I'm SO happy to have found Dr. Tran! I get anxiety at Dental offices, but Dr. Tran is very chill and easy to talk to, and he's extremely gentle and considerate. His office manager Cindy is wonderful. She runs the office like a top, plus she's patient, accommodating and fun to talk with. Before I even came into the office, she went above and beyond to help me with navigating my insurance. I just had my first crown put in today- they did it all in *one* afternoon. It's modern technology at its best! I have Kaiser Senior Advantage Plus DeltaCare HMO. I was thrilled to find that they accept my insurance. (A friend who has the same insurance referred me when I told him I was searching). I drive an hour to Dr. Tran from Redwood City and it's 100% worth it. I look forward to finishing all the work I need done, because I feel comfortable and know I'm in good hands here. Thank you Dr. Tran and crew! read more

Alisal Dentistry always treats me well. The care is above board. The staff is incredibly professional, courteous, and friendly. Cindy treats me more like a friend instead of a patient). Alisal has the latest in machinery and equipment and their office is in a very safe and convenient Pleasanton location. You will not regret choosing this dental practice. read more

I've been going to Alisal Dental and receiving care from Dr. Tran and his team. They are friendly, personable, gentle and very thorough. From teeth cleaning to imaging to surgery to getting my teeth straightened with invisalign, I'm very pleased. I highly recommend Dr. Tran and Alisal Dental. read more

This dentist is awesome. He works with you. He also has all the latest high tech capabilities. I'm an absolute fan! Great location. Best dentist in Pleasanton! read more

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I trust Dr. Tran's advice for my dental care. He thinks about the long-term success of his dental work. For example, my crown fell off and it was a defective crown. Instead of just replacing it, he decided to make the base of my tooth longer to hold the new crown. His prices are reasonable. I'm very happy that he does not exert any pressure. He tells me my options, listens to my thoughts, and waits until I'm ready to make a decision. I recommend him to everyone. His office receptionist, Cindy, has worked for him many years. She's efficient and friendly. I like both hygienists. Dr. Tran cleaned my teeth when I first came because he said he liked to get a close look in the beginning. Very gentle and kind. read more

I'm not even through my first visit with Dr. Tran, and I'm writing a RAVE review about him! He is super nice, the entire staff are friendly and organized. I came in with a cavity underneath a crown, and here I am waiting for the crown-making magic to be done. I will walk out of here with a new "tooth" in one visit. Plus, he accepts my insurance! Busy practice, too, but little waiting. read more

We have been coming here for years and slowly our whole family transitioned to coming here with us. They make you feel like family every time you come in and are always so warm. Cindy is always so helpful at the front desk, and Dr Tran and his team are highly experienced hands on in the chair. Nothing but positive things to say, and a huge thank you for carefully caring for our families smiles! read more

ONE DAY CROWN - I had the top half of a filled tooth crack off this morning. Dr. Tran of Alisal Dental completed the repair in one afternoon (today). He repaired the tooth, created a crown with his 3D printer that looked exactly like the original tooth, installed and made sure the retainer I've used for years fit properly. This was done as an emergency walk in same-afternoon appointment. No messy impressions, no sending out to a lab. The crown that came off the 3D printer fit perfectly. This is one happy patient! read more

Wish I could give a million stars! My family and I have always had a great experience with Alisal Dental. The doctors are highly experienced and always so kind. They keep up on all the latest technologies. All the staff there are so welcoming as well. Highly recommend! read more

I chose this dental clinic based on the Yelp reviews I read. Then I have personally proven that Alisal Dental Care truly cares :) Cindy is professional and friendly, she immediately made me feel comfortable. I like the fact that she was showing me what I was signing for using a signature pad. I have answered all forms online days before my appointment so I've completed that part fast. My previous dental clinic would ask me to sign something I couldn't see by giving me only the signature pad and just telling me the title of the form I'm signing for. That experience did not give me a good feeling. Alisal Dental Care got it right this time. Jennie, the hygienist is awesome! She's gentle and I didn't feel any weight on my face as she was doing her job. My sister is a dentist and she used to clean my teeth. I know that they put the weight on themselves so their patients/clients will not feel it. Thank you Jennie. Dr. Tran is thorough and even if we only talked briefly, I can feel that he is a very good dentist and a kind person. He offered to give me copies of my dental X-rays so I can share them with my sister. Cindy emailed me the X-rays and I'm grateful for this. Location is nice and parking is not a problem. The dental clinic is small and simple but organized and generally clean. Keep up the good work Alisal Dental Care team! read more

