Gum Bennett, DDS

My husband had his two front teeth knocked in half on our vacation to Hawaii on a surf board. We called Dr. Gum’s office and they fit us in next day. His staff was so kind. They were a blessing and we are so lucky that we found them! Thank you. Highly recommend, he did a great job and explained everything from insurance to future dental things we needed to know.

Let me start by saying that I love Dr. Gum. The fact that he is into carving and other meticulous crafting makes me feel like he loves what he is doing. Sadly, I was in a car accident on the same day as my appointment and couldn’t call them in time so I was charged $ 75! Thats one way to kick you when you’re down. I paid cash for every visit and they do offer some discounts if you pay with cash.

My entire family goes to Dr. Gum and we all think his office is awesome. We wouldn’t go anywhere else. Everyone I send his way feels the same. Reasons I love my dentist:
1. He steadfastly refuses to use silver amalgam fillings on kids. He only will do ceramic fillings, but he charges for the cost of silver. Philosophically I really respect him for this.
2. He doesn’t do work that you don’t actually need just so he can get paid. I had another dentist tell me that I needed to have fillings done as a «preventative measure.» Went to Dr. Gum, and he said I didn’t need to do it. Same thing with doing fillings on my kids’ baby teeth that were about to fall out anyway. We did not need to do it, and they fell out a few weeks later.
3. His dental hygienists are outstanding – meticulous, careful, gentle, friendly and really committed to the health of your teeth. I can’t say enough about how good they are at what they do. They remember what they told you to do last time, and they follow up at the next check up.
4. He and his staff are good with kids. He’s not a pediatric dentist, but he works well with my kids (8, 5 and 3) and they to pick a toy out of a basket afterwards, along with their new toothbrush, toothpaste and floss, so they’re happy.
5. He doesn’t do shots or nitrous oxide on kids for fillings. I firmly believe this is the safe and responsible way to go. He is so gentle, my kids didn’t even complain or need it. That saved them brain cells, avoided serious risk factors, and just avoided putting a bunch of dangerous toxins in their systems.
6. Everything is super neat and clean in the office. It’s immaculate.
7. It’s easy to make appointments and the reminder system is great – they send two texts – one as a reminder, and one to have you confirm your appointment a couple of days before. Way more convenient than phone call reminders.
It gets harder to make an appointment the more new patients he has, so if you’re looking for a dentist, go somewhere else! haha

Love Dr. Gum and his staff. For the gentlest cleaning around, see Shelli! Dr. Gum always has your best interest at heart; always updating the equipment he uses. Your teeth will be in good hands!

Thank You Shelly for always doing a good job in cleaning my teeth.

I feel very safe putting the well being of my mouth in Dr. Gums hands. He takes his job seriously, is intuitive, and a kind person. If youre tired of being scared to go to the dentist, try Dr. Gum, youll relax a bit… N

Dr. Bennett Gum was an outstanding dentist. HOWEVER, his office manager was a total FLAKE. I work in a hospital and had an emergency that prevented me to show up to my appointment (keep in mind my appointment was cosmetic for Venires) and I paid in advance for the office visit. Because, I did not cancel within the 48 hours she kepts my advance payment in adition sent a bill for 75.00 for not canceling with in the time frame. Very poor Office management. I DON’T RECOMEND ANYONE TO VISIT HIS OFFICE. What would happen if your son/​daughter was sick or car trouble or any other problems preventing you to make it. Not only will you loose your «deposit» she will charge you extra 75.00. I know times are hard but OBIOUSLY Dr. Bennett Gums office only cares about finances and not what EMERGENT cases arise.
Good LUCK

Dr Gum and his team are excellent! Friendly and professional. Facility is very clean and welcoming.
The hygienist always either takes great notes at my visits or just remember everything we have discussed each time. They take time to get to know you and make you very comfortable. They explain what they are doing and make sure you are not leaving wondering what just happened.
I’ve been going here for over a year now and love this team! Actually look forward to going to the dentist!

Dr. Bennett Gum is outstanding! He really cares and does a fabulous job. When he injected the painkiller I didnt feel a thing! It was totally painless!
The facilities is very clean, professional and attractive. and did I mention they offer coffee in the front? The coffee machine is one of those fancy single-​serve fresh brewed kind of machines! I had fun making my hot cocoa! Yes. There is even one for hot cocoa! There is like 4 kinds of coffee… Rocket Fuel Coffee anyone? =)
Thank you Dr. Gum! I will definately be back!!!