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Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

Convenient Hours
Experienced Dentists
Insurances Accepted
Savings Plan for New Patients

24102 El Toro Road Suite A
Laguna Woods, CA 92637

Evening and weekend hours available
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Hours

Monday 8:00-5:00
Tuesday 8:00-5:00
Wednesday 8:00-5:00
Thursday 8:00-5:00
Friday 7:00-2:00
Saturday Closed

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Monday – Thursday: 7:15am – 8pm PST
Friday: 7:15am – 6pm PST
Saturday: 7:30am – 4pm PST

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FRIENDLY, CONVENIENT & FLEXIBLE

Gentle in So Many Ways

Gentle on Your Mind

Our experienced Dental Professionals use the latest techniques to be as gentle as possible.

Gentle on Your Wallet

We accept most insurance plans, have a discount plan for those without, and offer flexible payment options.

Gentle on Your Schedule

We make your life easier with convenient hours including evenings and weekends.

New Patient Special

$50 Exam & X-Rays

Includes New Patient Exam and Full Mouth X-Ray.

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General Dentistry

Our general dentistry services take care of the daily dental needs of you and your family.
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Preventative Services
Restorative Services

Pediatric Dentistry
Emergency Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry

Our cosmetic services include a variety of treatments for patients looking to enhance their smiles.
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Teeth Whitening
Dentures & Partials
Veneers
Inlays & Onlays

Crowns & Bridges
Implants
Bone Augmentation

Specialty Dentistry

Our extensive network of neighborhood practitioners make it easy to find dental specialists.
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Orthodontists
Endodontists
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons

Periodontists
Prosthodontists

Pediatric Dentistry

Our pediatric services include a variety of treatments and specialties for patients looking to enhance their smiles.
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Insurances We Accept

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.

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LIBERTY DENTAL HMO
MDG-MDC GUARDIAN HMO
CA DENTAL NET HMO
MET SAFEGUARD HMO
UHC-DBP HMO
CIGNA HMO
DELTACARE CA HMO
CIGNA PPO
AETNA PPO
AETNA DMO
ANTHEM B/C CA HMO
UHC-PACIFICARE HMO
NEEDS UPDATE
UHC-BLUE SHIELD HMO

...and many more.
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(949) 427-9675

Questions about Insurance?

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.

About Payment

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 Dedicated Dental Plan

The Dedicated Dental Plan is perfect if you don’t currently have dental insurance and offers significant savings.

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 available at significant discounts.

The Dedicated Dental Plan is effective immediately and there are no claim forms to fill out and no maximums. 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 call us at 800-277-1112.
You can also enroll at one of our locations.

Flexible Financing

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:

Low down payment and no interest¹
No money down and no interest²
Extended terms up to 48 months at 14.9% promotional interest rates³

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.

Valid photo ID and checking account, credit card or debit card required.
On approved credit. For promotional purchases over $300 if paid in full within promotional period. If promotional purchase is not paid in full within promotional period, interest will be imposed from the date of purchase at 26.99% APR.
On approved credit. For promotional purchases over $1,000. Fixed monthly payments based on repayment over 24, 36, or 48 month period.

New Patients

$50 Exam & X-Rays

Includes new patient exam and full mouth X-Rays.

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New Patients

$100 Off

New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance.

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Ortho Month Special

$1000 Off Braces

Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.

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(949) 427-9675

To Know Us Is To Love Us

LEARN ABOUT US

The Laguna Woods Gentle Dental is conveniently located at the intersection of El Toro Road and Paseo De Valencia, behind Starbucks.

We offer flexible hours for your convenience, including early mornings and evenings, and accept most insurance plans. For those without dental insurance, we offer a Dedicated Dental Plan that provides low-cost preventive and diagnostic care, as well as discounts of 20 percent or more on most dental treatments. We also have payment plans available as needed.

