Gentle Dental of NJ
Dental Clinics • Newark, NJ • 1 location at 290 Ferry Street, Newark locations
About
Gentle Dental of NJ is a multi-specialty family dentist in Newark's Ironbound neighborhood offering general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, and periodontics under one roof. Located at 290 Ferry Street, the practice provides same-day emergency care, extended hours including Saturday appointments, and accepts most major insurance plans plus CareCredit. The multilingual staff speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Clinic Type
Dental Clinics
Address
290 Ferry Street, Suite B2, Newark, NJ 07105
Phone
+1 973-817-8888
contact@getsmile.net
Opening Hours
Mon to Fri 9 AM to 8 PM; Saturday 9 AM to 3 PM; Sunday closed
Website
Emergency Care
Phone line connects to an on-call dentist outside regular hours
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
In-house Gentle Dental Plan available with discounted services; front desk assists with benefits; CareCredit accepted.
CareCredit, Most major plans, Insurance verification and claim filing by clinic, Major credit cards, In-house Gentle Dental Plan
Languages Spoken
Current Offers
New patient special
FAQs
Do you accept insurance?
Most major plans plus CareCredit; we verify coverage and file claims on your behalf.
What insurance plans do you accept, and do you offer payment plans?
We accept most major dental insurance plans. Our front desk helps maximize benefits. For those without insurance, we offer flexible payment options and an in-house Gentle Dental Plan with discounted services for an affordable annual fee. Major credit cards are accepted, and payment plans can be arranged for extensive treatments.
Do you offer appointments on weekends or evenings?
Yes. We have extended hours on select weekdays (open as late as 8:00 PM) and are open Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We strive to accommodate your schedule; for emergencies outside regular hours, our phone line connects you to a dentist on call.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Gentle Dental of NJ: 4.3 - 4.6/5 stars (76-138 reviews)
- Ironbound Dental Center: Generally positive feedback reported (~98 reviews)
Patients praise
- Friendly and professional staff
- Gentle and painless procedures
- Thorough explanations of treatments
- Clean and organized office environment
- Effective emergency care
"I have asthma and have experienced panic attacks in the past, and this practice has completely transformed my dental experience. I feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for every visit."
— Ironbound Dental Center Patient Review"Whenever I used this dental office I left satisfied with the services provided... The only thing that displeased me is the price charged for the service; very expensive."
— Gentle Dental of NJ Patient ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- A New Smile for Newark: How One Dentist Is Changing Patient Care on Lower Broadway — Nov 22, 2025
- mpassionate Pediatric Dentist in Newark for Health Coy Kids — Sep 25, 2025
- Newark Dentist Revamps 81 Broadway Office To Deliver Trusted Oral Care - PANDA ORAL — Nov 24, 2025
- Dentists On Wheels: New Mobile Clinic Hits The Streets In Newark | Newark, NJ Patch — Jul 18, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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