Trusted Tampa Dentist Since 1991

Healthy Smiles
For Healthier Lives

Experience exceptional dental care where your comfort comes first. Comprehensive, gentle, and affordable dentistry for the whole family.

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30+ Years of Experience

5,000+ Happy Patients

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20+ Dental Services

Meet Our Team

Our compassionate team provides high-quality, personalized care beginning with your first appointment.

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Why Patients Love Us

Be inspired by our patient’s stories about their experience from diagnosis to treatment.

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Easy Scheduling

Flexible appointment times with easy online booking and same-day emergency care availability.

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Your Comfort is Our Priority

Anxiety-Free Dental Care

We go the extra mile so every visit feels calm, safe, and completely stress-free

Free Nitrous Oxide

Complimentary laughing gas to help anxious patients relax completely during treatment

Gentle Approach

No-rush appointments designed around your pace, comfort level, and preferences

Comfort Menu

Blankets, headphones, neck pillows & more — personalized comfort, just ask

Safe & Sterile

Hospital-grade sterilization and advanced technology for total peace of mind

Trusted Since 1991

Over 30 years of compassionate, gentle care for Tampa families

Welcome to Gentle Dentistry

General, Cosmetic & Restorative Dental Solutions

Dr. Loc Tong and his dedicated team believe in providing the best possible care to patients in and around their community. Our mission is to offer patients the finest cosmetic and restorative dental care solutions alongside unsurpassed customer service. As a team of expert and enthusiastic professionals, we continually challenge ourselves to be leaders in our field. Our team is dedicated to giving patients something to smile about! Above all else, we want our patients to know how much we care and listen to their needs and desires to make the most educated recommendations.

What services are offered at Gentle Dentistry of Tampa, Florida?

Our dental team is pleased to ensure patients have access to a wide range of general, cosmetic, and restorative dental solutions for their smiles. Below are just a few of the services that we provide in our practice with our skilled dental team:

Cosmetic dentistry – Patients seeking aesthetic solutions are excited to learn about the treatments we provide to enhance the smile. Treatment includes dental bonding, professional teeth bleaching, porcelain veneers, facial rejuvenation, and SureSmile orthodontics.
Restorative dentistry – Patients with an imperfect smile or unexpected dental damage will need to speak to our dental team about our restorative dental solutions. These may include dentures, dental implants, porcelain crowns, fillings, and even full mouth reconstruction.
Preventative dentistry – at the forefront of good oral health is preventative care, where patients take a proactive approach to keeping the smile healthy. Preventative solutions include oral hygiene education, cleanings and examinations, and oral cancer screenings.

Discuss your needs with our team at Gentle Dentistry.

Tampa, Florida, residents seeking a dental practice that meets and exceeds their oral healthcare needs are welcome to book a consultation with Dr. Loc Tong. Our professionals are here to listen to your dental needs and provide solutions that ensure the best possible results. We are conveniently located at 3500 East Fletcher Avenue, Suite #221, and accept new patients and families in the community. Call us at (813) 734-7102 for an appointment.

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Whole-Health Dental Care

Dr. Loc Tong

When you visit Gentle Dentistry in Tampa, Florida, you can expect an experience that is more than simply filling your teeth and cavities. Dr. Loc Tong understands that oral health is the gateway to overall health and well-being. While a healthy and beautiful smile will give you a sense of pride and self-confidence, we also consider the link between your dental and whole-body health. We accomplish this via the wide-ranging and comprehensive services we provide to patients. From restorative and preventative dental treatments to cosmetic and facial aesthetic treatments, we strive to be the one-stop shop you can depend on for all your dental needs.

Dr. Tong believes in constantly challenging themselves and continuing their education, so they are able to offer patients the finest dental care solutions utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and treatments. Dr. Tong believes in a team approach to dental care, working together to ensure that each patient receives the quality care they deserve. They believe that a top priority should be the patient’s comfort, so they work together to ensure that each patient they see is comfortable, relaxed, and supported while in their care. All concerns presented by their patients are attentively listened to so they can better address dental and overall wellness issues. We want to be your teammate on this journey to dental wellness! Consultations are typically completed with both doctors present to provide truly personalized care.

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All-On-X full arch dental implants — replace an entire arch of teeth in one procedure

Missing Most or All of Your Teeth?

All-On-X & Full Arch Implants give you a complete, permanent smile in as few as one day. No more loose dentures — just a natural-looking, fixed set of teeth anchored directly to your jaw.

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Close-up of a smile with a missing tooth — dental implants, bridges and dentures can help

Missing Teeth?

Dental implants, bridges, dentures & All-on-X to restore your full smile.

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Custom cosmetic porcelain crowns crafted to match your natural teeth

Want a Natural-Looking Crown?

Our cosmetic porcelain crowns are custom-crafted to perfectly match your natural teeth in shape, shade & function.

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Custom 3D printed nightguards to protect teeth from grinding and clenching

Grinding or Clenching Teeth?

Our precision 3D printed nightguards protect your teeth, relieve jaw pain & prevent damage from bruxism.

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Relaxed patient receiving free nitrous oxide for anxiety-free dental care

Nervous About Your Visit?

We offer free nitrous oxide so you can relax completely. Anxiety-free dentistry is our promise to every patient.

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Crooked and crowded teeth before SureSmile clear aligner treatment

Crooked or Crowded Teeth?

SureSmile clear aligners straighten your smile discreetly — no metal braces.

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Stained and yellow teeth that can be treated with professional whitening or veneers

Stained or Yellow Teeth?

Professional teeth whitening & porcelain veneers for a brilliant, white smile.

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Chipped and broken front tooth that can be repaired with bonding or a crown

Chipped or Broken Tooth?

Dental bonding, crowns & veneers to repair damage and protect your tooth.

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Visible cavity and tooth decay requiring a filling or dental crown

Cavity or Tooth Decay?

Tooth-colored fillings & crowns to restore your tooth and stop decay.

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Woman holding her jaw in pain from a toothache needing emergency dental care

Toothache or Dental Emergency?

Same-day emergency care for severe pain, infections & dental injuries.

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Inflamed and bleeding gums that may need deep cleaning or gum therapy

Bleeding or Sore Gums?

Deep cleanings, gum therapy & preventive care to protect your oral health.

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Woman wincing from tooth sensitivity while eating cold food

Sensitive Teeth?

Identify the cause & get relief with targeted treatments and protective care.

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Woman examining facial lines and wrinkles that can be treated with Botox

Facial Lines & Wrinkles?

Botox & facial aesthetics to refresh your look — right here at the dentist.

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Cosmetic Dentistry

Redefine Your Smile

With Cosmetic Dentistry

Everyone wants a healthy smile with teeth free from decay and gum disease. But everyone also wants to have a beautiful smile that gives you confidence every day.