First, I really do not enjoy going to the dentist. I've had multiple cavities throughout my childhood and get anxiety every time I go. I first saw Dr. Lee two years ago for a cracked tooth. I had avoided going for some time so there was some definite decay on the tooth. After my X-ray, he was very honest about the different possibilities of treatment. We would try a crown first, but if it were to cause more problems a root canal was a possibility. I came back a week or so later to put in the crown. Like I said, I fear these procedures and had told Dr. Lee about my concerns. He was helpful and really walked me through the process, he was able to identify when I needed to be numbed more before I even said anything. All in all it went as great as putting in a crown can go. During the last part of the procedure when you remove the temp crown and put in a new crown numbing is not always necessary, he recommended I still get it knowing I hated the shots. The tooth was very close to nerve and I was so glad I got numbed because it would have been terrible if I didn't. I'm glad I listened to his advice, but he did give me the option as he knew I hate the shots for numbing. This small act really showed he cares for his patients. He recommended I wear a night guard as I had some evidence of grinding. He warned that if I didn't, there would be a possibility the crown would crack as I had another crown underneath on the bottom row. Fast forward to today, my crown had chipped. I hadn't been wearing the nightguard... Food was getting stuck and it was starting to get sore. I made an appointment, which they were even able to reschedule to a sooner date. The staff was aware I wanted to come early as possible and even remembered my time constraints (I have very strict work hours). I came in and had my cleaning, and Dr. Lee checked it out and was able to fix my crown painlessly and quickly! He gave me a couple of options, we went with the option that would be painless, but still effective and long lasting. I was relieved and so happy if the fix. He warned me of some possible upcoming consequences of not wearing the nightguard. His warning two years turned out to be true so I will definitely be wearing my nightguard every night now! He is very knowledgeable and credentialed in his fields. I also suffer from TMJ and the nightguard has been helpful. Dr. Lee is sincere and connects with patients. He cares about them and is very clear in communicating with them. I even overheard a fun conversation he was having with a younger patient next to me. If you hate going to the dentist, Dr. Lee is definitely someone you should go see! read more

Dr Lee is attentive to details. I commented that i really liked the G.U.M. toothbrush and he remembers to order them for next inventory and i got it again on my next dental cleaning. read more

I moved here from Southern California last and was worried it was going to be difficult to find a replacement for my long time dentist of 10+ years. I have terrible TMJ and needed a new bite guard. Dr. Lee and his staff were able to help me with my TMJ & it ended up costing less than expected! #win read more

What separates great professionals from good professionals are the little things that they do. Dr. Lee and his front office staff has exemplified this in every regard during my visits to them. I came in to get my wisdom teeth pulled and had nothing more than previous yelp reviews to go on to make my decision to come to his office. Dr. Lee is extremely professional and takes great care in explaining in detail the procedure and risks involved and was very patient in making sure all my questions were answered. I also can't speak enough of how wonderful their front office staff is. They took care of all my insurance issues without a hitch and were very transparent with what my insurance plan covered. What blew me away was how accommodating they were. Originally, Dr. Lee's next available time for my procedure was not for another two weeks. After I explained that I had to return to school out of state in that time frame, they told me that they would call around to see if they can shift around time slots to accommodate my schedule. They called me not 15 minutes after I left the office and told me they were able to squeeze me in the next day. This only shows how much they care about their customers new or old. As for the procedure, I have nothing but good things to say. He constantly checked on me during the procedure and cracking light-hearted jokes throughout to maintain a relaxed atmosphere. Dr. Lee also made sure to personally call me the next day to make sure I was feeling OK and to answer any additional questions I may have. I highly recommend Dr. Lee and I am sure this won't be the last visit I make to his office. read more

I love Dr. Lee and Dr. Hwong. They're really professional at what they do and take excellent care of you from start to finish. They've expanded and are here to take care any and all issues one may have. Thank you and I look forward to coming back. Also Ms. Gazelle the account manager is really good at explaining everything as far as what insurance covers and not. Thanks again read more

Like having a personal dentist. Ok one reason I created a yelp account is to review Dr Lee. I initially went there to get a teeth whitening done through a promotion BUT was quickly surprised that Dr Lee himself email me, not once but over 10 or so time each time thorough and caring. I seriously felt like I had a personal dentist. He unlike many many other dentists is non pretentious and really try to understand my needs but also recommend me what he thinks. He also did an amazing, creative, way to get me teeth whiten that I jokingly labeled poor's man veneer. I'm glad I found this place and it has help me tremendously beyond my expectation. Seriously, Dr Lee if you are reading this, I'm extremely grateful and thank you for listening and helping me when other dentists would've just brush me off. read more

