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Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

Convenient Hours
Experienced Dentists
Insurance Plans Accepted
Savings Plan for New Patients

1404 Lake Tapps Parkway SE Suite A103
Auburn, WA 98092

Evening and weekend hours available
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Hours

Monday 9:00-6:00
Tuesday 10:00-7:00
Wednesday 10:00-7:00
Thursday 7:00-4:00
Friday 7:00-4:00
Saturday 8:00-4:00

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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 Schedule

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

Gentle on Your Wallet

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

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New Patient Special

$84 Exam & X-Rays

Includes Comprehensive Exam and Full Mouth X-Rays and 1 year membership in the Gentle Dental Smile Plan.

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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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Insurance Plans 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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WASHINGTON DENTAL SERV
AETNA DMO-PNW
METLIFE PPO
CIGNA PPO
UCCI TRICARE / FMDP
AETNA PPO
PREMERA BC OF WA
UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO
GUARDIAN PPO
UNITED CONCORDIA PPO
DELTA DENTAL GEORGIA
BC/BS FEDERAL
REGENCE BC/BS FEP WA
GEHA - CONNECTION
PRINCIPAL PPO

...and many more.
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(253) 448-3980

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 Gentle Dental Smile Plan

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 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

$100 Off

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

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Orthodontics

$500 Off Braces

Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.

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New Patients

$84 Exam & X-Rays

Includes Comprehensive Exam and Full Mouth X-Rays and 1 year membership in the Gentle Dental Smile Plan.

Get coupon for details.

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(253) 448-3980

To Know Us Is To Love Us

LEARN ABOUT US

The Lakeland Hills Gentle Dental is conveniently located in the shopping plaza at the northwest corner of Lakeland Hills Way and Lake Tapps Drive Southeast (72nd Street Southeast). Our office is next to Haggen Foods.

Our late evening hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and our all-day openings on Saturdays, make it easy for you to plan your dental procedures around your schedule. We accept almost all major dental insurance plans, and we offer a Gentle Dental Smile Plan that allows uninsured patients to receive discounted services. With a wide range of financing options available, we’ll make sure you get the care you need.

Our practice offers routine teeth cleanings, dental implants, dentures, orthodontics, including Invisalign, and most other general dentistry services. We serve patients of all ages and those with special needs. Our practice is equipped with intraoral cameras, digital radiography to produce enhanced computer imaging of teeth, gums, and other oral structures, and Isolite Illuminated Dental Isolation for state-of-the-art endodontic treatment. For our anxious patients, we offer both oral sedation and nitrous oxide to ensure your relaxation and comfort in a stress-free environment.

Our office is on the ground floor and is accompanied by a large parking lot, all of which are wheelchair-accessible. Our friendly staff will make sure your every need is met. Give us a call today at 253-448-3980 to schedule your appointment.

Meet The Team

WHO WE ARE

Anahita Gupta

D.D.S., General Dentist

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Anahita Gupta

D.D.S., General Dentist

ABOUT ME
A Dr. Gupta says, “I love being able to provide my patients with comfortable and high quality dental care. I love the satisfaction of a job well done and will always do everything in my power to achieve that. It is great to cure people of disease and being able to help them eat, talk and Smile!”

Dr. Gupta received her Dental Degree from the University Of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She additionally received post doctorate training in Restorative Dentistry from the University of California at Los Angeles School of Dentistry. She also speaks Hindi.

Dr. Gupta says, “Away from the office I like hiking, traveling and snorkeling. I love exploring new cities and different cultures.”

EDUCATION
B.D.S., Dentistry– BVP Dental College and Hospital
D.D.S.– University Of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
Restorative Dentistry–UCLA School of Dentistry

Andrew Higgins

D.D.S., General Dentist

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Andrew Higgins

D.D.S., General Dentist

About Me
Dr. Higgins says, “For me, dentistry has always been an amazing mix of science and art. I love that every procedure and patient is different and brings its own set of challenges and rewards.” He encourages his 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 Randolph-Macon College, Dr. Higgins received his Dental Degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He completed his Advanced Education In General Dentistry while serving in the United States Navy. He’s a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Higgins says, “Away from the office I enjoy spending time with my fiancé, hiking, stand up paddle boarding and baking.”

Education

B.S., Chemistry–Randolph-Macon College
D.D.S.–Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry
Advanced Education In General Dentistry –United States Navy

Affiliations

American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry

Tori Matthys

D.D.S., M.S.D., Orthodontist

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Tori Matthys

D.D.S., M.S.D., Orthodontist

About Me
Dr. Matthys says, “I see dentistry as the dual harmony of science and creativity. It gives you the opportunity to be a scientist and an artist all at once, with the final product being a healthy and fantastic smile!”

