My mother needed new dentures… I recommended Gentle Family Dentistry. She is so impressed and ecstatic how her new dentures turned out. She now looks younger and has her healthy smile back.
Cheryl Rydia
My name is Jonathan Garger and I am proud to be your Bakersfield dentist. I was raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and immediately after graduating dental school I worked as an Associate Dentist in Sarver, Pennsylvania. In 1990, I left the private sector to become a Dental Officer in the United States Air Force during the Desert Shield-Desert Storm period of 1990-1993. I was stationed at both George AFB near Victorville, California and Travis AFB in Fairfield, California.
After separating from the service in 1993, I was employed at a number of various dental offices in California as an Associate Dentist. It was during this time period that I learned a great deal about what worked in private dental practices, and what did not. When I started my own practice, I took with me the best ways to care for my patients and how to best meet all of their dental needs.
In 1999, I purchased the dental practice of Dr. Thomas Sherman, who I later found out had some of the nicest patients I had ever met! Although I was very happy with my wonderful patients, the office itself was dated and was in significant need of upgrades. In 2008, I moved my dental practice to the Riverwalk Medical Plaza on Stockdale Highway, and upgraded my equipment to the most efficient, safe, and comfortable dental equipment available, in order to provide the highest level of dental care to my special family of patients. My professional goal is to serve the dental needs of the wonderful people in our community. My personal commitment is to continue to improve my dental skills through continuous education courses and training, in order to continue providing the highest possible standard of dental care, gently, to each of my patients.
In my private time; I enjoy reading, especially about advances in dentistry. I also love to spend time dining out, traveling, watching movies, laughing, and taking long walks with my delightful wife Renee and our dog Hermie.
Offering you “High tech dentistry with old time care.”
My mother needed new dentures… I recommended Gentle Family Dentistry. She is so impressed and ecstatic how her new dentures turned out. She now looks younger and has her healthy smile back.
Cheryl Rydia
Thanks for you help and want the fout job you guys Thanks to everyone they nice job with kindness an compassion with se you guys soon
Sergio Estrada
The BEST office and staff!! Thank you Dr G and team!
Jennifer Tougas
This was by far the best dental experience I have ever had. Dr Garger and his staff are amazing, Dr Garger and his assistant made me very comfortable. I would totally recommend Gentle Family Dentistry.
Shelle Kallgren
The staff works diligently to care for you and your loved ones.
Ashley Moreno
The staff is absolutely amazing. My mom and husband had to have an emergency tooth pulled and they got them in asap. Dr. Garger is very gentle. I went there for fillings myself. We as a family won’t go anywhere else.
Sarah Estrada
The best, friendly staff, caring gentle Dr. Garger always takes his time to provide excellent service.
Travis Corbell
Everyone in the office was very friendly and helpful. They took care of my issues very promptly and got me scheduled to resolve all my dental needs. If you have dental issues this is the place to go.
Chuck Davis
Going to the dentist really gets my anxiety going. I’ve never been good with going. Gentle Family Dentistry makes it a point from the second you walk in the door, that your as comfortable and relaxed as you can be. I really appreciate the caring and professional atmosphere. I highly recommend this dentist.
Chris Geye
Courteous and professionalism. Made me feel at home. Very clean facility.
Muneca Ornelas