If you’re a parent considering braces for your child or teenager, you’ve probably heard mixed opinions — “It’s too early,” “It’s painful,” “They’ll hate it,” or “We should wait.” Let’s talk honestly and calmly about what braces for children and teens are really like today, and why the outcomes can be genuinely life‑changing. At Gentle […]

Invisalign and other clear aligners are often advertised as the easy, invisible way to straighten teeth. For the right patient, they can work very well. However, if you are a Kenyan patient considering Invisalign, it is important to understand the real-life challenges — not just the marketing. At Gentle Dental, we believe patients deserve honest […]

Many Kenyan patients come into the clinic asking the same question: “Should I do Invisalign or braces?” Clear aligners are heavily marketed as modern and discreet, while braces are often seen as old-fashioned. However, when we look at real-life results, daily lifestyles, and long-term success, braces often work better for most Kenyan patients. At Gentle […]

Dental amalgam, commonly known as silver fillings, has been used in dentistry for well over a century. It remains one of the most researched and well-understood dental materials in clinical use. At Gentle Dental, we believe patients benefit most from clear, factual information that supports calm and informed decision-making. What Is Amalgam? Dental amalgam is […]

We do a lot of wisdom tooth (third molar) surgery — and honestly, we enjoy it. Not because anyone loves surgery, but because we get to help people move from pain, anxiety, and confusion to relief, clarity, and fast healing. What Are Wisdom Teeth?Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars to develop, usually between […]

What are dental implants? Dental implants are a permanent solution for missing teeth. They consist of a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the tooth root, with a crown placed on top to look and function like a natural tooth. Are dental implants permanent? Dental implants are designed to be a long-term […]

If you’re missing a tooth — or several — I want you to know something important: you don’t have to live like this. Missing teeth affect far more than your appearance. They quietly change how you eat, how you speak, and how confident you feel around other people. At Gentle Dental, I’ve seen how dental […]

A bright smile does more than look good — it changes how you feel. Teeth whitening is one of the simplest, safest, and most effective cosmetic dental treatments available today, and the results can be genuinely confidence-boosting. At Gentle Dental, teeth whitening is one of our most requested treatments, because when it’s done professionally, the […]

When people say they want “whiter teeth,” they often don’t realize there are two very different ways to get there: whitening and masking. They may look similar at first glance, but biologically and aesthetically, they’re not the same at all. Teeth whitening works by lightening your natural tooth structure. Whitening agents penetrate the enamel and […]

At Gentle Dental, we understand that hearing you need a crown or a bridge can sound overwhelming. The good news? These are some of the most trusted, comfortable, and natural-looking treatments in dentistry today and when done well, they simply feel like your own teeth again. Our goal is always simple: to help you chew […]