Roderick Place was named COO of InterDent in 2017 and assumed Co-Leadership as Chief Executive Officer in 2018. Mr. Place has extensive experience transforming private equity backed healthcare companies through his strategic leadership, focus on operational excellence, clinical leadership collaboration, and structuring of field operations and corporate support teams. Mr. Place is also accomplished in leading boards and executive teams through expansive growth in mergers & acquisitions, DeNovo, due diligence and market consolidation. Before joining InterDent, Mr. Place served in executive level operations roles with Western Dental, MedQuest Associates and Alliance Healthcare. Mr. Place is also the Managing Director and Co-Founder of MedSummit Solutions, LLC. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from Grand Valley State University.
Matthew Wickesberg joined InterDent as EVP/CFO in 2016 and assumed Co-Leadership as Executive Vice Chairman two years later. In 2019, he was further elevated to Co-Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Wickesberg is an experienced board member, executive officer, and lender with a deep background in multi-site hospitality and healthcare industries. He is also experienced working with lending institutions and private equity firms through structuring capital, due diligence, mergers & acquisitions, and uncovering portfolio synergies. Prior to joining InterDent, Mr. Wickesberg served in various senior finance roles with HOA Restaurant Group, ZTejas, Inc., and GE Capital. Mr. Wickesberg received his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Oklahoma State University and his MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management.
Dr. Heather Hawkins has committed her career to patient care while understanding current healthcare trends and value-based comprehensive care. Dr. Hawkins has an expansive clinical, academic and operational background, including leading medical-dental integration as well as quality and risk management for multi-site healthcare organizations. After 12 years of practicing general dentistry, she expanded her skills with several key roles in academia. In 2012 she joined the team at Adventist Health in Northern California, a multi-site health care organization with over 5,000 medical and dental staff physicians, as the Director of Quality. In her leadership role there, Dr. Hawkins led expansion and integration across the health system with medical and dental clinic management and an emphasis on comprehensive care models addressing patient risk factors, active disease and preventative measures. Dr. Hawkins earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from Nova Southeastern University in Florida and her Advanced Education in General Dentistry Certification from Virginia Commonwealth University.
Dr. Manu Chaudhry has dedicated his career in the pursuit of dental health care, improving clinical quality and access to care, and transforming delivery of care to improve overall health outcomes. He is a dynamic and mission-driven leader with extensive leadership experience over multi-region dental practices, and has also founded multiple collaborative organizations that reduce oral and overall health disparities. Dr. Chaudhry is a board member of Healthier Kids Foundation and holds a Masters of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of California, San Diego and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of the Pacific.
Sandra Lau is a seasoned legal adviser with over fourteen years experience acting as General Counsel of multiple dental healthcare corporations. Ms. Laus responsibilities include advising executive management, supporting strategic growth initiatives, overseeing all aspects of the corporate legal function including HIPAA, state and federal regulatory compliance, corporate transactions and governance, mergers and acquisitions, and risk and litigation management. Before Joining InterDent, Ms. Lau served as General Counsel at Western Dental. Ms. Lau holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles and a Juris Doctor from Loyola Marymount University.
Bernard Piccione has extensive experience across a wide range of industries delivering complex enterprise-scale information technology solutions to achieve major global business value and objectives. Mr. Piccione excels at driving sustainable business growth through IT modernization, solution development, and global transformation initiatives while building strong partnerships to better leverage technology solutions. Prior to joining InterDent, Mr. Piccione served as CIO for Ingenuity Advisory Partners, Inc., Complex Care Solutions, Inc., and MagnaCare. Mr. Piccione holds a Bachelors and Masters in Computer Science from Boston University.
Darrin Kellaris is a senior marketing executive with over 20 years experience specializing in digital marketing, social media, and brand strategy. Mr. Kellaris offers a record of success in creating and driving marketing strategies that strengthen revenue, margins, and market share by elevating brand authenticity and relevance. At InterDent, he leads all aspects of marketing including digital and social media, brand positioning, and performance analytics. Prior to joining InterDent, he led marketing efforts at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and IHOP. Mr. Kellaris holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from San Diego State University.
Diane Stern brings almost 20 years of dental services organizational experience specializing in organizational design and strategic partnering. Ms. Stern is responsible for Human Resources planning and strategy for recruiting, retention, benefits and performance management. She built her HR leadership experience through roles at Coast Dental, PrimeCo Wireless Communications and LabCorp where she focused on employee programs to increase engagement and satisfaction along with operational efficiencies. Ms. Stern holds a Bachelors degree in English Literature, Education, and Business from the University of Tampa and volunteers at KMR Group Foundation.
