Gentling Dental Care

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At Gentling Dental, we strongly believe that four heads are better than one – that’s why our dental office features a team of knowledgeable doctors who all bring unique strengths and skills to the table! At the same time, they share a similar passion for trustworthy, family-friendly dentistry that always adheres to very high clinical standards. To put it simply, they never perform care that they wouldn’t recommend to their very own loved ones.

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  1. Best Dental experience ever! Kindness,knowledge and caring! From the front office staff to the Dentist and Hygienist. Gentling Dental Care was a wonderful experience!

  2. Always friendly, From the minute you walk in the door.Dr Ryan and the entire staff are the BEST at what they do.And when I have issues they always get me in ASAP.

  3. I broke a tooth and my regular dentist couldn’t see me for several days. I called Gentling and they made time. They did a fantastic job and will now be my family’s dentist.

  4. Super pleased with the people who work for this company. They were so kind and I was very much pleased with the work they did on my teeth. Will continue to keep going there.

  5. Seriously the FIRST dental office I’ve been to that actually made me feel at ease and comfortable .I will be switching my son over as well. Fantastic work and the staff is exceptional.

  6. I’ve been going here for 20+ years. Just great people and service, and they stand behind their work. They’ve reworked issues for me at no charge even when it’s for example an old filing that cracked because I started grinding my teeth at night.

  7. I was a patient for many years when I lived in Rochester. The friendly staff and expert care made my visits pleasant and my dental health strong! I highly recommend Gentling Dental!

  8. Super friendly staff, my kiddos left with high spirits, clean teeth and more knowledgeable about how to brush their teeth. They also gave me helpful tips on how to brush my 2 year old’s teeth with less of a battle.

  9. I am always welcomed with a smile when I enter the clinic and when I meet with the hygienist and dentist. They explain what will be done and ask if I have any questions. If they see that I am hurting, they are quick to remedy the situation. I am very pleased with the results.

  10. I have been going to Gentling for nearly 30 years. I always have a great time when I am there, especially since they added flat screen TV’s to their rooms. That Mary Mullen lady always has a smile on her face and brightens my day. She is one swell gal!

  11. I called to make an appointment and told them multiple times what I had for insurance and was told they accept it. I also tell them why I need the appointment and they schedule me. I go and The first thing the dentist tells me when she …

  12. I grew up on a farm without fluoridated water as well as a rural dentist without x-ray equipment. As a result I have a lot of fillings and crowns and am now re-doing some early dental work. Ryan and team always take the time to explain …

  13. I had to have a crown put on. This is not the most pleasant thing to have done. The doctor and the assistant made is as pleasant as it could be. It was so much better than my first crown a few years ago at a different location. Love this clinic.

  14. I love the Gentling team! Everyone here is incredibly kind and hardworking. The receptionists always make me feel welcome. Everyone is very accommodating to any needs you may have! Highly recommended!

  15. Exceptional service, friendly staff, and superior results. Even some of the more “demanding” dental work is performed quickly and efficiently, yet the final product is natural looking and of the utmost quality. I would recommend to anyone for any dental work, from a teeth cleaning or x-rays to full-fledged oral surgery.

  16. Everytime has been a great experience at Gentling Dental. Everyone there is awesome from the front desk to the doctors and assistants/hygienists. I highly recommend it to everyone with any sort of dental need.

  17. We’ve been at Gentling Dental for over thirty plus years and have been very pleased with the services. The staff has always been very pleasant and accommodating.

  18. Thank you Shannon for making sure I got in to see Dr. Melissa!!!! You all always take great care of me when I’m there!!!!! Gentling staff is absolutely amazing & wonderful people!!!! Everyone is super helpful!!!!! Thanks for my beautiful new crown 🦷🙌🏽🙌🏽😊😊 …

  19. Dr. Melissa and her assistant Kristie are wonderful! I have major anxiety and Dr. Melissa and her assistant ease my fears. They are both very patient and caring. I would recommend Gentling to anyone especially those with dental anxiety.

