Gentle Dental

Gentle Dental is a well-established and expansive dental care brand, operating a network of neighborhood dental offices across several states, including New England, the West Coast, and parts of the Midwest. The brand is committed to making quality dental care accessible and affordable for families and individuals. History and Philosophy: While the specific "Gentle Dental" location in Green Valley, Henderson, NV, is part of a larger network, Gentle Dental as a brand has a history spanning over 45 years, with some branches like Gentle Dental of New England founded by pioneering dentists Dr. Ron Weissman and Dr. Sam Shames. The core philosophy revolves around creating healthy, confident smiles for life by providing personalized, multispecialty care in a convenient and affordable manner. They aim to reduce barriers to optimal oral health, focusing on a "gentle touch" and comfortable patient experience. Services Offered: Gentle Dental provides a comprehensive suite of dental services, addressing a wide range of oral health needs. These include: Preventive Care: Routine dental exams, teeth cleanings, oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. General Dentistry: Fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, and root canals. Specialty Care: Many Gentle Dental offices offer on-site specialists, including orthodontists (for braces and Invisalign), periodontists (gum disease treatment), pedodontists (pediatric dentistry), and oral and maxillofacial surgeons (for procedures like wisdom teeth extractions and dental implants). Cosmetic Dentistry: Teeth whitening, veneers, and other aesthetic treatments to enhance smiles. Emergency Dental Care: Many locations offer same-day emergency appointments and after-hours on-call services. Patient Experience and Accessibility: Gentle Dental prioritizes patient comfort and convenience. They offer: Flexible Scheduling: Including evening and weekend appointments to accommodate busy schedules. Convenient Locations: Strategically placed offices to be easily accessible to communities. Modern Technology: Investments in technology such as all-digital records, low-radiation X-rays, 3D scanning, intraoral cameras, and in select locations, CEREC machines for same-day crowns and laser dentistry. Affordable Options: They accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible payment solutions, including in-house discount plans and partnerships with financing options like CareCredit. New patient offers are also common. Patient-First Approach: Their highly trained staff and award-winning dentists focus on creating personalized treatment plans with empathy and care. Corporate Structure: Gentle Dental operates under various parent companies depending on the region. For instance, many Gentle Dental offices in the western states, including the one in Henderson, NV, are supported by InterDent Service Corporation, which also supports other brands like Smile Keepers and Blue Oak Dental. In New England, Gentle Dental is often associated with 42 North Dental. This distributed structure allows for localized management while maintaining a consistent brand standard.