I am in the process of having a tooth implant. Phase 1 is done. Putting in the post. Phase 2 adding…read morethe crown will be done in a few months. All is going well. Dr. Chew and her dental staff made sure I was comfortable and checking on how I'm feeling during the process. Her office staff took care of me as soon as I walked through the door. Friendly and professional.

Never in my life have I paid extra money for the flouride part of the cleaning. Doctor was all…read morerushed, talked fast, didn't show me any images while she was conveying to me what was going on. Just an overall subpar experience. Do not recommend.

October 9, 2021 I…read morehave been a patient of "Dr. Linna" for about 15 years. I have taken the time to read all the Yelp reviews because I was curious if other patients think as highly of her as I do. Well, it's pretty impressive when people take the time to say so many good things about a person so deserving to receive the accolades. Without any hesitation I endorse and ratify every review. So much of what I was prepared to write a book about has been said. Since at the time of this writing, mine is the most current review, I can say "nothing has changed" -- you're still talking about a 5-star dentist, assisted by a 5-star small staff -- and a special "shout out" to Joanne, who has been there 17 years manning the front desk, and is always friendly, very efficient and often knows what Dr. Linna is going to say before she says it. But let me add a few things not mentioned in the other reviews. Start with courage. To leave her country of birth -- the USSR/Ukraine -- where you are born, raised, educated and working as a decreed mechanical engineer, to immigrate to the U.S. with very little other than a college education, and to start over by attending dental school in San Francisco, and then after sufficient practical experience to establish her own private practice as an entrepreneur, takes guts and lots, and lots of hard work and the willingness to take risk. To do all that, overcoming so many obstacles, but not to have it harden you, and, indeed, to end up being one of the kindest, warmest, most empathetic and FUNNIEST people I have ever known, is absolutely extraordinary. And, no pun intended, but she's patient, for I'm the type of patient that asks questions and likes to get a summary of what she intends to do before she begins her work. And then, like the confident yet modest expert she is, she provides me with the big picture and then all the details, right on down to the cellular level at times. I've never had a dentist or doctor who sincerely cared so much about me as an individual patient and was so focused was on providing the best treatment possible.

Took great care of my family for 20 years. I will never forget being pregnant while sitting on your…read morechair, with baby kicking, 17 years later we have to find someone else. Impossible to find anyone close to Linna. Thank you for the very special care you gave to my family Linna. We are still on the hunt, and if possible your personal recommendation? Joanne, Linna's right hand, we knew her even longer, before Linna took over the practice.. your both irreplaceable, we miss you, although I'm sure my many times of avoidance makes it hard to beleive! lol please reach out for recommentdations for my 17 year old (JD)

Dr Peggy Ambus has been my dentist for a number of years and I truly trust her. She and her staff…read moreare knowledgeable, kind, friendly and most importantly SHE really knows her stuff. I trust her and my three grown kids go to her for their dental needs. Her dental hygienists are very thorough and do a great job. There's always lots of parking. By the way - I HATE needles and shots - she has a way with them that they really don't hurt that badly. If you dislike dentist offices try Dr. Ambus. A loyal customer. Teresa

Great Dr!! Cares, understands and takes time. Office is clean staff is friendly. Recommend this…read moreplace

So normally I'm not the biggest fan of going to the dentist, let alone writing a review about a…read moredentist. However, I had such a great first experience with Dr. Vasanth and Paola that I have to give credit where credit is due. My first visit was just for a routine cleaning, and the scheduling + new patient forms were all quite easy to do on their website. I also received a few reminder texts in the days leading up to the appointment. From the get-go, it was evident Dr. V and Paola had taken the time to properly review my insurance plan, as they made recommendations for x-rays and upcoming visits based on my plan benefits and timing. Paola also pointed out fluoride was not covered by my insurance before asking me whether I wanted it or not for my cleaning - this attention to detail and transparency is above and beyond what I've experienced at other dentists. As for the cleaning itself, Dr. V handled it thoroughly and with a gentle touch, while consistently checking throughout to make sure I was comfortable. She has a very bubbly, friendly personality and is super easy to talk to as well. Overall, just a very pleasant experience and I'm so glad I found this place to be my team for all things dental.

