STEVENSON SMITH DMD - Key Persons

Dr. Oscar Edward Smith had an incredible journey to become a dentist. Born in a family of seasonal migrant workers, Oscar loved flying and became a pilot. Later, as a master of the Stearman PT 13 aircraft, he came to be a Flight Squadron Commander in Pensacola, Florida, training pilots for World War II. After the war, he went to the University of Oregon and later on to North Pacific Dental College (which later would become the University of Oregon Dental School). He began practicing in 1953 as one of the first pediatric dentists in Eugene. He and his wife Delila had 7 children.

Dr. Steve practiced dentistry for over 40 years in the Eugene/Springfield community. After graduating from the University of Oregon Dental School (later to become Oregon Health and Sciences University) he joined his father Oscar in the family practice in 1973. The father/son tandem practiced together for 7 years at their 1405 Mill Street office. Throughout the years, Dr. Steve has been known for his ability to put children at ease and guide them through dental care. Dr. Steve has also been recognized for his commitment to dentistry in Oregon as he has served as trustee, vice president, and president of the Oregon Dental Association. He and his wife Linda are the parents of 5 children and 24 grandchildren.

Job Titles:

• Member of the American Dental Association

Dr. Stevenson loves being in a family of dentists. Born and raised in Eugene, he graduated from Pleasant Hill High School - go Billies! He received his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University and later his Doctorate from OHSU School of dentistry in 2012. Dr. Stevenson is a current member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Oregon Dental Association, Lane County Dental Society, and Exploring Excellence Study Club. Dr. Stevenson and his wife Marissa have a son and three daughters. He loves riding his bike to work and feeding his three hogs, Fish, Chips, and Vinegar.