Serenity Dental Spa
Looking to find a dentist in San Francisco? When looking for a San Francisco dentist, we hope that you will consider scheduling an appointment with us. Dr. Shahabi and our staff at Serenity Dental Spa are dedicated to patients, creating an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable, relaxed, and at home. We understand that you have several local dentists to choose from, and our goal is to provide the best patient experience in the greater San Francisco area.
We accept CareCredit and Lending Point.
Serenity Dental Spa is located in San Francisco, California at:
345 California St #170
San Francisco, California 94104
Horario de apertura
- Domingo: (closed)
- Lunes: 8h-17h
- Martes: 9h-18h
- Miércoles: 9h-18h
- Jueves: 9h-18h
- Viernes: 8h-17h
- Sábado: 9h-15h
Serenity Dental Spa: Opiniones
Experiencia positiva: The Serenity Dental Spa is a great space to conquer your dental fears! The staff, Hygienic and dentist are supportive, helpful and none judgmental! They pay attention to all of the details and makes sure you leave confident in your dental health present and future!
Experiencia fantástica: Second time going to serenity. They always do a thorough job and when you have issues they work with you on treatment options so it fits with your budget. I have some recession on my gums and unlike my last dentist, they went over more affordable options then going right to a deep cleaning.
Experiencia negativa: Yesterday was my 2nd and final trip to Serenity Dental Spa. After arriving for my cleaning 15 minutes early, two patients who arrived after me, were taken into exam rooms before me. After starting my appointment 15 minutes late, I was consulted by Dr. Seah who used fear tactics to push every possible treatment that she could. The final straw was when the dental hygienist was jamming the dental floss into my gums causing them to bleed. Dr. Seah came back in and told me that the bleeding was due to deep bacteria. I'm a bit angry at myself for letting her convince me to get an augmentin treatment for $400 that, after my research, found that it's only used for infections that have not been responsive to previous treatment, that are severe, and/or acute. I wouldn't bother coming here, their entire business is based on upselling other services that they provide. I heard two other consultation while I was there where they were trying to upsell Invisalign...their diamond status for top invisalign slanging means a lot to them based on their constant pressure to get every patient a pair. Avoid this place for peace of mind and finance
Experiencia fantástica: Highly recommend! Great service and care!
Experiencia fantástica: Have been using this dentist for 20 years. Dr Shahabi and her staff have always done a great job on my teeth, and have been there even for a couple of last-minute emergencies. She is really an all-around great dentist, and treats all her clients extremely well. I would highly recommend Dr Shahabi and Serenity Dental Spa to everyone - and I have! Highly recommended. Great service. Five Stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ UPDATE 02/2026 - still the best!
Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been coming here for well over a decade! Ivan has been a phenomenal hygienist keeping my teeth clean and me honest! Dr Shahabi and Dr Seah are fantastic dentists!
Experiencia fantástica: Had a great experience with the compassionate and comprehensive staff at Serenity. Dr. Perez and Ivan took the time to explain everything related to my care in detail, and Dolly helped me feel comfortable through the scans. Thank you team!
Experiencia fantástica: Amazing team and practice that consistently provides a magical integration of technology and human touch. I used to hate going to the dentist and now I actually look forward to it. I cannot recommend Serenity Dental Spa highly enough.
Experiencia negativa: I signed up for a dentist appointment, but instead got a sales appointment. The people who work here are trained to think about what matters to you to get you to pay for expensive and unnecessary treatment. It is right in your face too. You are being talked at and sitting waiting 2x longer than you receive any care.
Experiencia fantástica: Great dental care ! Amila and Dr. Seah take great care of you and prioritize your health and wellness. I’ve never had a practice share so much vital information that benefits my overall wellbeing. Plus they don’t make you feel guilty for missing skipping the occasional floss!
Experiencia fantástica: Very caring providers who have been supportive as I’ve needed lots of care. Highly recommend!
Experiencia fantástica: Wonderful dental spa! Fantastic staff, very encouraging and always provides top tier care. Cleanings are pain free and staff are friendly. Highly recommended!
Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Shiela and Ivan were awesome
Experiencia fantástica: I had a very positive experience. The dentists were extremely professional, patient, and kind throughout the entire appointment. They took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure I felt comfortable at every step. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming. I truly appreciated their attention to detail and care. I would definitely recommend this practice to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate dental team.
Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been going to this dentist ever since I moved to SF. They’ve been incredible!
Experiencia fantástica: Great and conveniently located dentist! Ivan and Dr Seah always do an awesome job.
Experiencia negativa: Do not recommend. This practice coerces you into unnecessary procedures and treatments. They have an unfriendly staff who are not transparent about billing, insurance coverage, and scheduling. I was having a cleaning when one of the assistants stabbed me and caused pain. — Ok, accidents happen! — However, when I signaled with my hand that I was in pain, they dismissed me and said “just open your mouth.” Ridiculous. Literally go anywhere else. I have never had a bad dental experience in my 25 years before going to this practice. It’s giving money hungry — get out.
Experiencia fantástica: Great dentist! Definitely recommend coming here! Dr. Seah, Dr. Shahabi and the rest of the team are great!
Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been going to serenity dental SPA for a year now and they are great! Super nice, friendly, easy, and clean staff. Highly recommend!!
Experiencia negativa: This was my second experience with Serenity Spa. I visited once for a check-up and again for a deep cleaning. My first visit was frankly unpleasant. I went in expecting a routine annual cleaning and instead was subjected to repeated upselling of additional services, presented as largely covered by insurance but later turning out not to be. For an inexperienced customer, this felt misleading and uncomfortable. Another tactic I noticed was introducing add-on services mid-procedure, which puts the customer on the spot and makes it difficult to make an informed decision. For my second visit, I was much more cautious. I clearly stated what I wanted and did not want, and I carefully reviewed every document before signing. Despite this, I still ended up paying significantly more than the original estimate because an additional treatment, introduced mid-procedure and not covered by insurance, was presented as necessary. Being forced to decide during treatment, without time to research or consider alternatives, is not something I appreciate. To be clear, the quality of the treatment itself was very good. However, the overall experience, particularly the sales and billing practices, made the visit unpleasant and stressful.
Experiencia fantástica: Ivan is the best! He cleaned my teeth got rid of a few stains and was caring and gentle. He addressed all my concerns and was friendly and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend Ivan for your next cleaning.
Experiencia fantástica: Great dental experiences here over the past few years. Quick, efficient, and straightforward
Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Ivan did an amazing deep cleaning for me. He was very professional, gentle, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the entire appointment. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the clinic itself was spotless and well organized. Overall, it was a great experience and I truly appreciated the care and attention. I will definitely be coming back
Experiencia fantástica: The Dental Hygienist, Ivan, and the Dentist, Dr. Seah, were both very professional, accommodating, and very helpful and patient with my questions and concerns. They explained my dental situation in clear and easy to understand terms and I appreciate their care. The office staff were also very helpful and professional. Everything is clean and tidy, and the technology they used was interesting. I was able to see images and scans of all my teeth, which helped me better understand what I'm working with.
Experiencia fantástica: They’ve been my dentist for years through plenty of periodontal disease and dentophobia. They're all very conscientious about treatments and quality of care.
Experiencia fantástica: I love Serenity Dental! They are kind and attentive and it’s the nicest dentist office I’ve ever been in.
Experiencia negativa: From an administrative perspective, this is the worst dental practice in the city. I was a patient for one year (2022-2023), but switched practices due to the obnoxiously horrible billing system. I would randomly receive texts/letters in the mail months after my appointment with unpaid balances, and after paying those balances, would then receive additional letters/texts relating to the same appointment with more unpaid balances. The office never had a good explanation for the situation or resolution to the issue. The worst example of this (and the reason for writing this review January 2026): I went into their office in April 2023 to confirm that my account was fully paid and let them know that I would no longer be a patient at their practice, but just now receive a text with an outstanding balance of ~$30, which reminded of how horribly aweful it was to be a patient here. The dental professionals were average at best, and messed up the only major dental operation I did while seeing them (they messed up a crown on my molar, and I have not been able to floss between those teeth since). Save yourself the mind boggling confusion and stress of going here.