I loveeee this dentist office. It is very clean and everything was an easy process. Sabrina found me an appointment perfect for my schedule and explained each procedure needed clearly. She also let me know when a sooner appointment was available and a better time for me. Dr. Joseph lee is very knowledgeable and kind. All of the nurses are kind, helpful and do their work quickly and efficiently. I also brought my 9 year after taking her to a Children's dentist and she too loved it. She expressed they were quicker and did not "hurt" compared to her past experiences. This is our new home office :) read more

I had a great experience at Dr. Lee's office! I recently went in to get cavity fillings. His staff was professional and friendly. As soon as we entered the office we were greeted warmly, even though we were late to our appointment. He explained the procedure to me and then gave me the anesthesia. The whole procedure was relatively painless and due to his professionalism and warm demeanor, I will return for any dental work in the future. read more

Everyone is suuuuuuper nice here. At times it felt like I was at Disney Land, until I went on the chair and was reminded that I wasn't. But I couldn't have asked for a better experience at a dentist, so thank you! read more

I've been seeing Dr. Lee for almost a year now. The staff are very nice, and pleasant. Dr. Lee has great bedside manners, and is very professional. He is upfront about whether or not he can help with your problem, and takes the time to explain the treatment procedures. Highly recommended. read more

I don't normally leave review but i think it is an opportunity for people to see the real review. Dr lee is very detailed and professional and educate you about what you have. It seems like he goes to seminar every month to educate himself so it is huge ++ In my opinion. He is really gentle and not aggressive comparing to other dentists that i've been to. I highly recommend him read more

Dr. Lee and his staff are great! They always make sure you're comfortable. I've always been scared to go to the dentist and it's caused a lot of issues. Dr. Lee has made me feel comfortable and made sure it was easy to go through the process. read more

Just started coming to Dr. Lee's office last month. We moved from west Los Angeles and were looking for a good dentist/ hygienist. We received his name a friend and after reading his reviews here, we close used to book appointments. This office is thorough and professional. Tiffany is a wonderful hygienist and does a great job of explaining all your problem areas as well as how you can improve on them through your dental routine. Dr. Lee was knowledgable and comprehensive with his assessment and recommendations. I appreciate that they give you the cost of their care before you move ahead, especially when things will come out of pocket. We're very satisfied with their service. read more

I recently switched my dental insurance and have heard about Dr. Lee through a mutual friend. The entire staff is very welcoming and completely changed my dental experience. I wanted braces and Dr.Lee explained my choices, the entire procedure, and after care. The assistant Kevin made sure I was comfortable throughout the procedure and they both made me laugh. They answered all my questions and were very kind. I recommend this place 10/10. read more

All the staffs here are very nice. Dr. Lee cares for his patient. He extends his time to make sure the procedures are done properly. He gives extra time to make sure your questions have all been answered. I recommend this clinic because of the quality of service and the character of the staffs. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Lee and his staff for five years, since I first came to the bay area. Him and his staff are great. I highly recommend them. read more

Dr. Lee and his staff are absolutely terrific. While I don't really mind going to the dentist at all, I would definitely recommend Dr. Lee for anyone who tends to be fearful. He is very gentle and continually expresses concern about the comfort of his patient. He even called in the evening after some major work to make sure I was feeling okay! Dr. Lee also made we aware of my nighttime grinding so that it could be addressed. If you are looking for great care from a compassionate staff, give Dr. Lee a try! read more

I was referred to Dr. Lee by a coworker. I've been to the office twice for extended work. Dr. Lee is GREAT. He works quickly, and completely, fastidious about details. His hygienists are great, happy, and do great work as well. The office runs efficiently, if someone doesn't have an answer, they'll get it AND remember to come tell you. Dr. Lee tells you what he's going to do before he does it, he works well with his staff. Dr. Kwang pitched in a couple of times and she is great as well, patient, answers questions, and a sure hand!! Highly recommend!! read more

I've visited twice now, once for a cleaning and once for a wisdom tooth removal. Dr. Lee shows you your x-ray on his computer and explains in detail what's wrong and what he's doing to fix it. I really appreciate that he doesn't just make you take his word for it, like most other dentists I've visited. read more

