Dr. Phil Poynter was born and raised in Maryville. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Northwest Missouri State University in 1975. After attending UMKC School of Dentistry, he graduated in 1980 and established a dental practice in the same building where his father and two brothers practiced optometry.
Dr. Jeremy Poynter was born and raised in Maryville. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology from Northwest Missouri State University in 1996. After moving to Ft. Worth, TX he attended Brite Divinity School, TCU where he earned a Master of Divinity in 2000. Following graduation, he served as Director of Technology for Brite Divinity School for 10 years.
Returning home to Maryville in 2009, he earned a Master of Science in Biology while establishing Missouri residency and applying to UMKC School of Dentistry. He was awarded Student of the Year in 2014 by his class and graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry in May 2015.
Jeremy officially started offering high quality dental care to the Maryville area with his dad in June 2015, even though he had been assisting Phillip for the last several years with Gentle Dentals technological advances. Im looking forward to working with my dad for several years, Jeremy said.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 28 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestAlisha Campbell
2 years ago
We have always had excellent care from both Dr. Phil and Dr. Jeremy Poynter. Their staff is especially patient and gentle with our three and five year old boys. Our boys actually enjoy going to dentist!
James Pearce
2 years ago
Dr. Jeremy Poynter is not only a great dentist but a great person. He and his staff are super encouraging and compassionate. I had a tooth extracted today and under the circumstances, it was a FANTASTIC experience.
Melanie Welch
2 years ago
By far this is one of the best dental officesI've been to. Dr. Poynter knows what he's doing and ensures you feel nothing for extractions. I highly recommend going here!
Josh and April Money
2 years ago
Our kiddo has had some pretty traumatic dental history and has always hated going to the dentist, until we found Dr. Jeremy! He has been such a huge blessing to our family, especially our kids!
Carol Farrens
2 years ago
Staff and Dr Jeremy made tge decision for my crown very easy. Truly gentle dentistry.
Amie Boswell
2 years ago
My family absolutely loves Gentle Dental! They are great with my younger children, and are the nicest people! They go above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and my kids have even told me that they "want cavities" so they can go see Dr. Phil and Dr. Jeremy! We will never use another dentist as long as Gentle Dental is around! 100% recommend.
Judith Reynolds
2 years ago
First visit and my mother was extremely pleased with Dr.Poynter. He explained everything very well to myself and my mother. This place is a place I'd recommend to anyone who needs denture work as well as regular dental care - very happy !!!!!
Margot Murphy
2 years ago
I have been going to Dr Poynter for 25 years for a reason. The service is amazing. I highly recommend them.
Dawn Chaney
2 years ago
Absolutely love this place. I have had experiences with both Phil and Jeremy. Both are truly amazing. Great dentists and great people. 100% recommend them.
Hugo Montiel
2 years ago
The office is very cozy and relaxing, the dental assistant was very nice and Jeremy was also very nice and thorough. Not only was he nice, he also did great work. It was a great experience and the price was very fair!
Mike Hohensee
3 years ago
Great job and very friendly staff!
Maria
3 years ago
Dr. Jeremy is extremely thorough when providing information and explaining the best options for treatment. His friendly demeanor and calming approach has been so helpful for my children's appointments. The staff is incredibly friendly and professional. I would highly recommend Gentle Dental care.
Korrie Sowards
3 years ago
Very welcoming and friendly. Dr. Jeremy and Dr. Phil are always very nice and informative. They treat you like family and give you the best care! I have seen them many times come out and get on the floor and play with kids if they are upset or nervous. I've seen them tease the teenagers and answer all the parents questions. They provided excellent service up to date technology and have a great staff. You won't find better care. We love our dentist office. How many can say that? :)
Tye Parsons
3 years ago
My family has been patients at Gentle Dental for years and we've always had first rate service and care. But a dental emergency this weekend really showed what a caring and selfless business this is. On Friday - when the office is closed - my wife painfully lost a filling, just before a major production she was directing. After contacting Dr. (Jeremy) Poynter (who is out on medical leave), we discovered Dr. (Phil) Poynter was out of town for the day. During the show that night, my wife received a message, that Dr. Phil and his technician Sherry would meet her at the shop, AFTER the show at 9pm! They got her patched up and ready for a very busy weekend. You just don't see that kind of service - and kindness - like you used to. So, our hat is off to Dr. Phil and the entire Gentle Dental crew. If you are looking for a dentist (or a new dentist), you won't be disappointed!
Heather Emmons
4 years ago
What an amazing group of people! I've never had a better dental experience! And mine was a bit of an emergency. I was met by all smiles and people who genuinely cared! Dr. Phil was hands down the best Dentist I've ever experienced!
kristen b
4 years ago
I had such an amazing experience at Gentle Dental today. Currently 7 months pregnant and a was having serious nerve pain extending into my jaw. I got to see Phil the day I called asking for an appointment (yesterday), and after the assessment he elected to come in early the following morning to give me the root canal I needed. He was so caring throughout the process and clearly explained everything that was needed. I will absolutely be using Gentle Dental for all my future dental work.
Wes Rockwood
5 years ago
Jeremy takes the time to explain what is going on, he is a great dentist and a very transparent business owner.
Grant Kirk
5 years ago
Dr. Jeremy Poynter is not only a great dentist, he is also one of the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met. He goes above and beyond for his patients and always treats them as family.
Jackalyn Dawoudi
5 years ago
Amazing! Dr Jeremy and the staff have changed my perception of going to the dentist. Kind, super patient, and most importantly painless dental work!! Best dentist I've been to!
Honali guest
5 years ago
I have a horrible case of white coat syndrome in which I am terrified of medical professionals and still this dentist and his amazing staff took such good care of me I got tons of work done that would make anyone cringe yet with this dentist and his staff's help I made it through and am so happy now worth every penny. I know how scary it is to go to the dentist for anything but these guys are so amazing he even has some great comforting tricks that really work to put you at ease and get you through also hardly any pain at all and I had some serious stuff done lol anyways I highly recommend this office for any and all of your dental needs they are an incredible team that will guide you pleasantly through something that would otherwise be unbearably unpleasant. I feel a little pain but mostly I just feel grateful for them and all they did for me!!! Worth the stress and the money!!!! They will take care of you, you just have to get up the guts to get through the front door they'll get you through the rest!!!
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