Experiencia negativa: Appointments went well but the whole office is trying to hustle you for money. They told me 2 of my crowns needed to be replaced, I need invisalign braces, some BS anti-bacteria treatment, and I forget what else. 10's of thousands of $$$$ of work that insurance doesn't cover. Then I recently had an appointment with another doctor with the exact same scanning machine (maybe newer) and they said none of those things were an issue. And on top of this I had Serenity re-attach a permanent retainer for $250 out of pocket and it came undone 3 months later. The dentists are decent enough but the whole office is out to scam you out of money for treatment you don't need. I will not be back.
Experiencia fantástica: Love the area in downtown San Francisco. The office is very nice. Staff is very welcoming and i was seen quick. New patient exam was easy and the assistant was very kind, xrays were quick and easy.I met the dentist Dr Seah, she was very kind and welcoming. She made me feel very comfortable. She explained every detail to me about my teeth and gums with photos and xrays. I was given many options rather then just stuck with 1 decision to figure out what was best for me. I felt comfortable and would recommend her for my own family and friends.
Experiencia negativa: This person should not be a dentist. This dentist wanted me to get a filling done (not even sure if they were honest about that) The job was done improperly. Composite material was put on my nerve. The dentist slightly fractured my tooth. (This was told to me by my next dentist). This led to tooth pain about a year later with a root canal required. 6 years later I needed to get the tooth pulled. I take great care of my teeth it is the only tooth I’ve had problems with. Stay away from this dentist they clearly are under qualified.
Experiencia negativa: I visited this office four weeks ago and requested my dental records, which I was explicitly promised would be sent within 48 hours. Unfortunately, a month has passed, and I have received nothing. I have attempted to resolve this by calling multiple times, only to be met with repeated assurances that the records are being sent, followed by zero action. Most concerning is the lack of phone etiquette; on several occasions, I was told, 'I will put you on hold,' only to be immediately disconnected. I have been patient, but this level of disorganization and lack of professional courtesy makes it impossible for me to recommend this practice. UPDATE I must express my profound disappointment and distress regarding the recent response from Serenity, which I found to be deeply hurtful given my personal circumstances. My original request was made a month ago, and the lack of progress has been incredibly taxing. During the time Serenity reportedly attempted to contact me by phone, I was attending my grandmother's funeral in East Africa—an extremely difficult and emotionally fragile time for me. I had previously and clearly communicated over the phone that due to the significant time difference, which Serenity should have noted from call recordings, I requested not to be contacted by phone. To have this crucial personal boundary disregarded during a period of intense mourning adds unnecessary injury to an already painful situation. It is disheartening that it has taken the public posting of a review to prompt any action. While I have now received some dental records, the effort put forth seems minimal and, frankly, unhelpful. The records provided are confusing and incomplete: 1. The file contains unlabelled photographs of my teeth that provide absolutely no context—there is no indication of which photo corresponds to which specific tooth. Same with the x-rays - no reference which side of the mouth each x-ray refers to. 2. Most importantly, despite the delay and the distress caused, I have still not received a comprehensive treatment plan. This entire situation has demonstrated a clear lack of care and attention. The continuous unresponsiveness to my emails only reinforces the impression that little effort is being made to resolve this matter or provide the necessary information. I am simply seeking clarity, completeness, and a basic level of professionalism that has been consistently absent. If Serenity truly wishes to resolve this frustrating situation, I propose we handle it privately and over email—however, that requires Serenity to actually respond to my outstanding emails.
Dear Areef, definitely not a month ago. We have tirelessly tried to contact you but you have not called us back. I think it’s best to call us back so we can help you. We record ALL of our calls and upon review, there what’s been nothing bad said. in fact, I was a bit confused by your request. Anyhow, please let us know how we can help moving forward: 415-576-9400 and ask for Maria.
