Dentists in Bakersfield, CA - Panama
3150 Panama Lane
Suite I
Bakersfield, CA 93313
- Monday:10:00-7:00
- Tuesday:8:00-5:00
- Wednesday:8:00-5:00
- Thursday:8:00-5:00
- Friday:8:00-5:00
- 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
Located at 3150 Panama Lane Suite, Gentle Dental Panama is proud to serve patients in and around Bakersfield, CA, including Venola, Wible Orchard, and Gosford. At Gentle Dental Panama, we provide calm and compassionate care for patients of all ages, including infants and children.
Our skilled dental professionals value open communication with patients and will help you decide which treatment is best for you. We think of our patients as family, so you’ll be treated gently and with the respect and consideration you deserve. Our entire staff of dentists, dental surgeons, and hygienists is highly experienced in general dentistry for all ages, including root canals, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, and emergency dental procedures.
We also specialize in orthodontics and offer many options for braces. Beyond biannual cleanings, checkups, and routine dentistry, we will also inform you about the best oral hygiene practices so you can maintain healthy teeth and gums between visits.
To make it easier to plan your dental appointments, we offer late evening hours on Mondays and Tuesdays. We also accept nearly all major dental insurance plans and offer payment options for those without coverage, including payment plans, free and discounted consultations, and a Dedicated Dental Plan that reduces the cost of most procedures by 20 percent or more.
Our office is conveniently located in Panama Wible Center at the northeast corner of Wible Road and Panama Lane, just north of Howard’s Mini Market. We are near to Molly J’s and next to WYS Accounting. We offer wheelchair access within our facility and in our parking lot, and we have Spanish speaking staff in house for those who require translation.
Give us a call today to schedule your appointment or consultation. Our friendly front-of-house staff will make sure your every need is met.
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3150 Panama Lane
Suite I
Bakersfield, CA 93313
Meet Our Dentists in Bakersfield
Ali Pootrakul
Education
B.S., Applied Math–St John’s University
D.D.S.–SUNY Buffalo School of Dentistry
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training–Westchester Medical Center
Affiliations
American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
David Liu
David Liu D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Liu says, “ I find dentistry rewarding because it gives me the opportunity to build relationships with patients and bring back their smile and confidence.”
“As a kid, I had a lot of cavities and one time I chipped my two front teeth when I fell on my face by the playground. The intense pain not only prevented me from eating and drinking my favorite foods, but also made me hide my smile from friends at school. Thankfully, my parents were dentists, and they relieved my pain and restored my smile.“
“That experience inspired me to become someone who could have that same impact on others’ lives. As I grew up, I discovered my growing passion for dentistry and decided to follow my parents’ footsteps. Dentistry is a unique discipline that combines the principles of medicine, science, engineering, and art. It is both a challenging and fun profession because it requires one to have well-rounded knowledge and synthesize ideas from diverse fields to formulate a comprehensive treatment plan and skillfully execute it.”
After graduating from UCLA, Dr. Liu received his Dental Degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. He also speaks Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.
Away from the office, Dr. Liu relaxes by playing the piano, hiking and travel.
EDUCATION
B.S., Biochemistry–University of California, Los Angeles
D.D.S.–University of California, Los Angeles Dental School
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Deborah Loh
Deborah Loh D.D.S., M.S., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Loh says, “I look forward to developing a lasting, positive relationship as your orthodontist. I care about my patients well-being and strive to ensure that their experience is pleasant. Based on your concerns, I will develop individualized treatment plans specific to you or your childs needs.”
After graduating from the University of Southern California, Dr. Loh received her Dental Degree from the USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. To keep up with evolving technology, she’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. Dr. Loh is a fan of the USC Trojans, the Lakers, and the Dodgers.
Dr. Loh enjoys spending her free time with family and friends, staying active, discovering new restaurants (recommendations are always welcome!), and traveling. She is actively involved with Give Kids A Smile, Dental Humanitarian Outreach Program in Kenya, mobile dental clinics and week-long dental service trips to Guatemala and El Salvador.