I just moved to the area and was looking for a new dentist when I came across Millbrae Smile…read moreCenter. The journey from intake, scheduling and then to my actual appointment was sooo seamless. I want to commend the staff at Dr. Vasanth's office for their friendliness and efficiency. You are the best!! I am absolutely thrilled to have found Dr. Vasanth as my new dentist! From the moment I walked into her office, I was greeted with a level of warmth that immediately put me at ease. She was not only knowledgeable, but also incredibly caring and attentive. Before getting started she took time to get to know me as a person (never had I experienced this before), which was a meaningful for me. Then, she took the time to listen to my concerns. I felt confident that I was in good hands throughout the entire appointment. I highly recommend Dr. Vasanth and the Millbrae Smile Center for your next appointment.

I've been going to see Dr. McCarthy for as long as I can remember. She is kind, gentle, thorough,…read moreand very patient. She will take excellent care of your teeth. Fondest memory: When I was young, and had to have a tooth pulled, she gave me a BEANIE BABY to make me feel better! Beyond being a great dentist, she is one of the nicest people you will ever meet. If you're in the market for a new dentist, or maybe your dentist just doesn't even compare to this awesomeness... schedule an appointment and get them pearly whites all polished up by the best dentist in town!

I wish there was a 6 star rating because Dr. McCarthy deserves more than 5 stars…read more Read the other reviews carefully. The same things keep coming up...kind, gentle, thorough. I would add that she is also a perfectionist which is a darn good thing in a dentist. I have had other dentists who have a hard time working on my mouth because of my small jaw. Some dentists have been very impatient. Not Dr McCarthy. She is so consistently kind and patient that I never worry about my appointments. She shares the office with her brother Dr Tim McCarthy who I'm sure is equally as great. I have seen him helping a daughter get her very elderly mother (his patient) in the car after her appointment. Kindness seems to be a family trait. I used to work at a think tank at Stanford University. We had visiting scholars from around the world. Many times they would have a need for emergency dental work and I always recommended Dr McCarthy. They were always happy with her work and the prices... One of my cohorts also switched from her high priced dentist to Dr Eileen and has been ecstatic with her work.

Over the past year I have had many visits with Dr. Tina Yoo at her new practice that she bought…read morefrom Dr. Linna. I was a previous patient of Dr. Linna. This place is state of the art. Beautiful office with very tech equipment too. Sandy her hygienist is a excellent addition to her Staff too! I will continue my huge treatment plan here as the care is very high level. Dr. Yoo cares about trying to make her patients happy and is willing to talk about different treatment plans despite her very busy schedule. She will make time for all your questions and concerns. I have older teeth now and there are lots of challenges. Lots more to fix. Also a tight budget at times. We are making this work one tooth at a time. The other office Staff is also very friendly and helpful. Thank you very much, Jeanne

Dr. Tina Yoo is supremely knowledgeable, thorough, patient, gentle, caring, cutting edge, and…read moregenerally unmatched in her ability and expertise. I became her patient by default when my previous dentist sold her practice, and I can't believe my extraordinarily good fortune at landing in Dr. Yoo's proverbial lap! Serenity Dental lives up to its name without remainder. Any fears or worries about my middle-aged mouth that I bring to her office Dr. Yoo assuages completely. I've never trusted a dentist with my teeth--or my whole self, really--so much before. Dr. Yoo is simply magnificent! And her whole staff is a pleasure to interact with.

I continue to be impressed with Dr. Yu. I had my cleaning today (2nd visit) to this practice and…read morehe notices an area of my mouth were the guns "aren't very healthy" just as he noted in the first visit. Dr. Yu proceed to clean the area paying particular attention to the unhealthy areas when all of a sudden, everything stopped suddenly. Dr. Yu grabbed a piece of gauze, pulled something out of my mouth, looked at it for 30 seconds and said a tooth fragment left from my wisdom tooth extraction was irritating my gums and causing them to be unhealthy. For context, the wisdom teeth came out 15-20 years ago and numerous dentists over the years were not able to figure this out. I've even been told that I may just have bad gums and tooth loss in the future are possibilities. Pretty wild Dr. Yu was able to figure this in 2 brief visits when nobody else was able to solve this for the last 15-20 years.

