Gentle Dentistry
Dentures and general care in Tampa
Smyleee Rating
Excellent
About Gentle Dentistry
Gentle Dentistry operates on East Fletcher Avenue in Tampa, Florida. Dentures replace some or all of the natural teeth in a jaw with a removable appliance, custom-fitted to the mouth. A full denture replaces every tooth; a partial fills gaps where some natural teeth remain. Because the jaw bone reshapes over time, dentures typically need adjusting or remaking periodically.
Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not.
Digital X-rays are a routine part of dental care because they show what a visual exam alone cannot — decay forming between teeth, bone loss below the gumline, and how developing adult teeth are positioned in children. They use a low radiation dose and are taken on a schedule matched to individual risk rather than at every single visit.
Left untreated, small dental problems tend not to stay small. A minor cavity that would have been a straightforward filling can progress to needing root canal treatment and a crown, and early gum inflammation that would have reversed with a good cleaning can progress toward bone loss around the teeth. Catching things early is generally the difference in both effort and cost.
Continuity matters in dental care — seeing the same practice over time means your history, X-rays, and any patterns in your oral health are already on file, rather than starting from scratch at each visit. That familiarity is part of what a regular dental home offers beyond any single appointment.
Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them. Avoiding the dentist out of anxiety tends to make eventual treatment more involved, not less. Contact details for Gentle Dentistry are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.
Based on East Fletcher Avenue in Tampa, Florida, Gentle Dentistry provides dentures alongside routine dental care. The practice is open Monday through Thursday. Contact details and a full list of services are on this page.
Clinic Details
Parking
Free parking lot
Best Known For
Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneers, Emergency Dentistry, Dentures
Business Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday(Today) | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Reviews
Smyleee Rating
Excellent
358 reviews
Smyleee Rating reflects verified profile signals, reviews, and overall care quality.
Recent Reviews
Continues to provide the most professional, thorough and comfortable cleaning ever! Gentle Dentistry is simply the BEST. An 11 on a 1 to 10 scale!! 5 Star x2!!!
I had my first visit at Gentle Dentistry with Dr. Tong and Nicki, and it was a wonderful experience! Nicki was incredibly gentle, thorough, and made me feel completely comfortable during my cleaning. Dr. Tong was kind, professional, and took the time to answer all my questions. The whole team was welcoming and caring. Highly recommend Gentle Dentistry!
This is a great clinic! I like the attention and the special care the put into the cleaning especially if you need a deep one. Great place!
The Gentle Dentistry team is always professional and customer focused. I had a flat tire and missed my appointment. The team called me to check on me and make sure I was safe and ok. I live in Riverview but I enjoy going back to this dentistry team. Their knowledge and service is second to none!
GENTLE DENTISTRY on Fletcher in Tampa!! The compassion and empathy of this entire office only pale in comparison to their professional skills. I wish everyone who ever had anxiety or fear of a dentist could experience their service. EVERY! SINGLE! PERSON! In this office AMAZING!! Dr. Tong & Nicki Mariela Jessie, Jill, & Kelly Thank you for a wonderful experience!!
Dr. Tong and his entire staff, especially Jessie, are super welcoming and professional. They are extremely meticulous and detail oriented with their work. Very pleased with my tooth implant.
Had a great experience getting my cleaning and checkup done here. Dr. Tong was thorough and took the time to explain everything, and my hygienist Nicki did a fantastic job — gentle, friendly, and left my teeth feeling great. Their admins Jessie & Jill run the office smoothly and everyone made me feel comfortable. Highly recommend if you're looking for a dentist you can trust!
Dr. Tong and all the staff were welcoming and very friendly. Dr. Tong took a great deal of time to explain my problem and recommendations to fix it. It was an excellent experience!
Dr.Tong and Jessie were amazing to work with. They took really good care of me to find out what my needs are and made the wisdoms tooth extraction process a breeze!
A caring and professional practice. They treat you with respect and dignity and understand your dental needs and health. You are number one!
Nikki, dental hygienist, is great.
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