have been consistently blown away by this dental practice. The staff has never disappointed me with their steadfast friendliness and competence. Dr. Aldrich is such an advocate for overall health, which I experienced first hand this past month. Just recently, I came down with a mysterious illness, with the symptoms effecting my mouth and throat. Being unable to see my general physician day-of, I called Riverbend Dental out of desperation, and was so relieved that Dr. Aldrich insisted on seeing me immediately, for which I was extremely grateful. After my examination, Dr. Aldrich insisted on ordering specific prescriptions to bring relief to my symptoms, and called in an antibiotic to get on board while I waited to see my general physician the following day. She was very informative, explaining in great detail her hypotheses for my symptoms, and offering some advice for home care, as well as giving me correct verbiage to explain during my doctor's visit. She went above and beyond to ensure that the Riverbend staff would follow up with me in the following days and weeks, and made detailed notes during both my initial and follow-up visits. Simply put, it's just so nice to feel like your health is a priority, and Dr. Aldrich and the Riverbend staff have always gone above and beyond to make me feel like an invaluable client. They leveled with me and were very patient with my questions about my symptoms, which they always do during my visits, and encouraged me to call if I had any additional questions or concerns. I have to admit, Dr. Aldrich and the RIverbend staff were phenomenally more helpful during this unexpected illness than my physician's office (and I really can't complain about my doctor, if that puts things into perspective). I give full marks to Dr. Aldrich and her staff, not just for their superb care and service over the past few years, but also for this specific incident where I felt like my health was paramount to them. (I only give 4/5 on Accuracy of Diagnosis, as we could never pinpoint just what it was that I contracted. Not because the doctor was incompetent, but simply because that's just how things go sometimes.) Thank you to everyone at Riverbend, especially Dr. Aldrich for being an outstanding dentist, Kimberly for being the most kind and understanding hygienist, and to Jordan for always bringing good humor and cheer to the front desk. I will continue to say nothing but the highest of praises for Riverbend and your team. Thank you for making dental care something to look forward to (massage chairs, neck warmers, blankets, movies, ohmygosh), and for keeping me healthy in more ways than one.
With deepest gratitude,
Jessica H.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Exceptional. This is an amazing staff. I don't dread going to the dentist. Dr. Aldrich is both professional and personally warm.
“Exceptional!”
Exceptional. This is an amazing staff. I don't dread going to the dentist. Dr. Aldrich is both professional and personally warm.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Excellent care!
“Dr. Aldrich provides excellent treatment as well as her staff.”
Excellent care!
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I highly reccommend her to everyone
“An amazing dentist.”
I highly reccommend her to everyone
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I had no discomfort throughout my visit. Dr.Aldrich was very kind and cared if I was comfortable. I was the first thought through out the process and my discomfort was taken into account. Thank you for taking good care of me today
“Caring and gentle”
I had no discomfort throughout my visit. Dr.Aldrich was very kind and cared if I was comfortable. I was the first thought through out the process and my discomfort was taken into account. Thank you for taking good care of me today
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Riverbend is great. You do such good work. I am well taken care of.
“Friendly, Fast and Thorough!”
Riverbend is great. You do such good work. I am well taken care of.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
The care, attention to detail, humor, and downright awesome personality make every one of the dental experiences I have had at Riverbend Dental, a genuine pleasure. To get personal, the 4 crowns I have had done by Dr. Aldrich are my favorite teeth!! ; ) Without question or debate, I just flat-out love the entire staff at Riverbend Dental. Thank you!! NBC
“There is no one better”
The care, attention to detail, humor, and downright awesome personality make every one of the dental experiences I have had at Riverbend Dental, a genuine pleasure. To get personal, the 4 crowns I have had done by Dr. Aldrich are my favorite teeth!! ; )
Without question or debate, I just flat-out love the entire staff at Riverbend Dental. Thank you!!
NBC
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Very good
“i shall return!!!”
Very good
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Got my first cleaning in 5 years expected lots of pain bleeding and cringing and had none Sarah was so gentle and calming. Riverbend will absolutley be our family dentist.
“Great Expiernce”
Got my first cleaning in 5 years expected lots of pain bleeding and cringing and had none Sarah was so gentle and calming. Riverbend will absolutley be our family dentist.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Before coming to Riverbend, i was not faithful to my dental health. I was frightened and anxious about the dentist. I always joked that I had three kids and no drugs, but take me to the dentist and I'm a huge baby. I can proudly say that i have been a faithful patient and Kimberly is the reason. She does EVERYTHING possible to make sure I'm comfortable and happy. She cares and she's patient. Thank you so much Kimberly. You are a part of the reason i'm healthy and for that I'm grateful
“Kimberly is the most awesome”
Before coming to Riverbend, i was not faithful to my dental health. I was frightened and anxious about the dentist. I always joked that I had three kids and no drugs, but take me to the dentist and I'm a huge baby.
I can proudly say that i have been a faithful patient and Kimberly is the reason. She does EVERYTHING possible to make sure I'm comfortable and happy. She cares and she's patient. Thank you so much Kimberly. You are a part of the reason i'm healthy and for that I'm grateful
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Very professional, pleasant atmosphere, people enjoy their work, makes for a pleasant time. Kimberly, hygienist, is a joy to have working on me.
“Very Professional”
Very professional, pleasant atmosphere, people enjoy their work, makes for a pleasant time. Kimberly, hygienist, is a joy to have working on me.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I was very impressed with both the care and service that I experienced.
“Great care and service!”
I was very impressed with both the care and service that I experienced.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Exceptional!
“Excellent service, equipment and techniques!”
Exceptional!
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
Always Great!
“I love (!!!) this staff and dental team! They are very caring, professional and thorough.”
Always Great!
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
The office staff and physician are exceedingly kind, reassuring,knowledgeable and patient.
“I am, by nature, terrified to come to a dentist, but this has been a reassuring and calming visit.”
The office staff and physician are exceedingly kind, reassuring,knowledgeable and patient.
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
very friendly and knowledgable, just wonderful
“Wonderful service”
very friendly and knowledgable, just wonderful
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
I've seen both Doctors now and am so impressed with the way I've been treated. Best place I have ever been for being a place you don't want to be!
“awesome . So nice and professional. All of them here are. Highly recommend these folks. ”
I've seen both Doctors now and am so impressed with the way I've been treated. Best place I have ever been for being a place you don't want to be!
Riverbend Dental and Sleep - 1285 Wallace Road NW
My kids have been seeing Dr. Aldrich for the last few years. She is so patient and willing to explain everything. We really like that!
“We really appreciate her.”
My kids have been seeing Dr. Aldrich for the last few years. She is so patient and willing to explain everything. We really like that!
Comment - “ A place to conquer your dental struggles ”
Words cannot describe how I feel however my new & improved smile says it all! Dr. Aldridge & Hygienist, Kimberley, has my best interest in mind. Both are best described as supportive, honest, and empowering. Riverbend Dental’s wholistic team approach has made my dental journey worthwhile and inclusive of my desired outcome. Jordan, Michelle, & Renae equally exemplifies the support & attention to awesome patient care. Simply: mahalo a nui loa aka thank you very much!