Start for less than $199
*0% interest payment options
Free Whitening Kit
New and existing patients. Promo period : June 22 – July 3, 2026.
Braces from $99 Month
Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
$100 Off Non-Covered Services
New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance.
*A downpayment of up to $198 may be required on approved third party financing by Sunbit Now, LLC, NMLS ID 1760582. Subject to approval based on creditworthiness. 0-31.99% APR. Account openings and payment performance are reported to a major credit bureau. Loans are made by Transportation Alliance Bank Inc. dba TAB Bank, which determines qualifications for and terms of credit. Services provided by orthodontists. Diagnosis may result in treatment at an additional cost to the patient. Sunbit for Orthodontics financing is not available in Hawaii and Nevada. Offer code ZM9843.
Expires 6/30/26.



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Dr. Gail J. Downs is a dedicated general dentist committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. She provides a wide range of services including restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and endodontics, and is experienced in developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. Dr. Downs is passionate about educating patients on preventive care to support long-term oral health and overall well-being.
Dr. Downs earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry, following a Master of Science in Biomedical Science from Barry University and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). During her academic career, she was recognized as a Delta Dental Scholarship recipient. With a strong clinical foundation and a commitment to patient education, Dr. Downs strives to help patients achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles.
Dr. Kess says, “I love giving my patients great smiles! Nothing is more rewarding than taking a person who is embarrassed to smile and making it so they won’t stop smiling!” After graduating from The Ohio State University, Dr. Kess received his Dental Degree and his Orthodontics training from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontics. Dr. Kess says, “I am a second generation Orthodontist and I have been interested in being an Orthodontist my whole life!” Dr. Kess says, “I just moved to Arizona from Cleveland, Ohio, and I’m looking forward to not seeing snow anymore! I enjoy golf, jogging and spending time with my kids.”
B.S., Food Technology–The Ohio State University
M.A.., Education–The Ohio State University
D.D.S.–The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
M.S., Orthodontics–The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
Board Certified, American Association of Orthodontics
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Gentle Dental partners with Sunbit to provide patients with an accessible financing option for both routine and specialty dental care.
Patients can apply for Sunbit financing directly at participating Gentle Dental offices. If you have any questions about financing options for your dental services, contact us today!

This financing option features fair, transparent rates without late fees, origination fees, or penalties. Sunbit's approach is designed to reduce financial stress by giving patients flexibility in how and when they pay for dental services. Whether you need unexpected treatments or planned procedures, Sunbit can help make your dental care more affordable.
The CareCredit health, wellness, and personal care credit card gives you a convenient, flexible way to pay for care for the whole family.

Here's how CareCredit can benefit you and your family:
*Subject to credit approval. Minimum monthly payments required. Visit carecredit.com for details. CareCredit is a Synchrony solution. When you go to the CareCredit website you will be subject to the Synchrony privacy policy, which differs from Gentle Dental / InterDent Service Corp.’s privacy policy. You can learn more about the Synchrony privacy policy at carecredit.com.
†See Rates and Fees for details.
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Notice: InterDent provides non-clinical business support services to independently owned dental practices and their licensed health care professionals, each of which is solely responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and delivery of oral health care services to their patients. All clinical services are provided by licensed personnel employed by or otherwise contracted with independent professional practices, which are owned and operated by licensed dentists. InterDent does not own the dental practices, practice dentistry or employ or supervise licensed professionals to provide patient care. Services may vary across dental practices; patients should contact the dental offices directly for all questions concerning their dental treatment.