Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Eric was born and raised in Salem, Oregon. He graduated in 1997 from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Dentistry in Portland, Oregon with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. He practiced one year in Clackamas, Oregon before moving to Vancouver, Washington and opening Padden Dental. Dr. Eric has a special interest in endodontics. “I like endodontics because it is usually associated with a patient in pain. I like to get people out of pain and by doing so their fear of dentistry reduces.

I’ve seen that transition over and over again and it creates happy and smiling patients. It is very gratifying to me whenever I can be involved in that transformation.” Dr. Dahlen lives in the Felida area of Clark County with wife Deanna, two young daughters and an Australian Labradoodle  dog named Harley. In his spare time he enjoys backpacking, exploring the Columbia Gorge, seeing new movies, running and spending time with his family.

Dr. Eric was born and raised in Salem, Oregon. He graduated in 1997 from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Dentistry in Portland, Oregon with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. He practiced one year in Clackamas, Oregon before moving to Vancouver, Washington and joining Padden Dental. Dr. Eric has a special interest in endodontics. “I like endodontics because it is usually associated with a patient in pain. I like to get people out of pain and by doing so their fear of dentistry reduces.

I’ve seen that transition over and over again and it creates happy and smiling patients. It is very gratifying to me whenever I can be involved in that transformation.” Dr. Dahlen lives in the Felida area of Clark County with wife Deanna, two young daughters and an Australian Labradoodle  dog named Harley. In his spare time he enjoys backpacking, exploring the Columbia Gorge, seeing new movies, running and spending time with his family.

Dr. Andrey Vorobets originally from Ukraine, has lived in the Pacific Northwest since the 1990s. Growing up, Dr. Vorobets realized he could play an integral role in improving people’s smiles; and, upon graduation from Evergreen High School, chose to pursue the field of dentistry. He attended Washington State University earning a major in Biology with a minor in Chemistry, earning Dean’s list recognition for both. From there, Dr. Vorobets earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from the prestigious School of Dentistry at the University of Washington. Among other awards, his demonstration of clinical excellence was recognized by being selected as a recipient of the James & Joyce Oates Scholarship! Go Dawgs!! Dr. Vorobets is passionate about helping his patients achieve better oral health. With a friendly, calm, and compassionate demeanor, he puts his patients at ease while listening to their needs and developing comprehensive patient-centered treatment recommendations. Dr. Vorobets believes in giving back to the community. He spent a month living with the Colville Indians on reservation, providing oral health education and dental treatment to this underserved community. In his free time, Dr. Vorobets enjoys discovering new favorite restaurants in the greater Portland area with his wife, Iulia, exploring trails in the Columbia Gorge, and taking on opponents on the tennis and volleyball courts.

Dr. Dahlen, Dr. Vorobets, and the team at Padden Dental look forward to helping you with your smile!! – We’re in the smile business!