  20. My experience with Dr Phil and his assistant (Gena) has been amazing!! My fear is finally gone. I can walk into the office and be comfortable. My daughter is also a patient of Dr Phil and Gena- and as a 4 yr old, I dont have to worry about her fear! The front desk is awesome along with other assistant. I will be back!!!!

  21. I started coming to Gentling several years ago and have always appreciated the personal interest they show to their clients. Their staff is very friendly and they all do excellent work.

  22. I recently completed the long process of changing my smile with Invisalign. It looks better than I ever imagined and I have to thank Dr. Phil Pattee and his wonderful team for the results! My family and I have been going to Gentling Dental …

  23. This is a very good dental practice. They provide by far the highest quality care I have received at any dental office I’ve ever been too. We have three boys, and they take great care of all five of us. They treat us like family.

  24. COVID safe checkup. I delayed my usual dental checkup for 3 months due to COVID. Gentling Dental is now open. I had a new hygienist due to staffing issues. She was very experience, kind, and gentle. I have been going to Gentling Dental for over 30 years. I felt COVID safe going there. I would highly recommend them.

  25. Great service and care. They make sure that you are comfortable and don’t try to sell you stuff like other dental places. Gentling has always been up front with estimations for services. Love Dr. Melissa!

  26. I could not recommend a better Dental office. Staff are courteous, helpful and pleasant. I have actually been content(if that’s possible at a dentist appointment) , and Dr Ryan Hendrickson listens to me and explains steps of treatment.

  27. It’s a wonderful place to go to. Everyone is friendly, it’s a warm environment and the work is done timely and professionally. I saw Karen for a basic cleaning and she was wonderful. If you need something done with your teeth, I definitely recommend Gentling Dental Care!!!

  28. Genting is an awesome place to receive dental care. The dentists and assistants are top notch in kindness and in their field. The receptionists are warm and welcoming. I am always excited to go to the dentist, and that’s something that I’ve never experienced before!

  29. My service from Karen today was excellent. Karen along with the rest of the team at Gentling Dental are friendly and very professional. I have been a customer for a number of years and have never had a bad experience. Keep up the great work!

  30. I came to gentling dental for the first time in agonizing pain! They got me in right away, found the source of the pain, and extracted it right then and there! I felt so much better and am so thankful for their kindness and quickness!

  31. Excellent service. Staff is super friendly, helpful and competent. Totally painless procedure.
    Staff was very concerned with my comfort and took the time to explain everything …

  32. Great place and handling covid well. I waited in my car for them to call, so I had no contact with other guests. The facility is clean and everyone was very nice. My hygienist and dentist were both excellent and efficient. Thanks gang.

  33. Gentling Dental Care staff are excellent. My experience at every visit has been so positive. My Family and friends choose Gentling Dental Care for all of our dental needs. Thank you!

  34. Excellent care and compassion for patients! I would highly recommend this dentist for anyone looking in the Rochester area. Dr. Phil worked with me a lot to make sure I was happy with my night guard. They are so friendly and helpful! My mouth has never been happier!

  35. Arriving at Gentling Dental is a joy because of the people who work at the front desk. You are always greeted with a friendly smile and professional service. Gentling Dental stays on schedule so you can too. I have been counting on Gentling …

  36. Amazing dental office with efficient staff, friendly and very accommodating. I broke off a tooth and I called in the next morning. Got in, problem solved and I was included in the discussion for what would work out best for me. Mary is …

  37. I had my periodic dental cleaning yesterday with Karen. She has been my hygienist for many years. Karen is one of the main reasons for my loyalty in being a patient at Gentling Dental. She is always upbeat, full of helpful information regarding dental care, and efficient. Super job- as usual!

  38. The dentist can be a scary place, but when you walk into Gentling Dental, you are greeted by name with a smile! The staff are all friendly and truly care about their patients best interest. I have recommended Gentling to Co-workers and they feel the same way!