“I’m trilled to be working with the Gentle Dental team, and to serve the community of Lakewood, Dr. Matthys says. “I like being involved in patients’ lives on a regular basis: we get to work with all kinds and types of people, see them at different times in their life over the course of their orthodontic treatment. It’s fun to watch their smile and their lives change one month after the other. It is a tremendous honor to be involved with people in this special way.”

After graduating from Loyola Marymount University, Dr. Matthys received her Dental Degree and her M.S.D. in Orthodontics from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. She’s a member of the many organizations including the American Association of Orthodontics, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and the Washington State Society of Orthodontists.

Dr. Matthys says, “Family is the most important thing for me. We spend a lot of time getting together for events, meals and outdoor activities. Hobbies I enjoy include working out–running, snowboarding and hiking. I’m newly interested in fishing and backpacking and look forward to our Northwest Summers! I also love to watch all kinds of sporting events and I look forward to the NBA in Seattle again!”

Education

B.S., Biology–Loyola Marymount University

D.D.S.–University of Washington School of Dentistry

M.S.D., Orthodontics–University of Washington School of Dentistry

Awards

Washington Association of Women Dentists Award

James and Joyce Oates Scholarship for clinical excellence

Affiliations

American Dental Association

Washington Dental Association

American Association of Orthodontics

Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists

Washington State Society of Orthodontists

Reviews

SEE WHAT OUR PATIENTS HAVE TO SAY!

Aug 28, 2017

Google • Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

Great family dentist! Highly recommend!

Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills replied on Aug 29, 2017:

Winter Smith, thank you so much for the positive review!

Sep 26, 2016

Facebook • Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

Saw Dr. Higgins today. Really like him and the whole office personnel. Best teeth cleaning I've ever had. Glad I found somebody to replace my retired dentist that I'd been seeing for 30+ years. They also have a great oral surgeon to finish my implant procedure!!

Jun 13, 2016

Google • Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

Quality Dental office.

Dec 30, 2015

Google • Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

Extremely pleased with the care received from the very kind and professional staff.

Sep 25, 2015

Google • Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

I can't say enough good things about this clinic and Dr. Chaffee. I was already impressed, he and the assistants and so knowledgeable and kind and open and honest. They take their time with you and really explain things in a way you can understand. And now, Dr. Chaffee figured out a repetitive gum infection I've had for 12 years! Seriously. I've been to specialists, lots of dentists, I've had big 360 head x-rays, nothing. No one else figured it out. He took one look while it was infected and saw the abscess tunnel and is sending me to their gum specialist. I am elated and I nearly cried tears of joy in their office after having so many people not listen to me when I told them there had to be something wrong that needs fixing! My teeth are in excellent shape and there was no other reason for an infection to keep coming back! I highly highly recommend this office, and I've never had a dentist that I would have recommended the same way I recommend this one. Seriously they are awesome!

Jan 29, 2015

Google • Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

From an early childhood experience I developed a very strong anxiety and fear toward going to the dentist. It had been years since I had gone. And then I met Dr. Timothy Chaffee and Karla one of the hygienists. Myself and my 8 year old have been to see them. Both of us needed several things done and they were amazing. I cried after one of our visits because I was soooo happy with the sincere care we received. My son is equally at ease when in their care. My appreciation is over the moon. I will always have the anxiety. But the trust I have in Dr. Chaffee is priceless. He is amazing and so is everyone else in the office. From the front desk making sure you have clarity regarding the financials, to the doctor explaining all he is doing - this is a top notch office. No there are not video games in the lobby or flats teens for videos on the ceiling, but there is a team of dedicated professionals waiting to provide the most excellent service possible each and every time you visit. I can't wait to go back for my cleaning. My procrastination days are over!!!!👍👏🎈

Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills replied on Feb 3, 2015:

Dear Shannon, Thank you for taking the time to post your obliging feedback. We are ecstatic that Dr. Timothy Chaffee and Karla were able to provide amazing service during your visit. It puts a smile on our face when we hear that our patients acknowledge that we truly want them to feel at home and understand we always want the best dental care for them. It means a lot to us to know you had a superb experience and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit.

Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

Hours

Request an Appointment

Gentle in So Many Ways

Gentle on Your Mind

Gentle on Your Schedule

Gentle on Your Wallet

Other Resources:

New Patient Special

$84 Exam & X-Rays

Please enter your information and we will email you this coupon!

General Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry

Specialty Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry

Insurance Plans We Accept

Questions about Insurance?

About Payment

The Gentle Dental Smile Plan

Flexible Financing

New Patients

$100 Off

Please enter your information and we will email you this coupon!

Orthodontics

$500 Off Braces

Please enter your information and we will email you this coupon!

New Patients

$84 Exam & X-Rays

Please enter your information and we will email you this coupon!

To Know Us Is To Love Us

Meet The Team

Anahita Gupta

Anahita Gupta

Andrew Higgins

Andrew Higgins

Education

Affiliations

Tori Matthys

Tori Matthys

Reviews