I really enjoyed my checkup with Dr. Lee this week (well, as much as you can enjoy going to the dentist). I had not been to the dentist in quite some time and knew the news was not going to be great. Even so, Dr. Lee was patient and non-judgmental when explaining the state of my teeth, and I was even able to see the issues close up, as he had a high-definition camera handy to take closeups of the teeth in question. I also really liked that while I was having my exam done, he was able to show me hi-res pictures of my x-rays as well, so that I could understand what was going on. Dr. Lee was delightful to talk with and he explained everything to me very clearly. I'm very pleased to have found such a wonderful dentist. read more

Haven't been to the dentist in a few years, decided to find one when I visited my family up north. I needed a few fillings unfortunately and a cleaning, but Dr. Lee made me feel comfortable with the treatment and finished my treatment in a very efficient manner. I would also like to add that the staff here are very professional, helpful and friendly. They all really know how to make you feel at home. I will be a patient of Dr. Lee's for life! read more

Most awesome of dentists ever. Dr. Lee and his staff are the best. I've been seeing Dr. Lee for about a year and have always had the best service. Everyone is so kind and friendly, yet they know their stuff when it comes to dental work. I was in today to get a long overdue dental implant started and had absolutely no issues with the procedure. Dr. Lee is caring and compassionate and very professional. Love you guys! read more

I can't speak highly enough about this dental practice. I called and the woman (name starts with an S) at the front desk was so nice and got me a next day appointment for a hurting tooth. I went in and was seen within five minutes of handing in my paperwork. They were able to do a painless tooth extraction in ten minutes. I am so impressed with their level of service, timeliness, competency, and general understanding. I will be back and I hope to refer a few folks their way. read more

I've been coming here for 2 and a half years or so, and not because anybody is forcing me :) Dr Lee and the staff are great and accommodating. Dr Lee has been great about asking for any issues and experiences and is very good at suggesting way to improve my oral hygiene. He's quick and efficient when cleaning or doing fillings, is a master at numbing and has made sure the bite is nicely aligned after any filling or bridge. The office is large and clean, staff always gives me reminders before my appointment, and have worked with me to make the most of my dental insurance. read more

Dr. Lee has been the best dentist I've ever gone to. He's helped with me with a tricky TMJ situation other dentists failed to properly diagnose / treat. If you have been just given a night guard and it has not worked for you, Dr. Lee is someone I would definitely recommend. He thoroughly understands the problem space and is not trying to sell you something that will not help. On top of being an incredibly knowledgeable and thorough, he shows great care to his patients by going above and beyond in his communications. read more

At the ripe age of 35, I've been to many dentists since I was 5 including getting braces when I was 12. I am very familiar with dental pain and a swollen mouth in general. I've seen some good dentists and some serious hacks. I bought a Groupon for a cleaning and went in knowing I need a tooth pulled from a previous botched root canal from a hack dentist. I had the cleaning done, which by the was was extremely professional and AWESOME! It was performed perfectly. After review of my dental situation, the doctor recommended extraction of said botched root canal, cleaning and some fillings. The tooth was extracted last Friday and I have NO pain. The procedure was conducted with absolute precision. I was extremely comfortable, my mouth was numbed perfectly with local anesthesia and the ensuing cleaning, extraction and graft were perfect. Besides some mild swelling, I have no pain. Dr. Lee called to check on me late Friday, just to make sure I was recovering OK. (No other Dr. does that today) By Sunday, I had no pain, but the swelling around the stitches had reduced and the stitches had come loose, so I called him on his cell, which he had asked me to do over the weekend, if I had any problems. He asked me to come in on Monday at noon, and immediately took a look at the stitches and cleared me. His staff is extremely friendly and were great as well. The hygienist was extremely cordial and a perfectionist. The front desk staff including the lady that handles the insurance were all amazing. His facility is state of the art, the equipment new and clean. He can perform procedures ranging from basic cleanings to major dental surgery. No referrals to other oral surgeons (Thank god!). He has the 180 degree X-Ray which is great in complex situations and gives the doctor a great view of all dental related issues. He also has a CT Scan for more complex issues. Dr. Lee. can also help with TMJ and other sleep related disorders. This is a one stop shop for all dental related procedures. I would recommend Dr. Lee to anyone that has not been to a dentist in a while and is afraid of dental procedures in general. He's breaking all the traditional rules and taking names while doing it. He's part of a new breed of dentists and the facility feels much like a spa. If you're considering dental work, go see him immediately! read more

