Been seeing Dr Doan for like 10-15 years now. He's kind, funny and patient. I even take both of my kids there also and he's so good with them. They even have toys and books in a little kiddie area waiting room, it's so cute! He can do all the cosmetic stuff as well as crowns or what have you. But he does a great job on the cleaning and his staff is all so sweet and friendly. Such a change from some businesses out there. read more

Dental Design - Cosmetic Dentists Near Me - Pasadena, California

I had a great experience with Dr. Doan and the staff in the calm environment! Everyone is very nice and professional. Awesome combination!

Dr. Doan and his team are terrific. Kind, caring, through, gentle, efficient. They also have a great self-payment program as I'm self-employed and choose not to have dental insurance - this is a terrific alternative! They were recommended by friends who are long-term patients and I'm so glad I took their referral. Street parking is usually easy around the corner on Catalina (free for two hours) but they also have a parking lot with a handful of spaces on Catalina, just across Green Street. read more

Literally the women with the curly hair is so rude. I would not come here for my dental services. Also parking here is terrible.

Dr. Nhien is AWESOME. Very compassionate, caring, and patient. The front office staff, dental assistant, and environment are warm and inviting especially for those who may be afraid of dental work. I have been receiving care at Dental Design for over 20 years and highly recommend to all. read more

amazing care and entirely welcoming staff !!!! thank you so much on behalf of our family !!!!!

I had no time to see a dentist for a very long time and when I moved to LA decided to try my new dental plan. The dentist said I needed deep cleaning (i.e. needles involved) and tried to up-sell me veneers with a financing plan. He quickly lost me with his car sales approach. Several years later my gums and teeth became very sensitive. I saw the Dental Design office while walking my dog near Green and Lake, and took a chance. Dr Doan took the time to work with me on a plan for deep cleaning and to fix my many cavities. He seemed professional and his office a happy place...so I agreed. I naively asked if needles are involved. He stated the obvious. In my head I screamed "I'm out!", while I smiled with many years of damage and scheduled the appointment. I even asked if we could do the work without aesthetic. He really is a nice guy. Fast forward: My teeth pleasantly (if possible) became and continue to be healthy, I don't dread dental work as much and have been going to him for 12 years with zero up-selling. I recently chipped a tooth and instead of an opportunity to charge he has worked with me on keeping an eye on it. He and his staff crack me up each visit with their banter while working. I'm unclear if it's for my benefit but I feel like I'm listening to Public Radio. Unfortunately one year because of a new job I missed that he doesn't take HMO and tried a family friend dentist. A cap got popped off where I was charged to have it repaired, and then he tried to up-sell me on veneers and braces. I skipped seeing dentists that year until I was back on PPO with Dr. Doan. Recently I got family and close friends who are dentists. I can easily have had a lot of work done for free but I'm sticking to Dr. Doan. Not only for his great work but because he has seen and been cool about something I never want them to see. It's my look of terror and being on the verge of tears since I still haven't gotten over needles. read more

We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Dr. Doan! My hubby and I have been with Dr. Doan for a few years now, and we couldn't be happier. Dr. Doan is calm, peaceful, kind, smart, and so genuine. He has that classy, gentlemanliness about him, and if you have met him just once, you'd know exactly what I'm talking about. Btw, don't let his youthful looks fool you, he's got MANY yrs of experience as DDS (check his USC diploma on the wall, haha). One thing we love about this office is that you really get personal attention from him. You'd notice that he doesn't book multiple patients at once, and he doesn't have hygienists because he cleans your teeth himself! Dr. Doan doesn't go from room to room only for a few minutes, and he doesn't see another patient until he's done with you. How many dentists do that? None! Tip: because he doesn't double-book, you need to be on time, otherwise his subsequent appts may be pushed back/delayed. We trust him completely because he's never steered us wrong, and the one time I strayed from his recommendations, I had nothing but problems, which I regret to this day... *sigh* I spoke so highly of him that my friend and her hubby drive all the way from Fullerton to Pasadena to see him. If you're looking for a classy, smart, competent, and honest dentist who gives you full attention during your visit, Dr.Doan is the man. A true gem of Pasadena--thank you, Dr. Doan! read more

