Celebrating Teamwork with Gentle Dental’s Region 11

It is always nice to hear about stories from the field – stories about teamwork and great collaboration.

Here’s a story from Gentle Dental and Orthodontics Area Vice President Judy Dunbar:

“This is a photo of Region 11 at our December Office Manager meeting, prior to going to our Christmas Celebration at Pala Casino in Pala, CA. (near Temecula). We went there because they have “all you can eat lobster” each Tuesday. 

Oh my, you should have seen how much lobster all of us had! It was amazing food, lobster, shrimp, all kinds of seafood, chocolate fountains, banana splits, fresh crepes, lobster ravioli, shrimp cocktail, prime rib, steak. It was an amazing feast. I have never had so much lobster in my life! Dr. Sohrab told us about this place. We had a great time. We had a Secret Santa gift exchange, which was lots of fun.

 Region 11 Office Managers have worked so hard all year. They deserved this little Christmas get away and celebration. Region11 is  special team. We all work together helping each other. We are one Team reaching for a common goal.

I should have gotten a pix of all of the lobsters on everyone’s plates! LOL.”

Happy New Year! — Judy

About Careers With Gentle Dental & Orthodontics

As an industry leader, Gentle Dental provides a large network of resources, including an experienced practice management staff and outstanding benefits to help our employees grow in their careers. Our flourishing network means additional job opportunities in more locations. Gentle Dental and its supported affiliated dentists employ diverse populations which creates a culture of unique insights and talents. So whether you’re a dentist seeking to partner with us, a new grad willing to trade your optimistic energy for broad benefits and a “foot in the door”, or a dental assistant just finishing up school—Gentle Dental has the resources you need to achieve true personal and career success.

Gentle Dental at ADA 2013 – American Dental Association Annual Session

The American Dental Association (ADA) Annual Session was held from October 31 to November 3, 2013 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA.

The annual event brings together leaders in dental practice, research, academia and the dental industry to present hundreds of continuing education (CE) courses over four days.  Highlights of this year’s session included the kick off by ADA President Robert A. Faiella, keynote remarks by President Bill Clinton, and the ADA Foundation Give Kids A Smile Gala.  It was also revealed that beginning next year, the Annual Session will be known as ADA 2014 – America’s Dental Meeting. ADA 2014 will be held in San Antonio, Texas from October 9-14, 2014.

Photo shows (l-r) Cedric Tuck-Sherman, Amber Appleby, Ron Brush, Mary Gehr, and Lee Rouman at the ADA13 GentleDental Booth in New Orleans, LA.

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics had a booth at the exhibit floor, giving attendees a glimpse of career opportunities at its affiliated practices. Gentle Dental Orthodontics is experiencing tremendous growth and currently has over 400 affiliated dentists. Gentle Dental is the principal brand of InterDent, a service organization with over 150 affiliated dental offices serving over one million patients each year.  Gentle Dental provides high-quality comprehensive care including general dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, prosthodontic and oral surgery.

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics At #BeWellWa Family Health Fair

Our Gentle Dental and Orthodontics team from Washington participated in “Be Well Washington” over the weekend. Be Well Washington, a family health fair with free health screenings, was held at Century Link Field.

Here are a few photos from the event.

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics Tooth Fairy is all smiles with the Seattle SeaGals

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics Tooth Fairy with Seattle Seahawks mascot

Not even a snake could dampen our Tooth Fairy’s spirits. Be Well Washington!

October is National Orthodontic Health Month

Want straight teeth or a better bite? Time to seek out your orthodontist. October is National Orthodontic Health Month. The goal of orthodontic treatment is a good bite, which can enhance not only your dental health but your overall health too!

Schedule an orthodontic consult appointment at a Gentle Dental and Orthodontics office near you to see what orthodontic treatment is right for you.

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics in Moreno Valley, Calif. is all ready for Halloween!

And National Orthodontic Health Month!

GENTLE DENTAL SEEKS DENTISTS FROM THE U.S. and ABROAD to Practice in Oklahoma

Oklahoma is a state located in the Southern United States. It is the 20th largest state in the U.S. and is one of six states on the “Frontier Strip,” which refers to the six states forming a north-south line from North Dakota to Texas. In the American Old West, westward from this strip was known as the frontier of the United States in the late 1800s.

