Question 1

What is Gentle Dental?

Accepted Answer

Gentle Dental is a network of neighborhood dental offices whose affiliated dental professionals and office staff are committed to building relationships for life with patients. Gentle Dental provides preventative, general and specialty dental care for every member of the family.

Question 2

What kind of preventative care services do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Gentle Dental offers professional cleanings, oral cancer screenings, and dental examinations for children and adults. In addition, they also offer dental sealants, fluoride treatments, custom mouth guards, and other treatments and services as needed.

Question 3

I’m interested in improving the look of my smile. What can you do for me?

Accepted Answer

Cosmetic dentistry can be very exciting for patients. The affiliated dental professionals at Gentle Dental are available to consult on teeth whitening, veneers, dentures, implants, crowns and many other options for improving your smile.

Question 4

What if I need specialist care?

Accepted Answer

Nearly all Gentle Dental offices have dental specialists on staff, so you may not need to go anywhere else for dental care. These specialists may include periodontists, pediatric dentists, orthodontists, and oral & maxillofacial surgeons. Your regular dentist will let you know if you need care from a dental specialist.

Question 5

What insurances does Gentle Dental cover?

Accepted Answer

Gentle Dental accepts all major insurance plans. If you have questions regarding whether your specific insurance provider is covered contact your local Gentle Dental office.

Question 6

I’m concerned about cost. What are my payment options?

Accepted Answer

At Gentle Dental, oral health care goes beyond your teeth and gums. We seek to be gentle on your wallet with flexible payment options that include offering flexible financing options. For more information regarding payment options, visit our payment page here or contact your Gentle Dental team.

Question 7

How do I schedule an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Call your Gentle Dental office. A friendly staff member will help you schedule an appointment and answer any questions you may have.

Question 8

I work full-time and my kids have a full schedule. How easy is it to get an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Gentle Dental offers flexible scheduling options, such as evening and weekend appointments for your convenience.

Question 9

What if I have a dental emergency?

Accepted Answer

Gentle Dental offers same-day emergency appointments and afterhours on-call services for patients of record. We will also make all efforts to accommodate new patients who are experiencing a dental emergency.

Question 10

Should I arrive early for my first appointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you should arrive 10-15 minutes early in order to fill out your patient forms.

Question 11

What should I expect during my first appointment?

Accepted Answer

Expect your first appointment to last between 1 to 1 ½ hours. During this time your friendly Gentle Dental dentist will perform a full comprehensive exam to determine what dental care is best for you based on your needs and goals.