Monday 8:00-5:00
Tuesday 8:00-5:00
Wednesday 7:00-3:00
Thursday 8:00-5:00
Friday 8:00-2:00
Saturday by appointment only
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New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance. Services provided by an Arizona certified dentist.
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Includes new patient exam and full mouth X-Rays.
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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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LEARN ABOUT US
The Heritage Plaza Gentle Dental is conveniently located in Heritage Plaza at the northwest corner of North Shannon Road and West Ina Road. Our office is south of LA Fitness and north of Einstein Bros. Bagels.
Our variety of payment options makes quality dentistry more affordable for everyone. We accept almost all major dental insurance plans, and for those without coverage we offer reduced-cost payment plans and a Dedicated Dental Plan, which reduces the cost of most procedures by 20 percent or more. For your convenience, we offer early morning, late evening, and Saturday hours, so you can make an appointment that works with your busy schedule.
Our professional team of dentists, oral surgeons, and dental hygienists offer a variety of services, including general dental care, pediatric and teen dentistry, and teeth whitening. We also specialize in crowns and cosmetic dentistry services. Every member of our staff will make sure your visit is as peaceful and pain-free as possible. Whether you’re here to have a cavity filled, to get a root canal, or for cosmetic dentistry, you’ll be treated with the thoughtful respect and consideration you deserve. We care for our patients like family.
Our facility and parking lot are both wheelchair-accessible. Call 520-612-0601 to make your Heritage Plaza Gentle Dental appointment today with one of our helpful staff members.
WHO WE ARE
SEE WHAT OUR PATIENTS HAVE TO SAY!
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
METLIFE PPO
CIGNA PPO
EDS HMO
TDA HMO
AETNA DMO
DELTA AZ-PPO
UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO
ASSURANT UDC HMO
AETNA PPO
HEALTHCOMP
SECURECARE DENTAL
DELTACARE PMI HMO
BC/BS OF AZ PPO
AMERITAS PPO
DELTA DENTAL GEORGIA
UNITED CONCORDIA PPO
...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.M.D., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Rodriguez says, ““Helping my patients to achieve and maintain excellent oral health gives me the most satisfaction from my profession, because it has a profound impact on your overall sense of well-being.”
He loves his profession because it gives him the opportunity to interact with so many people on a daily basis. He feels fortunate to have a career that allows him to improve his patients’ health, confidence and self-esteem.
After graduating from the University of Arizona, Dr. Rodriguez received his Dental Degree from the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the Arizona Dental Association and the Southern Arizona Dental Society. He also speaks Spanish.
Away from the office, Dr. Rodriguez likes snow skiing, hiking and keeping up with Arizona sports: Go Wildcats!
EDUCATION
B.S., Microbiology–University of Arizona
D.M.D.–Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
Arizona Dental Association
Southern Arizona Dental Society
D.D.S. Orthodontist
Dr. Slivka says, “I enjoy creating a fun, friendly, and family atmosphere while providing the state-of-the-art in orthodontic therapy and dentofacial orthopedics. It’s the art of creating beautiful smiles and building lifelong relationships.”
After graduating from Ohio State University, Dr. Slivka received his Dental Degree from the College of Dentistry at Ohio State University. He received his Orthodontics Certificate from the New York University College of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Dentists and the American Board of Orthodontics.
Dr. Slivka says, “In my free time I enjoy reading, writing, sculpture, surfing, and other outdoor adventures like white water rafting.”
B.S., Human Nutrition–The Ohio State University
D.D.S.–College of Dentistry, The Ohio State University
Orthodontics Certificate–New York University College of Dentistry
American Dental Association
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Dentists
American Board of Orthodontics
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