I'm new to CA. I moved here from MN a few months ago. I have been hesitant to find a dentist around here because I have a background in dentistry and I know how offices can be. My dentist recommended me to a place in San Francisco which is too far away for me. I was looking between my insurance and help reviews and found Dr Lee. I called them up, the person that I talked to seemed really friendly. When I went in I had Tiffany has my hygienist and she blew my mind. What a fun spirited bubbly person. She gave me wonderful care. I was impressed with the care I received. When the Dr came in to look over everything and give me a diagnosis He was honest and seemed very real. I was given great options on treatment and am excited to get further care from this office. Thanks! read more

I recently switched insurances due to a new job and was looking for a new dentist in the Mountain View area. I came across Dr. Lee on my "in-network" dentist list and as I usually do, I checked him out on Yelp. Saw some very good feedback so I made an appointment for a routine checkup and cleaning. Background: I had recently noticed some slight discomfort every once in a while which is most commonly associated with the presence of wisdom teeth. My last dentist informed me that they were definitely there but if they are not causing too much discomfort then not to worry about them. So fast forward 9 months later.....to my appt. with Dr. Lee.... Being a new patient I signed an agreement saying if I had not had X-rays done in the last 6 months that I would need new ones (someone commented on here saying there were not asked...but you sign an agreement saying you need recent X-rays before any work is done). X-rays are always awkward and uncomfortable but being a regular with dentists, definitely used to it and it was not too bad. I mentioned my wisdom teeth and offered a panorama from my previous dentist which Dr. Lee gladly accepted and took a look. This is where Dr. Lee shined: He was very calm and honest and analyzed the x-rays before basing judgement on my own comments and "internet research". For my case, there are no deep pockets (referring to the bottom wisdom teeth) near the teeth that would cause any harm in terms of food particles etc getting between teeth and causing tooth decay. As long as I kept my teeth clean, I should be ok. Additionally, given the position of the teeth in my jaw, it would be a risky procedure because of the proximity of nerves are to the teeth. There is risk of damaging the nerves and permanently losing sensation in the area. Dr. Lee explained that he himself opted not to have his removed for the exact same reason and to this day does not have too much discomfort. His professional opinion was to not remove them unless the pain is too intense which it has never been. CLEANING: The cleaning (performed by Dr. Lee) was a breeze but it really depends on how well you take care of your teeth. Little bit of picking and prodding but bearable. I was in and out of the office in a little less than an hour including the X-rays. SUMMARY: So, with all that said, I came in looking for an honest opinion and got exactly what I wanted and more. Its nice to know he was not in it for the money and wanted to remove the teeth just because they were there. Dr. Lee is very likable, professional, and calm. Staff was very pleasing to be around and the office was very clean. I am scheduled again in 6 months for another cleaning and could not be happier! read more

Dr Lee is innovative and cutting edge in his medical/ dental approach. His knowledge across multiple disciplines of medicine is hard to find. He listens well and creates real breakthrough solutions. read more

Update: Updating my review removing 1 star, although I've been happy with staff over the last 3 years, a bit disappointed with front desk. I think there may have been a change in staffing. I contacted them a few months ago when I was in between insurances to inquire about any cash discount for my regular cleaning. I was told I'd have to pay for X-ray as well in order to get the cleaning. I mentioned I was on a strict budget, could I just get the cleaning for now (been going regularly since 2016) and the answer was no and they would deactivate me as a patient until I wanted to come back, which felt a bit abrupt. I emailed a couple weeks later, 2x asking if I could come in the following week for a quick "how to" on a custom sleep devise I had them make in July 2018, which I had never used yet due to being not sure how to install and NOresponse, kind of felt abandoned or maybe it was since they "deactivated" me as a patient, not sure. I will take credit for not calling to follow up earlier on the sleep devise and being more insistent, just have many personal issues on my plate, so let it go. I still want to say Suzette in billing and Dr Lee have always been wonderful and will come back as soon as I have insurance again to give it a 2nd shot. read more

The dentist is very friendly and helpful. The nurses are really nice in helping with insurance and making sure thta everything is taken care of. Definitely recommend to anyone. There is free coffee and tea here too. read more

Wow, Dr Lee and his amazing staff are the best dental office I've ever been to and it is not even close. He was patient, incredibly thorough, and all around amazing. Check in is a breeze. I hardly waited at all. And the staff are highly professional / knowledgeable but also great to talk with. Tiff is a hoot and Suzy was super helpful read more

Excellent service with very charismatic people, Dr Lee, Suzette and Tiffany make a great team.

