Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Residency Program
Better lives through total health, starting with a smile
The Kaiser Permanente Dental / Permanente Dental Group Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Residency Program is a CODA-accredited, community-based residency designed to prepare dentists for the future of integrated, patient-centered oral health care. It is a collaborative partnership with the University of Washington.
As one of the nation’s largest independent, dentist-led, multispecialty dental groups, Permanente Dental Group provides residents with a unique opportunity to train within a fully integrated medical-dental care model serving nearly 300,000 Kaiser Permanente Dental members across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Residents gain advanced clinical experience in comprehensive dentistry while working alongside experienced general dentists, specialists, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams committed to evidence-based care, prevention, access, and total health.
Mission
Is to develop clinically excellent, compassionate, and adaptable dentists who improve lives through integrated oral health care, lifelong learning, service, and collaboration.
Our program emphasizes:
- Evidence-based dentistry
- Person-centered care
- Medical-dental integration
- Equity in access and outcomes
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Leadership and professional growth
- Community engagement and service
Vision
To be the leading dental group through total health — for patients, the people who care for them, and the communities we serve.
Patient Population
With over 280,000 dental members, Kaiser Permanente Dental serves a significant portion of the dental market in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The patient population is concentrated primarily within the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area, extending down the Interstate 5 corridor to Salem and Eugene, and stretching north to Longview, Washington. The majority of dental patients are covered through commercial employer-sponsored plans or Medicare. Kaiser Permanente is a major choice for large public and private employers in the region, including state and local government groups.
Clinical Services/Experiences
Residents will gain experience in and/or exposure to:
- Comprehensive restorative dentistry
- Oral surgery and extractions, including grafting and 3rd molar removal
- Implant placement and restoration
- Fixed and removable prosthodontics
- Endodontics, including molar endodontics
- Surgical Periodontics
- Pediatric and adolescent dentistry
- Emergency and urgent dental care
- Treatment planning and interdisciplinary care
Sites
About
- Located in Vancouver, WA
- Faculty: Dr. Felix Lee, DMD
- 24 years practicing dentistry
- 26 opertories
- Total number of patient visits generated by dental department in past year: 8393
- Clinic schedule: 4 days/week 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
- Minimum of 40 hours per week on site
Location
Cascade Park Dental Office
12711 SE Mill Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98684
Dr. Felix Lee
Dr. Felix Lee received his Doctor of Dental Medicine in 2000, from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), School of Dentistry.
He is a native Oregonian and was raised in Beaverton. He moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan, after high school, where he earned his undergraduate degree in biology at the University of Michigan. After that, he returned home to attend dental school at OHSU. After dental school, he received additional training in public health dentistry and enjoyed a stint in that field before joining Kaiser Permanente in 2002.
As a general dentist, he helps patients achieve overall wellness through oral health. He works with his patients through various treatment options and helps them build healthy habits that lead to oral wellness. He offers a broad scope of care for his patients with an emphasis on prevention, which plays a big part in his day-to-day role.
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About
- Located in Vancouver, WA
- Faculty: Dr. Matthew Chung, DDS
- 17+ years practicing dentistry
- 24 opertories
- Total number of patient visits generated by dental department in past year: 9824
- Clinic schedule: 4 days/week 7:00AM – 6:00 PM.
- Minimum of 40 hours per week on site
Location
Salmon Creek Dental Office
14406 NE 20th Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98686
Dr. Matthew Chung
Dr. Matthew Chung received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in 2008. Driven by a genuine desire to help others, Dr. Chung is particularly passionate about the opportunity dentistry provides for both local and international mission work.
In his practice, Dr. Chung is committed to delivering patient-centered care, aiming to make every visit as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Outside the office, he is an avid snowboarder, hiker, pickleballer, and traveler who also enjoys unwinding with a good movie at home.
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About
- Located in Longview, WA
- Faculty: Dr. Dylan Sorber, DMD
- 9 years practicing dentistry. Completed a General Practice Residency (GPR)
- 10 opertories
- Total number of patient visits generated by dental department in past year: 4641
- Clinic schedule: 4 days/week 7:00AM – 6:00PM.
- Minimum of 40 hours per week on site
Location
Longview Dental Office
1230 7th Ave.
Longview, WA 98632
Dr. Dylan Sorber
Dr. Dylan Sorber received his Doctor of Dental Medicine in 2014, from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), School of Dentistry. He is a lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, having completed his undergraduate degree at Linfield College, dental training at OHSU, and general practice residency at the Portland VA Hospital.
As a general dentist, he enjoys all aspects of dentistry with a particular focus on oral surgery procedures. He works with his patients to deliver personalized treatment that will lead to their optimum oral health.
In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, camping, coaching, and caring for his yard.
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Highlights of things to do in the surrounding area
Portland and Southwest Washington offer an exceptional blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and everyday livability that’s hard to find anywhere else. Within minutes of the city, you can hike Forest Park, explore waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge, or take a scenic drive out to the Oregon Coast or Mount Hood. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy how easy it is to experience all four seasons, with endless opportunities for biking, kayaking, trail running, and weekend getaways.
Portland is known for its acclaimed food scene, with award-winning restaurants, food cart pods, farmers markets, craft breweries, and local coffee shops that give each neighborhood its own personality. Southwest Washington communities offer a slightly quieter pace while still providing easy access to the city, along with growing dining scenes, family-friendly neighborhoods, and beautiful riverfronts.
Residents appreciate the balance between urban amenities and access to nature, a strong sense of community, and a culture that values sustainability, creativity, and well-being.