Dentists in Indio, CA
81557 Dr. Carreon Blvd.
Suite D-3
Indio, CA 92201
- Monday:9:00-6:00
- Tuesday:9:00-6:00
- Wednesday:9:00-6:00
- Thursday:9:00-6:00
- Friday:9:00-6:00
- Saturday:8:00-3:00
- Sunday:Closed
Local Offers
New Patients
$50 Exam & X-Rays
Includes new patient exam and full mouth X-Ray
Terms & Conditions Apply
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 Indio Gentle Dental office is conveniently located on Dr. Carreon Boulevard, across the road from Sloan’s. We offer flexible office hours to fit your scheduling needs, including emergency visits.
We accept most types of dental insurance and can help arrange no-interest payment plans for procedures not covered by insurance. Our Dedicated Dental Plan offers reduced rates for uninsured patients, including low-cost preventative and diagnostic care.
Our friendly, caring dental professionals offer personalized dentistry to patients of all ages, including infants and children. In addition to family dentistry, we offer endodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery. Ask our specialists about cosmetics services to learn how we can help you improve the appearance of your smile.
We pride ourselves on offering compassionate, gentle dental services in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Our highly trained dental staff provide open communication with patients before, during, and after treatments so you can make informed decisions about your oral health.
Stop in to see us at our wheelchair-accessible office on Dr. Carreon 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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Contact Info
81557 Dr. Carreon Blvd.
Suite D-3
Indio, CA 92201
Meet Our Dentists in Indio
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
Dennis Pham
Dennis Pham D.D.S., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Pham says, “I want everyone to smile! I love my profession because it gives me the opportunity to interact with so many people on a daily basis. I feel fortunate to have a career that allows me to improve my patients’ health, well-being and self-esteem by giving them a beautiful smile.”
Dr. Pham encourages his patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and is attentive to each patient’s needs. After graduating from the University of Colorado at Boulder, Dr. Pham received his Dental Degree from the New York University College of Dentistry. He was awarded his Orthodontic Certificate from the Roseman University of Health Sciences. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the Association of American Orthodontists.
Dr. Pham says, “In my free time I enjoy tending to my saltwater aquarium and doing home improvement projects.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–University of Colorado at Boulder D.D.S.–New York University College of Dentistry Orthodontic Certificate–Roseman University of Health Sciences
AFFILIATIONS
Association of American Orthodontists
Haris Lakisic
Haris Lakisic DMD, Endodontics
About Me
Entering the field of dentistry was a natural choice for Dr. Lakisic: his father and brother were both dentists, and introduced him to this profession of helping others. He enjoys being able to help relieve people’s pain and discomfort, as well as improve better health and esthetics. Dr. Haris Lakisic grew up in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but became a refugee and escaped to Southern California at the age of 15 due to war in his homeland.
After finishing high school in Costa Mesa, Dr. Lakisic attended Pepperdine University for his Bachelor’s degree, then received a scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania for his D.M.D. degree.
During his four years of dental school, he was consistently ranked in the top 10 of his class. Dr. Lakisic’s hobbies include travel, fishing, and outdoor activities.
Education
B.S., Biology – Pepperdine University
D.M.D. – University of Pennsylvania
Affiliations
American Association of Endodontists
Kristina Pham
Kristina Pham D.D.S. General Dentist
About Me
Dr. Pham says, “I was first attracted to dentistry for having the potential to improve my patients smile and to remove them from discomfort. I want them to have a beautiful and confident smile! I have been serving my Coachella Valley patients for over a decade and treat each of them like family.” After graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Colorado at Denver, Dr. Pham received her Dental Degree from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry. She also speaks Japanese and Vietnamese.
Dr. Pham says, “I enjoy free time with my family and taking vacations with them.”
Education
B.S., Science–University of Colorado at Denver
D.D.S.–University of Colorado School of Dentistry
Oshin Safarian
Oshin Safarian D.M.D., M.A., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Safarian says, “I take pride in and enjoy all aspects of restorative and cosmetic dentistry, including working with children, seniors, and special needs patients.”
Dr. Safarian earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from UCLA, Master of Arts in Medical Sciences with Honors from Boston University and his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree with Honors from Western University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine. He also speaks Armenian. Dr. Safarian was raised in sunny Glendale, and now resides in the Coachella Valley with his wife. They enjoy theater, traveling, dining out, volunteering at animal rescues and spending free time with their puppies. Dr. Safarian is looking forward to serving all of his patients from every community of the Coachella Valley.
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–University of California Los Angeles
D.M.D.– Western University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine
M.A., Medical Sciences, Boston University
Yvetta Janku
Yvetta Janku D.D.S. General Dentistry
About Me
Dr. Janku 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. She feels Dentistry combines creative artistry with the fundamentals of science and sees every day is an exciting challenge.
Dr Janku is a graduate of the Charles University School of Medicine and Dentistry in Prague–one of Europe’s oldest and most celebrated universities. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, she’s an active member of the American Dental Association.
When away from the office, Dr. Janku enjoys travel and being in the outdoors–she is an enthusiastic skier and hiker.
Education
B.S.-Gymnazium Usti nad Labem, Prague, CZ
D.D.S.-Charles University School of Medicine and Dentistry, Prague, CZ
Affiliations
American Dental Association
National Dental Association
Insurance and Financing
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Assurant
- Cigna
- Delta Dental
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- MetLife
- Principal
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