  39. I have been going to Gentling Dental Care for my whole life. There is a friendly and professional atmosphere throughout the office that is perfect for people of all ages. The ladies at the front desk are always smiling and willing to …

  40. I have been a patient at Gentling for many years, and keep coming back, which is unusual considering it’s a dentist office not Starbucks. Seriously the staff are friendly, knowledgeable and thorough. 2 years ago I moved to the cities but …

  41. The last visit to this fine dental clinic was absolutely wonderful, and this is by no means an exaggeration. The hygienist was somewhat delayed by previous patient’s activities; of course, this was OK since it gave me time to the review my …

  42. All the staff in the office are exceptional! Dr. Ryan is amazing! Very nice, explains everything well, careful work, and trustworthy. He is also very considerate about making sure you are comfortable and nice and numb. …

  43. I switched from a Dentist I had been going to for several years so that I could be with my husband and our kids at the same dentist. I have had nothing but great experiences with Gentling. Their staff is very friendly and professional and …

  44. Fantastic care! Dr. Ryan and his staff were a joy to be around. My 4 year old son joined me as he also had a dentist appointment and when he has finished (I still had more work) they played with him and made him feel at home. This office …

  45. Dr. Ryan has been our family’s dentist for 12 years. We couldn’t be happier with the care we have received. All of the staff is friendly, attentive and gentle. Our three kids have never been nervous about dental appointments. I’m so grateful to have found Gentling Dental Care when we first moved to Rochester.

  46. Great attention to details. Explanations helped me understand the next course of action. I received a colored map of my teeth. Each tooth was numbered and colored in regard root canals, crowns, implants and a list of concerns with my dental health.

  47. I have been a patient at Gentling Dental office since I moved to Rochester, in 1982. I am quite anxious when it comes to going to the dentist and the staff at Gentling are sensitive to that. They are very kind and encouraging and supportive. I am grateful for the care and attention I receive.

  48. My experience was exceptionally positive. I had a lot of anxiety before my crown appointment, but the dental assistant, Melissa, and Dr. Ryan made me feel comfortable and they told me what they were doing step by step, which was comforting. The staff is personable, friendly, empathetic, and professional.
    Gwen

  49. The staff at Gentling Dental is very professional and always focused on my individual dental needs. As a long time patient I have always received great care whether its a routine cleaning and exam or more intensive repairs. I have always …

  50. Gentling Dental is amazing! The staff are friendly, professional and always make you feel welcome! They accomodate you when things come up when you need to be seen sooner than later. I have been with Gentling Dental for over 50 years and …

  51. Thank you to the wonderful office staff, Dr. Melissa McColloch, Kristie, and Karen at Gentling Dental Care for making every visit a relaxed and pleasant experience. I appreciate Dr. Melissa’s exceptional expertise, her skills for …

  52. Karen does an excellent job of cleaning and Dr Phil is continually helping with my intermittent
    Dental problems. Dr Phil is thorough and extremely competent and I very much appreciate his kindness!

  53. I was very nervous about changing dentists at first and am glad I did. I had a great experience with all the staff today at Gentling. Very knowledgeable team and would recommend to anyone looking great care. Looking forward to continuing my care. Thanks so much!

  54. Without any reservation whatsoever, I totally recommend Dr, Ryan Henrichsen for dental care. After my dentist of many years retired, and after unsatisfactory dental treatment with another dentist, and after, belatedly, doing some online …

  55. I am a jittery Dental goer. I had not had my teeth cleaned for a year and a half because of Covid, so I was apprehensive about this appointment. However Anna did a fantastic job and made me feel comfortable during the cleaning and polishing. It was a good experience.

  56. Have been a patient at Gentling Dental for a little over a year now. I am so comfortable with the care received there and very pleased with their compassion, gentle care and efficiency. Dr. Melissa, Anna, both so attentive and kind. Thank you so much!!!!