Short story: Great care. Come here first. Longer story: My elderly parents recently moved to Pleasanton and needed to find a new dentist. After a little research we found Alisal Dental Care in Coronado Avenue. Understand that my Mom is pretty fragile so we are always concerned anytime she needs any kind of health care. I don't have to worry about her dental care here. The entire staff is very kind and gentle. Recently she needed some extensive dental work, the kind that can be uncomfortable. Cindy explained insurance and charges. Dr. Tran and his assistant Lilli really worked to make it as comfortable as possible and Mom took some Advil in the evening. And that was it! Five stars. read more

This is my first and absolutely the last visit . they are very bad on keep ontime with my apoinment, just for a general cleaning they have to schedule for 2 times, for first one i have to wait for 1/2 an hours to see him,then for 15 minutes without cleaning because their Hygenist on leave, they rescheduled a second apointment at 8am , when i come in they make me waiting for 1/2 hours and then tell me that doctor is not coming yet.i have no choice to canceled it. read more

Going here for over a decade & they are still great. The few bad reviews make me sad but obviously a one-off compared to the good. Cindy, receptionist, is hilarious and so sweet. I've never known her to be anything other than down to earth. She's great about getting you treatment plans with numbers for your insurance so there's no sticker shock. Dr. Patel is so nice & I am surprisingly relaxed at the dentist. He has a calming nature and will explain anything in detail that you need. Teeth really are fragile so sometimes things happen, cavities are deeper than they thought or re-appear or weak spots create more problems. This is the nature of dentistry. I have never known them to be misleading so I think visitors need to consider that dental practice isn't perfection; complications arise like anything else. Still, a decade (or more!) later Dr. Patel & Cindy remember my mom and my entire work history, vacation stories, where we've lived, my son's name & interests (he's not even a patient) and so much more it's incredible. This place is family. :) read more

Wow, first visit, and so so impressed. We had quite a few dentists over the years (I lived at different places in the country), and this one is right up there with one other top dentist I had. The cleaning was meticulous, so much better than at my last dentist. The explanation was wonderful, full of modern up-to-date knowledge of new teeth cleaning tools and how to use them properly (like the tooth-pick-like floss, etc.). Also of note, the appointment and paperwork experience were smooth as well, much smoother than I expected. I switched over from another dentist and needed to transfer some records. Cindy just took care of all the paperwork, the insurance confirmation, and moved the copies of dental records including Xrays to my new patient record seamlessly. When the dentist came and saw me, he already read the records, so efficient. Most importantly, the whole office's attitude, unlike some other dentists, was about the integrity of treating the patients right. They won't upsell you on teeth whitening, or night guard, for example. But if they do see the problem (teeth grinding marks), or you ask, they do have the services (my spouse did ask - separately). In short, we wholeheartedly recommend Alisal for anyone even thinking about switching. read more

I have been going to this dentist for about 4 years now. I am so impressed with their services. If my family has an emergency tooth issue they are getting them seen very quickly. They have state of the art 3D tooth printing which makes it nice and quick. Cindy is awesome with working out your appointments. Dr. Tran is the beat dentist in Pleasanton we feel. read more

The one star is for Cindy! I've never felt so discriminated against in my life. I went to get work done and my co- payment was $650. I gave the office my bank card to set up auto pay. The dentist felt uncomfortable stating "he's been burned in the past by other patients" and requested the payment in full. As I was waiting to be roomed another patient ( a white male) approached the front desk stating " he needed to make another payment" and was told he didn't have a balance. I'm wondering why I was discriminated against regarding payments? Needless to say I declined the service. I will take my business elsewhere. I'm not sure if it's because I'm a woman or a black woman? Either way I make a great living as a Healthcare professional. I have no problem paying for any services rendered. I was unaware of the $650 payment upfront. I was prepared to pay $300 today and would have likely paid the balance off sooner than later. Moral of the story is this Dentist discriminates and doesn't trust it's patients. I can only assume it's based on race which is unethical and very sad in today's world. #peaceandblessings #FindabetterDentistoffice read more

I have been going to Alisal Dental Care for many years now. Love the aesthetic of the office and all the staff is very friendly and welcoming. Dr. Tran is very patient and thorough in the care he gives you. He always explains what he's doing and why. Their equipment is very updated and advanced. I used to have to wait a couple of weeks for my crown to come in from the lab, now they make it right in the office! So now I don't have to wait long at all. I highly recommend Alisal Dental Care. read more

