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*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.
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Perfectly placed at 10168 Indiana Avenue, Gentle Dental Riverside Tyler provides expert dental care from a knowledgeable team of compassionate dental professionals.
Our staff goes above and beyond with a patient-first approach to create a welcoming, stress-free setting. Our dental experts utilize modern techniques and technologies to offer various treatments and services, including preventive treatments, restorative procedures, implants, crowns and bridges, inlays and onlays, root canal therapy, oral surgery, and bone augmentation. We also offer gentle pediatric dentistry for babies, children, and teens and various cosmetic treatments, including veneers, orthodontics, and teeth whitening treatments.
We make it easier to prioritize your dental care with convenient scheduling options and flexible appointment availability. Because we know dental problems can sometimes happen without warning, our team also works hard to offer expert service at your convenience. If a painful dental issue develops outside business hours, we can provide expert emergency services so you can get timely relief without paying outrageous emergency room fees.
Because we understand affordability is a significant concern for our patients, our office accepts most major dental plans while offering a valuable price-reduction plan for patients without insurance coverage. If you or your child requires cosmetic treatments, orthodontics, or more extensive dental treatments, ask about our flexible financing options, which spread your costs into affordable monthly payments. We also offer a discount plan for patients without insurance. It’s all a part of our commitment to affordability, which allows virtually anyone to access expert dental care from our skilled team of friendly dental professionals.
Conveniently located on Indiana Avenue in the Tyler Village shopping center, just north of Tyler Street, Gentle Dental Riverside Tyler is proud to offer compassionate, knowledgeable dental care for patients of every age. Visit us for a cleaning, consultation, or expert dental treatment and enjoy gentle care from a friendly team of dental professionals who put patient well-being above everything else.
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Dr. Adriana Lopez is a California-licensed Doctor of Dental Surgery with more than 10 years of experience in dentistry, providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. She earned her dental degree from Universidad La Salle BajĂo through a rigorous double major program and has delivered treatment across multiple specialties, including endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. Her clinical experience includes root canal therapy and retreatments, scaling and root planing, crowns and bridges, dentures and implant-supported restorations, simple and surgical extractions, clear aligner therapy, and pediatric restorative care. She is also certified in nitrous oxide administration and prioritizes patient comfort through safe and effective sedation techniques.
Before becoming a DDS, Dr. Lopez worked as a Registered Dental Assistant, gaining valuable hands-on experience that shaped her collaborative, patient-centered approach. She is proficient in digital radiography systems such as Dexis and Schick, practice management platforms including Dentrix and Eaglesoft, and CBCT imaging and interpretation. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Lopez is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care while continuing to advance her clinical knowledge and skills. Outside of the office, she enjoys indoor cycling, reading, cooking, and traveling.
As a specialist in orthodontics, Dr. Adams takes great pride in his work. He is always in pursuit of perfection and never compromises the care of his patients. Each individual has different needs, and it is his goal as an orthodontist to provide tailor-made care to each person. He loves creating beautiful smiles!
After graduating from Brigham Young University, Dr. Adams completed his Dental Degree at the Nova Southeastern University College Of Dental Medicine and his MS in Orthodontics from the Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education.
He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and is always continuing his education, taking many hours in dental and orthodontic courses to stay knowledgeable of current trends and developments to provide the best treatment for his patients. Dr. Adams is married and has four children. He enjoys Pickle Ball, water sports and beach activities.
B.S., Microbiology–Brigham Young University
D.M.D.–Nova Southeastern University College Of Dental Medicine
M.S.–Orthodontics–Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education
American Association of Orthodontists
B.S., Biology–University of California, Irvine
D.D.S.–New York University College of Dentistry
M.S., Orthodontics–University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
American Association of Orthodontists
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.
B.A.-Fairleigh Dickinson University
D.M.D.-University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Dr. Kim was first drawn to dentistry for its rare combination of science and hands-on work. As an Oral Surgeon, he appreciates his role in providing pain relief to his patients through surgical procedures. He applies a caring, detail-oriented approach to each patient’s case, taking time to solve their dental issues effectively. After graduating from the University of California-Irvine, Dr. Kim received his D.D.S. from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
He continued his studies receiving his M.D. and Oral Maxillofacial Surgery certificate from the University of California-Los Angeles. Dr. Kim is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society. And he speaks Korean, also. Outside of the office, Dr. Kim enjoys travel, camping hiking and biking.
B.S.–UC-Irvine D.D.S.–University of Michigan
M.D., Oral Maxillofacial Surgery certificate–UCLA
American Dental Association California Dental Association Orange County Dental Society
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.
D.D.S.–The University of Otago-New Zealand
Endodontic certificate–USC School of Dentistry
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
American Association of Endodontics
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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.

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Gentle Dental aims to best serve the dental needs of our patients, however not all locations offer all services. Please contact us for more details.
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.