Our friendly team of dental professionals is eager to put a smile on your face by providing sincere and compassionate care. We offer gentle, personalized family dentistry for patients of all ages. Our skilled team of dentists can help you with all types of general dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, oral surgery, endodontics, and much more. We’re also happy to offer sleep dentistry for patients with severe cases of anxiety.

We pride ourselves on building relationships for life with our patients by providing a great patient experience, excellent service for all your dental needs, and education to help maintain good oral health and overall well-being. We promise to make you feel valued, respected, and as important as family — that’s the Gentle Dental Way.

We are walking distance from Laguna Woods Village retirement community.

Stop in and see us on El Toro Road. We offer convenient, handicapped-accessible parking. To set up an appointment or for further assistance, please call us at 949-427-9675. One of our friendly staff members will be happy to speak with you.

Meet The Team

WHO WE ARE

Bassem Alkatib

DDS, Endodontics

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Bassem Alkatib

DDS, Endodontics

About Me
For Dr. Alkatib, patient care is his first concern and he appreciates how the teamwork at Gentle Dental allows him to concentrate on helping his patients develop comfortable and confident smiles as he nurtures trusting relationships with them. He realizes that your oral health has a profound impact on your overall well-being.

Dr. Alkatib completed his dental studies at the USC School of Dentistry, from which he was also awardwd his Endodontics Certificate. Dr. Alkatib is also an internationally trained Oral Surgeon. Because of his dual training, he has a special interest in Surgical Endodontics. He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Tri-County Dental Society.

Dr. Alkatib is an avid swimmer and enjoys hiking and spending time with his wife and three children. During his free time, he also enjoys cooking, and traveling to different countries to learn new recipes.

Education
D.D.S.–USC School of Dentistry
Endodontics Certificate–USC School of Dentistry

Affiliations
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Tri-County Dental Society

Mohsin Mahmood

D.D.S. General Dentist

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Mohsin Mahmood

D.D.S. General Dentist

About Me

“Dr. Mohsin”, as his patients call him, says that dentistry runs in his family: “I am a second generation Dentist. Growing up in my father’s dental office, I found it absolutely fascinating! Watching he and his lab technicians create amazing new smiles and relieving people of pain. I knew then that I also wanted to be a dentist!”

He received his Dental Degree in Hyderabad at the LMC School of Dentistry and Medicine. He completed his California State Board License Exam at the University of Pacific. Dr. Mohsin also attended additional training for Implants, Periodontology, Root Canals and Cosmetic Dentistry at the Boston University Goldman School, the University of Southern California, the University of Pacific and Loma Linda University. He is also certified Invisalign Dentist. For the last 15 years Dr. Mohsin has been focused specifically on Geriatric Dentistry patients and their special needs. Due to his experience, the USC School Of Dentistry has enrolled him in the Masters Program In Geriatric Dentistry.

Dr. Mohsin says, “I enjoy acoustic guitar and Other than dentistry and family commitments, I spend much of my time helping my wife who is involved with multiple local and international charity organizations.” He is married to Afreen, his wife of 25 years and a successful jewelry designer. Together they have 3 amazing kids. Daughter Zoya is 23 and attending USC Medical School in the Masters Program in Global Medicine. Son Danial is 20 and attends Business School at UC Berkeley. Daughter Eiliya is 12. She is an 8th grader at the Hewes Middle School and wants to be a professional Tennis player!

Education

B.S., Pre Med–D.J Science College
D.D.S.–LMC School of Dentistry and Medicine

Stephen Kallaos

D.D.S. Periodontics

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Stephen Kallaos

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.

Education

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

Affiliations

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

Reviews

SEE WHAT OUR PATIENTS HAVE TO SAY!

Oct 18, 2018

Google • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

The Hygenist Nicole is very professional, and personable. She is very knowledgeable and does a wonderful job. I highly recommend Gentle Dental.

Gentle Dental Laguna Woods replied on May 11, 2018:

We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us!

