I had my teeth cleaned after an embarrassing number of years. The technician was kind--no…read morelectures. She was gentle with me as she tested my gums and cleaned my teeth. I was out of there in under an hour with my next appointment on the calendar. I will have no fear next time!

Five stars to all the staff. The staff is ways professional and caring. I enjoy going to the…read moredentist now.

It's not always easy to find a dentist who listens to you, and is careful in their work. Dr. Dowd…read morehas a great set of ears to listen and understand my concerns. He is always very gentle and mindful of my comfort. I have found everyone in their office to be kind and gentle and I genuinely enjoy checking in with his staff. A few years ago, I moved away from the area, and still come back to have Dr. Dowd continue my care. My Dental Hygenist, Judy, is wonderful. I enjoy my cleanings! Their office is the only one I have gone to that create your crowns in office, so that you do not have to come back a second time to have them placed. High tech, high professionalism, high care.

Excellent care and very nice staff. Dr Dowd is friendly and knowledgeable. I was very…read morecomfortable with my first visit.

I read some of the negative reviews and I want to say otherwise…read more It is quite astonishing that this place has anything lower than a 5 star review. For starters, I am not a fan of visiting ANY dentist just because I hate sharp objects in my mouth, BUT this team is magnificent. They treat me with utmost care and kindness. I always feel well taken care of each time I visit. I primarily see Dr.Talia who is an absolute blessing--she ensures I am comfortable and will take extra steps to make sure I am not feeling any pain in any way. The front desk is always nice and friendly--they are very helpful and transparent when it comes to costs outside of insurance and they'll explain it 4-5 different ways so i leave knowing what I'm paying for and why. I understand that certain circumstances can leave a bitter taste in people mouths (no pun intended), but genuinely this dentist cares about their patients and I will suggest this place over and over again! If you're looking for a new dentist, but are being swayed by the negative reviews--just keep in mind that those are individualized and not a picture of a the team. Excellent job to these professionals always.

TLDR: Dr. Taba, Mirium, and Alexis went above and beyond to help me out when I needed it. Even…read moremore, they did a great job overall. Highest recommendation. The story: Up until his recent retirement 3 months ago, I employed the same dentist for the past 20 years, so I was nervous trying to find a new dentist and navigate all the unknowns that entails. My dental insurance carrier listed multiple "preferred providers" including Pleasant Hill Smiles Dentistry (PHSD.) by the time I finished contacting calling multiple other providers, I called PHSD in the afternoon and spoke with a very nice person on the phone. It turns out that it was one of the Dentists who was answering phones just to help out, but she was able to answer all my questions and offered to stay late today for my appointment if I needed it. I jumped on the offer because my schedule makes it difficult to know when I can keep an appointment during regular hours. When I arrived, they had already made an electronic chart, and I filled out all the appropriate info. The office appointed nicely for a strip mall dentist office, and the staff was very helpful and friendly during my visit. I waited for about 30 minutes before I was called back for my x rays. That's where I met Alexis. He is a very nice, dental assistant/radiographer who shepherded me through the initial x rays and scans so that Dr. Taba would have all the info she would need moving forward. Alexis made me feel comfortable and made sure I knew where to go and that I was settled ok. When Dr. Taba came in I was surprised at how young she was, but she was very thorough and reassuring in our discussion. It turned out that I had 2 cracked teeth and a cavity beneath an old filling - none of which I came in for today - and she took a lot of time explaining to me what she saw on my X rays and how that equated to what we needed to do and what we could do. She wasn't pushy about her observations, and she was understanding when I was unsure if I wanted to proceed. She and the new Office Manager, Mirium (congrats on the job promotion and sorry for likely misspelling your name), went through what insurance should cover and what it would not. Mirium explained that she wouldn't be able to get an immediate quote from the insurance carrier because it takes 2 to 3 days for them to respond, but she also reassured me that she would help me any way she could with the insurance company if any reimbursement issues arise. Although she seemed young (or maybe everyone seems young to me these days), she was knowledgeable, thorough, and detailed in the cost estimates and explaining all the options available. By the time we all agreed on what needed to be done it was already closing time for the office, but Dr. Taba and Alexis offered to stay until the procedures were completed. I was even more impressed with Dr. Tada and Alexis as the 2 crowns and inlay proceeded. They worked seamlessly and efficiently such that the crowns, inlay, cleaning, and other procedures were finished in about 90 minutes. Even more impressive to me was Dr. Taba's technique for local anesthesia and her thoughtfulness as she worked. I've been through cavities and implants and bone windows under local and can handle a lot of discomfort - which I was expecting to go through with a new provider. My experience was pleasant, almost no pain, and quick. I could not have asked for more. The Good: The office staff was polite, helpful, and nice. Dr Tada was really nice on the phone and answered all my questions before I even came in. She stayed late just so I could get this dental work done and performed the work effectively, kindly, and most importantly- without causing me undue pain or anxiety. Alexis was great as was Miriam. The Bad: nothing The Mediocre: The cost - but then that has as much to do with my insurance as anything, so I'm not really complaining. Dental costs in general are expensive. Overall: I would go back to PHSD see Dr. Taba anytime for any future dental work I require. I have sufficient confidence in her knowledge, professionalism, and chair-side manner that I would also recommend her to anyone needing a dentist. The office met my expectations and their staff was excellent. How lucky I was to find her and this office!

