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Gentle Dental Coal Creek

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

6935 Coal Creek Pkwy SE
Newcastle, WA 98059

Evening and weekend hours available
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Hours

Monday 8:00-5:00
Tuesday 10:00-7:00
Wednesday 8:00-5:00
Thursday 7:00-4:00
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:00-3:00 (by appt)

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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

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

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
AETNA PPO
PREMERA BC OF WA
UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO
GUARDIAN PPO
REGENCE BC/BS FEP WA
DELTA CA-PPO
PRINCIPAL PPO

...and many more.
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(425) 629-9823

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.

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(425) 629-9823

To Know Us Is To Love Us

LEARN ABOUT US

Coal Creek Gentle Dental is conveniently located in the Coal Creek Village shopping center at the northwest corner of Newcastle Way and Coal Creek Parkway Southeast. Our office is just south of Safeway and northwest across the parking lot from Starbucks.

Our late evening hours on Tuesdays, early hours on Thursdays, and all-day availability on Saturdays allows you to pick the perfect appointment time for your busy schedule. We provide our patients with many ways to pay for dental services. We accept all major dental insurance, offer payment plans for many procedures, and allow discounted payments through the Gentle Dental Smile Plan, which reduces costs by 20 percent or more.

We offer in-house cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening, veneers, and dental implants. In addition, we provide all types of general dentistry, including regular checkups, biannual cleanings, fillings, X-rays, and much more. For those who experience anxiety when visiting the dentist, our team will put you at ease and always prioritize your comfort. Our highly experienced staff will treat you like family, and you’ll always be extended the utmost respect and care from every member of our team.

We’d love to hear how we can put a smile on your face. Give our kind and experienced front office staff a call at 425-629-9823. We’ll help you schedule your consultation or appointment and answer any questions you have about dentistry, oral health, payment options, or anything else.

Meet The Team

WHO WE ARE

Aravind Buddula

D.M.D., M.D.S., M.S. Periodontist

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Aravind Buddula

D.M.D., M.D.S., M.S. Periodontist

About Me
Dr. Aravind Buddula’s father, a pediatric surgeon, served as his initial inspiration and played a key role in shaping his career. He loves treating his patients and giving them the gentle care they need for great oral health. Delivering periodontal services at multiple Gentle Dental offices throughout the Seattle region, he brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to each patient’s care.

His love for his profession is reflected in his achievements. While studying Dentistry at a top dental school in his home country of India, Dr. Buddula received an award from the International College of Dentists for achieving the highest marks in Prosthodontics. He furthered his education with a Masters of Dental Surgery in Periodontics from the College of Dental Surgery in Manipal, India. He went on to pursue a Certificate in Public Health at the Oklahoma University of Health Sciences in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He then attained his D.M.D degree at Tufts School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Buddula made the Dean’s Honor Roll for his exemplary performance on the National Dental Board examination, and was selected by the world-renowned Mayo Clinic to complete his Fellowship in Periodontology and Masters in Biomedical Sciences. His work there earned him the Dental Student Award for outstanding achievements from the American Academy of Periodontology. Especially interested in implant surgery, he has multiple articles on this topic in international, peer-reviewed journals, and his papers have been accepted for presentations at various national and international conferences. He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association.

Recognizing that patient care and understanding are the essence of any health profession, Dr.Buddula has genuine love and concern for his patients. This fact was acknowledged when he was placed amongst the best periodontists in patient care at the Mayo Clinic, based exclusively upon the positive patient feedbacks he received.

In his spare time, Dr.Buddula enjoys watching movies and playing cricket. He is fluent in English, Telugu and Hindi.

Education

D.M.D., Dentistry – Tufts School of Dental Medicine
M.D.S. – College of Dental Surgery (India)
M.S., Periodontics – Mayo Clinic

Affiliations

American Dental Association
American Academy of Periodontology

Arbia Zainvi

D.D.S., M.P.H. General Dentist

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Arbia Zainvi

D.D.S., M.P.H. General Dentist

About Me
Dr. Zainvi graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry as one of her classes’ strongest graduating dentists. Dr. Zainvi has previously earned a Master of Public Health in Biostatistics and Clinical Research from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. As a testament to her dedication to dentistry, Dr. Zainvi has received numerous scholarships, honors and awards. Additionally, while at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, Dr. Zainvi served as a teaching assistant, clinical tutor and research analyst in dental research projects which led to publications in international, peer-reviewed journals. She has also presented her dental research papers and posters at international and national conferences.

Dr. Zainvi is thrilled to be a part of the Gentle Dental team providing exceptional care to the people of the Pacific Northwest. Her patient care philosophy is one that places the patient at the center of every treatment plan. She believes in creating a wonderful dental experience for her patients and strives to serve her patients with compassion, excellence, and value.

Dr. Zainvi is a member of American Dental Association, Washington State Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry and the International Association for Dental Research.
In her spare time, Dr. Zainvi enjoys traveling, the outdoors, cooking, reading and spending time with family and friends. She is fluent in Hindi and Urdu.

Education

B.D.S., Dentistry–Dr Z A Dental College & Hospital, AMU, Aligarh, India

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

M.P.H, Biostatistics and Clinical Research–University of North Texas

Affiliations

American Dental Association

Washington State Dental Association

Academy of General Dentistry

International Association for Dental Research

Jagdeep Gill

D.D.S. Endodontist

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Jagdeep Gill

D.D.S. Endodontist

About Me
Dr. Gill says, “I enjoy meeting and getting to know all of my patients, and providing them with exceptional dental treatment and oral health knowledge. It’s great to have such a positive impact impact on patients oral health and therefore their overall well-being. I love science and working with my hands. I always knew I would have a career in the health care field serving patience.

After graduating from the University of British Columbia, Dr. Gill received his Dental Degree from the Howard University College of Dentistry. He was awarded his Certificate of Endodontics from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine.

He’s a member of the many organizations including the American Association of Endodontists and the Washington State Association of Endodontists. Dr. Gill also speaks Punjabi and Hindi.
Dr. Gill says, “In my free time, I enjoy an active lifestyle, including playing basketball, running, hiking, and exploring the Pacific Northwest with my wife Nisha and our dog, Kenyon.”

Education

B.Sc., Biology–University of British Columbia

D.D.S.–Howard University College of Dentistry

Certificate of Endodontics–University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine

Affiliations

American Dental Association

American Association of Endodontists

Washington State Association of Endodontists

Washington State Dental Association

Seattle King County Dental Society