Our Approach

Dr. Darin O’Bryan was born in Red Wing, Minnesota, and spent much of his childhood moving across the United States. He returned to Minnesota to graduate from the University of Minnesota Dental School in 1996. Afterward, he became a partner in a large group practice in Minneapolis, where he practiced until 2004. Seeking a change, he followed family connections and relocated to the South Coast of Oregon with his wife and two daughters.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. O’Bryan serves as an Associate Professor in the OHSU Dental program and mentors multiple dental groups. He is a Faculty Club member of Spear Education and a CEREC Mentor at the Scottsdale Center for Dentistry in Arizona. In the spring of 2010, he became the official CEREC trainer for Oregon, Southern Washington, and Northern California. Once a month, Dr. O’Bryan travels to Portland and other regions to educate fellow dentists on the latest advancements in dental technology.

Beyond mentoring, Dr. O’Bryan is an active speaker, addressing dental societies and national dental classes on innovations in dentistry and his successful integration of cutting-edge technology into a small-town practice. His expertise in Cone Beam CT technology and his ability to place implants—from extraction to final restoration—have been featured in national and international dental publications.

Dr. O’Bryan has completed extensive advanced training in areas such as cosmetic restorations, implant placement, grafting, full mouth rehabilitations, and other complex dental procedures typically referred to specialists.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. O’Bryan is involved in the Coos Bay Yacht Club on Tenmile Lake, where he enjoys racing a Geary 18 sailboat with his wife and oldest daughter. Since moving to the Oregon coast in 2004, he has become a dedicated member of the local community, continuing to support and contribute to the region.

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Dr. Peter Lahti is a highly accomplished dentist dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. A proud graduate of Oregon Health & Science University, Dr. Lahti graduated with the highest honors in his class and was recognized as the top-ranked student among 69 DMD candidates. His educational journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Lewis & Clark College, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and served as a leader both academically and athletically.

Dr. Lahti’s professional excellence is underscored by numerous accolades, including induction into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society, and awards in operative dentistry, ethics, and oral pathology. His commitment to advancing dentistry extends to research, with contributions to studies on CAD/CAM ceramics, maxillary skeletal expansion, and the role of technology in enhancing care access.

Passionate about community service, Dr. Lahti has participated in humanitarian dental missions in Guatemala and Honduras, delivering much-needed care to underserved populations. He has also been an active advocate for wellness and professional development, serving in leadership roles that promote the health and growth of his peers and community.

When not in the clinic, Dr. Lahti enjoys engaging in outdoor activities, mentoring future dental professionals, and exploring innovative approaches to improve patient outcomes. His dedication to excellence, both in and out of the dental office, ensures every patient receives care that is not only thorough but also compassionate and personalized.

Dr. Lahti welcomes patients of all ages and is committed to helping them achieve healthy, confident smiles in a supportive environment.