I've been going to Dr. Hoang's office for the past 3-4 years and am so glad to have her as my…read moredentist. She and her office staff are both friendly and professional. As someone who used to dread going to the dentist for years, I now feel comfortable and put at ease every time I'm in the dental chair. That speaks volumes considering I've had to come in multiple times for both oral care and Invisalign treatment. The warmth and gentle care that Dr. Hoang provides is something I truly appreciate. Thank you so much for always being so accommodating!

I have been coming to Dr Hoang for over 20 years, since my son was a small child. They are amazing;…read morethe staff is so friendly and skilled.

Best dentist place in pleasant hill! I had a regular check up and cleaning here and had An amazing…read moreexperience. The dental hygienist Kerri is very friendly, kind and extremely thorough with the cleaning. She spends her time (45 mins) to do a cleaning using a combination of ultrasonic tools and hand tools as well. Will definitely be returning here again for my future cleanings! In addition the customer service is very friendly and the place is extremely clean and pleasant to be in.

In the last year I got my first filling here and had a horrible experience. The dentist refused to…read moreexplain what was going to happen even when I asked multiple times. His lovely dental hygienist took pity on me clearly seeing it was important and tried to explain as best she could. Well sure enough the rushed job ended up with me having nerve pain and sensitivity for a month & a half afterwards but now I've gone to another dentist and I need the whole filling replaced because there is still a shadow of concern showing up on the X-rays and now the insurance won't cover it. Very frustrating!

I have been a patient for several years, mostly cleanings and a few fillings but today I had a…read morecrown. The care from every member of the team is excellent and caring. Explanations are complete and recommendations are excellent. I would recommend this practice to anyone.

I had an exceptional experience with this service from start to finish. The team was professional,…read moreresponsive, and genuinely committed to delivering quality. Every interaction was smooth and efficient, and I felt truly valued as a customer. What stood out most was their attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Whether it was answering questions promptly or providing thoughtful recommendations, they exceeded my expectations in every way. I highly recommend this service to anyone looking for reliability, excellence, and a personal touch. The music was very pleasant and calming. I'll definitely be returning!

This dental office is a A+ on everything. From the front desk, billing, dental assistants and the…read moreoutstanding dental care you get from the dentists. I have been coming here for over ten plus years and I have never had a bad experience. I always feel like I am getting the best dental care especially when it comes to cleaning my teeth. I have had braces, crowns and a tooth implant and it's always been a great experience. Definitely highly recommend this office if you're looking for outstanding dental office with a wonderful staff.

I have always hated going to the dentist until I started coming to California Smile. I don't think…read moreI can ever go to another dentist office now because it will not be as good as California Smile. I typically see Dr. Son for routine cleanings and/or fillings. He is always friendly and honest, but not mean about it. I feel comfortable when I get my teeth cleaned and my teeth/gums feel great after my appointments. I recently started Invisalign and I see Dr. Pham for Invisalign related stuff. She is very sweet and explains everything. The process has been smooth so far thanks to Dr. Pham. Wayne is the office manager and he is a cool guy. Very friendly and always has an answer to my insurance/payment/scheduling questions. They also accept Delta Dental :-) Would highly recommend California Smile to anyone in need of a dentist!

I always have some anxiety when going to the dentist and Dr. Pia always puts me at ease. She is…read morevery thorough and gentle. I also appreciate that she doesn't push unnecessary procedures like other dental offices I have gone to. They remind you a few times of your upcoming appointments via text which is helpful if you are forgetful like me, or just really busy. I highly recommend Pearl Dental Hub!

had a very disappointing experience with Dr. Pia Briones' office. Before becoming a patient, I…read moresimply asked that they submit a pre-authorization to my insurance so I could confirm coverage. This is a standard request and helps patients avoid unexpected bills. The office declined to submit the pre-authorization but was willing to move forward with treatment and bill me directly if insurance did not cover it. After waiting two days for clarification, I received a call from the assistant stating they would not be sending in a pre-authorization and that I should find another dentist. Clear communication and basic insurance coordination are important parts of patient care. Being told to go elsewhere for asking about coverage was unprofessional and disappointing. I would recommend confirming how this office handles insurance matters before scheduling.

I loved everything about this dental office. Dr. Sani and…read moreall of the hygienists, assistants/office personnel are very pleasant at Pleasant Dental. Even the waiting area is nice & comfortable- looks & smells clean. I only couldn't stay because of an insurance change. :(

I had 3,4 times treatment at this place before and doctor…read morewas always very kind and nice. I was happy what they have done to my teeth. Very good dentist you can trust!

My daughter just left the office and was very happy with her cleaning and over all experience…read more This is her first time here as she switched insurances and couldn't find a decent dental office in our area. She said that from the very beginning the 2 ladies at the front desk were kind and also the staff member who took her x rays. Dr.Yi explained everything she was going to do before she did it which was very helpful. My daughter said it was the best cleaning she ever had, she took her time with her and didn't feel like it was rushed like at many other dental offices where they just want you in and out. Thank you Dr.Yi and staff! We are very pleased with your office and will recommend to others.

The staff was helpful, considerate and friendly. They were a breath of fresh air. I'd recommend…read morethis to anyone who wants quality care