The Gentle Dentist

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA
16 E 1st Ave, Trappe, PA 19426
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Opens Monday at 10:00am
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Monday10:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday10:00am - 7:00pm
Thursday9:00am - 3:00pm
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From routine dental maintenance to emergency care, we put your comfort first. The Gentle Dentist has been part of the Collegeville, Trappe, PA community since 1959, and is privately owned and operated. Dr. Geetha Srinivasan provides comprehensive and preventative dentistry for the whole family from 1-100+ years old. As a trusted local dental practice for over fifty years, we offer most specialty services under one roof, at one convenient location. We are not a corporate dentistry group, and our Gentle Dentist team welcomes you as a valued neighbor, not a number.

I enjoy helping people achieve a higher level of health by providing personalized, precise dental therapies and dental expertise for all my patients, young and not so young, and all stages of dental care. Through my Fellowship, research and continuing education, I am especially focused on medically complex and geriatric patients. Over the past 17 years, I have gained experience in many aspects of dentistry, from simple preventive care to complex restorative procedures. I am proud to offer a high standard of care whether I am placing a filling or creating a new, beautiful smile with a cosmetic dental makeover.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from the Tamilnadu Medical University in Madras, India in 1996. After moving to the United States, I graduated as an advanced-standing student with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the School of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania with double honors. In addition, while at Penn, Idid an honors program in pediatricdentistry at Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia.

I completed a Fellowship with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists in 2011. I have owned a private dental practice for 14 years. Presently I am a Clinical Associate for the Department of Oral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. I have received awards for Outstanding Performance, Pre-Doctoral Endodontic Program and Honors Program, Medically Compromised Clinic at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.

I am involved in continuing education monthly to give my patients the highest standard of care. I attainedan Associateship from the International Association of Orthodontics, completed an Implant Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), received my Certificate in Soft and Hard Tissue Grafting from the Medical University of South Carolina, and am currently on the Fellowship track for the Academy of General Dentistry and the Academy of Oral Medicine.

I am currently pursuing a fellowship in Medically Complex Patient Care at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. My studies are focused on medical conditions that can complicate dental treatment including diabetes, hypertension, hepatitis C, other infectious diseases, cardiovascular disease, renal disease and cerebrovascular disease. I am excited to be part of groundbreaking research, and will be among the top dentists in the area better trained for treating patients with medically complex conditions.

I am among a select group of dentistscertified by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry forAnesthesia, ModerateSedation. With this distinction, I am certified to performConscious IV Sedation Dentistry. I belong to the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology.

In my free time, I truly love teaching and learning. I also love spending time with my two daughters, our fabulous dog and new kitten. My daughters and I enjoy cooking together, learning new recipes as well as making traditional recipes. We also enjoy making organic household and personal care products, and when I get a private moment, I love to read.

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Dental HygienistWorking closely with our patients, I get to learn about their lives beyond their oral health care needs. We talk with each other and find common ground and interests, developing real relationships with each other. I love that my work brings me into contact with such great people. I perform preventive services and maintenances, triage emergency dental patients, and provide periodontal treatments. During each visit, I talk with patients about their oral health and how to perform proper maintenance at home, to keep their mouths healthy and in an optimal state. Beyond the office, I enjoy the outdoors and you may find me on our local trails and waterways.

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Dental HygienistI really enjoy the daily interaction I have with our patients. Learning about them and their lives, sharing stories and interests, makes my work day pass fast. Along the way theres a lot of laughter, too, which is always a good thing. I perform dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, apply Fluoride treatments, perio charting, and I take X-rays. I am also licensed to administer local anesthesia. A lot of my day is spent one-on-one with patients, talking with them about home oral hygiene practices and how to keep their teeth and gums healthy between visits. On my days off, youll find me spending time with my daughter Grace and playing with my dog Louie. I am married, and I enjoy music, antiquing, and visiting historic sites.

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Office Manager and Expanded Functions Dental AssistantInteracting with our patients, while educating them about dental care and good oral hygiene practices, is very enjoyable to me. I like that our doctors and our team members are so passionate about providing excellent oral health care, and that there is always an emphasis on preventing problems before they develop. As the Office Manager, I am responsible for organizing and overseeing the day to day operations of the office and staff. As an Expanded Function Dental Assistant, I place and contour composite and other restorative materials, place sealants, and polishing teeth. In my free time outside work, I like to be with my husband, Kyle, and sons, Brody, Chase and Dylan. I enjoy kayaking and hiking with my family.

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Insurance Coordinator My name is Kim. I currently reside in the Boyertown Area with my husband & two young children. I left a career in Real Estate to stay at home full-time but felt there was a balance missing. That is when I found the Gentle Dentist. The staff here is truly one-of-a-kind. They are kind & compassionate people and made me feel right at home. During my short time here as the Insurance Coordinator I have come to love the personal connection this office achieves with their patients. This welcome environment makes it a pleasure to come to work every day!

