Meet the Team
Dr. Matthew Kathan
I met my wife (and co-owner of Timber Dental), Dr. Molly, in Omaha, Nebraska while we were in dental school together. If I’m not working, it’s a safe bet that I’m fishing or foraging on the coast with my family.
Dr. Molly Marshall
I’m a fourth-generation dentist, I love my job. I’m co-owner of Timber Dental with my husband, Dr. Matt. When I’m not at work, I love to cook with my two little ones!
Dr. Peter Garcia
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Garcia is one of the most established Invisalign providers in Portland, and a valuable asset to the Timber Dental team.
Dr. Sharifah Eid
Dr. Eid loves to travel any chance she gets and recently she’s been getting into photography. She’s new to Portland and she’s excited to work Downtown so she can meet new people in the city.
Dr. Jae Lee
I love to explore Oregon with my family, to garden/grow things in my little suburban backyard, and to create (relatively) healthy, kid-approved, 30-minute recipes
(especially Korean and Indian foods). When I retire, my dream is to have a little farm!
Dr. Dar Afshar
Dr. Dar was raised in Salem. He did his undergrad at UO before going to Midwestern university for grad and dental school. In his free time he enjoys generally being active and watching Duck Football with friends and family. He has been practicing for 7 years with an expanded skillset in endodontics.
Dr. William Garcia
Dr. Will grew up in Detroit, MI and moved to the PNW last year. He went to undergrad at Michigan State University and dental school at the University of Detroit. Since he’s moved here, he’s gotten into disc golf and plays three to four days a week. He enjoys going to concerts and local shows.
Dr. Heather Nicholas
Dr. Heather’s bounced all around the west coast. Born in California, later moved to the Willamette Valley then Seattle. She loves spending time with her 90lb lap dog, Pucci, going to concerts, or supporting local restaurants, wineries and breweries (especially the dog-friendly ones).
Dr. Gideon Prasanth Kodali
I am an International dentist from Southern part of India. I have a one year old son and I enjoy spending time with family and playing with my son. I was always passionate about dentistry and I love to bring smiles to my patient and establish a life long relationship.
Dr. Krista Mattson
Dr. Krista Mattson has been practicing dentistry since 2012 and enjoys continuing to learn and grow as dentistry evolves. She values patient comfort and quality care while providing both restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Mattson loves to spend time with her family, including coaching her daughter’s soccer team, bike, and play tennis.
Dr. Alfred Lutaaya
Dr. Alfred is a general dentist in his third year of practice. He enjoys practicing dentistry because it allows him to not only care for patients and get to know the community he serves, it also challenges him every day to keep learning. He also values collaborating with his team and colleagues.
Dr. Pauline Flamion
Dr. Pauline was born in Belgium; grew up in Grenoble, France but spent most of her life in Michigan. She loves to explore the PNW with my husband. They love hiking whether it’s the Gorge, Mt. Hood, the coast! She loves visiting National Parks and trying new restaurants.
Dr. Marion Holden
Dr. Marion Holden says dentistry offers her a way to combine her interests in biology and medicine with her artistic and compassionate side. She enjoys continuing to learn everyday. Most of all she enjoys making meaningful connections with her patients through open and honest communication. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter outdoors as much as possible!
Dr. Michele Martin
Dr. Martin says “the best part of my profession is helping my patients overcome their fears and educating them so they can keep their smile healthy.” She loves that dentistry allows her to meet new people every day and help people improve their health, confidence, and self-esteem. In her free time, she loves crafting (knitting, sewing), baking, and cooking.