Experiencia negativa: Pros Did a good teeth cleaning Con Told I have 5 cavities and need fillings. I don’t believe this and am going to get 2nd opinion as I had none in April (7 months ago) and was told my oral health is in great condition. It is possible to re-mineralize your teeth and improve tooth health with sodium fluoride toothpaste, brushing, avoiding sugar, over a few months which NO dentists in general will tell you as it won’t support their business. Try changing habits first before a filling. Read all of the reviews before booking and make your own judgement.
Dear Yael, thank you for correcting your review. We are more than happy to send your intra-oral pictures so you can see what we see. Could it be possible that your last Dentist didn’t see? I think it’s best if you see what we see and it’s really not rocket science, you will be able to distinguish yourself:) 99% of Dentists do recommend Floridated toothpaste, for moderation of use. too much Sodium Flouride does cause demineralization of the enamel. Must have a perfect balance, not too much and not too little:)
Experiencia fantástica: Amila is always looking after me at does (to my knowledge) a phenomenal job. Kind and very professional! I also met doctor Perez, I feel confident being taking care of with her, very knowledgeable and honest when it comes to diagnosis and treatment ! Happy to come back for my next appointment
Thank you soooo much for your kindness. We love Amila and Dr Perez:). your feedback means so much to us We look forward to seeing at your next visit:)
Experiencia fantástica: I highly recommend coming here to get your treatment. They help fix my teeth and everyone is nice and helpful.
Experiencia fantástica: The staff and dentist I saw were super nice, welcoming, and informative. They provided me with details of what was to come and what was being done. And were super caring for my well being. Thank you!
Experiencia fantástica: Had a great experience. Staff is nice and communicative.
Experiencia negativa: Possible fraud? I have PPO coverage, and my insurance claim was filed by the premier coverage dentist, Dr. Shahabi. I actually saw PPO coverage dentist, Dr. Seah. Insurance was incorrectly charged, seemingly on purpose. This in combination with them constantly trying to upsell and push unnecessary procedures led to a very unfortunate experience. I do not trust this office with my money or my teeth.
Experiencia fantástica: Been coming here since 2018 and I’ve been very happy with the staff and service :)
Experiencia fantástica: Great experience as always at Serenity Dental Spa. It's been great working with everyone there, from the staff, dental assistants, dental hygenists, including Ivan, and the doctors Seah, Araceli for all their help and assistance. Beyond grateful for tge experience and their expertise and professionalism. Very professional and friendly. I would definitely recommend them.
Experiencia fantástica: Been here a couple times, Great dentists, took very good care of me and explained everything thoroughly everytime!
Experiencia fantástica: Great experience! I have anxiety going to the dentist and they were so accommodating and lovely! Thank you Dr. Perez and the whole team!
Experiencia fantástica: I like this dental office very much. The dentist was gentle, professional, and truly caring, which made the whole experience stress-free. I really appreciated the little touches that made the appointment feel less clinical and more like a wellness experience.
Experiencia fantástica: They're very helpful with not letting me feel nervous, I'm so glad i came here , i would definitely recommend to a friend looking for a dentist
Experiencia fantástica: great office! very helpful and willing to answer any questions i had
Experiencia negativa: The lady that’s the manager there she is really rude. I overheard her talking very rudely to the staff the way how she talks made me uncomfortable. The staff I was working with was doing a really good job and I can tell they were very uncomfortable. I read the reviews but if anything they need new management. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! I wish I can give no stars for her….
Experiencia fantástica: I have a really big fear of dentist that I avoided them for at least 3 years. They took care of me and did some amazing deep cleaning on my right side.I didn't have to wait in the lobby for more than 2 min. 10/10 can't wait for my next visit to get my left side cleaned and to remove my wisdom tooth.
Experiencia fantástica: Best experience here at serenity dental spa. Front desk gives an immaculate experience. The doctors down to the hygienist are amazing!! They explain everything to you thoroughly and break everything down. Able to answer any questions if needed! I know everyone has their own experience but it is my high recommendation for you to come and receive care from this dentist! Thank you Dr. Seah for all that you have done and continue to do.