Where do I start? This was my first, and probably last, visit. 1. As a COVID precaution, they give you a laptop to fill in your information. The keyboard is covered with a sheet of plastic (Scotch taped on) that looks like it was never changed (or cleaned?) so that the keys can't even be seen. Very un-professional. 2. The dental furniture is falling apart, with metal from broken springs sticking through holes in the cover and a broken arm rest that flops around. From the metal abrasion on the arm rest, you can see it's been like that a long time. 3. I sent copies of my x-rays to them before my appointment. They didn't have them and had to look for them with me sitting in the dental chair. 4. After a long wait, I hear someone enter the room and I look behind me to see a male, obviously the dentist, looking at my x-rays. No introduction, no hello, no nothing. I guess they don't teach bedside manner in dental school. read more

My family has been going to Alisal Dental since 2005/6. They are a great family dentist, both kids are not fearful of the dentist at all - the entire staff is very welcoming the second you walk in the door. They make my youngest feel very comfortable, chatting with her and providing a movie for her to watch while getting her exams/cleanings. They are honest and upfront with the type of care you need and let you know what should be done right away and what can wait. We've seen both Dr. Tran and Dr. Patel and the care provided is equally as good between them. They are very accommodating with busy schedules and recently started seeing patients past 5pm, which is very convenient. I've recommended this dentist to my friends, who now go there as well. read more

My first time here. Dr. Tran is very gentle and meticulous. Since moving to the East Bay, I have always experienced dentists trying to sell me the service I don't really need. Dr. Tran is different. He seems to put the patient first. Will definitely stick to his office. read more

I visited Dr.Tran to get my invisalign done because I had gaps in my teeth. So when I went to get my teeth done the procedure was quick and simple. And after about two years my teeth look perfect now. The adjustments were hard to get used to at first but the results was worth it. read more

I am not friend or relative of anyone in this dental office. Today I have had a teeth cleaning by Jenny Lonnberg at Alisal Dental, Pleasanton. I was impressed by she doing it by heart and the professionalism of her attitude. I have been in Bay Area 15 years having teeth cleaning twice a year. Compare with the dental office I had visited, I would refer my friends and relatives their way. BillyKeung read more

I would never recommend this dental office to anyone. My family had an absolutely horrible experience with them that we will never forget. We made the huge mistake of going with this office because they were the closest to our home. The short drive we now make to our new dentist is certainly worth it ~ the difference is incredible. Again, I highly recommend against seeing this dental office, especially for children! read more

Great Dental office! Professional,polite,and welcoming.I highly recommend Dr. Tran...

Dr.Tran did a great job and the office staff was very welcoming and polite. Everything was done very quickly and pain free.

Coming to this dental office was an amazing experience, the staff is friendly and waiting room is very clean. The wait time goes by very quick and any problem you have with your teeth they can fix, the dentists are knowledgeable and each time I go here I trust them to take care of my teeth and fix any problems I may have. Overall I am thrilled that there is a dentist office that is pleasant and not scary to walk into. read more

Dr. Patel is awesome and gentle. Nice office environment too. I enjoy going to the dentist to see Dr. Patel.

I absolutely love Alisal Dental Care! Their service is excellent, professional, and welcoming. I've been coming here for two years because I was dissatisfied with my previous dentist. I've seen both Dr. Tran and Dr. Patel whom both are highly qualified and do great work. I like how the office staff gives me a reminder call a day or two before my appointment in case I forgot or need to reschedule. The dental assistants, particularly...I believe her name is Denise, are great as well when assisting the doctors. I've had nothing, but a great experience each time coming to this dental office! read more

Love the Dentist group here ,been going here for 20 yrs and I hate the Dentist. Very gentle even though it's gonna hurt sometimes. All the staff are great, the Drs are great even though you want to hate them cause you know your afraid they do everything they can to make you comfortable. My nephew goes here too and he likes them very much. Great office very caring and they love Dogs too,so there you go!!! read more

I came to Alisal on the 10th expecting to have my filling done but instead got my tooth grounded for a crown. I gave no consent whatsoever for the crown but found out too late after Dr. Tran had performed the procedure. Now I'm stuck with a temporary crown that's not cemented and is constantly falling off. I definitely do not recommend this office. How can he do a crown procedure without any notice or warning? read more