Jun 12, 2018

Google • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

Going to the dentist has never been my favorite thing to do. After my last experience with a dentist I switched to Gentle Dental. They were professional attentive and put me at ease. In a word. Competent. That's all I can ask. Check them out.

May 15, 2018

Facebook • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

I have been very happy with every appointment , I've had a emergency the first time , the whole Experience was a positive one, and every time since , I will recommend Gental Dental to all my friends.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Apr 21, 2018

Facebook • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

I love Gentle Dental and I'm picky because I once worked for a dentist! On Friday's visit my detail hygienist recommended a new florid treatment. Since I have several root canals, which could be infected and the new product would whiten my teeth I opted in. This morning my smile is as white as when I was twenty and I know my teeth are healthier. I had been a periodontal patient for six years. However, I had such a good check up last time that my dentist said I'd become a normal patient again! I'm so glad I changed dentists and hope you do to!

Gentle Dental Laguna Woods replied on Apr 27, 2018:

Dear Paula Rose Michelson, Thank you for the delightful feedback. At the Gentle Dental Laguna Woods, we are glad that the team has put you at ease and taken great care of you during your visit. Your review means a lot to us and we look forward to seeing you at your next visit.

Mar 7, 2018

Facebook • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

The office is pretty, important to me, felt good to be in a place that lovely. Anh was fabulous, concerned that the X-ray apparatus would hurt, apologized for my having to wait, so, so nice. The dentist was gracious, friendly and I liked him. Zora was great. Wait, can you tell that everyone was great??? Highly recommend.

Gentle Dental Laguna Woods replied on Mar 9, 2018:

Dear Pam Johnson, Thank you for taking the time to post your kind words about our staff. We are excited to share this with the team. At, Gentle Dental Laguna Woods, it means a lot to us to know you had a great experience and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit.

Sep 28, 2017

Google • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

i know I've needed my wisdom teeth taken care of for quite a while but I'm terrified of the dentist. The nice thing about this office tho is that there's no reason to be scared of the wonderful people that work here. Dr. Mohsin successfully and painlessly removed two of my wisdom teeth and I cannot be more impressed with his skills and the rest of his staff. I'm really happy with my results. Thank you Dr. Mohsin and the rest of the friendly people that work at this Gentle Dental location. Best dental experience I've ever had.

Gentle Dental Laguna Woods replied on Sep 28, 2017:

Dear Kaitlin Fowler, Thank you for taking the time to post your kind words about our staff. We are excited to share this with the team. At, Gentle Dental Laguna Woods, it means a lot to us to know you had a great experience and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit.

Sep 6, 2017

Google • Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

Fantastic office staff and overall good experience. Especially impressed by dental hygienist Nicole and Dr. Moussin, they did a great job!

Gentle Dental Laguna Woods replied on Sep 6, 2017:

Dear Andrew Hornbeak, Thank you for taking the time to post your kind words about our staff. We are excited to share this with the team. At, Gentle Dental Laguna Woods, it means a lot to us to know you had a great experience and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit.

Gentle Dental Laguna Woods

Hours

Request an Appointment

Gentle in So Many Ways

Gentle on Your Mind

Gentle on Your Wallet

Gentle on Your Schedule

New Patient Special

$50 Exam & X-Rays

Please enter your information to download the coupon!

Other Resources:

General Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry

Specialty Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry

Insurances We Accept

Questions about Insurance?

About Payment

The Dedicated Dental Plan

Flexible Financing

New Patients

$50 Exam & X-Rays

Please enter your information to download the coupon!

New Patients

$100 Off

Please enter your information to download the coupon!

Ortho Month Special

$1000 Off Braces

Please enter your information to download the coupon!

To Know Us Is To Love Us

Meet The Team

Bassem Alkatib

Bassem Alkatib

Mohsin Mahmood

Mohsin Mahmood

Stephen Kallaos

Stephen Kallaos

Education

Affiliations

Reviews