Experiencia positiva: The doctor I saw was great but the staff who do the polish and floss really don’t explain what’s happening before hand and that made me feel a bit nervous. I wasn’t talked through the beginning half of the service, but the doctor I saw who did my cleaning made up for that, he was great. Would return (and probably will), I just recommend that other staff are trained in talking through steps and procedures.
Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been going to Serenity Dental Spa for 5+ years because I know that I’ll be receiving consistently stellar treatment. Beginning with the organized administrative staff and followed by efficient (but thorough) care from the dental care team. Amila is my go-to caretaker but you’ll be in good hands with any of the staff members!
Experiencia fantástica: Been coming here for years - always great service for any issues, minor or not!
Experiencia fantástica: Excellent care, wonderful staff and fair prices. Easily the best in the city
Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Seah is so kind and personable !! Would recommend seeing her :)
Experiencia fantástica: Great office, very focused on patient comfort and bedside manner
Experiencia fantástica: Felt very comfortable through my entire visit and the front desk, dentists and entire staff were very sweet! Great office as well and nice and clean. Definitely relaxing experience with music, massage chairs. Great visit!!
Experiencia fantástica: I'm confused because there is no mention of the use of laser dental tools at this DDS yet the website explains how lasers are used. Are y'all's just enamored with the decor in the lobby area. I need a laser deep cleaning on tooth #12 and I have a side cavity on a molar discovered with a mouth camera at a different dentist. Id think laser dentistry would be the coolest thing around
Experiencia fantástica: This place is great and always had a great experience here with the dentist and BEST hygienist in town!!
Experiencia fantástica: I went a few times now, very professional. I appreciate the details and the great care and communication delivered by all the staff, the doctor as well as their team (specially Amila) are giving good advise will being reassuring.
Experiencia fantástica: They are quick and organized and the bathroom is super comfy/ you can use texts to sign up etc
Experiencia fantástica: Amazing! They told me everything they needed to be done and they have amazing communication
Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been coming here for a decade. They are super detail oriented, and have taken good care of my teeth during all this years. The staff is very friendly, and the facilities are super comfy and fancy!
Experiencia fantástica: If you’re looking for personalized & great care you have come to the right place. I always feel like I am in great hands an enjoy that the staff is very personable!
Experiencia fantástica: I have been coming here for years and consider myself a bit of a nightmare patient, the staff at Serenity are kind, patient, and take time to answer all my questions. Amila is my usual tech and she makes me feel so comfortable, like being with a friend.
Experiencia fantástica: Warm and welcoming had a great first time visit and plan to continue working with such a great team here at serenity dental spa
Experiencia fantástica: I had such a great experience at Serenity Dental Spa! The moment I walked in, I could tell how modern, clean, and thoughtfully designed the entire space is. They truly live up to the name “Serenity”, every time I am leaving, I feel taken care of and stress-free. Truly recommend if you’re looking for high-quality care in a peaceful, welcoming environment!
Experiencia fantástica: They were super dope!! Very honest but also chill!! And they don’t make you just figure it out either, they walk with you step by step which is great for someone like me going to dealing with the dentist by themselves for the first time. Wonderful people!
Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Seah was amazing. She was kind, non judgemental and patiently walked me through every step of the process. She also regularly checked in to see how I was doing though out the complex procedure. Highly recommended. Ivan likewise was great, explaining what he was doing and why along the way.
Experiencia fantástica: Hadn’t been to the dentist in 5+ years and was treated with kindness, reassurance and respect! Got the treatments and deep cleanings I needed promptly and feel like a have a new lease on my teeth!
Experiencia fantástica: I think Serenity is a very different kind of Dentistry office, one which promotes a calm spa like environment. They were behind schedule but did spend a lot of time with me to explain treatment and procedures.. Overall, I am very pleased and would recommend them to others.
Experiencia fantástica: They helped me understand everything very well. I was happy with the service as it stands !
