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4.9

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Best Dental office in town. Both Doctors,Dr Thorson and Dr Garner, are amazing Dentists they both are gentle and assure to provide me with the best quality dental care needed. My Hygienist Britney does an amazing job with my cleanings every six months. The assistants are very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this dental office!
- Daniela N.

So, What Makes Gila Ridge Dental So Great?

We’re glad you asked! Choosing a dentist is a really important decision!

Here are some reasons our patients give us 5-stars:

Friendly staff: our team really (genuinely!) cares about our patients!

Education-based care: We're never pushy! Instead, we help our patients understand what's happening inside their mouth, and work together to choose the best treatment for YOU

Relaxing: spa-like environment that puts you at ease from the minute you walk in.

One-stop shop: From restorative care, to sedation, cleanings to Invisalign, and most and everything in between! We won't send you running all over town for the comprehensive care you need

OUR location

Gila Ridge Dental Yuma, AZ

7949 E 24th St, Yuma, AZ 85365

Monday-Thursday : 8am–5pm
Friday : 7am–2pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Call @ (928) 408-7881

Financial Options

Explore a range of financial solutions at Gila Ridge Dental that are tailored to suit your needs, enabling you to receive dental care without straining your budget.

Prior to starting treatment, we'll outline the service costs and discuss your payment alternatives — we won’t surprise you with hidden costs and fees. Our goal is to streamline the payment experience, ensuring efficiency and minimal hassle.

We know not all patients have dental insurance, so we also accept alternatives to paying for dental care through a third-party-provider CareCredit® and Sunbit. Our goal is to make every step of your appointment, including payment, be as simple as possible.

Insurance Providers

Our practice accepts most major insurance plans. Our team is knowledgeable about dental insurance, too, so we’re happy to file and track your claims for you to ensure that you’re getting the most out of your benefits. We just ask that you bring your insurance card to each appointment, so we can make sure your information is as up-to-date as possible.
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Financial Policy

In an effort to reduce the cost to you, the patient, while maintaining the highest level of professional care, we have established the financial policy as follows:
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Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Stephen Garner- dentist in yuma

Dr. Stephen Garner, DMD

Dr. Thor G. Thorson- Yuma Dentist

Dr. Thor G. Thorson, DDS

Dr. Cecelia Nguyen Yuma dentist

Dr. Cecelia Nguyen, DMD

Complete Dental Care for Your Whole Family

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Restorative Dentistry

This level of dentistry focuses on the functional side of your smile. If you’re missing teeth or experiencing chronic headaches, then restorative dentistry can help with root canals or TMJ treatment!
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Cosmetic Dentistry

Our dentists have a keen eye for the smallest details, making him one of the best dentists in Foothills, AZ for the smile makeover business. Whether you need veneers or teeth whitening, we will ensure that your smile shines bright!
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General Dentistry

Not only do we want you to love your smile, but we also want you to keep it healthy. Our general dentistry services are designed to keep your smile in tip-top shape. If you are in need of general dental care, or are experiencing a dental emergency, you can always trust Gila Ridge Dental

Smile Gallery

Before and after dental treatment showing tooth whitening and restoration results at Gila Ridge Dental.
Before and after dental treatment showing improved teeth alignment and whitening at Gila Ridge Dental.
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Our Comprehensive Dental Services

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All-on-4
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ClearCorrect
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Cosmetic Bonding
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Crowns
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Dental Emergencies
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Dental Implants
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Dental Sealants
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Dentures & Bridges
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Fillings
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General Dentistry
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Invisalign
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Kid-Friendly Dentistry
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Root Canal Therapy
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Routine Dental Care
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Same Day Crowns
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Sleep Solutions
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Teeth Whitening
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CEREC
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Treatment of Cracked Teeth
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Veneers