Amazing! Everyone is so nice and Dr. Doan goes above and beyond. Truely just want to thank him and his staff once again

A friend of mine referred me to Dr. Doan. I was a bit weary at first since there were only two reviews on Yelp and one of them gave them a 1 star review.....but I went anyway. The front desk clerk/assistant was really nice and friendly, the office was bright, clean and very modern. Dr. Doan evaluated my x-rays and provided me with a comprehensive assessment on my teeth. He was nice and very professional. I'm definitely coming back here. Even though one review was not pleasant, I'm so glad that I took the chance and went here. read more

I have been going to Dr. Doan for years and I have to tell you, he's the BEST! He knows that my teeth are sensitive and it hurts when I have cold water sprayed on my teeth. What does he do? Switches the water on the tank, so that my water is comfortable. His old Dental Assistant, Danny, who sadly has left him was my saving grace. They understood that I don't like to see the needle when getting a shot, (which one time I opened my eyes right before the needle came in and Dr. Doan quickly hid it behind his back) HELD MY HAND and STROKED IT, so I was comfortable. This is exactly how I would want my child to be treated if he was just as nervous. I have always and always will recommend Dr. Doan to everyone. I recommended him to a friend years ago, and again, he raved about Dr. Doan's professionalism and care. I cannot recommend him enough. He's incredible. If you're a confident dentist goer, or a little apprehensive, Dr. Doan is the Dr. for you! Amazing! read more

Professional and courteous staff, knowledgeable dentist, keeps current. Love the ambiance, very easygoing makes it comfortable... love the chair can fall asleep but geez had to go back to work! Also, Dr Doan did not push me about any treatments if there weren't necessary.... especially in this economy! read more

Dr. Doan has been nothing but honest and professional with my whole family. He's been treating my husband and I for about 6 years, and now he sees our little boys. They really respond to him. Hes' gone above and beyond with our more difficult child. I think that Ami D. saw a different doctor, because your review is nothing like our Dr. Doan. There is only one little TV, and it's the one you watch while being treated. As for a Rolex, I've never seen him wear one. We're not going to stray from this dentist! He and Danny are really great! read more

Dr. Doan does all of the work himself and this results in top notch work. I've also never had to wait more than a couple minutes in their waiting room. They are always prompt and friendly! read more

Dr. Doan is amazing ! My previous childhood dentist was sooo terrible and caused me to have bad dental anxiety. Thank God he retired recently which forced me to finally seek a new dentist. Dr. Doan came highly recommended by a few people close to me. All my dental anxiety was cured after my initial screening with Dr. Doan. My seemingly big dental issues seemed so minor to him which made me feel comfortable with his practice. He has practical fixes for my needs and has taken a more conservative route with my dental plan unlike my previous dentist who was going to unnecessarily have me paying thousands of dollars for things that should have been a very last resort option. I use to be so embarrassed of my smile due to large white spots on my front teeth that developed when they initially grew in as a child . I NEVER smiled showing my teeth. After just 2 visits with Dr. Doan I smile bigger than ever because i have no more white spots ! My teeth are so pretty now and i haven't spent much of anything. Thanks for helping to restore my confidence by making my teeth look pretty!! My biggest regret is not finding him sooner. read more

Been going to Dental Design for about 17 years and have not even considered going anywhere else. Caring end professional staff, clean and great service. read more

