Keizer, OR (March 19, 2025) – Gentle Dental, an InterDent supported brand and trusted leader in oral health care with over 160 locations across eight states, is proud to announce the opening of its first Gentle Dental Kids office in Keizer, Oregon. Conveniently located at 3836 River Road North, next to Subway and across the street from Bi-Mart, this new state-of-the-art pediatric dental office is designed to provide an exceptional, friendly and gentle dental experience tailored to children of all ages and needs.
Equipped with special features to entertain, soothe, and create a welcoming atmosphere for pediatric patients, the cheerfully decorated office boasts secluded treatment rooms, each with ceiling-mounted TVs and radio stations with individual volume controls, as well as specialty lighting, backwall and ceiling projections for a fun, personalized, and focused environment.
“At Gentle Dental, we believe that oral health is paramount to overall health and well-being,” said Shane McCarthy, Chief Operating Officer of InterDent Service Corporation. “With the launch of Gentle Dental Kids, we are furthering our commitment to making high-quality, accessible pediatric dental care a reality for families in Keizer and beyond. Our goal is to create an environment where children feel comfortable, engaged, and excited about taking care of their smiles.”
Gentle Dental Kids Keizer offers a full range of dental services from routine preventive care, orthodontics, and emergency services, to extractions, minor oral surgery, restorative, and special needs dentistry. The office is led by Dr. Katherine Sonoda, D.M.D., M.P.H., and a highly trained pediatric-focused team dedicated to patient care.
“As dental professionals, we take personal accountability for providing high-quality care.” said Dr. Sonoda. “We want every child to have a positive dental experience, one that encourages them to build lifelong habits for a healthy and confident smile.”
Gentle Dental Kids Keizer is open Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:00pm. To schedule an appointment, call (503) 383-1289 or visit www.gentledentalkidskeizer.com.
About Gentle Dental and InterDent: InterDent was founded over 30 years ago and supports over 160 dental practices across eight states, employing more than 450 dentists. Through brands like Gentle Dental®, Blue Oak Dental®, and Smile Keepers, InterDent provides comprehensive general, cosmetic, and specialty dental care across eight states: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Washington.
For more information, visit www.interdent.com or www.interdent.com/gentle-dental.