I had my two lower wisdom teeth extracted recently and the process went pretty smoothly. He told me what I should do to heal well and since I followed his advice, it went as he had described. Dr. Lee also gave me a good deal and so I'm satisfied with my experience overall! read more

I had my crown restoration done by Dr. Lee. He was great in terms of procedure. It did not hurt me at all. He explained what the process is and what will he be doing? I have limited mouth opening and unfortunately the tooth which needed work was in bad spot, but Dr. Lee was very patient and kept giving me rest breaks in between just to relax my jaw. I was pretty nervous about the procedure, therefore I had read about it online before my appointment, but unlike other dentists, Dr. Lee explains every step to his patient just to ease and relax them. I think that is needed because dental work can be nerve wrecking sometimes. He did not rush for my procedure even though it was taking time. I am really happy with the service, will return again and highly recommend him. Thanks read more

I can't say enough, My husband, my 17 yr. old son and I have been going to Dr. Lee for a three or four years now. I have a horrible fear of dentists and he is calm and patient and waits for me. He makes sure I am okay and then he does his thing. The whole office is professional yet they make you feel like your an old friend. Suzanne who runs front office is beyond wonderful. They tell you up front how much things cost and what your insurance covers. They don't force any treatments either. My husband and son really enjoy Dr. Lee as well, although they don't have the fear issues I have. I am glad to see his office has become busier as everyone seems to have found out how great he is. read more

Dr. Morita is competent and personable and did a good job with my dental fillings. Tiffany the dental hygienist is also very well educated and did a deep cleaning on my whole mouth. Although my copay cost was pretty high, possibly due to my insurance, I think it was worth it to get quality care for my teeth. read more

Dr. Lee is a very competent and professional doctor. I have never enjoyed going to the dentist's office but I can honestly say that I now go to Dr. Lee's office with no reluctancy. The noise of all the tools still makes my bones shiver, but sometimes I look forward to going to visit Dr. Lee and his staff after work! I originally came to Dr. Lee in hopes of getting Invisalign but he informed me that I was not a good candidate for it because my teeth would not be corrected to the optimal level with Invisalign. I went to 2 other orthodontists and they said the exact same thing. I returned to Dr. Lee mostly because his office is close to work, they were accomodating to my schedule and the staff is genuine in their care. Before getting my braces on, I had some work done on my teeth by Dr. Lee. ALL GREAT! He is very gentle, great at explaining the procedures, and very responsive to emails. It has been 2 1/2 months since getting my braces and I have not received as many compliments/comments about my teeth and my smile as I have WITH my braces on! My friends can already see a huge improvement and strangers have commented on how great my smile is. I'm so glad Dr. Lee told me exactly what I needed instead of letting me go through with Invisalign. He's told me that I would not be anywhere close to where i am now if i had decided to go with Invisalign. I am very happy that I went to Dr. Lee and grateful for his dedication to providing his patients with the best care! read more

Dr.Lee was my dentist from 2010-2012 while I lived in the Bay area. He was very friendly and reliable for my periodic visits. Their office is at a busy location on El Camino but very quiet and calm once you go inside. I typically choose the Friday afternoon appointments and have been treated with meticulous care and detail, without any sort of rush. And oh, during my first couple of visits there, they were playing Radio 94.5 which I was listening for the first time. That station became my go-to radio channel in my car :=) Major props to their office for introducing me to that station! Dr. Lee was very friendly and I still remember him tenaciously plugging away and extracting a troublesome tooth I had. "You suck", he said, looking at that tooth that finally gave up! And a special note of commendation for their front desk staff, especially one lady named Suzette - once my insurance company denied payment for a tooth extraction. Suzette sent me a detailed email about it and asked me for some details so that she could speak to them about it. On my next visit, she got on the phone with them and battled it out on my behalf for close to half an hour, trying different numbers, faxing them paperwork if necessary and got them to pay for my treatment. FANTASTIC and AWESOME job that I appreciate given how picky my insurance provider got, maximum kudos to Suzette! Plus they are very upfront with you about how much your coverage can take care of your bills and work hard to get the best from your insurance. I do miss them since I no longer live in the valley. read more

The service and energy here from every single person was unbelievably top notch. They do an amazing job from top to bottom!