GRACE NOTES #1
A New Name, A Continued Commitment:
Welcome to Graceful Dental Innovations
After 20 years of serving the St. Johns community as Gentner Family Dentistry, we’re excited to introduce the next chapter of our practice—with a new name: Graceful Dental Innovations.
This change isn’t just about a fresh logo or updated signage. It’s about fully embracing who we’ve become and where we’re headed—while continuing to provide the same thoughtful, high-quality care you’ve always known and trusted.
Why the Change?
Over time, our dental practice has grown far beyond the scope of traditional family dentistry. What began as a general dental office has evolved into a full-spectrum wellness center, where advanced technology, whole-mouth health, and functional dentistry are foundational to everything we do.
From complex bite rehabilitation and TMD therapy (treatment for jaw joint disorders), to frenectomies (releasing restricted oral tissues that affect function) and comprehensive care for all ages, our services now go far beyond the basics. This evolution in our care model deserved a name that reflects the depth and purpose behind it.
What Our New Name Represents
- “Graceful” describes our approach to care: gentle, intentional, and centered around your individual needs. It reflects the ease and confidence we want every patient to experience through improved function, comfort, and long-term oral health.
- “Dental Innovations” captures our commitment to modern, high-tech dentistry. We integrate proven clinical techniques with cutting-edge tools—such as 3D imaging (CBCT scans), CO₂ laser treatment, and digital bite analysis—to treat not just your teeth, but the underlying systems that support your total oral function.
What’s Staying the Same?
Everything you value about your experience with us remains unchanged:
- The same compassionate team, with the same patient-centered values
- The same personalized, unrushed dental care
- The same full range of treatment—from cleanings and crowns to more complex rehabilitation
- The same focus on treating the cause, not just the symptoms
- And yes, we’re still locally owned, independent, and focused on serving our small-town community with excellence.
Looking Ahead: A Focus on Complete, Advanced Dental Care
This new chapter gives us the opportunity to be even more intentional about who we serve and how we serve them.
Graceful Dental Innovations better reflects our purpose: to provide elevated dental care for patients who value long-term oral health, functional comfort, and a strong connection with their care team.
In addition to general and preventive dental care, Dr. Amy Gentner is placing a deeper focus on specialized areas such as:
- TMD treatment (for jaw pain, tension headaches, and joint dysfunction)
- Airway-focused dentistry (to support better breathing and sleep health)
- Functional bite and smile rehabilitation
- Frenectomy procedures for infants through adults, using laser precision
- Technology-enhanced diagnostics with CBCT 3D imaging and digital analysis tools
Thank You for Being Part of the Journey
To everyone who has been with us through the years—thank you. Your trust and support have helped shape this evolution, and we’re so excited to continue this journey with you under a name that reflects who we are, and who we’re becoming.
With gratitude and excitement,
Dr. Amy Gentner & the Graceful Dental Innovations Team
