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COVID-19 update: Our offices are open and continue to operate under enhanced safety protocols to protect our patients and team members. LEARN MORE.
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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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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Includes Comprehensive Exam and Full Mouth X-Rays and 1 year membership in the Gentle Dental Smile Plan.
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Conveniently located at 485 S. Dobson Road Suite, 204, Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills is proud to serve patients in and around Auburn, Washington, including Pacific, Sumner, and Algona.
At Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills, we pride ourselves on building lifelong relationships with our patients. We promise to make you feel valued, respected, and as important as family. We serve patients of all ages and those with special needs. Our practice offers routine teeth cleanings, dental implants, dentures, orthodontics, including Invisalign, and most other general dentistry services.
Our practice is also equipped with intraoral cameras and digital radiography to produce enhanced computer imaging of teeth, gums, and other oral structures. We also have 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 you are relaxed and comfortable in our stress-free environment.
For your convenience, our office has late evening hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and our all-day openings on Saturdays. This makes it easy for you to plan your dental procedures around your schedule. We also accept almost all major dental insurance plans and offer a Gentle Dental Smile Plan that allows uninsured patients to receive discounted services. With a wide range of financing options available, we will make sure you get the care you need.
When searching for dental care in Auburn, Washington, look no further than Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills. We are conveniently located in the shopping plaza at the northwest corner of Lakeland Hills Way and Lake Tapps Drive Southeast, next to Haggen Foods and Pet Pros Lakeland. Our office is on the ground floor, wheelchair-accessible, and is accompanied by a large parking lot. Our friendly staff will make sure your every need is met. Give us a call today at 253-275-0461 to schedule your appointment.
WHO WE ARE
SEE WHAT OUR PATIENTS HAVE TO SAY!
Our general dentistry services take care of the daily dental needs of you and your family.
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We offer a variety of options to achieve the smile you always wanted.
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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.
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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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.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
D.M.D., M.S., M.M.Sc., Endodontist
Dr. David Kang believes patient education is a critical component in successful treatments. He always spends time with his patients going over details of diagnosis and prognosis based on clinical evaluations and research studies recommending evidence-based treatments. All of his patients and referring doctors complement and appreciate him for his great chair-side manner!
After graduating from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Dr. Kang received his M.S. in Biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his dental degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and his Masters degree in Endodontics from the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Kang grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina and worked as a computer engineer at IBM before he joined the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland for his master’s degree in Biotechnology.
B.A., Computer Engineering–Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S., Biotechnology–Johns Hopkins University
D.M.D.– University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine
M.M.Sc., Endodontics–Harvard University School of Dental Medicine
D.D.S., M.D. , Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
About Me
Dr. Wang says, “Having a great smile is important and makes a huge impact during first impressions. I like to be able to make a positive difference in a patient’s life.” Sometimes it means taking people out of pain or improving their smile and self image. His ultimate goal is to provide treatments that will lead to a lifetime of healthy teeth. As an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Wang appreciates the delicate and sophisticated nature of his work and how his clients may find this complexity daunting. He carefully describes their course of treatment and welcomes the close involvement of his clients. He also enjoys getting to know them personally.
After graduating from UC Berkeley, Dr. Wang received his Dental Degree from the Columbia University School of Dentistry. He was later awarded his Medical Degree from Southwestern Medical School. He also speaks Mandarin.
In his free time, Dr. Wang can be found on active adventures. He says, “I enjoy anything outdoors. Especially cycling, rock climbing and running.”
B.S., Biology–UC Berkeley
D.D.S.–Columbia University School of Dentistry
M.D.–Southwestern Medical School
American Dental Association
D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Garg says, “I never shy away from going the extra mile to help my patients with their dental care needs and bring smiles to their faces! Dentistry goes so far beyond just treating dental ailments; I believe that a dentist can play a vital role in the overall well-being of the patient. I also believe in sharing my knowledge and building long-lasting relationships. I’ve found all my dental experiences with patients incredibly satisfying and the thankfulness expressed by my patients makes me feel blessed to be in this noble profession.”
Dr. Garg received her Dental Degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. She is multi-lingual, speaking English, Hindi and Punjabi.
Dr. Garg says, “Away from dentistry, I love spending time with my family, reading, traveling and watching sports.”
EDUCATION
B.D.S.–Guru Nanak Dev Dental College
D.D.S.–University of Washington School of Dentistry
Advanced Education in General Dentistry–UCLA School of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
Washington State Dental Association
American Dental Association
Seattle-King County Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
B.D.S., M.S.D, Periodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Munimadugu has extensive expereance with Implant placement, Extractions and Bone Grafting, Gingival Recession Treatments, Connective Tissue Grafts, Tissue and Bone Regeneration, Crown lengthening, Gingivoplasty, Frenectomy and the Surgical treatment of peri-implantitis.
She was awarded her dental degree in from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in India. She completed a fellowship from University of California, San Francisco. Thereafter, Dr. Munimadugu received her Masters and Certificate in Periodontics from theUniversity of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She is also trained in Moderate Parenteral Conscious Sedation. Dr. Munimadugu is Board-Certified Periodontist and a member of the American Board of Periodontology.
Dr. Munimadugu lives in North Seattle with her husband and two children. She enjoys cooking, biking and gardening in her free time.
EDUCATION
B.D.S.–Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Fellowship–UC San Francisco School of Dentistry
M.S., Periodontics–University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
AFFILIATIONS
American Board of Periodontology
B.D.S., M.S.D., Orthodontist
About Me
Dentistry runs in her family–she is a 3rd generation dentist! She loves the idea of a career that could help people in such an important way. It is not just about straightening the teeth, it’s about creating a beautiful and confident smile. She says “the satisfaction and confidence on my patients faces when the orthodontic treatment is completed is priceless.” She loves to make them smile!
Dr. Pawar received her dental degree from the University of Sydney School of Dentistry. She later was awarded her M.S.D. and her Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists. She speaks Hindi, too.
Away from the office, Dr. Pawar and her family enjoy snowboarding and hiking.
Education
B.D.S.-University of Sydney School of Dentistry
M.S.D.-University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
Certificate in Orthodontics–University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
California Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
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