By Dr. Stephanie Kinsey, Palencia Dental
The Palencia Promise: Dental Care That Feels Like Home in St. Augustine!
You know that feeling when you’re walking through Palencia — maybe on a lazy Sunday — and the world just feels a little more peaceful? Families are out biking, neighbors are waving, and there’s a sense of community you don’t find everywhere.
That’s exactly the feeling we want you to have when you walk into Palencia Dental.
Let’s be honest: most people don’t look forward to dental visits. They’re often rushed, impersonal, and leave you feeling like just another appointment on a long list. We’ve all been there.
But here? We do things differently.
We call it The Palencia Promise — and it means this:
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You’ll be greeted like family.
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You’ll be offered small comforts (yes, we’re serious about the cookies & wine).
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Most importantly, you’ll be heard.
Dr. Stephanie Kinsey built this practice on the belief that trust is earned, not assumed. We know dental anxiety is real. Whether you’re nervous about a procedure or embarrassed about how long it’s been since your last visit, we meet you where you are — without judgment.
We’re here to walk with you, not rush you.
And because we’re part of this community — attending the same events, supporting the same local businesses — we care deeply about the people behind the smiles. When you choose Palencia Dental in St. Augustine, you’re choosing a team that values relationships just as much as results.
Whether you’re searching for gentle dental care in Palencia, a trusted family dentist near you, or an anxiety-free dental experience, we’re here to help every step of the way.
Our invitation to you:
Come experience dental care that feels more like catching up with a friend than sitting in a sterile exam room.
That’s the Palencia Promise.
And we’re here for you.

DDS, University of Colorado, 1994. Chief resident at Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago. LVI Fellow. In practice since 1994, in Florida since 2005, focused on neuromuscular dentistry, TMJ, dental implants and airway health.