  57. I was thrilled with how much time Dr. Mark spent with me on my first visit and how he addressed each of my concerns. He did not make me feel bad for having some issues with my teeth that I needed to work on. He also completely changed my …

  58. I was seen by Autumn for my cleaning. She was gentle & explained everything she was doing. A student was shadowing her during my appointment. It is nice to see Gentling Dental employees sharing their talents!

  59. Great dental care. Friendly and talented staff.
    Been a patient since 1973! Best part is I still have all my teeth thanks to folks at Gentling Dental, Rochester, MN

  60. I could not be more pleased with the outstanding dental care I receive from Gentling Dental, specifically Dr. Phil. I have had some difficult dental issues over the past 5 years and without fail, Dr. Phil has pursued until all were …

  61. I hate dental work. Horrible experiences as a child with a borderline sadist practitioner formed a perception of pain and fear. These experiences were not assuaged in any successive visits as an adult. But a pressing cosmetic issue combined …

  62. A wonderful experience getting two root canal treatments done (which is not an easy thing to say). I received care from both Dr. Ryan and Dr. Phil and they, together with their staff, were great to have. They always explained every step in …

  63. Staff is always courteous and efficient; hygienists are all professional, friendly, and competent; and Dr. Ryan is honest, skilled, and personable. Having great trouble finding this group’s equal in our new locale, so we keep coming back (1500+miles!)!

  64. Best Dental 🦷 Care in the town of Rochester!
    The staff here at Gentling Dental are like no other, very friendly & compassionate to each person that walks through their door! The work that’s done, whether …

  65. I just adore Dr Melissa and her entire office!!!!! They truly care and go above beyond!!!! I travel from Arkansas to see her and I will follow her anywhere…!!!! Dr Melissa is a total Rock Star!!!!!!!

  66. I have had only positive experiences with Gentling Dental.Tara is my dental hygienist. She is gentle, caring, professional and very likable. I always feel better after Tara cleans my teeth. Kristie is the dental assistant who has seen me …

  67. I have always had a good experience with Dr. Phil and all the hygienists. They’re so friendly and put me at ease. My family and I have been going to Gentling Dental a long time and will continue going.

  68. Gentling dental is amazing for many reasons. I have been going to them for dental work for a long time now and I’m never disappointed. All the staff is friendly and knowledgeable on what’s going on. I feel confident in their knowledge and ability to fix any problem I might have. They are awesome.

  69. The best dental practice in town! Very professional, easy to work with and the care is exceptional. Solid care plans are given, so the patient understands and can plan ahead of time, caring people, gentle hands and smiley faces. Going to the dentist is a pleasure when you go to Gentling Dental 🙂

  70. Love Gentling Dental and I’m someone that dislikes going to the dentist. Everyone there is very professional and caring. I’ve never had a bad experience there and have been going to Gentling for about 25 years. Thank you Dr. Phil and staff!

  71. I’ve had nothing but positive experiences at Gentling Dental since my first appointment. From the second you walk in the door, you are greeted as family (best customer service) with a warm welcome. Dr. Ryan, et. al, is knowledgeable, …

  72. Anna was my hygienist and as always did a great job.
    Very courteous, professional, and is knowledgeable about her job! The whole staff and Dentists are a nice group of people.
    Sincerely, Mike Suk

  73. We have experienced nothing but positive dental care from all the staff at Gentling Dental for 26 years. We especially like Dr. Melissa as our dentist and Anna as our hygienist. They are very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly.

  74. Gentling Dental has been a great experience for me as well as my children. All staff are very professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Gentling Dental.

  75. Gentling Dental are so very professional but yet down to earth. Dr. Phil is my dentist. He even answers a text message should you have a question or a problem regarding a past visit or a future visit. Then I have my dental assistant Tara …

  76. Dr. Melissa is great! I’ve been trying to have a dental implant placed on my front tooth for the last several years. When we determined that a implant wouldn’t be possible, Dr. Melissa walked me through all the options and helped me …

  77. Dr Ryan is and great the dental hygienists are friendly and listen to your concerns.They never push new products or procedures. I always feel like I’m getting great dental care.

