Monday 9:00-6:00
Tuesday 9:00-6:00
Wednesday 9:00-4:00
Thursday 8:00-5:00
Friday 8:00-3:00
Saturday Closed
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At Gentle Dental we understand that major dental needs can come up when you least expect them. That’s why we accept most insurance plans and payment options including cash, major credit cards, and discount plans.
We proudly accept Kaiser Permanente insurance plans and options at Gentle Dental. Our skilled staff can help answer and clarify issues regarding benefits and payments as well as work with you to ensure you get the most out of your existing Kaiser Permanente Dental plan.
If you have questions regarding if your Kaiser Permanente insurance plan is accepted or around which payment plan is right for you, don’t hesitate to reach out to us, our team is here to help guide you.
Please call us to schedule your appointment or fill out our request an appointment form.
New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance. Services provided by an Arizona certified dentist.
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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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LEARN ABOUT US
Conveniently located at 645 9th Street NW #110, Gentle Dental West Salem caters to patients living in and around Salem, Oregon, including Highland, Grant, and South Central.
At Gentle Dental West Salem, we take a patient-first approach with friendly and convenient dentistry options. We pride ourselves on building relationships for life with our patients by providing a great patient experience, service excellence for all your dental needs, and education to help maintain good oral health and overall well-being.
Our skilled team of dentists provide gentle, compassionate, and personalized family dentistry for patients of all ages, including children’s and teen dentistry. Using new technologies and the latest techniques, we can help you with all types of general dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, periodontics and endodontics, oral surgery, teeth whitening, and more.
Since many patients are concerned with the appearance of their smiles, we also offer comprehensive cosmetic dental procedures. This includes effective whitening treatments and durable veneers that look completely natural, as well as traditional orthodontics and Invisalign clear aligners to straighten your teeth.
To make your life easier, our office has flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings and Saturdays for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans and offer our Gentle Dental Smile Plan for those without insurance. This plan provides low cost preventive and diagnostic care and discounts of 20% or more on all dental treatment. To maximize affordability, we also have payment plans available as needed.
Stop in and see us at 645 Ninth Street NW, Suite 110 in Salem, Oregon. We are located next to the Pointe at Glen Creek, close to Gilgamesh Brewing. Our office also has convenient, handicap-accessible parking. To set up an appointment or for further assistance, please call us at 971-900-5598. One of our friendly staff members will be happy to speak with you.
WHO WE ARE
Our general dentistry services take care of the daily dental needs of you and your family.
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Our cosmetic services include a variety of treatments for patients looking to enhance their smiles.
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Our extensive network of neighborhood practitioners make it easy to find dental specialists.
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Gentle Dental accepts most dental insurance plans and options. If you do not see your insurance plan below, contact us and we will be happy to assist in confirming your existing insurance provider.
CIGNA HMO
CIGNA PPO
AETNA DMO
METLIFE PPO
TDA HMO
DELTA AZ-PPO
EDS HMO
UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO
AETNA PPO
ASSURANT UDC HMO
DELTACARE PMI HMO
HEALTHCOMP
HUMANA PPO
DELTA DENTAL GEORGIA
DELTA CA-PPO
UNITED CONCORDIA PPO
ASSURANT FORTIS PPO
DELTA MN - WELLS FARGO
...and many more.
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If you have dental insurance and are concerned about coverage do not hesitate to reach out to our friendly staff. Our team here at Gentle Dental will help you with any payment or insurance questions you may have and will work closely with you to help you get the most out of your dental plan.
Gentle Dental aims to be as gentle on your wallet as our dentists are when providing treatment. Our professional staff will help you get the most from your dental insurance benefits and explain any deductibles and co-pays to you.
Payment options include cash, major credit cards, discount plans, and private financing.
The Gentle Dental Smile Plan is perfect if you don’t have dental insurance and offers significant savings. The plan has no waiting period, involves no paperwork, and covers all pre-existing conditions.
You can enroll as an individual, couple or family and receive significant discounts on preventative services including exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and x-rays, as well as a host of other dental services. All other services including specialty care such as extractions, root canals, and orthodontics are discounted 20% from our list prices.
The Smile Plan is effective immediately and there are no claim forms to fill out and no maximums. Seniors 62 and older receive additional discounts on enrollment fees and parents can keep children on their family plan until age 26.
Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for everyone to obtain quality dental care at an affordable price.
To sign up or for questions, please visit www.gdsmileplan.com or call us at 800-277-1112.
You can also enroll at one of our locations.
We understand that you don’t always have the cash at hand, that’s why we accept most major credit cards and offer flexible financing options which can be helpful if you require more extensive work, orthodontics, or cosmetic procedures that aren’t covered by insurance. These plans can offer:
We want to make paying for dental services as easy as possible. For more information, call us toll-free at 1-800-GENTLE1 to get in touch with the Gentle Dental Office in your neighborhood.
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FRIENDLY, CONVENIENT & FLEXIBLE
Our experienced Dental Professionals use the latest techniques to be as gentle as possible.
We accept most insurance plans, have a discount plan for those without, and offer flexible payment options.
We make your life easier with convenient hours including evenings and weekends.
D.D.S, M.A., M.S., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Kess says, “I love giving my patients great smiles! Nothing is more rewarding than taking a person who is embarrassed to smile and making it so they won’t stop smiling!”
After graduating from The Ohio State University, Dr. Kess received his Dental Degree and his Orthodontics training from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontics. Dr. Kess says, “I am a second generation Orthodontist and I have been interested in being an Orthodontist my whole life!”
Dr. Kess says, “I just moved to Arizona from Cleveland, Ohio, and I’m looking forward to not seeing snow anymore! I enjoy golf, jogging and spending time with my kids.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Food Technology–The Ohio State University
M.A.., Education–The Ohio State University
D.D.S.–The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
M.S., Orthodontics–The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
Board Certified, American Association of Orthodontics
Education
B.S., Food Technology–The Ohio State University
M.A.., Education–The Ohio State University
D.D.S.–The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
M.S., Orthodontics–The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
Affiliations
Board Certified, American Association of Orthodontics
DDS, General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Chow says, “I enjoy making a difference in peoples lives, whether it is easing a patients anxiety, taking them out of pain or improving their smile and confidence.”
“I broke my front tooth playing basketball when I was in high school. In order to fix the tooth, I went through getting a root canal, crown, braces, and gum surgery which opened my eyes to the field of dentistry.”
After graduating from the University of Arizona, Dr. Chow received his Dental Degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chow says, “I enjoy spending time with my wife and 2 year old son. I enjoy watching TV, movies and playing basketball.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–University of Arizona
D.D.S.–UCLA School of Dentistry
D.D.S., General Dentist
Dr. Vivian Nguyen, DDS has been practicing Dentistry for over 11 years. She received her undergraduate degree from The Illinois Institute of Technology. Dr. Nguyen graduated with High Honors while majoring in Chemical Engineering with a speciality in Biomedical Engineering. She earner her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The University of Illinois at Chicago. Based on her skills and abilities while at UIC, Dr. Nguyen had the honor of being included into a small group selected to complete an Advanced Dental Curriculum. Since graduating dental school, she has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education in many areas of dentistry such as Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Dental Implants and Orthodontics to name a few. Dr. Nguyen considers herself a Family Dentist and treats patients of all ages. She is detail oriented and takes pride in her ability to satisfy both the needs and the wants of her patients.
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