Experiencia fantástica: Wonderful staff all around! The atmosphere and aesthetic is like no other dental office I’ve been to. Highly recommend.
Experiencia negativa: TLDR: It's been over a year and I still can chew on my left side without feeling pain. Went in for a cavity filling and left with extremely sensitive teeth (painful to chew), which is pretty normal for the first few weeks or so, however, a month later and the pain was still not going away. Anytime I put pressure on my left side fillings I felt sharp pain. I went in to have them correct this and the dentist shaved down more to correct the bite. This helped a little, but I told the dentist I was still feeling pain when I bit down. He told me this is "normal" and that it "can take a few months to get used to." Flash forward over a year later and I haven't been able to chew on the left side without experiencing pain. I understand that mistakes happen but I'm extremely bummed out, especially at being told that the persistent pain was normal.
Experiencia fantástica: Best dentist I’ve been too! So sweet and caring and very welcoming.
Experiencia fantástica: I have been going to Serenity Dental Spa for almost 20 years and have taken my kids since they were little. We have seen this office grow over the years. Dr. Shahabi is the sweetest.
Experiencia negativa: My appointment took 4 hours and most of it was them trying to upsell me. They tried to charge me 4K out of pocket for procedures that my insurance covers entirely. Run.
Hi Mark. We are so very sorry for your experience but you are not a patient of our practice, we do not have a Mark Muller in our Database......maybe you have been to another Serenity Dental Spa that is not affiliated with our practice?
Experiencia fantástica: Had a great experience getting my teeth whitened at Serenity Dental! The whole team was super professional and efficient – everything went smoothly and the results look amazing. Big thanks to Dr. Shahabi and the staff for making it such a comfortable and easy visit. Highly recommend!
Experiencia negativa: Single worst dental experience of my life Went in for a cleaning while I was traveling, and got pressured into getting fillings that I didn’t need. I had no tooth pain prior to visiting - after getting fillings from them, I’ve had tooth pain that has persisted to this day (over a year later). When I came back from traveling, my primary dentist had to go back and re-do the fillings, because they were already falling apart
Experiencia fantástica: Great environment staff are nice friendly, make you feel important remember your name and other details. The dentist also excellent knows they work care about your treatment plan helps you care for your teeth.
Experiencia negativa: Pros - The hygienist staff are kind and gentle. - the clinic helped me out when I needed help, and appointments were easily available Cons - very sales-y, pushy dentists, pushing Invisalign - said I have cavities and that it would cost $800 oop for fillings. I had 2 second opinions that confirmed I don't have cavities at all. Personally, I am grateful they helped me when I needed help - but I would avoid going here for general stuff.
Experiencia fantástica: First visit here was a success. They have the friendliest staff and the most experienced doctors. Will definitely be back here again!
Experiencia fantástica: Today was another wonderful experience At Serenity Dental Spa. I just love their office, top quality and professional staff and the overall experience!!!
Experiencia negativa: Friendly staff but they will literally try and sell anyone Invisalign. I didn’t believe the reviews before and thought they wouldn’t try that with me because I had braces 10 years ago and wear my retainers every night and regularly go to the dentist (missed one 6 month appt because was dealing with some awful family stuff) and this has NEVER been an issue. These people are just trying to make a quick buck. They also told me it would cost ~$200 for a new retainer (mine broke, only reason for the visit) when I first got to the office after SHOWING them the break and then after I declined Invisalign the retainers were now magically ~$1k. Makes sense right. Absolutely absurd will definitely never be going to this place again. People beware I will definitely be getting a 2nd opinion after coming here. Also to be clear (since they keep trying to contact me) my negative feelings have nothing to do with Linda the person I spoke with at the at the front who gave me the incorrect price for the retainers. I can acknowledge a mistake and that is fine, no hard feelings there. My issue with this place is that they seem to want to push unnecessary treatments. They told me I needed at least 4 different treatments that would amount to over $6k. Telling every single person they need Invisalign is insane. And furthermore telling me that basically everyone needs orthodontic work multiple times in their life is crazy when not a single other dentist has ever made a comment to me like that before. My family spent several thousands of dollars to get me braces when I was young. I’m not going to spend another $4.5k on an unnecessary treatment when there are other ways to fix teeth grinding. Anyway, I have my second opinion appointment next week and will update this review with their findings at that point. also no I will not consider removing my review (something they requested I do) because people need to be aware of businesses like this so they don’t get scammed out of thousands of dollars.