  78. I have been a client for my entire life- over 60 years. Technology certainly has changed but the “Gentling Way” of caring for us has never waivered. I’ve always felt that my goals and needs have been met and often times exceeded my expectations.

  79. At Gentling Dental I was treated as if they really cared about my dental work. They were not my primary dentist but they got me in a got me in and took care of me way faster is way faster than my primary dentist. They sensed an urgency …

  80. I had a dental cleaning and some questions about concerns wiretapping concerns.the dental hygiene technician communicated my concerns immediately and addressed with Dr Phil . Their response was done with respect and collegial discussion. …

  81. I have always had a wonderful experience with Dr Phil. Dr Phil and the hygienists provide great care for my entire family. I feel like my kids, ages 6 and 3, are seeing that a visit to the dentist’s office can be enjoyable, while learning why dental hygiene is important.

  82. It’s nice to be able to say I enjoy going in to Gentling Dental Care! Staff is caring courteous and kind and that’s a pretty good sell for me. I feel comfortable and trust their abilities and the services they provide. Thank you Gentling for all that you do! That’s something to be proud of!

  83. Dr Melissa is amazing. She listens well and has a wealth of information at her fingertips. She doesn’t just “drill and fill.” She comes up with novel and cutting edge approaches to dental care. The staff at Gentling are uniformly courteous, professional, and friendly. I would recommend Gentling highly!

  84. Had my first crown done and it went very well. I have crooked teeth and it wasn’t easy for them but you’d never know it, the result is just like the original! They managed my fear, no pain whatsoever and were done faster than promised. Highly recommended.

  85. I’ve been a patient at Gentling for 40 years and I have never been pressured to have a procedure, and have never been disappointed with the advice or care I received from either Dr. Colin or Dr. Ryan. Everyone is both professional and friendly. My new hygienist, Lexie, is wonderful.

  86. Always a good experience. They make you feel relaxed, important, and educate you on anything that needs educating. They are honest, caring, and all have great senses of humor. Can’t say that I always look forward to going to the dentist, …

  87. We like Gentling Dental as the employees are friendly, professional and truly are concerned about making your dental experience a good one:). They have a 10% cash discount up front and send out your reimbursement claims to insurance before you leave the building. Very efficient and always done with a smile:).

  88. From the receptionist to my hygienist, to my dentist – everyone is SO nice and truly caring about me as a patient and a person. I am 57 and is by far the best dental office I have ever had. THANK YOU ALL!!

  89. I had been going to a different local dentist for 16 years and decided to switch for various reasons. On my very first visit to Gentling, I was blown away by the attention to detail and personable care that Dr. Melissa provided. My exam …

  90. Called in the morning for my 95y/o mom- got in mid afternoon- Dr Melissa was so kind and patient with her- squeezed her in so she wouldn’t have to return- just the best on all accounts- thank you!!

  91. I was so pleased with all aspects of my appointment from Dr. Melissa’s thorough exam and thorough explanation of potential areas of concern and suggestions on how to prevent any worsening of situations to excellent cleaning by Anna. Her …

  92. I have been going to Gentlings for over 30 years and their service is the BEST. I’ve had two different dentists and two different hygienists over the years and they have all done excellent work. Five thumbs up. (I might have to see someone else to work on those thumbs).

