Monday 8:00-6:30
Tuesday 8:00-7:00
Wednesday 8:00-7:00
Thursday 8:00-6:30
Friday 8:00-6:30
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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LEARN ABOUT US
Conveniently located at 2708 Santiam Hwy SE, Gentle Dental Albany is proud to serve patients in and around Albany, Oregon, including Draperville, Millersburg, and Riverside.
At Gentle Dental Albany, we pride ourselves on building relationships for life with our patients by providing a great patient experience, service excellence, and education to help maintain good oral health and overall well-being. Our dentists, assistants, hygienists and surgeons work hard to create a welcoming environment and provide skilled dental care in a relaxing, pressure-free setting.
Using the latest treatments and technology, our skilled team offers a complete spectrum of services, including preventive and restorative procedures, crowns and bridges, root canal therapy, inlays and onlays, veneers, teeth whitening treatments and orthodontics. We also offer implants, bone augmentation and oral surgery, along with gentle, compassionate pediatric dentistry for young patients who sometimes feel anxious about visiting the dentist.
To ensure your dental health, our dental team will work closely with you to identify troublesome dental issues, target effective solutions, and explain the methods and need for specific procedures. Since we understand our patients have busy lives, we also offer flexible appointments on weekends and holidays. There’s no need to miss work, school or important occasions. Simply talk to our staff and schedule your dental work at a time that fits within your unique schedule.
To help you maximize affordability, our office also accepts nearly every type of dental insurance plan and offers flexible financing options for patients who need more extensive dental treatments or procedures, which may be excluded from insurance coverage. If you and your family do not have insurance, you can take advantage of our Gentle Dental Smile Plan, which reduces the cost of many procedures by 20 percent or more.
Schedule a consultation, cleaning or treatment with our friendly dental team and get a healthy smile you can be proud of. Our office is located at the southeast corner of Southeast Geary Street and Santiam Road Southeast, right next to Petco. Our location is also entirely wheelchair-accessible and we are equipped to serve patients with special needs.
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.
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.
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.
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.M.D., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Sykora says, “I want patients to have appointments with the minimal amount of stress possible. My goal is to provide a caring, comfortable and superior dental
treatment so that each visit is an outstanding dental experience.” He feels Dentistry combines creative artistry with the fundamentals of science and sees every day as an exciting challenge. Dr. Sykora says, “I am fortunate to have a career that allows me to improve my patients’ health, confidence and self-esteem.”
After graduating from Oregon State University, Dr. Sykora received his Dental Degree from the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Sykora says, “Away from the office I enjoy working in my garden, photography and hiking in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–Oregon State University
D.M.D.–Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
LD, Denturist
ABOUT ME
Our Denturist, Teresa Waite says,” I enjoy making sure patients are pain-free, can chew their food and have a winning smile!”.
Teresa graduated from Bates Technical College in 2010 as a Licensed Denturist. She has been in the dental field for twenty-five years. The first fifteen serving patients as a dental assistant and the last twelve years treating patients with high-quality dentures.
It’s not unusual for her patients to say “They feel so comfortable.” Teresa has had extra training, from Dentists around the world in treating the most difficult patients. Patients with low or no bone structure, dry mouth syndrome, and weak muscles.
When not in the office Teresa enjoys shopping, hiking, road trips and spending time with friends and family.
EDUCATION
B.S., Denturist–Bates Technical College
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