EDUCATION
B.S., Music–University of Southern California
D.D.S.–USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
M.S., Orthodontics–Roseman University of Health Sciences
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Eileen Zierhut
Eileen Zierhut D.D.S., M.S.D., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Zierhut says, “I provide quality state of the art orthodontic care in a warm and comfortable environment and using only the most modern treatment methods. I offer compassionate care and go that extra step in making sure that every aspect of your experience is the best it can be. Each and every patient is very important to me throughout the entire process of orthodontic care.”
She received her bachelor’s and dental degrees from UCLA and her master’s degree from the University of Washington in Seattle. Dr. Zierhut has taught at the UCLA School of Dentistry in both the Fixed Prosthodontics Department as well as the Orthodontics Department.
Dr. Zierhut has practiced orthodontics for the last 20 years and is a member of the principal local, state and national dental and orthodontic societies.
EDUCATION
B.S., Physiological Psychology–UCLA
D.D.S.–UCLA School of Dentistry
M.S.D.–University of Washington
AFFILIATIONS
American Associations of Orthodontics
American Board of Othodontics
California Association of Orthodontists
Francis Delos Reyes
Francis Delos Reyes D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Reyes says, “I am passionate about dentistry and always give my best when treating each patient. I enjoy being able to improve my patients’ smile, oral health, and ultimately, their well-being.” “Every patient presents a unique opportunity for me to use my knowledge and skill to personally improve their oral health and confidence. Dentistry is a unique mix of science, art, and a strong desire to educate and alleviate those in need. The fact that each patient is different motivates me to provide the best possible treatment I can in every circumstance.”
After graduating from San Jose State University, Dr. Reyes received his Dental Degree from the Los Angeles University School of Dentistry. He achieved clinical honors in endodontics, periodontics, and preventive dentistry. He’s a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. He also speaks Tagalog. Dr. Reyes says, “Away from the office I enjoy basketball and cycling. As an an avid musician, dentistry first became appealing to me because of its hands-on nature.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–San Jose State University
D.D.S.–UCLA School of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Mojgan Ghiai
Mojgan Ghiai D.D.S. Endodontist
About Me
Dr. Ghiai enjoys making a difference in peoples lives, whether it is easing a patients anxiety, taking them out of pain or improving their smile. Her goal is to provide a caring, comfortable and superior dental treatment so that each visit is an outstanding dental experience.
Dr. Ghiai loves her profession because it gives her the opportunity to interact with so many people on a daily basis. She feels fortunate to have a career that allows her to improve her patients’ health, confidence and self-esteem. After graduating from California State University at Northridge with a degree in Molecular & Cellular Biology, Dr. Ghiai received her Dental Degree from the UCLA Dental School.
She was awarded her Endodontics Certificate from USC Dental School. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, she’s a member of the American Dental Association. She also speaks Farsi.
Away from the office, Dr. Ghiai likes knitting and reading for relaxation. She also likes ice skating and loves to travel.
Education
B.S., Molecular & Cellular Biology–California State University at Northridge
D.D.S.–UCLA Dental School
Endodontics Certificate–USC Dental School
Affiliations
American Dental Association
Saied Samuel Ahdout
Friendly Dr. Ahdout is a dentist on a mission. Because of the effect dentistry has on peoples overall health, Dr. Ahdout feels his greatest task as a Periodontist is to help restore teeth to optimal health and thereby promote a pain-free and infection-free life. It’s an added satisfaction for him to witness the improvement of his patients’ self-esteem as their course of treatment progresses and their smiles and well-being improves.
After graduating from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Dr. Ahdout received his Dental Degree from the famous University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He has more than two decades of clinical experience and keeps abreast of cutting edge technology. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. He speaks Persian also! In his free time, Dr. Ahdout relaxes by enjoying the cinema and sports.
Education
B.A.-Fairleigh Dickinson University
D.M.D.-University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Affiliations
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
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- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- MetLife
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