Monday 9:00-6:00
Tuesday 9:00-6:00
Wednesday 9:00-6:00
Thursday 9:00-6:00
Friday 8:00-5:00
Saturday Closed
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LEARN ABOUT US
Located at 3440 Del Lago Blvd Suite C, Gentle Dental Del Lago is proud to serve patients in and around Escondido, California, including Lake Hodges, Kit Carson, Montelena.
At Gentle Dental Del Lago, we pride ourselves on building relationships for life with our patients. Our calm atmosphere will allow you and your children to relax before and during procedures, and our attentive and gentle team will work hard to provide you with excellent dental care.
Using new technologies and the latest techniques, we offer a wide variety of services, including cosmetic dentistry, dental veneers, dental implants, general dentistry, oral surgery, and orthodontics. We also provide oral surgery sedation for those who need it.
In addition, we offer pediatric dental services, catering specifically to small children. We highly encourage parents to bring in their children for routine check-ups at the sign of their first tooth erupting to monitor healthy tooth and jaw development.
By staying open until 6 p.m. on most weekdays, we make it easier to fit dental care into your busy schedule. There’s no need to miss work, school or important occasions. Book an appointment online, give us a call, or stop by our offices to speak to our friendly front desk associates. To maximize affordability, we also accept most major dental insurance plans, and offer payment plans and reduced rates for those without coverage.
Our mission is to ensure that your visit is as stress-free as possible. Stop by our office or call us at 760-291-8630 to schedule a consultation, cleaning or treatment with our friendly dental team and get a healthy smile you can be proud of. We are conveniently located on Del Lago Boulevard off of the Escondido Freeway in the Plaza Del Lago Center. Our office is wheelchair-accessible and located next to Chito’s Taco Shop.
WHO WE ARE
General Dentistry
Our friendly dentists, caring hygienists and helpful staff are here for your whole family.
Orthodontics
Stop hiding your smile. Get the straight teeth you’ve always wanted.
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Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic services will give you the confidence to smile bigger and brighter.
Specialty Dentistry
Our extensive network of neighborhood practitioners makes finding specialists easy.
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Pediatric Dentistry
Give your child the compassionate and thorough care they deserve.
General Dentistry
Our friendly dentists, caring hygienists and helpful staff are here for your whole family.
Orthodontics
Stop hiding your smile. Get the straight teeth you’ve always wanted.
Schedule a free consultation >
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic services will give you the confidence to smile bigger and brighter.
Specialty Dentistry
Our extensive network of neighborhood practitioners makes finding specialists easy.
Pediatric Dentistry
Give your child the compassionate and thorough care they deserve.
Going to the dentist should fit your schedule, not the other way around. We’ll get to know you and your family, work with your calendar, and keep things quick, simple, and thorough.
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D.D.S., M.S., Orthodontist
After receiving his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Berkely, Dr. Pal was accepted to The UCSF School of Dentistry at which he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery.
When asked what drew Dr. Pal to dentistry, he said “I was drawn to orthodontics because I believe it is an honor and a privilege to give someone a healthy and beautiful smile.”
Dr. Pal says his favorite part of orthodontics is always the big reveal when braces are removed! Watching patients’ faces light up in joy as they look into the mirror is very rewarding.
Dr. Pal has received the following special awards and/or recognition:
UCLA Division of Regenerative & Reconstructive Sciences Research Award
UCSF Dental Alumni Award
UCSF Community Dental Clinic: Provider of the Year
UCSF Quintessence Award
UCSF Class of 1991 Scholarship Award
Omicron Kappa Upsilon: Craig Memorial Scholarship Award
ADA Tarrson Dental School Student Community Leadership Award
Osher Scholarship
Outside of orthodontics, Dr. Pal loves playing sports, hiking, exercising, and exploring San Diego’s tasty restaurants with his wife.
Dr. Pal would like everyone to know, “I highly value communication with my patients, so they know exactly what is happening at every step of their treatment. Never hesitate to ask me questions!”
Education
B.S., Business Administration – University of California Berkeley
D.D.S.– University of California San Francisco
Post Graduate School for Orthodontics – University of California Los Angeles
Affiliations
American Board of Orthodontics
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
D.D.S., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Kisling says, “I am excited to be apart of their smile journey and I thank you for choosing me to be your doctor! I enjoy getting to know each of my patients. After all, straightening your teeth takes time and you have to be seen at regular intervals. Therefore, you develop long lasting relationships with your patients and I enjoy seeing the evolution their growth as they gain confidence.”
“I originally wanted to become an Orthodontist because before I had braces, I was shy and timid. When I got my braces off, I developed into the person I am today, I became confident, social, and finding any reason to smile. Self-esteem is so important in your developmental years, and I wanted to give both adolescence and adults the same reason to smile.”
After graduating from the UC Irvine, Dr. Kisling received her Dental Degree from the UCLA University School of Dentistry and her Orthodontic Certificate from the Georgia School of Orthodontics. She’s a member of the American Associations of Orthodontics.
