COVID-19 update: Our offices are open and continue to operate under enhanced safety protocols to protect our patients and team members. LEARN MORE.
COVID-19 update: Our offices are open and continue to operate under enhanced safety protocols to protect our patients and team members. LEARN MORE.
Monday 8:00-5:00
Tuesday 10:00-7:00
Wednesday 8:00-5:00
Thursday 8:00-5:00
Friday 8:00-5:00
Saturday Closed
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LEARN ABOUT US
Situated at 4950 Barranca Parkway, Suite 105, Gentle Dental Irvine offers compassionate, knowledgeable dental care in a convenient neighborhood location.
At our office, we take pride in building lifelong relationships with our patients through open communication and excellent service. Our talented team of dental professionals uses the latest technology and techniques to provide a complete spectrum of dental care, including preventive treatments and restorative procedures, root canal therapy, inlays and onlays, crowns and bridges, implants, bone augmentation and expert oral surgery.
In addition to these services, we also understand that many patients seek expert dental treatment to improve the appearance of their smiles. To help you get the smile of your dreams, we offer effective cosmetic procedures, including veneers, orthodontics and teeth whitening treatments, designed to give you a smile you can be proud of. For young patients, we also offer friendly, compassionate pediatric dental care in a relaxing environment designed to ease anxiety. Whether you or your family needs dental care, you can count on Gentle Dental Irvine to deliver skilled treatment, whatever your issues, whatever your age.
Gentle on your schedule, our office provides flexible hours, which include weekends and holidays. We also work hard to enhance affordability by accepting the vast majority of major dental insurance plans. For patients requiring orthodontics, extensive dental work or cosmetic treatments that aren’t covered by insurance, we offer flexible financing options. If you don’t have dental insurance, you can take advantage of our Dedicated Dental Plan, which includes up to 20-percent discounts for cleanings, x-rays, exams, fluoride treatments and select dental services.
Perfectly placed on Barranca Parkway near Creek Road, by the Women 2 Women Medical Center, Gentle Dental is proud to offer expert dental care for residents in and around Irvine, California. Visit us for a consultation, cleaning or dental treatment and enjoy knowledgeable care from a friendly team of dental professionals who put patient well-being above all else.
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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We offer a variety of options to achieve the smile you always wanted.
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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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Our pediatric services include a variety of treatments and specialties for patients looking to enhance their smiles.
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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.
DELTACARE PMI HMO
LIBERTY DENTAL HMO
MDG-MDC GUARDIAN HMO
CA DENTAL NET HMO
MET SAFEGUARD HMO
UHC-DBP HMO
CIGNA HMO
METLIFE PPO
AETNA PPO
AETNA DMO
ANTHEM B/C CA HMO
DELTA CA-PPO
UHC-PACIFICARE HMO
UHC - BLUE SHIELD PPO
GUARDIAN PPO
DHS HMO
ACCESS DENTAL HF/HMO
UNITED CONCORDIA PPO
UHC-BLUE SHIELD HMO
...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.
For more details or to enroll, visit: www.gentledentalplan.com or call 1(800) 903-2532.
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. Endodontics
About Me
Dr. Shah is dedicated and passionate about her work as an Endodontist. She thrives to provide the best care for all her patients. She is proud of her work, knowing that it provides healthy, functional smiles for her patients, and its satisfying for her to witness the improvement of her patients’ self-esteem as their courses of treatment progress.
She received her D.D.S. from the The University of Otago School of Dentistry in New Zealand. She continued her studies receiving her Endodontic certificate from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry.
Dr. Shah is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the American Association of Endodontics. She speaks Hindi, also.
Outside of the office, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with her family.
D.D.S.–The University of Otago-New Zealand
Endodontic certificate–USC School of Dentistry
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
American Association of Endodontics
D.D.S., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Kim says, “I love being able to see my patients become happy, comfortable, and confident with their smiles, so that in turn it will encourage them to smile bigger and brighter!”
“I was attracted to dentistry because it is a great mix of all of my passions of science, art, and helping other people. As an orthodontist, I have the ability to affect another person’s self-confidence and self-image for a lifetime, while forming personal relationships with my patients.”
After graduating from University of the Pacific with a degree in Biological Sciences, Dr. Kim received his Dental Degree from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and his Orthodontic Certificate from the Roseman University of Health Sciences. He’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Kim also speaks Korean.
Dr. Kim says, “Away from the office I enjoy working out, discovering new foods, and spending time with friends and family.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biological Sciences–University of the Pacific
D.D.S.–University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
Orthodontic Certificate–Roseman University of Health Sciences
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontists
D.D.S., General Dentist
Ken Garcia
D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Garcia says, “I provide a pleasant and warm atmosphere geared toward the entire family where my patient’s needs always come first.”
Dr. Garcia has incorporated this advanced education along with his caring personality into his delivery methods of dentistry, guaranteeing a safe, pain and stress-free environment during each and every visit. Always considerate of your concerns and needs, He believes in building a strong patient/provider relationship, assuring you, the patient of the highest quality dental care coupled with complete patient satisfaction.
Dr. Garcia received his Dental Degree from the Loma Linda University University School of Dentistry. Dr. Garcia has continued his education by attending advanced educational courses at The Dawson Center in Florida and by keeping abreast of the latest techniques in implant surgery. He is fully Board Certified by the state of California. He also taught at Loma Linda University for three years,
Dr. Garcia’s love and appreciation for his own family, which consists of his wife Jody and two children, Tayber and Lea.
EDUCATION
D.D.S.–Loma Linda University
D.D.S., M.D., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
ABOUT ME
Dr. Hossieni’s training and experience is extensive and encompasses the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, including General Anesthesia and Intravenous Sedation, Hard and Soft Tissue Grafting, Impacted Wisdom Teeth Removal and Oral Pathology.
After completing his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Arizona State University, Dr. Hossieni earned his dental degree from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. He was awarded his Medical Degree from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.
Dr. Hossieni is a Scottsdale native. When he is not working hard at perfecting his craft, you can find him spending time with his loved ones, traveling, reading, playing sports, cheering on the Arizona Cardinals and the Juventus Football Club, all the while, keeping himself current in the latest advancements in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery.
EDUCATION
B.S., Kinesiology–Arizona State University
D.D.S.–University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
M.D.–University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
Surgical Residency Training–USC Medical Center
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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