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Patient Coordinator Hello, my name is Stacie. I have been working in the field of dentistry for 25 years. I was educated at Harcum College and Temple Dental School where I was trained as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. As the years progressed I made my way to Reception and Scheduling. Being able to coordinate and serve in all aspects of my chosen field has proven to be powerfully rewarding. When I am not at the office sharing in good times either with my fellow staff or all of our patients that we love so much, you will find me hanging out with my three besties. That would be my 9 year old daughter and two beautiful kitties. Spending summers at the Jersey Shore and celebrating Halloween are also on my list of favorite things to do. I hope to continue to develop meaningful relationships not only with this wonderfully caring and highly educated and gifted group of souls, but also with our patients. See you at the office!

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Expanded Functions Dental AssistantGrowing up in the Reading area, Carissa brings 5+ years of dental assisting experience to the Gentle Dental team. Early in 2019, Carissa completed a program at Berks Technical Institute and an externship with Doc Bresslers Cavity Busters to become a licensed Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. Carissa currently attends Cabrini University where she plans to further her education by applying to Dental School, with the dream of becoming a Pediatric Dentist. Carissa also teaches dental assisting at Contemporary Health Career Institute in Exton, PA. She is very passionate about Dentistry and enjoys interacting with both new and established patients; creating an engaging atmosphere to keep patients feeling totally at ease in our office. She loves working side by side with Dr. Geetha and the office manager, Nicole, to educate patients on oral hygiene, discuss treatment plans and help patients achieve the best experience through great dental care. She attends dental mission trips on a yearly basis. Outside of the office Carissa enjoys traveling, going to the beach, most outdoor activities with her terrier Oliver.

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Dental AssistantMy name is Ariella and I am currently a Dental Assistant here at The Gentle Dentist. I live in the Reading area with my fianc Julian. I have recently also just graduated from Berks Technical Institute and look forward to continuing my career in the dental field down the line. While I am not at work I enjoy traveling, trying new foods and shopping! Coming to work every day is always a pleasure. I love working side by side with our amazing team here at The Gentle Dentist. This office is extremely welcoming and I can assure you that you will leave with an amazing smile!

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Dental AssistantHi, my name is Sarah, and I recently completed a program at Berks Technical Institute and an externship here at the Gentle Dentist to become a registered Dental Assistant. I have been with the Gentle Dentist team for over 6 months now, and have never felt more at home. The entire staff is truly one of a kind. I am extremely passionate about the dental field and love nothing more than working side by side with our patients and Dr. Geetha in order to help them feel as calm and comfortable as possible while in our office. Within the next year I plan to further my education and begin the process of becoming an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. When I am not in the office I enjoy traveling, spending time with my boyfriend and family as well as taking my beagle, Daisy on lots of walks.

The Gentle Dentist - General dentist in Collegeville, PA

Dental AssistantMy name is Ashley, and I am currently going to school part-time at Montgomery County Community College. I am attending a course for dental hygiene and plan on becoming a hygienist once I graduate. I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend and my family and friends. I really enjoy going camping and spending time outdoors. I also have a chinchilla, named Pippy, short for Pipsqueak.

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Rating 4.2 out of 5 based on 64 reviews

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Sarah Frack
2 years ago
I have had extensive work done by Dr. Srinivasan. She is not only incredibly capable and talented, she is interested in and excited by what she is doing. My teeth were eroded and damaged by a very difficult pregnancy and GI issues. When I say extensive work, I mean root canals, crowns, replaced fillings, pulled teeth and bone grafts. I still have posts and implants to go, but I am not afraid because I am in wonderful hands. I have had to have two emergency appointments on Fridays that were both emergency pulls (excruciatingly painful to bear), and she was there for me. I'm generally skeptical of doctors and am as loyal to them as they are to their patients (which is usually not very). I will be seeing Dr. Srinivasan until she decides to move. In fact, my mom lives in Florida and gets her dental work done up here simply because she trusts Dr. Srinivasan so much! Do yourself a favor and join this practice as a patient. You will not need to fear a dentist's appointment ever again.


Hema Velankanni
2 years ago
She is very knowledgeable and thorough and very caring for her patients


Master Beck
2 years ago
Went to get a root canal and they didn't finish it correctly...Got go back and get it finished with a crown ...gonna get my cleaning done and a few cavities fixed and then. Never again....very nice folks but not great dentistry...I would not recommend going there...ever for anyone who wants their teeth done right the first time....


William Beck
2 years ago
Best people. Great job. Go to them !


Ish Patel
2 years ago
Dr. Geetha and her team are amazing and professional. I had a very tough and complicated case. Dr. Geetha always went above and beyond in providing patient care and attention that was needed to have an incredible outcome. Dr. Geetha and her entire team are very personable, caring and always making sure my family and I have the best care possible.


K C
2 years ago
Great office! They take time to go over everything with you & make you feel comfortable. The girl that handles the insurance is great!!