I started coming to Dr. Yu since 2022. I came here for regular cleaning given that I have no issues…read morewith my teeth otherwise. During each of my visits Dr. Yu and his staff would push for an X-ray. I have disclosed that I am physician myself and I do not like to take or have taken X-rays without clinical indication. On my last visit (03/2024) Dr. Yu and his team tried again to force me to agree to an X-ray. I was told if I don't have an X-ray taken I cannot come to this dentist office again. He will basically kick me out. I repeated that I am physician and have zero indication for an X-ray. To prove his point, he took what felt like the metal handle of one of the instruments and hammered on each and every tooth of mine. This was very uncomfortable, but zero pain. He was firm that he won't accept me as patient if I don't have an X-ray taken. I have attached a summary of the guidelines from the American Dental Association (ADA) and the guidelines are very clear: 1) there is no fixed recommended frequency 2) as low as reasonably achievable 3) based on findings from patient history and clinical examination So, NO! based on ADA guidelines I do not need an X-ray. Instead of following ADA guidelines, Dr. Yu follows his financial guidelines and wants me exposed to unnecessary X-rays just to cash in. I can't recommend this dentist at all!

I was a patient of Dr Scott Halsted for 25 years. Scott and his team were amazing.. a Dentist…read morephob.. due to some botched work as a kid.. Scott and Linda helped me over my fears and I looked forward to visiting the dentist.. Sadly Scott retired and Linda, others left. Josh took over the practice.. I cracked a tooth.. it took 3 months to get in.. When I finally got in.. Josh took impressions for the crown.. then placed the crown 3 weeks later. Unfortunately the crown he put in had a hole that had been sealed from the outside. (discovered from another dentist).. and overall poorly fitted due to gap with adjoining tooth constantly trapping food.. Was he rushing or just cutting corners with the process.. or a gross lab error.. I have no idea.. but I find it very difficult to believe he didn't see the defect before cementing in the crown. When I brought to his practices office attention.. I asked for my money back.. at least my out of pocket... which was just less than $1000.. He offered instead to replace the crown for free. I thought why would I ever get in your chair again... so sorry to leave this negative review.. but people need to know.. his office staff is great..

I've gone to Dr. Froerer ( pronounced like thrower but with an "f" for "th") for a few years now…read more He's replaced a couple of very old fillings and I felt no pain. I really appreciate that the practice has dental hygienists. Fabi cleans my teeth with a variety of methods including hydro-sonic and scraping ( with water) with tools. Again, very little pain and I have sensitive teeth. I highly recommend this DDS and hygienist Fabi! Updated April 2025- still highly recommend!

Dr. Kristine Zung is amazing & has a genuine passion for her patients. I am truly grateful for her…read moreskill & problem solving expertise.

Dr. Leung is such a dear and lovely dentist/human. He is very meticulous about the work and his…read more"craftsmanship". I have been a client of his for 1.5 years. His cleaning are the best I have ever experienced. I had a crown replaced by dr. Leung and he did a spectacular job. The crown itself got created using his 3D method and was delivered the very next day! I highly recommend Dr.Leung if you are looking for an experienced dentist who does a terrific job and has a lovely warm personality too!!!!!!

Great experience at Dr. Wong's. What really stands out is the level of care and honesty. I never…read morefeel pressured into unnecessary treatments, and I appreciate how thorough and patient-focused the practice is. The office has a welcoming atmosphere, runs efficiently, and the staff always go out of their way to make each visit a positive experience. If you're looking for a dentist who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly cares about his patients, I highly recommend Dr. Wong. It's easy to see why so many people speak so highly of this practice.

Had my quarterly dental cleaning with Virginia. She is great! Met Dr Wong who is taking over Dr…read moreLipton's practice. He also has worked in the area for a number of years. Seems really friendly, interested in clients feedback and clearly likes rock music as there is a guitar with music in the waiting room. He has excellent reviews on yelp and a great educational background. His front desk person is very articulate, friendly and very customer focused. I am sure he will do well in his new office!