Dr Nicole Apollon-Chirouze

Dr. Nicole Apollon-Chirouze ('Dr. AC') grew up on the East Coast in Maryland and slowly made her way westward. Along the journey, she fell in love with the beauty of Oregon and is proud to have called Portland home for over a decade. She graduated from Princeton University in Economics. She has a Master’s in Public Health from Drexel University in Philadelphia. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Case Western Reserve School of Dental Medicine. Most recently, she earned the Mastership of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD) – a distinction held by only 2% of dentists nationwide. This prestigious designation represents over 1,100 hours of advanced continuing education across all disciplines of dentistry and reflects her commitment to staying at the forefront of dental innovation and excellence – for the benefit of every patient she treats. She is passionate about dentistry and always looking for ways to improve her skills and knowledge. She takes many continuing education courses in implants, orthodontics, periodontics, and cosmetic techniques. She previously served as the Clinical Director of the Oregon Academy of General Dentistry (ORAGD) Mastertrack Program, and currently serves on the Continuing Education Committee for the ORAGD. Beyond the clinical work, she truly enjoys the personal relationships that naturally form from caring for patients over time. Her goal is to create a space where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their oral health. When she’s not in the office, you’ll likely find her spending time with her family, baking, cooking, gardening, hiking, or catching an indie film – soaking in all that the Pacific Northwest and Montavilla – have to offer.