Dentists in Tucson, AZ - Broadway
5311 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85711
- Monday:8:00-5:00
- Tuesday:8:00-6:00
- Wednesday:8:00-5:00
- Thursday:8:00-5:00
- Friday:8:00-4:00
- Saturday:Closed
- Sunday:Closed
Local Offers
New Patients
$50 Exam & X-Rays
Includes new patient exam and full mouth X-Ray
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New Patients
$100 Off Non-Covered Services
New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance.
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Ortho Special
Braces from $99 Month
Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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About This Location
The Broadway Gentle Dental is conveniently located on E. Broadway Boulevard at the intersection with N. Beverly Avenue, close to the Pei Wei Asian Kitchen Restaurant. We offer same-day treatment to accommodate your busy schedule, with oral surgery and hygienist appointments available on Saturdays.
We accept most dental insurance plans, and our friendly staff will help you choose a payment plan for procedures not covered by insurance. For uninsured patients, we offer the Gentle Dental Smile Plan, which provides reduced fees for almost all dental procedures.
Our compassionate, gentle staff provide family dentistry and specialized care to patients of all ages, including infants and children. Our orthodontic team provides both traditional and Invisalign orthodontics, while our cosmetic dentistry services help people improve the appearance of their smiles. Our mission is to build lifelong relationships with our patients, so we will always treat you with kindness and respect. Our experienced dental staff value open communication with patients and will help you choose the best treatment to achieve your oral health goals, whether you need dental implants, root canals, periodontic services, or emergency treatment.
Stop in to see us at our handicapped-accessible office on E. Broadway Boulevard. To set up an appointment or for further assistance, please call us. One of our friendly staff members will be happy to speak with you.
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5311 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85711
Meet Our Dentists in Tucson
James Osmun
Khristi Poidmore
Khristi Poidmore D.D.S. Periodontist
Dr. Poidmore says, “One of the greatest services that I can provide for patients is helping them improve and maintain their oral health. My goal is to provide each patient with the highest quality comprehensive periodontal care. The goal of achieving and maintaining oral health is very important so the patient can function, be comfortable, and be esthetically happy with their teeth for the rest of their life.”
After earning her degree in Biology from the University of San Diego, Dr. Poidmore wa s awareded her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Creighton University School of Dentistry. She received her Certificate of Periodontology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
She is a member of many organizations including the American Board of Periodontology, the American Association of Periodontists, the Arizona Association of Periodontists, the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association and the Southern Arizona Dental Society.
When Dr. Poidmore spends time away from the office, she enjoys reading, running, golfing, playing tennis and spending time with her husband and two beautiful children.
Education
B.S.,Biology–University of San Diego
D.D.S.–Creighton University School of Dentistry
Certificate of Periodontology–University of Nebraska Medical Center
Affiliations
Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology
American Association of Periodontists
Arizona Association of Periodontists
Academy of Osseointegration
American Dental Association
Arizona Dental Association
Southern Arizona Dental Society
Mark Slivka
Mark Slivka D.D.S. Orthodontist
Dr. Slivka says, “I enjoy creating a fun, friendly, and family atmosphere while providing the state-of-the-art in orthodontic therapy and dentofacial orthopedics. It’s the art of creating beautiful smiles and building lifelong relationships.”
After graduating from Ohio State University, Dr. Slivka received his Dental Degree from the College of Dentistry at Ohio State University. He received his Orthodontics Certificate from the New York University College of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Dentists and the American Board of Orthodontics.
Dr. Slivka says, “In my free time I enjoy reading, writing, sculpture, surfing, and other outdoor adventures like white water rafting.”
Education
B.S., Human Nutrition–The Ohio State University
D.D.S.–College of Dentistry, The Ohio State University
Orthodontics Certificate–New York University College of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Dental Association
American Association of Orthodontists
Pacific Coast Society of Dentists
American Board of Orthodontics
Mehran Malakpour
Mehran Malakpour D.D.S., M.S., Endodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Malakpour’s experience and commitment to providing the highest standard of care for his patients. He pursues this commitment by exceeding the continuing education requirements for his profession. After graduating from Arizona State University, Dr. Malakpour received his Dental Degree and his Endodontics training from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry.
To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontics. Dr. Malakpour and his wife Kiana have a Pomeranian puppy named Snowy. He is both devoted to his family and his practice. Continuing with his childhood interest in tennis, he has an active participation in local tennis clubs.
EDUCATION
B.S.–Arizona State University
D.D.S.–West Virginia University School of Dentistry
M.S., Endodontics–West Virginia University School of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
American Association of Endodontics
Robert Yong
Robert Yong D.D.S., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
ABOUT ME
Dr. Yong says, “The best part of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is the ability to change people’s lives. From restoring smiles with dental implants to saving faces through reconstruction it’s a very rewarding profession.”
As a highly trained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Yong specializes in Trauma, Orthognathic Surgery, Pathology, Bone Grafting, Dentoalveolar Surgery, Dental Implants, and Outpatient Anesthesia. Dr. Yong is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Yong completed a General Practice Residency at the Nassau University Medical Center.
After finishing his postgraduate dental training he went on to complete his Oral Surgery training in with the University of California San Francisco, Community Health Centers in Fresno, CA. In an effort to keep up with technology and great advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Yong regularly attends numerous training and educational seminars.
He is also an active member of several organizations including the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Arizona Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
EDUCATION
D.D.S.–State University of New York at Buffalo School Of Dental Medicine
General Practice Residency–Nassau University
Medical Center Oral Surgery training–University of California San Francisco
AFFILIATIONS
Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
American Dental Association
Arizona Dental Association
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Arizona Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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- Anthem Blue Cross
- Assurant
- Cigna
- Delta Dental
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- MetLife
- Principal
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