Your smile matters to you. And it matters to us. Bentham Smile Dental is a modern dental clinic in Penticton offering a full range of general and cosmetic dental services, from routine check-ups to complete smile makeovers. The clinic was originally founded by Dr. Ronald Bentham, and continues his 50-year tradition of patient care by listening to your questions, problems and opinions and explaining the various treatment options available. Your comfort is always a primary concern.
Dental problems don’t care about your schedule. We have a live after-hours answering service for emergencies. Just call (250) 492-2838
You have the peace of mind of working with a dentist with years of experience and a highly experienced staff who has seen it all.
From a friendly welcome, to putting you at ease if you’re nervous about dental work, to a personal call after major treatment, you’re looked after with special care.
No matter how minor or extensive your dental needs are, we can look after you. From cleaning to implants, we’ve got you covered.
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Anilkumar Gopi, DDS
Dr. Anilkumar Gopi has taken over the 51-year practice of Dr. Ronald Bentham following Dr. Bentham's retirement. Dr. Anilkumar graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from the Kuvempu University, Karnataka India in 1998. He then worked as a clinical instructor in the Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics at the same university until 2006 when he moved on to full time private clinical practice. He completed the Nobel Fellow programme in Oral Implantology and Aesthetic Dentistry at Bangalore. He moved to Canada in 2012, completing the NDEB licensing process (DMD) in 2016.
Our Caring Dental Team
At Bentham Smile Dental, you’ll experience a gentle, caring dentist who uses only the most advanced materials and procedures. Dr. Gopi practices comfortable, health-centered dentistry with a strong emphasis on getting to know each patient. In addition to his technical proficiency, Dr. Gopi listens to your concerns and will explain beforehand what treatment is best for your individual needs.
"Dr. Bentham and his team gave me excellent care. I had some very old dental work that was failing, and it was quickly and expertly ŕeplaced. The kindness and thoroughness was amazing.”
"The staff is very professional and friendly at the same time. Dr. Bentham is the best at painless delivery I have ever had. I had a few of procedures to be done, and they were all completed during one appointment. I would recommend Dr. Bentham and his staff without reservation.”
"Attentive & friendly reception, always on time, exceptional hygenist (best I’ve ever had), detailed and careful work by Dr Bentham. Focus on prevention of problems, not just fixes!”
If you’re looking for a great dentist in Penticton, Bentham Smile Dental can make you love your smile. The practice is located at 107-3310 Bentham Lake Road and provides a full array of patient-focused dental care, employing up-to-date methods and using the latest equipment, to serve all your dental needs. We do direct billing and assignment of insurance benefits for your convenience, and we offer a live after-hours answering service so you always have a human to talk to.
At Bentham Smile Dental, you’ll experience a gentle, caring dentist who uses only the most advanced materials and procedures. Dr. Gopi practices comfortable, health-centered dentistry with a strong emphasis on getting to know each patient. In addition to his technical proficiency, Dr. Gopi listens to your concerns and will explain beforehand what treatment is best for your individual needs.
We all yearn to have a smile we can feel good about. Even before your first baby teeth pushed their way into your gums, your smile has captivated others and expressed who you are at your most engaging moments. Life, with all its unpredictable events, can get in the way and leave us feeling self conscious about our smile. Working toward giving you a smile you can be proud of is what Dr. Ronald Bentham has been passionate about for more than 50 years.
