Gentle Dental Care

Gentle Dental Care in Battle Creek, MI, operates under the practice of Earl E. Gaball, DDS, and is also frequently referred to as Smile Dental Clinic. This dental practice is committed to delivering gentle, compassionate, and personalized dental care. Their core philosophy revolves around "fear-free dentistry," acknowledging and addressing common dental anxieties. To achieve this, they offer various sedation options, including nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation, to help patients relax during procedures. The clinic provides a wide range of services, encompassing general and preventive dentistry, such as routine cleanings, oral exams, and oral cancer screenings. They also offer restorative procedures like fillings, crowns, bridges, partial and complete dentures, root canal therapy, and extractions. For cosmetic enhancements, they provide services such as porcelain veneers, in-office and take-home whitening, and Invisalign® treatment. Gentle Dental Care emphasizes the use of advanced technology to enhance patient comfort and treatment precision. This includes digital X-rays, which significantly reduce radiation exposure, and laser dentistry, utilizing diode lasers for more comfortable and conservative treatments for various oral conditions, including periodontal (gum) procedures. The team, including Dr. Earl E. Gaball and Dr. Sajjad, is dedicated to building strong patient relationships by providing exceptional care in a relaxed and convenient atmosphere. They are known for taking the time to explain treatment options thoroughly and ensuring patients feel at ease throughout their visit. Patient testimonials frequently highlight the staff's friendliness, professionalism, and the doctors' gentle approach, often noting how their dental anxieties are effectively managed. The practice serves Battle Creek and surrounding communities in southern Michigan, including Marshall, Kalamazoo, Athens, Climax, Albion, Charlotte, Jackson, Hastings, and Galesburg.