“From forests to sand dunes to rolling prairies to cypress swamps, Oklahoma has more diverse terrain per square mile than any other state. It also contains the headquarters of 39 Native American nations, the most drivable miles of Route 66 (with some of the best-preserved roadside attractions), world-class Western art museums and real-life cowboys and cowgirls, who you can watch in action at the Oklahoma City Stockyards’ twice-weekly auctions, ” according to the Discover America website.
Our Gentle Dental and Orthodontics offices in Oklahoma are looking for a few good dentists to practice in the wonderful state of Oklahoma.

Gentle Dental has excellent opportunities for both experienced dentists and recent graduates with general dentistry and specialty training for our dental offices in Oklahoma. To apply and find out more, visit gentledentalcareers.com

As an industry leader, Gentle Dental provides a large network of resources, including an experienced practice management staff, cutting edge technology, and outstanding benefits to help our affiliated dentists and employees grow in their careers.

• For U.S. based dentists willing to relocate to Oklahoma, we offer up to $15,000 sign on bonus.
• For Oklahoma based dentists who want to join our growing dental team, we offer up to $10,000 sign on bonus.
• For foreign dentists seeking to practice in the United States, we offer TN and H1B Visas to those willing to practice in our growing Oklahoma dental offices.
• Note: These positions are full-time dentist jobs.

Dentists who work with Gentle Dental have plenty of dental professionals supporting them to confer and collaborate with, as they continue to grow in their careers.

Gentle Dental has delivered high quality care with a personal touch for over 30 years. We have the resources you need to achieve true personal and career success.

We aim to provide our network of affiliated doctors and staff with a competitive benefits package, which include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan, CE credits, and career opportunities to advance with the company.

“I knew school dentistry, but not real world dentistry. Gentle Dental made it an easy transition and helped me focus solely on dentistry and I became a faster, more confident clinician.”

Dr. Chelsea Mortell

“When I began practicing dentistry I started out in a private practice as an Associate. From dealing with staff issues, to unpredictable patient flow, to making sure the money was collected, the business side of it was a distraction from focusing on myself and my skills. At Gentle Dental, all of that is taken care of for me, and I’m a better dentist because of it.”
Richard Zeller, D.D.S.

Gentle Dental at Riverside Mariachi Festival

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics offices in the Riverside area joined forces to participate in the recently concluded Riverside Mariachi Festival. It was a great opportunity to introduce Gentle Dental to residents in the surrounding areas and the community as a whole. Between the Tyler and Central offices, the team met many existing and potential patients. Gentle Dental team members Janet Bahena and Martha Quezada were on hand as well to promote Gentle Dental’s orthodontics services.

The Gentle Dental crew who attended the Mariachi Festival would also like to thank Viridiana Paniagua, Lucila Martinez, Elizabeth Morales who donned the Mighty Molar tooth costume with the help of her helper Evelyn. Dr. Bao Vinh from the Gentle Dental Central office also made an appearance to promote his office and spent most of his Saturday there to help the team.

Lucy Gonzalez Regional Supervisor added : “Carlos Espadas and I had a fabulous time there and can’t wait till we return next year.” The participating offices helped make the event a great success!

Spotlight on Gentle Dental Corona: Serving Those Who Serve

It is always rewarding to find out that your job is making a difference in someone’s life. In the dental industry, it may seem obvious – of course dental professionals make an impact in their patients’ lives! But there are stories that stand out, when people go above and beyond what is required  like this one shared by Sandy Vazquez, Call Center Manager.

According to Sandy: “On Friday evening, we received a call from a US Air Force Reserve First Sergeant located in Moreno Valley. The gentleman called our office asking for help – he needed to schedule 20 new patient appointments for Saturday at 1120a.m. This of course was the next day.

There was a sense of urgency in his tone. He said that without a dental exam this group of men and women would not be able to deploy. Initially the First Sergeant made it very clear they could not travel far. After speaking with him I told him we had full schedules but I would make arrangements to make it work. So I placed a couple of calls and Blanca (OM) from the Corona office was willing to see as many troops as they sent us. Once I had the okay, I called the First Sergeant back and began to coordinate.”

As a result, the Gental Dental office in Corona  saw 20 new patients, all of whom received x-rays, a comprehensive exam and a prophylaxis.