  93. Gentling Dental is truly the best of the best. Their care, attention to detail, and compassion for their patients is evident from the moment you walk in. From the friendly front desk staff to the caring hygienists, and the knowledgeable …

  94. Today was our first day at Getling, but we’ve been with Dr. Boeker for 24 years. I adore his sense of humor. He is incredibly intelligent and uniquely entertaining. He’s one in a million and I always look forward to seeing him. Today I met …

  95. As a new resident of Rochester, I found myself in dire need of a dentist. A crown had come loose and it needed be fixed quickly. After searching the internet and reading all the reviews of Gentling Dental and combing through their website, …

  96. What more can I say than I’ve moved from Rochester, but still go to Gentling. Autumn is hands -down the best hygienist I’ve ever had, and Dr. Ryan and his assistant, Melissa, have taken care of everything else for almost 25 years. I’ve also …

  97. Gentling Dental is a top notch team of clinical providers all around. They are super knowledgeable and great educators, explaining not only what they are doing, but why it’s important for dental and overall health. All of the staff are …

  98. Staff is excellent with kids. They talk at the appropriate age level, help get them excited about brushing, have flavored they love, and a little prize. They are also very knowledgeable and give us thorough assessments, show us pictures of …

  99. This is the BEST dental office hands down! From the minute you walk in, the front desk staff always greets you with a big smile. I have never had to wait long. The hygienist named Anna is super through and makes sure I am comfortable every …

  100. Always felt at home coming in. I have never had an issue here. The staff and hygienist are very friendly. They are very knowledgeable and confident in their work. I love Dr. Melissa. She always lights up the room and makes you feel like family.

  101. The team at Gentling is always great. I appreciate the email and text reminder from the front desk (who are always friendly and welcoming when you come in). Lexi, the dental hygienist, was thorough and excellent and Dr. Phil is always personable and efficient. Have had great care here!

  102. So happy with an early 7AM appointment! Tara, my hygienist was awesome as usual. I had more than the usual questions and EVERYONE of them was answered with sincerity and years of knowledge and experience! Dr. MELISSA was her usual cheery …

  103. I went to Gentling for the first time and from the minute I walked in, I was greeted by the front desk staff, who were very friendly! Kristie made the x-rays quick and painless and answered all my questions and made sure I was comfortable …

  104. First of all the receptionist give the wrong information tell me that they do everything like root canal and everything in same place and they refer to another place. Later on when I visit to Dr she said you have go to other clinic for root canal and later on we do other procedures here. Even she said she is not very good in root canal.

  105. Dr. Phil and his staff are excellent and very caring. Dr. Phil does a great job explaining what needs to be done and his hygienists are also excellent. I highly recommend Dr. Phil.

  106. The dentist I’ve seen here is absolutely amazing, but every time I call or speak to anyone at the front desk they are rude which is really frustrating. I like my dentist here but don’t even feel comfortable calling to schedule an appointment because of the way the front desk staff speaks to me.

  107. The hygienists are all really great, professional and friendly (read: I want to talk with this person but their fingers are in my mouth). The dental staff have a really broad covering in the practice – I’ve consulted them on Invisiline and sleep/respiratory issues.

  108. My husband was pretty impressive with the care that he got from Lexi during his routine cleaning appointment. Lexi was
    very thoroughly with what she does and very pleasant . Greatly appreciated for an awesome service.

  109. I went to Gentling for dental cleaning. Had a new dental hygienist, Lora. I really liked her. She was very professional, friendly, and considerate. I felt very confident of her work.

  110. My growing up years I was so afraid of going to the dentist.. even as an adult I feared anything to do with dentists… but everything changed when I found Gentling Dental… every one of the staff from front desk, hygienist, Dentist and …

  111. My visit was for an overdue cleaning and dental consult. Dr. Ryan and the hygienist Laura were excellent. Definitely a team approach!
    The same can be said for Dr. Phil, Dr. Melissa, and their assistants. They work …

  112. Gentling Dental offers very thorough and effective dental care. Always has my well being in mind and has great and caring dental Hygienist‘s. My wife and I are both very pleased with their great service.

  113. I have been coming to Gentling dental since I was 18. I have always had a good experience here. I have had several crowns and the color of the crowns match perfectly with my other teeth. They are all pleasant and friendly. I would recommend Gentling Dental for dental needs.

  114. I had a cleaning done by Lora and it was one of the best experiences of my life. My teeth feel and look cleaner than they have in years. I will definitely be going back to Gentling Dental, keep up the good work!

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