ABQ Gentle Dentistry, LLC

I needed a filling in a front tooth -- a very publicly visible place, so I was super concerned! I was super impressed that Dr. Lafferty stayed late and I mean until even after 6 PM to perfect my front tooth filling -- in addition to another filling needing done in the back of my mouth as well. Dr Lafferty and his crew have an extraordinary level of patience with his patients. I'm also extra sensitive when it comes to painkillers, And the numbing process can take extra long with me. So I was extra thrilled with Dr. Lafferty's patience and tolerance of my more uniqueness in that regard. Dr. Lafferty is my new dentist, and this was my first experience with him for a filling, But I will definitely be sticking around, as his care, as well as his crew, especially Paula, are top-notch!

Excellent visit. Had an annual cleaning and the dentist was able to fill a small cavity at the same visit. I really appreciated that since I have to come from out of town about two hours away.

Everyone at this office is so amazing!! As someone who is neurodivergent and has severe anxiety when it comes to the dentist, I felt very comfortable here. Caressa is so sweet, funny, and made me feel very safe. She’s absolutely amazing! Dr. Lafferty was so, so gentle and not judgmental at all. He is what I’ve been looking for. They made a whole plan for me and helped me save money which I appreciate more than they know. I will never go anywhere else! Thank you guys so much. 🤍

Wonderful experience. Very courteous staff. I would recommend Albuquerque Gentle Dentistry for a very enjoyable experience.

Im super hard to numb and am terrified of needles, but the doctor was so gentle that i didn't know when the needle went into my gums. they were constantly checking on me to make sure i was okay and not feeling pain 10/10 honestly

--- 💥💥BEST Dentist in Albuquerque Alert 💥💥 📞 CALL ABQ Gentle Dentistry TODAY!!! Dr. Lafferty is truly a diamond in the rough—a unicorn in dentistry and quite possibly the eighth wonder of the world. If you’ve ever experienced dental stress, pain, trauma from not being numb and ignored when you say stop, or anxiety from repeated visits that do not change or help the outcome of your teeth you can LEAVE that in the PAST !! From the moment you sit in the chair, you feel genuinely heard, respected, and CARED for!! Dr. Lafferty takes the time to ensure your dental journey makes sense for you. He includes you fully in creating a personalized treatment plan, listens closely to how you feel during each visit, and delivers one of the most thorough and thoughtful dental experiences I’ve ever encountered. He is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, funny, transparent, and realistic—offering multiple perspectives and options so you can make informed decisions with confidence. What stood out to me immediately was his sincerity. He was never rushed, never focused on financial gain, and never tried to push unnecessary care. Instead, he made sure we partnered together to choose what best aligned with my needs and vision. His genuine concern for providing the best possible patient experience is evident from the very first visit. The support staff is just as exceptional. Mrs. Toni and the front desk team—Harriette, Judith, and Mariah—are warm, kind, and outstanding at customer service. From your first interaction, you’re treated like family. ABQ Gentle Dentistry also features an in-house lab, where Langston does absolutely exceptional work on custom crowns—an incredible advantage for both quality and efficiency. This is done SAME DAY during your appointment- no waiting weeks for a send out crown-AMAZING!! Dental assistants Harmony, Julissa, and Caressa consistently go above and beyond to ensure you’re comfortable, listened to, and actively included throughout every step of your appointment. And the hygienists—Leah, Alleah, Christy, and Paula—are welcoming, patient, and highly skilled, making even routine visits feel calm and positive. If you’re looking for comprehensive, compassionate, and genuinely patient-centered dental care, ABQ Gentle Dentistry is the place. You’ll quickly understand why this team is so special. Call ABQ Gentle Dentistry, it will be the best decision you’ve made in choosing a Dentist!!! 💥💥💥💥

Thank You, Dr. Lafferty and to everyone who helped with my restoration. Yesterday he completed the restoration of my smile. My teeth as he restored them look natural and my family was very impressed. Dr. Lafferty and his team are very fine, capable, and competent people. I respect him and his staff very much for the way I was treated as a patient. They are the most wonderful people to help others when they need any kind of help with their teeth. I met Dr. Lafferty toward the beginning of my restorative journey and it was during a hectic and challenging time for him, his team, and his practice in general because they were working through a massive remodel of the patient suites, and offices. NOTHELESS, I was always greeted with kindness, sincerity, patience, and everyone I came in contact with including the professional staff at the front desk were always willing to help and listen and always had a smile on their face over the course of multiple visits. Dr. Lafferty places a premium as to how patients are treated and it manifests as a genuine culture. Going to the dentist is usually hard enough, but Dr. Lafferty and his team know how to make it so much easier! Thank You. Mike Armijo

If you need a cleaning Leah is the hygienist to see. In my over 30 years of consistent dental cleaning that was the best ever experienced. Thank you Leah 😊

The tooth really hurt! I called them at 10:15am and my husband was being seen at their office at 11:00! When he came out from having the tooth extracted he commented that he hardly knew that it had been taken out, it went that smoothly. Gentle Dentristy practices dentistry the way it should be practiced, from the receptionists, to the hygienists, to Dr. Lafferty. Thank you all so much.

I LOVE this dentist! I have Dr. Lafferty (I hope that’s how you spell his name) I have always hated the dentist and I have tried so many but when I found Gentle Dentistry I was happy in more ways than one. I found a place I am comfortable and a place I don’t dread going to. The staff are unbelievably kind and are beyond understanding of moving appointments and try to accommodate you as best as they can while working to your schedule. I am someone who HATES needles, and even that is an understatement but this is the only place I’ve ever been that is understanding of that fear and works with me with it. I just had some fillings done and this is not my first time getting fillings in that tooth but those fillings kept falling out when other dentists did them. They were loose, uncomfortable, a very noticeable color mismatch, and fell out repeatedly. I have already fixed them with Gentle Dentistry and not only are they comfortable but they aren’t even noticeable! If I didn’t know I got fillings I never would have because the color is a perfect match and I can’t even feel them with my tongue! Now I don’t mean to be repetitive but I cannot stress how much I love it here and I couldn’t recommend Gentle Dentistry enough to everyone!

Dr. Lafferty spent 1.5 hrs of extra time and attention getting my crown to be absolutely perfect since it is my front tooth. Beyond thankful for his care and expertise!!