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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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 Principal 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 Principal Dental plan.
If you have questions regarding if your Principal 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.
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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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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
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.
Oral surgeon
Education
Affiliations
D.D.S., M.S., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
ABOUT ME
Dr. Ha is excited to be part of a practice that allows him to provide the kind of personalized patient care for which he is known. Careful attention to patient’s concerns and answering all questions thoroughly is his standard of approach to patient care.
Dr. ha started as an Electrical Engineering Major and received a Bachelor of Science from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology and spent time doing research in artificial intelligence in Tokyo, Japan. He went on to earn a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering Computer Networks at the University of Southern California. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from UCLA. With an engineering background he did research in bone and dental 3D imaging at UCLA.
Dr. Ha went on to complete a rigorous Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program in New York City at the New York Medical College/Westchester medical center. During his training, he completed requirements in Anesthesia, General Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Head and Neck surgery. Dr. Ha has a particular interest in facial trauma, corrective jaw surgery(orthognathic), pathology, implants and facial cosmetics.
He is a member of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association.Dr. Ha is born in Seoul, South Korea, and raised in Rolla, Missouri.
EDUCATION
B.S., Electrical Engineering–Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
M.S., Electrical Engineering Computer Networks–University of Southern California
D.D.S.–University of California, Los Angeles
Oral Surgery training–New York Medical College
Residence-Westchester Medical Center
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
D.M.D., Endodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Pruss encourages her patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and is attentive to each patient’s needs.
After graduating from Michigan State University, Dr. Pruss received her Dental Degree and her Endodontic Certificate from the Nova Southeastern University School of Dental Medicine. To keep up with evolving technology, she’s a member of the American Association of Endodontics, the American Dental Association and the California State Dental Association.
She dedicates a considerable amount of time volunteering with missions to Angkor Hospital for Children in Siem Reap, Cambodia, as well as volunteer mission to Israel, Spain, Rwanda, India and Congo.
Dr. Pruss is an avid traveler and has been to over 115 countries and counting. She enjoys skiing, running and spending time with her husband and two kids.
EDUCATION
B.S., Physiology–Michigan State University
D.M.D.–Nova Southeastern University School of Dental Medicine
Endodontic Certificate–Nova Southeastern University
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Endodontics
American Dental Association
California State Dental Association.
D.D.S., M.S., Orthodontist
About Me
Dr. Mojan Mirnia, a skilled orthodontist, brings her expertise to GD Irvine, specializing in orthodontics and fluent in Farsi to effectively communicate with her diverse patients. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Biology from UCSD in 2015 and later graduated from UCLA’s Dental School in 2020. Dr. Mirnia continued her educational journey at UOP, completing her post-graduate studies in Orthodontics in 2022.
With a passion for creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Mirnia finds great joy in her profession. Beyond dentistry, she enjoys traveling with her fiancé, Peter, as well as spending quality time with family and friends. In her free time, she indulges in activities such as Pilates, cooking, and wine tasting.
Dr. Mojan Mirnia is excited to join the esteemed team at Gentle Dental and is experienced in treating patients of all ages with both clear aligners and traditional braces. Her dedication to achieving beautiful smiles and providing exceptional orthodontic care makes her an approachable and reliable professional, eager to meet her patients and create stunning smiles at GD Irvine.
Education
Undergraduate School = UCSD
Dental School = UCLA
Post-Grad School = UOP
Affiliations
American Board of Orthodontics – Member and Board Certified
D.D.S., General Dentist
About Me
Dr. Salina Safaei is a dentist practicing at GD Irvine, specializing in general dentistry, and fluent in Farsi. She graduated with a major in Biology from Loma Linda in 2015 and earned her Dental Degree from Loma Linda School of Dentistry in 2019.
Dr. Safaei is passionate about providing comprehensive care and addressing her patients’ concerns. With great communication and respect, she collaborates with her patients to create personalized plans for achieving excellent oral health. Outside of her profession, she enjoys traveling, hiking, watching movies, listening to music, reading books, and cherishing quality time with her family and friends.
With her dedication to patient care and a focus on creating individualized treatment plans, Dr. Salina Safaei strives to provide exceptional dental care and a positive experience for her patients at GD Irvine.
Education
Undergraduate School = Loma Linda
Dental School = Loma Linda school of dentistry
Affiliations
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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