The Dedicated Team
of Smiles by Gentle Dental

Our devoted team members make an effort to reduce the stress of the procedure. Our skilled experts will explain the dental treatment plan to you. You can get away with your queries as well. It becomes our responsibility to ensure that you don't have any trouble during the treatment.

Dr.Nirmaldeep Singh Brar, DMD

Dr.Nirmaldeep Singh Brar, DMD

General Dentist

Personal Info

Family Background

Born in Northern India to a homemaker mom and a teacher dad, I am blissfully married and have two kids. Currently I am living in Munster, IN.

Education

I completed graduation in 2008 with a BDS degree from Pacific Dental College, India. I moved to the USA in 2010 and obtained a DMD degree in 2015 from the University of Illinois, Chicago, IL.

Skills and Strengths

After 2 years of experience in dentistry work in Central Illinois, in 2018, I joined the team of Gentle Dental Family Care PC, now known as Smiles by Gentle Dental. At present, I have a dental practice in Griffith, IN.

Leisure Activity

I'm into sports and like spending time with my family.

Jamie Smith

Meena Brar

Senior Office Coordinator

Personal Info

Family Background

Born and brought up in the northern part of India.

Educations

I graduated from SG College, Sri Ganganagar and moved to the United States in 2002. Here I finished my education as an associate in business and science. In 2020, I received life insurance agent certification to add knowledge in the field of healthcare.

Skills and Strengths

I have previous experience of working in a high-volume retail market. I worked in the banking sector for 7 years as a supervisor. In addition, since 2018, I have handled office coordinator duties at Smiles By Gentle Dental.

Leisure Activity

I enjoy spending time with my family and love to keep myself busy with home decor projects. I would like to be an interior designer in the future.

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Savannah Garcia

Personal Info

Family Background

I grew up in the Southern Suburbs of Chicago. I moved to Griffith in 2017. I am happily married and blessed with four children.

Education

I graduated from South Suburban College with a Degree in Business Administration. I am currently a student at Purdue Northwest University, majoring in Computer Information Technology.

Skills and Strengths

I have five years of experience in Production Planning. I received my certificate in Dental Assisting from St. John Dental Assistant School. I am licensed for Radiation Health and Safety and CPR Certified.

Hobbies

I enjoy spending time with my family and participating in 5K Events.

Caitlin Brown

Caitlin Brown

Personal Info

Family Background

I grew up in Griffith, Indiana.

Education

I graduated from Griffith High School. I have credits at the University of St. Francis and plan to continue my education to become a Surgical technologist.

Skills and Strengths

I have previous experience working in high-volume office environments, handling correspondence and performing clerical duties. I have experience in book keeping, including invoicing and handling accounts.

Hobbies

I enjoy doing outdoor activities in my free time. For example, riding my bike and going on nature walks or runs.

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Julie Brunt

Personal Info

Family Background

I was born and raised in Highland, Indiana and am still living there. I am the middle child in a family of five.

Education

I attended Merkley Elementary, Highland Middle and Highland High Schools. I completed a Dental assistant program at the Hammond Area Career Center.

Skills and Strengths

I have great communication skills. I am great at welcoming all patients, new and existing, to our dental office. I strive to make everyone feel comfortable when they sit in the dental chair, since many people are terrified of seeing the dentist. I get along well with my colleagues.

Leisure Activities

I enjoy solving word searches and jigsaw puzzles. Listening to the classics of the 50s and 60s is my favourite time pass. I do enjoy watching YouTube videos.

Jamie Smith

Jamie Smith

Hygienist

Personal Info

Family Background

I lived in Highland, Indiana, for 36 years. I got married in March 2023. I am now a proud mother of three children.

Education

I graduated in 2000 from Indiana University Northwest with an associate Degree in Dental Hygiene. In the fall of 2016, I attended a course at IUPUI to get my Anesthetic License. I received my license in the spring of 2017.

Skills and Strengths

I have been in the Dental field since 1999. I started off as an assistant the first year until I received my Hygiene License. I have been a member of Smiles by Gentle Dental family throughout my career except for 2 years.

Leisure Activity

I enjoy spending time with my family, playing volleyball, traveling and going to concerts.

Our Team

Dr.Nirmaldeep S Brar
Jamie Novak, RDH
Doctor Team
Doctor

Our Office

Being devoted to offer the best dental care, we work with certain standards.

Our Philosphy

Our Philosphy

Smiles by Gentle Dental operates with a motive to treat people, not just teeth. We strive to provide top-notch dental care for you and your family. By offering a variety of dental treatments, we try to help you keep smiling for life.

We intend to provide dental treatment that is accessible to everyone by making it stress-free and affordable.

  • We ensure our patients understand the connection between dental health and overall body wellness.
  • Patients can benefit from our services at their convenience.
  • Providing high-quality services.
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If you need to try our dental services, we are available in the East Chicago, Griffith, Highland, Gary, Dyer, Merrillville, Schererville, Hobart, Hammond, and Munster areas. Drop us a call at 219-924-7733.

Get in touch to have the best dental experience. We are situated on the corner of Cline Ave. and 45th Street, and our location is 8844 N. Cline Ave., Ste. 2 N, Griffith,Indiana


  • Affordable dental services to all.
  • There is no compromise in Quality.
  • Dental services are accessible at flexible hours.
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