Experiencia fantástica: Amazing customer service and professionalism. Came in due to an emergency and the treatment was professional and thorough. Friendly staff as well!
Experiencia fantástica: Very friendly staff, checked in quickly and even with busy Friday and new client forms went by. Very detailed description of treatment plan and Invisalign options.
Experiencia negativa: Will be filing a complain to DCA against this business. I have been to this clinic 4 times, and have had a bad experience 4 out of 4 times. 1. Charged about $50 PPE fee - when inquired, they said this was for the Covid protection equipment - This is end of 2023, and no Covid PPE was used during my exam. When inquired I was told by the manager they might have 'forgotten' to remove this charge. 2. Was asked to pay for an x-ray that was done during the first appointment, and not covered by insurance as expected - totally fair, and the amount was paid, no questions asked. The office was short staffed, and the dentist attending to me kept going back and forth between different patients, leaving me waiting on the dentist chair for 35 mins with half of my mouth finished. However, after my appointment, Dr. Sheila Shahabi contacted me, very kindly explained the situation and promised me a better service next time. 3. I was told if I should considered getting invisalign. (I have done and already finished my invisalign treatment one year ago, had wired retainers attached to my teeth, and my teeth are in good orientation!) At this point I am not sure if any of the other problems and fixes I have been prescribed from here are genuine. At my third appointment, I was presented a bill, which included the xrays from my first appointment (please note that I already paid for it during my second appt), on my reminder, they could see that I did indeed pay for my xrays, but could not explain where my due amount . After 25 mins of reception staff, juggling various printouts and pondering over numbers, they reached out to the manager for help, who was 'in a meeting'. I was told I will be getting a call back from the office once they figure it out. No call came. I called back the office. The manager was 'still in a meeting', and the reception said, they were still 'working on it'. No follow up call . 4. At my fourth, quick (10 min follow up appt.), I had to wait 25 mins to be seen by a dentist. I inquired if my previous billing issue was resolved. Did not seem to recall any issues (this is a week from my last visit). They presented me the bill and told me the due amount was not from x-rays, but from my previous appointment. At this point I am not sure what I am being told is accurate, and feel the need to look at the numbers closely. The staff is unable to provide my with an itemized bill explaining my balance. The answers were vague, and I was told "if you do the math, you will get this number..". I am an engineer with a masters degree, I can do the math, if only they actually provide a proper record of my bills! On my insistence, reception staff told me that the manager is working on an itemized bill (not sure what needs to be 'worked' on to provide an itemized bill) Again, the manager was 'in a meeting'. I was asked I would be given a call back. No call yet. I believe this office is unethical, does not provide transparency on what is being charged, suggests problems which do not exist in order to charge you for services you don't need. I will be filing a complain to California Dental board, as well as department of Consumer Affairs. ** After telling them I want to close my account, and requesting for them to send me the itemized bill for my dues, the office has failed to provide me anything yet.
Experiencia fantástica: Been going here for 3 years now, love all the staff/doctors, and Dr Shahabi cares a lot about all her patients. Highly recommend!
Experiencia negativa: Definitely wouldn’t go here. I called to ask for rough costs of procedures, understanding that they can’t give me exact amounts before seeing me… as I would be traveling from 5 hours away with a toddler…. And they hung up on me telling me that “it sounds like a lot of work for them” to try to give me rough price costs to see if their services would even be in my budget. They didn’t even want to give the cost of an exam, saying that they would tell me the costs AFTER the procedures are done. What a scam.
Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful space, super friendly staff and very professional dental care. Highly recommended.
Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Seah provided tremendous service. Straight to the point and she got me a specialist referral and appointment within an hour of seeing me, whereas anywhere else I'd have been on a waitlist.
Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been going to this dentist a little over a year and having a great experience. Everyone is super attentive and thorough, and I’m really happy with the results. When I first started going here, it was my first time at a dentist in years, and the team was very understanding and non-judgemental, which was exactly the attitude I needed to turn things around. I’m so glad I’ve been coming here, and my teeth have never been healthier.
Experiencia negativa: Avoid this place at all cost. You can't trust this place. They overwhelm you wil a lot of bills and procedure that at the end are not needed. Plus, then they don't want to give you your money back. I went for my first visit and they pressured me so much to pay for a deep cleaning. I left, with tentative bills that added more than $9,000 and when I went to other dentists, I didn't need half of what they were telling my I had to do. I finished what I paid for, and it took me 6 months to get back the money my dental insurance was covering, because of course they made me pay everything at once. To get my money back was a nightmare. They were giving me excuses all the time and after several calls they even wanted me to go pick up the check even I told them I was recovering from a hip replacement surgery.
Experiencia negativa: I made the mistake of booking an emergency appointment here because a part of my tooth broke off. There are a few things that made my experience here uncomfortable: 1. I came in for an emergency appointment, but spent 2+ hours without any sort of temporary relief. They did many x-rays, photos, Invisalign scans and simulation (I did not ask for this), cleaning, coating, etc., which took so long. I only talked to the doctor for around 15 minutes, and she quoted me for a crown, but did not provide any temporary covering, or even any instruction on how to take care of my tooth in the meantime. 2. Every single person I talked to at the office, from the nurse, doctor, staff, to the hygienist, albeit being nice, tried to upsell me on Invisalign. I have never had any dentist tell me I have bite/contact/grinding issues nor have I experienced any symptoms, but they kept insisting that orthodontics will help with my bite and reduce potential cavities, which sounds questionable. 3. When asked about the material of the crown, they said they only use the best (the most expensive) with no alternative options, which is a red flag. I was given a huge quote on the crown, along with an even bigger, completely out of pocket quote on Invisalign when I HAVE NOT ASKED FOR THAT. 4. Apart from Invisalign, they try to upsell everywhere possible - prescription toothpaste, fluoride coating, gum antibiotics, all out of pocket. I know my dental health is not the best, but I felt like they took advantage of my “emergency” and vulnerability. I feel so stupid that I was pressured to pay so much ($600+ just today) and receive nothing I wanted. The more I think about it the stupider I feel. Please check reviews and avoid this place if possible, especially if this is your first dentist visit in a while.
Experiencia fantástica: Awesome dentists, everyone is very kind and careful with the teeth. I was informed about the way to proceed and will surely be back. The chairs are massage chairs!
Experiencia fantástica: I had a great experience during my first visit. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. Doctors explained everything very clearly. In one words my experience was absolutely fantastic and superb!!!
Experiencia fantástica: Amazing staff!! Had all my wisdom teeth extracted, with 0 pain and 0 discomfort and best part no PAIN for recovery. Dr. Shahabi was amazing. Highly recommend this practice. All staff is very friendly and supportive. Great practice.
Experiencia fantástica: Great service! Great new technology and very hospitable appointment. Would def recommend
Experiencia fantástica: The team is super friendly, efficient, and always makes me feel well cared for. Appointments are smooth and on time every time. Highly recommend!
Experiencia fantástica: Scheduled a first time cleaning and was able to get in the same week. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, made for a great experience
Experiencia fantástica: Great office! This was the most comprehensive cleaning I’ve ever had. Teresa and Dr Seah took care of me. They’re very kind and knowledgeable and it didn’t hurt at all!
Experiencia fantástica: Awesome experience! Best and most attentive dental treatment I’ve received as an adult.
Experiencia fantástica: I had almost cancelled my procedure for various reasons, but Dr. Seah somehow convinced me to go through with it, and I’m glad she did. I’m genuinely impressed with her knowledge, professionalism, and friendliness and especially the outcome of the procedure. Thanks again Dr. Seah!
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