Family-Owned Practice

Meet Dr. James Bonar
DMDFor Dr. James Bonar, dentistry is about more than teeth its about restoring confidence, comfort, and quality of life. His philosophy is simple: provide the kind of dentistry hed insist on for his own family nothing less than exceptional. Trained under world-renowned experts in advanced dental implants, bone grafting, and smile reconstruction, he brings years of experience and cutting-edge digital technology together with premium dental materials to deliver predictable, life-changing results. He understands that many patients come with fear, anxiety, or past dental trauma, and has created a judgment-free, patient-focused environment to support them. An active member of the AAID and IDIA, he exceeds continuing education requirements to ensure patients receive the very best care.
Education
- Oregon State University - B.S. Biology
- Oregon Health and Science University - DMD
Beyond Dentistry
Dr. James enjoys traveling with his wife, Molly, exploring new cultures and cuisines, spending time outdoors, and training in his home garage gym. An avid athlete, he has completed numerous triathlons and marathons, as well as the Hood to Coast relay and Seattle to Portland (STP) bike ride multiple times. As a native of Salem and third-generation dentist, he is proud to continue his familys tradition of caring for this community.