Sabrina Hall
2 years ago
The staff was friendly, personable, and caring from the girls at the front desk to the dental assistants and the doctor. Everything needed was explained in length to be sure I understood and plan set in place. I would strongly recommend this practice they definitely make you feel at home.


Katie Russo
2 years ago
I saw Dr. Foore at this practice for most of my adult life and loved the practice. When he retired last year, I feel the practice changed a lot. I felt like I was being pushed into one unecessary expensive procedure after another, they were bait and switching prices, then switching strategies leading to more cost, and always in a rush. If I asked a question for clarification, the response was "well, you can refuse treatment." I wasn't having any issues until they replaced a filling (which they claimed was necessary). After that, I ended up with pain for months. When I had them look at it, they didn't even take an x-ray. It took a new dentist and several specialists to resolve the problem...which would not have resolved under the Gentle Dentist "treatment plan".


David Hunsicker
2 years ago
Dental work always makes me anxious, however Dr. Geetha's numbing skills are amazing , and the staff are helpful and kind!!


Sara McDowell
2 years ago
I have been going to The Gentle Dentist for well over a decade! I can't imagine trusting my family's dental care to anyone but Dr. Geetha and her team. I truly can't say enough about the ENTIRE staff; they all make you feel like family! I am quite a baby when it comes to dental work, but am always treated kindly and with the utmost of care. Dr. Geetha and her team always go above and beyond to make sure I am comfortable during procedures. In addition to routine dental care, my 4 children have all received their orthodontic work here as well. They listen to my children, make them feel comfortable and are so very understanding when a bracket needs to be replaced or an Invisalign needs adjusting! So very patient! I can't express how wonderful it is having both dental and ortho in the same place! Our family is nothing but thrilled with the Gentle Dentist! We highly recommend! Thank you Dr. Geetha and Team!


Christina O'Toole
2 years ago
Amazing Staff, Amazing Dentist. Great experience from the beggining to the end! I was putting off going to the dentist becasue of certain fears. I am so grateful I went. They put to rest every fear and answered all my questions.


Laura Hilliard
2 years ago
After being terrified of a dentist for years, I finally found these gems! Geetha is SO gentle and everyone makes you feel right at home there. I would suggest this place to anyone! They really have helped put my anxiety at ease when it comes to my teeth.


Craig Cardimon
2 years ago
The people here are friendly and professional. I have vertigo and can't lay back too far in the chair. When I let my hygienist know this, they show adjust the chair so I am comfortable. Also, one hygienist recommended wearing an appliance at night because she detected signs that I was grinding my teeth as I slept. I was doubtful but got the appliance. Then I thought, you paid for it, you might as well try wearing it. I did so. Lo and behold, much to my surprise, the chronic daily headaches that plagued me for years vanished just about overnight. I still get headaches, of course. We all do. But mine have become occasional nuisances rather than daily skull-splitters. Thank you to the Gentle Dentist! Keep up the great work!


Jo Orner
2 years ago
Not sure who I should believe. I get a dental cleaning every six months and never had concerns about gum recession or needed a deep cleaning. I was at another dentist in March for a cleaning and transferred to The Gentle Dentist 3 months later for geographic convenience. Upon transfer, they were measuring gum recession at "9s" for some teeth and suggested a deep cleaning. Well, there was nothing gentle about this procedure or the dentist. After topical numbing, Dr. Geetha (who skirts from one patient to another) came in and just shot 6 needles in my gums rapid fire. The procedure was painful and not as the title of the dentistry office implies. Looking elsewhere yet again to find the dentist who takes time to make me comfortable for any anticipated procedure. The staff otherwise is nice enough, but if you are a dental phobe as I am, I don't recommend this practice.


jelly beans
2 years ago
Do yourself a favor. Go somewhere else. There are several better dentist offices within walking distance.


jelly beans
3 years ago
Do yourself a favor. Go somewhere else. There are several better dentist offices within walking distance.


carol mcgrath
3 years ago
I needed to get several cavities filled and was apprehensive about the procedure. I was immediately put at ease by the technician as well as the dentist. The atmosphere was clean and they did a temp check before I entered their work area. Everyone was friendly and immediately put me at ease. Considering there was drilling involved, it was a wonderful experience!


Mark Minoske
3 years ago
A great dentist, they make you feel comfortable when your there, a big plus for me. There team of dental techs are great.


Linda McIlhinney
3 years ago
This practice is amazing. Had my surgery and could not be happier. They are very accommodating and fantastic at what they do!


KM Smith
4 years ago
I love the work they do, never had an issue after surgery or cleanings. But, the front office rubs me the wrong way every time. Whether it's sounding annoyed when I want to reschedule or attempting to pressure me into making other appointments by telling me what I should or shouldn't do, even after I spell out my financial situation will make anyone think you're not listening to them or make anyone uncomfortable.


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