When Sandy called the first sergeant back,  he was very appreciative and pleased with Gentle Dental’s services. Sandy said: “Our office went above and beyond anyone’s expectations. The first sergeant briefly mentioned he had to contact another unit on base to get a bus and a certified driver to transport all the troops to our office. He also had an exam, although he was not due for a checkup but he wanted to experience first-hand what the troops were experiencing. If all went well he would make sure this office received recognition. The hot topic on base throughout the weekend was there is a dental office who supports the troops. Because they’re so appreciative of the hard work that took place over the weekend. The commander and First Sergeant will be stopping by the office when they have a moment and present the office staff with a plaque.”

Congratulations and thank you to Dr. Singh, Blanca (office manager), and the front and back office staff of Gentle Dental Corona. And thank you to Sandy for sharing this story of excellent patient-first customer service.

Oral Health America’s Fall for Smiles Campaign Focuses on Older Americans and Oral Health Care

According to Oral Health America, 10,000 adults reach retirement age in the United States daily, but only 2 % retain dental benefits. OHA released the results of a public opinion survey focused on the health of older adults – the emphasis of the 4^th Annual Fall for Smiles Campaign.

Read more about the survey here.

Oral Health America’s Fall for Smiles® campaign encourages all Americans to maintain good oral health by brushing and flossing, regular dental visits, eating a healthy diet, and avoiding tobacco.

                   

After CDA, Gentle Dental Will Be at ADA in New Orleans

Gentle Dental and Orthodontics was proud to be a part of CDA Presents, the annual dental conference, held in San Francisco on August 15-17, 2013. There were more than 15,000 people who attended the event that featured more than 100 lectures and workshops, and an exhibit hall spotlighting the latest dental products.

Check out tweets, pictures, videos and all social media activity at CDA Presents in San Francisco at the Social Hub site.

 

Photo shows from right to left: InterDent CEO John Steinbrun, Regional Manager Ginger Holguin, and Talent Acquisition Manager Amber Appleby.#cdaSF

The Gentle Dental and Orthodontics team is looking forward to the next dental conference – this time it’s the American Dental Association (ADA) Annual Session on October 31- November 3 in New Orleans!

 

Seeking Dental Office Managers for Oregon Gentle Dental Offices

“I accepted a job with Gentle Dental 10 years ago with no dental experience, expecting that I would only work with the company until I graduated from college. I am still here! What a great place to work! I have learned so many skills with the leadership I have received from my doctors and colleagues. Thank you GENTLE DENTAL!“– Kristine Kirkendoll, Office Manager

Thank YOU, Kristine for that awesome testimonial. If you are looking for career opportunities right now, you can apply for an office manager position like Kristine. Gentle Dental and Orthodontics is growing in Oregon and is looking to fill some Office Manager openings. Here are the details:

We are looking for Office Managers to lead our new dental offices as we grow and expand!

The hustle and bustle of our dental practices runs only as smoothly as our Office Managers. As the pilot of the team, and as an advocate for both patients and clinicians, they remain fundamental in the pursuit of providing exceptional patient care and employee satisfaction. Are you a talented problem-solver looking for a challenge? Gentle Dental provides the ideal venue for highly motivated, team focused leaders seeking to perfect their tactical, communication, and decision making talents. Apply today to kick start your career!

Duties & Responsibilities:
– Maintain an office environment that ensures optimal patient care and customer service.
– Oversee and supervise front and back office staff.
– Evaluate and review office production and procedures to develop new ways to improve efficiency with office operations, patient retention and profitability.
– Analyze and organize office operations and procedures, including but not limited to, bookkeeping, invoice processing, cash control, preparation of payrolls and other administrative duties.
– Develop and implement office budgets and manage procurement of general office supplies and equipment.
– Recruitment, retention and termination of staff, work with HR to assess, investigate and resolve employee issues.
– Process dental insurance claims, work with HMO and PPO dental plans, and present dental treatment plans to patients.
– Maintain advanced knowledge of software systems to compile, store and retrieve data for managerial reporting.
– Ensure compliance with all relevant state dental laws, ensure a safe work environment by complying with all local, state and federal health and safety regulations and laws, and ensure compliance with office and company policy and procedures.
– Perform other duties as assigned or necessary to support the office/company.

Qualifications:
– A minimum of 2-5 years dental office management experience or equivilent healthcare management experience
– Associate’s degree or equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school
– Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
– Computer literate a must (QSI experience is a plus).

We aim to provide our network of affiliated doctors and staff with a competitive benefits package, which include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan, paid vacation and holidays, CE credits, and career opportunities to advance with the company.

For more information, visit gentledentalcareers.com Please join our talent network to gain access to current job opportunities.