Dr. Doan is the best! If you want the personal attention, care and honesty that is missing from most dental offices these days this is the place to go. He's great with my sons (8yrs) & (5yrs) and takes the fear out of going to the dentist. My 5 year old accidentally knocked his two front teeth completely loose and Dr. Doan had to remove them without much drama. He always looks out for the comfort of his patients and doesn't recommend anything that isn't necessary. The office is clean and well equipped and there is never a long wait. He is knowledgeable, trust worthy and we will be going to him for years! read more

i found dr. doan's marketing brochure in my mail and decided to give it a try. This was around 2006. Dr. Doan did my cleanings and checkups since then, but the problem happened when he started getting me to buy into his invisalign treatment. By nature, my teeth are very beautiful, i have a nice smile, and it's pretty perfect. The bottom row, however, has developed some crowding due to a crown that he placed unproportionately too large. Over the years this crown has caused my bottom teeth to move in and crowd in. So, problem1: placing a crown, Dr. Doan failed to obtain correct measurements and the correct size of the crown, mislpacing my teeth and causing crowding. Unfortunately, what happened while he tried to correct this problem was much worse ! read my next review ! problem 2: as he started on the invisalign treatment, he suggested "small" adjustments to my teeth and I said I didn't want my teeth to be drilled, resized or "shaved" in any manner. So, he suggested drilling the crown instead and making space between the teeth that way. I agreed. So, he took a bur and proceeded to drill the crown. When he was finished, I brought my tongue to feel my tooth and to my astonishment what i sensed was that 1/4 of my real tooth was gone ! 1/4 of my tooth was gone! he drilled the natural tooth instead of the crown against the promise he just made to me 30 seconds before drilling ! now i have a huge gap between my natural tooth and the crown, and having paid $5000 and gone thru the invisalign treatment this gap is still there! to restore the crown to close the gap is about a $1,000 as i just got an estimate from another dentist, and i will never go to Dr. Nhien Doan dentist again! and my natural tooth ??? well there is no money in the world that can bring my tooth back... read more

I write this brief review as a long-term patient of Dr. Doan. I'm 71 years old, and was a patient of several dentists over the years. There is no question in my mind that Dr. Doan is by far the best, most conscientious, meticulous, and altogether best dental doctor that I could possibly recommend to anyone. I feel lucky to have encountered Dr. Doan and his quiet, deep competence and care. My only regret is that I should have met Dr. Doan earlier! Alex V. read more

A friend recommended Dr Doan to me years ago and we couldn't have been happier. My wife, Sara, and I have been regulars ever since. He's not just terrific at what he does, he's an absolute pleasure to be around. And every person who has worked for him over the years has been kind and efficient. Nobody likes going to the dentist, but, when your dentist is Dr Doan, it's "painless". ;-) read more

been going here for 5 years and I could not be more happy....another professinal dentist saw Dr Doans work in my mouth and said it was top notch. all I know is after not going for 15 years I have not fear of the Dentist and look forward to see Danny and the Dr. read more

Doan has good bedside manner, but he ignored the toothache I came in with and gave me a $10,000 treatment plan. $10K and I keep my toothache. Also, his prices are a third higher than others in Pasadena. It must be because his exclusive office is next door to a bikini waxing massage parlor kind of place. read more

dr. doan is reliable, friendly, and effective at dentistry.

Dr Doan is a friendly guy who puts me at ease. I've only needed checkups and cleanings here. On the positive side I guess that means he did not recommend unnecessary work. He does the cleaning himself. The office staff are friendly. I have good insurance that has covered everything, so I can't really comment on pricing. read more

Just had a regular cleaning done at Dental Design. Was very impressed by the staff and Dr. Doan. Who likes going to the dentist? Not I. However, Crystal at the front desk was extremely friendly and the conversing with her eased my anxiety. Danny the dental assistant was very friendly as well and knowledgable in what he was doing. He took the time to explain what X-Ray he was taking and was extremely patient. Having a digital X-Ray monitor was a nice touch as well. You can see the X-Ray right after it's taken. Dr. Doan was extremely knowledgable and took the time to explain areas of my mouth where buildup was worse. I was very impressed to see the actual dentist do my cleaning rather than a dental hygienist. Overall, I was very impressed with Dental Design and their staff. They made my dental cleaning both a positive experience and a comforting one. I will definitely return to Dental Design for my future dental needs. read more