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 based on 140 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestConnie Garza
a year ago
I am happy with Gentle Dental
Anthony Le
a year ago
This place is awesome. They have amazing staff and are always super knowledgeable and helpful.
Shirl Hendrickson
a year ago
The staff is very pleasant and professional. I have been seeing Dr. Bergeson for several years now and am impressed with his positive character. I've not been seeing Maggie, the hygienist, as long, but she is likewise personable and pleasant. After spending appropriate time performing the necessary cleaning, she spent some time reviewing my history, progress and suggestions for continued maintenance and improvement. I just completed another examination and cleaning. On 10/19/2022. I appreciate the personal interactions and evidence of concern exhibited by Dr. Bergeson and Maggie. While I have a couple of teeth that a more aggressive dentist would have crowned, since they aren't bothering me, they are flagged to be "watched" rather than immediately resorting to a more lucrative treatment.
Maryanne Grim
a year ago
Always get the best treatment. Been coming for years. Friendly as well as professional!
Katelyn Christensen
a year ago
The staff is very friendly and professional. I never worry about what kind of service I'll receive when I go in, I know it'll be great.
Sher Doornink
a year ago
Maggie and Dr. Bergenson are terrific, always positive and cheerful. All the staff are very efficient and easy to work with. I love coming here!
Samantha Lacey
a year ago
This dentist is amazing! Only ones who here able to fix my teeth and they care a lot about numbness. :) Amazing ppl.
Anastasia Nicholson
2 years ago
Great service, I am happy with the Gentle Dental River Road office dentist work. Always very polite and are explaining to me what is happening to my teeth. In the other place the doctor wanted to pull my tooth out instead of fixing it. At the River Road office the dentist explained to me that my crown is a bit too high, and because of it the tooth became overstressed and sensitive. She filed my crown a bit, and I could chew again.
James M.
2 years ago
Wait times are much too long, don't schedule an appointment if you have anything else to do that day. Bring a bag lunch and a pillow, and maybe some ear plugs because the receptionist is super rude.
Bari Swartz
2 years ago
Finally got an appointment and had my teeth cleaned Thank you
Joan "joni" Rescigno
2 years ago
Great Dental Hygienist!!!! Thorough, personable, and tells you what's going on!!!
Gary Bern
2 years ago
The Best Dentist and staff ever! Dr. Bergeron takes the pain and stress out of going to the dentist. Him and his Assistants are very nice and friendly, I like how he interacts with his staff, and how he communicates what he is doing. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Timothy Meinzen
2 years ago
Maggie is a wonderful hygienist. She is careful and helpful and I always feel I am well cared for when she works on my teeth. Plus she is pleasant and competent in every way.
Joseph Piatt
2 years ago
When I was younger I had a terrible experience with a dentist, he was rude, and completely lacked empathy. My wife convinced me to give Dr. Bergeson a try, and I've found him to be the kindest and nicest medical professional I've ever had the pleasure of seeing.
Shirl Hendrickson
2 years ago
The staff is very pleasant and professional. I have been seeing Dr. Bergeson for several years now and am impressed with his positive character. I've not been seeing Maggie, the hygienist, as long, but she is likewise personable and pleasant. After spending appropriate time performing the necessary cleaning, she spent some time reviewing my history, progress and suggestions for continued maintenance and improvement.
M F
2 years ago
The people who work here are amazing and really care about your experience and well-being! Wait times are long right now, but Gentle Dental does a great job with the quality of care when you can finally get in the door (due to them taking OHP insurance, and one of the few that do) Maggie is the best dental hygienist I've ever been to. She is caring, non-judgmental and very nice. She genuinely wants to help you improve your dental health, smile and confidence. Dr. Bergstrom is one of the fastest, most gentle dentists I've ever been to and really cares about his patient's quality of life. He's also willing to spend the extra minute to talk with you about plans for your smile! Thanks!
Fritz Sellon
2 years ago
Pleasant experience, Dr and staff all friendly did not try to push any treatment .
Layla Schropp
2 years ago
Maggie is the best hygienist to exist she cares deeply about every patient and there needs.
Diana Hsieh
2 years ago
The staff are extremely warm, friendly, and professional! We always feel welcomed and are happy to be under their care!
Ted Green
2 years ago
Fantastic, professional, with awesome dental work. I highly recommend.