Full Service Dentistry

We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive care to all of our patients. Here at Portland North Dental Associates we do more than just cleanings and fillings.

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Office Hours


MO:8am to 4:30pm
TU:8am to 4:30pm
WE:8am to 12pm
TH:8am to 4:30pm
FR-SU:Closed

Our Services

We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive care to all of our patients.

Dr. Robert DeRice

Dr. Robert DeRice

Dr. Robert DeRice is a Portland native. He is a graduate of Cheverus High School, Bowdoin College, and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He is a general dentist who began practicing in Portland in 1977.
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Dr. Christopher Pochebit

Dr. Christopher Pochebit

Dr. Christopher Pochebit, a Portland native, graduated from Cheverus High School where he became a decorated athlete in hockey, football and lacrosse. Dr. Pochebit went on to major in Biotechnology at Endicott College with a pre-medical focus while playing collegiate football.
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Our Philosophy

At Portland North Dental Associates we pride ourselves on presenting a caring, friendly environment in which we provide complete state of the art dentistry. Our goal is to establish a positive dental relationship while creating and maintaining a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. As patients arrive into our office, we do everything we can to help relieve the stress and anxiety that may accompany visiting the dentist by creating a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Learn More...

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    “The people here are friendly & professional, they make sure I understand procedures being done & always give me a chance to ask questions & let them know if I have any concerns.” - Shaunna P

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    “All of the staff are extremely welcoming, friendly, and professional. Their equipment is state of the art, and their knowledge and expertise are exceptional. It is a pleasure to go there.” - Paula D

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    “I come from away and was in Portland when I suffered an unexpected dental emergency. I saw the sign on the street and pulled in. Friendly staff. Was booked immediately. No nonsense service. I was very grateful to have it handled immediately. My new tooth looks great! A nice souvenir of my visit to Portland.” - Sid C.

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    “The news was not good, however the procedures have to be done. Dr. DeRice has managed to save teeth that would have been pulled years ago.” - Earle P

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    “I recently experienced a fracture of a tooth and managed to lose an older crown. This was clearly unexpected, and I certainly did not expect to get an appointment on short notice. Well, I should have known better. Dr. DeRice and his staff worked me into an afternoon appointment for an assessment for the same day I called! After the assessment, I was scheduled for a repair session within a few days! Many thanks to Dr. DeRice and his staff and also to the patient who likely gave up a slot so that I could receive treatment!! I have every confidence that the repair will be of the same excellent quality that my family and I have received over the years!” - Gary R.

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    “Dr. DeRice is incredibly knowledgeable and I completely trust him. He has a good sense of humor, and he spends as much time as you need answering questions. His assistant, Ramon, is easy going, gentle, smart, and also has a great sense of humor. He even gave me advice for a cruise I'm about to take! He made the "flipper" for the tooth I had pulled and it was amazing. You couldn't tell at all that I had something other than my real tooth. Then there's Christine, the office manager/receptionist. She is amazing! She works very hard to save me money through my insurance and does whatever she possibly can to schedule appointments that meet my schedule. She makes me laugh and even though she's very professional, she doesn't mind joking around. Great office, great people to see for a not such a fun reason!” - Pam Kilborn

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    “I never regret showing up for my appointments at this outstanding business. The entire staff is gracious, friendly and caring. My dental cleanings are thorough and easy to endure. Shana, Amanda, Christine, Ramone and the Good Doctor DeRice are truly professional and engaging. Love the new "toys" in the shop, particularly the x-ray machine. No more gagging for me!! I strongly recommend this business to all who are looking for a clean, professional dental office.” - Rich R.

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    “I contacted Portland north dental associates to see if I could get in for a sore tooth. They were very accommodating, and I couldn’t ask for nicer more professional people! From the front desk to the actual dental visit all were exceptional! Dr. Pochebit was very knowledgeable as was his assistant Katrina. I look forward to a long relationship with them. ” - Larry D.

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    “I love this place! I actually grew up going to Brunswick Dental Health Associates with Dr. LeBourdais and I never wanted to leave because I've always had great experiences there. Since I no longer live near Brunswick, I needed to find a new dentist and a coworker recommended Portland North Dental. Turns out Dr. DeRice and Dr. LeBourdais went to school together, so I suppose I shouldn't be surprised that they both have such great offices! From the moment I walked in, Christine at the front desk made me feel welcome as a new patient with her smile and upbeat personality. She answered all my questions and went above and beyond to help me schedule my appointments and made sure I had written estimate prices of what I would pay out of pocket (after insurance) for my cavity fillings . Both of my cavity fillings were done by Dr. Pochebit and assisted by Katrina. They both made me feel very comfortable through the whole process (which was actually a painless experience). Dr. Pochebit took the time to explain things to me and he always made sure to ask me if I had any questions after the fillings. Katrina took great care of me in the dentist chair, checking in on me through the procedure to make sure I was doing okay. I enjoyed talking to them and it is clear that the staff has family-like relationships that are refreshing to see in a dental office. Lastly, I must mention my dental cleaning with Shana. She was amazing! From start to finish, she kept me updated on what she would be doing and what I was comfortable with. I felt like she genuinely cared about my dental hygiene and she made me feel like I had a beautiful smile. After the cleaning, she took the time to show me how I could improve my brushing and the difference it could make if I use an electric toothbrush. My teeth felt so smooth and clean when it was all done. I have not had a chance to meet Amanda yet, but I hear she is awesome as well. I had a small interaction with Ramon in passing, but that's all it took to conclude that he has a good sense of humor and a cheerful personality. You all have made my transition to this dental office very easy and I applaud you for the wonderful team you have and the work that you do. ” - Crysta Frost

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    “Exceptional! My experience at Portland North Dental has always been exceptional. They are friendly, courteous, knowledgeable in all their services. Have been a patient for over 20 years and have had some extraordinary work done and they have always found a solution. for my problem.” - Joanna H.