Monday 7:00-6:00
Tuesday 7:00-6:00
Wednesday 7:00-6:00
Thursday 7:00-5:00
Friday 8:00-5:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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 Blue Cross 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 Blue Cross Dental plan.
If you have questions regarding if your Blue Cross 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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New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance.
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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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LEARN ABOUT US
Gentle Dental offers skilled dental care in a relaxing, pressure-free setting.
Our dentists, assistants, hygienists and surgeons work hard to create a welcoming environment that makes every patient feel comfortable. They also work closely with patients to identify troublesome dental issues, target effective solutions and explain the methods and need for specific procedures. Our location is also entirely wheelchair-accessible, and we are ideally equipped to serve patients with special needs.
To ensure your dental health, our skilled dental professionals use the latest treatments and technology to provide 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 help you maximize affordability, our office accepts nearly every type of dental insurance plan and offers flexible financing options for patients who need more extensive dental treatments, orthodontics or cosmetic 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.
Since we understand our patients have busy lives, we 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.
Conveniently located at the southeast corner of Southeast Geary Street and Santiam Road Southeast, Gentle Dental is proud to offer knowledgeable, compassionate dental care for residents in and around Albany, Oregon. Schedule a consultation, cleaning or treatment with our friendly dental team and get a healthy smile you can be proud of.
WHO WE ARE
Our general dentistry services take care of the daily dental needs of you and your family.
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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.
AETNA DMO-PNW
AETNA PPO
AMERITAS PPO
CIGNA PPO
DELTA CA-PPO
GEHA - CONNECTION
GUARDIAN PPO
HEALTHCOMP
LINCOLN FINANCIAL
METLIFE PPO
METLIFE-TRICARE FAM
OREGON DENTAL SERVICE
PACIFIC SOURCE CCO - CDC
PRINCIPAL PPO
REGENCE BC/BS OF OR
STANDARD INSURANCE
UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO
WASHINGTON DENTAL SERV
...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.
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.
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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.M.D., M.S., Orthodontist
Dr. Cooper is passionate about being an Orthodontist. He loves being able to educate his patients on the benefits of orthodontics and feels blessed to have the opportunity to improve their oral health while creating beautiful, radiant smiles, “I treat my patients with the same care and attention to detail that I would give to my own family.” Dr. Cooper is excited for you to come meet his fantastic team and work together with him to achieve your perfect smile.
After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of California at San Diego, (where he also became an avid surfer,) Dr. Cooper received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, graduating Summa Cum Laude, from the Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He completed his Orthodontic training and Master of Science degree at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Cooper and his amazing wife have 3 children. They love calling the Willamette Valley their home. In his free time, he loves hiking and adventuring with his wife, mountain biking with his teenagers and competing in triathlons with his friends.
EDUCATION
B.S.–University of California at San Diego
D.M.D.–Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
M.S., Orthodontics–University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Education
B.S.-UC San Diego
D.D.S.-Boston University School of Dentistry
Certificate in Orthodontics–University of Oklahoma School of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
California Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Tri County Dental Society
D.D.S. General Dentistry
About Me
Dr. Pham is truly committed to delivering quality dentistry in a comfortable, caring environment, which is one of the reasons he chose Gentle Dental. “I enjoy working together with my patients to develop beautiful, healthy smiles. Gentle Dental provides an environment in which these goals can be achieved.”
From Dr. Pham’s point of view, blending medical science with the art of dentistry and patient care is one of the greatest rewards of his profession. He also relishes the challenge of a job that is a continual learning experience.
Dr. Pham attended Oregon State University and went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University. He volunteers with NW Medical Teams and is also an Office Clinical Director for Gentle Dental.
In his free time, Dr. Pham enjoys outdoor sports–he is an avid fisherman and cyclist, and enjoys creating memories with his son Ethan.
B.S. – Oregon State University
D.D.S. – New York University
D.D.S., M.D., M.S. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
About Me
Dr. Van De Graaff says, “Interacting with my patients is the best part of the job! Dentistry affords me a unique opportunity to work with people and keep them healthy. Having a healthy mouth is an important part of being happy.”
After graduating from Brigham Young University, Dr. Van De Graaff earned his Dental Degree from the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. While at Columbia, he completed the competitive dual degree program in Science Education. He subsequently completed a 6 year Oral and Maxillofacial residency at Kings County Hospital. He was awarded his Medical Degree at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, after which he completed a year of general surgery. His interests lie primarily in implantology, dentoalveolar surgery and sedation dentistry. He is also is bilingual in Spanish
Dr. Van De Graaff says, “I play jazz piano and like to jog. I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife and four children.”
B.S., Psychology–Brigham Young University
D.D.S.–Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
M.D.–State University of New York Downstate Medical Center
M.S., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery–Kings County Hospital Center
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
D.D.S. General Dentistry
About Me
“Helping patients to achieve and maintain excellent dental health gives me the most satisfaction as a dentist,” says Dr. Huang. He adds, “I treat my patients as if they are family.” Dr. Huang enjoys seeing the satisfied smiles of patients when a difficult procedure turns out beautifully.
Dr. Huang received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Loma Linda University and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Dental Association. Dr. Huang is fluent in Chinese.
A hobby of Dr. Huang’s was what steered him towards dentistry. He has been stone-seal cutting since he was a teenager. To the Chinese, seals are an art of deep cultural roots, combining the essence of both calligraphy and engraving. The quality of stone-seal cutting is greatly determined by the strength and speed of wrist and hand. To Dr. Huang, dentistry is also an art that his skill in stone-seal cutting has contributed to because of the intricacy and attention to detail that both require.
Away from the office, Dr. Huang enjoys table tennis, for which he is a silver medal winner at the Oregon State Games, spending time with his wife and two sons, and of course, stone-seal cutting.
B.S., Stomatology – Beijing Medical University
D.D.S. – Loma Linda University
Academy of General Dentistry
American Dental Association
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