Gentle Smiles of Raleigh

My family has been coming to this office since 2007. Mail has the same staff. This explains how organized and reliable the team is. A 5 star is simply inadequate to describe my experience over the years. Thank you 🙏🏽 🎉

Fantastic customer service! Nurse was very gentle with my teeth (as gentle as she could be with the state of them). Doctor and nurse were both kind and helpful with recommending teeth care. (Also good payment plans for those on a budget!)

The best experience at the dentist I've ever had!! Everyone was kind, gentle, and so caring. Dr. Bava explained everything slowly and thoroughly. I didn't feel rushed. I'm so grateful for this experience. From walking in the door and out everyone was so very nice.

I had an excellent experience at this dentistry. Every member of staff was welcoming, friendly, and accommodating. Kelsey at the front desk set the tone high with her jubilant energy and sincerity. Jasmine was equally wonderful, ushering me through with incredibly positive vibes and expertise. Narisara was a stellar hygienist, providing knowledge, anecdotes, connection, and care while flawlessly tending to my teeth and gums. She made me feel both at ease and fully informed. Finally, Dr. Bava was kind, approachable, and warm. The entire practice was full of sunny dispositions, bright colors, music, and mirth. Everyone in the office, including staff I didn't name, contributed to the engaging and anxiety-reducing atmosphere.

Great experience here. Maria at the front desk is awesome — super friendly, organized, and on top of everything. She makes scheduling and check-in really easy. The whole staff is just as great. Everyone is kind, professional, and makes you feel comfortable from start to finish. You can tell they care about their patients. Definitely recommend this office.

I can’t say enough good things about Gentle Smiles of Raleigh! From the moment I walked in, the experience was outstanding. The front office personnel are absolutely wonderful—friendly, organized, and genuinely welcoming. They made check-in and scheduling effortless and were happy to answer all my questions. It’s clear they care about patients and go out of their way to create a comfortable, stress-free environment. My hygienist, Ashley, was fantastic. She was gentle, thorough, and took the time to explain everything she was doing. She made sure I was comfortable throughout the entire cleaning and offered helpful tips for maintaining my dental health at home. Her positive attitude and attention to detail really stood out. Dr. Bava is equally impressive—professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. He took the time to clearly explain my treatment options and made sure I felt confident and informed. You can tell he truly cares about his patients and takes pride in providing high-quality care. If you’re looking for a dental office that combines expertise with kindness and excellent customer service, I highly recommend Gentle Smiles of Raleigh. It’s such a relief to find a team you can trust with your smile!

I missed Holly being there as she always super friendly when I came into the office. The lady you hired to replace her is great. Nerissa(sp?) is wonderful. Doc has always been awesome and explains everything in terms you can understand. Great service and great people. You can't go wrong coming here.