Dr. Kisling says, “I love to travel, cook, exercise, and spend time with my family and friends.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Public Health Sciences–UC Irvine
D.D.S.–UCLA School of Dentistry
Orthodontic Certificate–Georgia School of Orthodontics
AFFILIATIONS
American Associations of Orthodontics
AWARDS
Dean’s Medal recipient, 2015
Shirley and Ralph Shapiro Endowed recipient, 2015
Dean’s Scholarship recipient, 2011
Omicron Kappa Upsilon recipient, 2015
Education
B.S., Public Health Sciences–UC Irvine
D.D.S.–UCLA School of Dentistry
Orthodontic Certificate–Georgia School of Orthodontics
DMD, Endodontics
About Me
Entering the field of dentistry was a natural choice for Dr. Lakisic: his father and brother were both dentists, and introduced him to this profession of helping others. He enjoys being able to help relieve people’s pain and discomfort, as well as improve better health and esthetics.
Dr. Haris Lakisic grew up in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but became a refugee and escaped to Southern California at the age of 15 due to war in his homeland. After finishing high school in Costa Mesa, Dr. Lakisic attended Pepperdine University for his Bachelor’s degree, then received a scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania for his D.M.D. degree. During his four years of dental school, he was consistently ranked in the top 10 of his class.
Dr. Lakisic’s hobbies include travel, fishing, and outdoor activities.
B.S., Biology – Pepperdine University
D.M.D. – University of Pennsylvania
American Association of Endodontists
D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Ortiz-Luis says, “My patients can expect that I diagnose and treatment plan as ideally as possible, that I choose materials and utilize techniques that are best for them. I set a high standard and I do my very best to achieve them with every patient. They will always be treated in a caring way because that’s what I would want for myself and my family.”
Dr. Ortiz-Luis is a graduate the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry. Her career in dentistry began as a dental office receptionist when she was still in high school. She eventually earned her Registered Dental Assistant license and put herself through college and dental school while working as a dental assistant.
She attended the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) for advanced training in Esthetics, Implants and Occlusion. She also successfully completed a mini-residency in Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA to bring snoring and sleep apnea solutions for her patients.
Dr. Ortiz-Luis belongs to distinguished organizations such as the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, San Diego County Dental Society, California Dental Association, American Dental Association and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
In her free time, she enjoys cake decorating, making beaded jewelry, reading, and traveling. She takes lessons in piano and dance. She has been married for over 15 years, has 3 daughters and a little Shih Tzu, named Ziggy.
EDUCATION
D.D.S.–UCSF School of Dentistry
Advanced training in Esthetics, Implants & Occlusion–UCLA
AFFILIATIONS
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Academy of General Dentistry
San Diego County Dental Society
California Dental Association
American Dental Association
American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
For Dr. Dutta, dentistry is an art that positively impacts the way a person looks and feels about themselves. She finds great satisfaction in seeing a patient proudly showing off their new smile!
Her continued interest in improving her dental knowledge is to help her better serve her patients in a comprehensive matter. She is both a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a Master of Academy of General Dentistry. Each of these required hundreds of hours of additional post-graduate training. She also speaks Spanish.
Dr. Dutta aims to create a welcoming and comforting environment by treating each of her patients like family.
AFFILIATIONS
Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Master, Academy of General Dentistry
D.D.S., M.D. Oral Surgery
About Me
Dr. Paul Anderson has always enjoyed working with his hands and doing things that required hand-eye coordination. But it was a pre-dental class in college, at the University of Utah, that decided his career as a dentist.
After receiving his D.D.S. degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry, Dr. Anderson picked up his studies at the University of Texas, Houston, to earn his Medical Doctor degree in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. He is now a Fellow of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, as well as a member of numerous other professional organizations. In his practice, he most enjoys utilizing modern sedation (anesthesia) techniques to turn a potentially frightening experience for his patients into a pleasant one.
Outside the office, Dr. Anderson is active in community service and with his church affiliations. His personal hobbies include alpine skiing and photography. Dr. Anderson is also fluent in Mandarin.
B.S., Biology – University of Utah
D.D.S. – UCLA School of Dentistry
M.D., Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – University of Texas, Houston
Fellow – American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Orange County Dental Association
American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
Academy of Osseointegration
American Dental Society of Anesthesia
D.D.S. Periodontics
About Me
Dr. Stephen Kallaos’ goal is to provide a pleasant periodontic evaluation and an informative discussion of the options for attaining optimum oral health. He offers multiple levels of sedation to make treatment for his patients as comfortable as possible. He is also very active with his peers to stay on top of the latest technology and procedures available. His membership to industry associations include the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association, and the California Society of Periodontists, to name a few.
After receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from UCLA, Dr. Kallaos continued his studies as a Bruin, entering the UCLA School of Dentistry for his D.D.S. degree. He then focused his studies on Periodontics and earned his certificate in this specialty from the UC San Francisco School of Dentistry. He is Board-certified by the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Kallaos has been practicing Periodontics since 1998. Outside of the office, he enjoys bicycling, snow skiing, and Sudoku, and his favorite author is Dan Brown. He is married and has three children.
B.S., Biology – University of California, Los Angeles
D.D.S. – University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry
Certificate, Periodontics – University of California
San Francisco School of Dentistry
Diplomate – American Board of Periodontology
Newport Harbor Academy of Dentistry
American Academy of Periodontology
California Society of Periodontists
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Orange County Dental Society
Tri-County Dental Society
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