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Dentists in Riverside, CA - Central Ave
3630 Central Avenue
Suite 6
Riverside, CA 92506
- Monday:9:00-5:00
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:10:00-6:00
- Thursday:9:00-5:00
- Friday:Closed
- Saturday:8:00-12:00
- Sunday:Closed
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Why Patients Choose Our Riverside, CA (Central) Office
Gentle Dental Riverside Central is conveniently located across from the Riverside Plaza on Central Avenue, near University of Redlands Riverside Campus.
Our convenient scheduling options and flexible appointment availability make it easier to prioritize your dental care. We accept most insurance plans. For those without dental insurance we offer a Gentle Dental Smile Plan that provides low cost preventive and diagnostic care and discounts of 20% or more on all dental treatment. We also have payment plans available as needed.
Our friendly team of dental professionals is eager to put a smile on your face by providing sincere and compassionate care. We offer gentle, personalized family dentistry for patients of all ages. Our skilled team of dentists can help you with all types of general dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants and veneers, oral surgery, periodontics and endodontics, and much more.
And we now proudly offer Invisalign. We pride ourselves on building relationships for life with our patients by providing a great patient experience, open communication, service excellence for all your dental needs, and education to help maintain good oral health and overall well-being. We promise to make you feel valued, respected and as important as family. That’s the Gentle Dental Way.
Stop in and see us on Central Avenue. We offer convenient, handicap-accessible parking. 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
3630 Central Avenue
Suite 6
Riverside, CA 92506
Meet Our Dentists in Riverside
David Saed
David Saed D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Saed says, “I love to see patients reactions to seeing their transformations and also to be able to help relieve any discomfort or pain a patient is having. I always strive to make any appointment as comfortable as possible. I want the patient to always leave the office pleased and satisfied with their care.”
“Being a dentist allows me to completely change peoples’ lives within a relatively short period of time. Being able to see the transformations in not only the appearance of a patient but also the demeanor of a patient once their smile is transformed could not be more rewarding.”
After graduating from the University of California at Riverside, Dr. Saed received his Dental Degree from the University of California School of Dentistry. He’s a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. Dr. Saed says, “In my free time I love to exercise and work in my garden.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–University of California, Riverside
D.D.S.–University of Southern California School of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Payal Patel
Payal Patel D.D.S., Orthodontist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Patel says, “Patient care is my number one priority. I want patients to feel comfortable to ask questions and be involved in their treatment so we can achieve the best results possible. I love transforming smiles and helping patients gain the confidence to succeed in their own goals.”
For Dr. Patel the best part of her profession is getting to know diverse individuals and seeing the evolution and growth of patients through their orthodontic treatment. After graduating from the University of Southern California, Dr. Patel received her Dental Degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. She completed her Orthodontic Certificate from the Roseman University of Health Sciences. She’s a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association and the Orange County Dental Association.
Dr. Patel says, “Away from the office I enjoy dancing, trying new food, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends.”
EDUCATION
B.S., Biological Sciences–University of Southern California
D.D.S.–University of Southern California School of Dentistry
Orthodontic Certificate–Roseman University of Health Sciences
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontics
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Orange County 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
Anju Shah
Dr. Shah is dedicated and passionate about her work as an Endodontist. She thrives to provide the best care for all her patients. She is proud of her work, knowing that it provides healthy, functional smiles for her patients, and its satisfying for her to witness the improvement of her patients’ self-esteem as their courses of treatment progress. She received her D.D.S. from the The University of Otago School of Dentistry in New Zealand. She continued her studies receiving her Endodontic certificate from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry.
Dr. Shah is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the American Association of Endodontics. She speaks Hindi, also. Outside of the office, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with her family.
Education
D.D.S.–The University of Otago-New Zealand
Endodontic certificate–USC School of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
American Association of Endodontics
What Our Patients Are Saying
Insurance and Financing
- Sun Life
- Cigna
- Delta Dental
- Humana
- MetLife
- Principal
- Medi-Cal
- United Healthcare
- Anthem Blue Cross
- United Concordia Dental
- G.E.H.A.
- Ameritas
- Liberty Dental Plan
- Guardian
- Aetna
No insurance or need help with services not covered by your plan? Ask about the Gentle Dental Smile Plan for uninsured patients or our flexible financing options.
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.
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