Due to the great ratings on Yelp, I came to Alisal Dental Care about a year ago. I hadn't been to the dentist for a while due to lack of insurance. I was already scared and Dr. Patel did NOT make me feel any better about it. He came off incredibly condescending and dismissive. He also ignored my questions and then showed me a cavity without warning, thinking it was funny. The worst part is that he told me I had 6 cavities and wanted to put a filling in one of my bottom teeth where the enamel was wearing down. I cried the whole way home. THANK GOD I got a second opinion; I actually only had two cavities and my new dentist did not recommend "filling" the front of my bottom tooth. Dr. Patel wanted to make an appointment to fill teeth that are fine?? This place was a nightmare. read more

Dr. Tran is so VERY accommodating! He truly does care about the patient and our needs. My children and I come to Dr. Tran because of his wonderful "chairside" manner. Dr. Tran is genuinely a thoughtful kind person and I would recommend him to anyone! read more

Alisal dental is hands down the best dentistry around! The whole office is wonderful and the Dentist there are great and they take there time and are gentle and work with u! They get to know u for u! I la la love it I would recomend this place to anyone that's is looking for a good dentist! They work with u on fiances and they also work with u on the time they make it convient for me! Once again I la la love this place and the whole staff super duper nice! Love the new modern technology it has to! IF U ARE LOOKING FOR A NEW DENTIST MUST MUST MUST GO! read more

I've been going to Alisal for over 5 years now and highly recommend it! They are incredibly caring and truly thoughtful, so I always feel like I'm in good hands there. Dr. Tran always does a really thorough job and always takes the time to answer any questions or concerns that I have. He makes it a point to remember things about me, like a dear friend would. The office overall also does a great job with patient care and service. They always make it a point to follow up with me after a procedure, to make sure I'm doing okay and to see if I need anything. Cindy, the office manager, is also incredibly organized and caring. When you ask her to call if any openings are available on a specific date, she truly follows through with it! Also, she takes notes to remember any personal preferences you have in scheduling, so the next time you schedule an appointment, she'll be sure to take that into account. read more

I have never trusted a dentist as much as Dr. Patel. He is very professional and knowledgeable. The office staff is also just the greatest. I am very pleased to have found this dental practice and would recommend it to anyone. read more

I have been going to Alisal Dental Care for eight years and their customer service, "chair-side manner", pricing, decor, etc has left me with nothing to complain about. From check-ups to a root canal they have been prompt, friendly, and professional. I see the same kind faces every time a arrive and I have never had to wait more than two weeks for an appointment. They have helped me through two minor dental emergencies and I can wholeheartedly say they deserve 5 stars. read more

Came in for a routine cavity filling over a month ago with "doctor" ( and I use that word very loosely) Patel. A month later I still had sensitivity in my tooth. Went back in to fix the problem and was interrogated. First they thought my tooth wasn't even hurting that I was making it up. Upon further review they found a "black spot" in my tooth. Patel said it could be he didn't drill far enough the first time or that I'm a medical mystery. Waited over 2 hours so they could refill my cavity. After a tumultuous back and fourth about numbing medication it was finally underway. After 20 minutes it was over. He told me they weren't supposed to drill that much in one tooth so I'll be in a lot of pain afterwords and not to chew on my right side for 3 days and to only eat soft foods. I asked if the problem was fixed and about 4 times he shrugged his shoulders saying he didn't know what this was and if he fixed the problem. I am absolutely dumbfounded as to how a "doctor" doesn't know how to fill a simple cavity that didn't even hurt prior to getting it filled. I have always used dr Tran and he is the best. This is my first time using Patel and it will be MY LAST! HE IS THE ABSOLUTE WORST AND I DIDNT KNOW A SIMPLE CAVITY WAS A MEDICAL MYSTERY! BE WARNED DO NOT USE PATEL, FOR YOUR SANITY IF PATEL IS OFFERED RUN FAR AWAY TO ANOTHER DENTAL OFFICE. Never have I ever met a dentist after filling a cavity tell me he's unsure if it's going to fix the problem, believe me that my tooth is hurting, and not know how to fix a simple cavity!!! Trust me when I say if offered anyone but Tran take your business to another dental office!!! read more

Want so bad to give this dentistry all 5 stars...BUT...had my first initial appointment (dental insurance covers all)- set for routine checkup which should include x-rays and teeth cleaning, right? Well, supposedly, my teeth needed a "deep cleaning" on my bottom teeth, so I had to schedule for another day. My initial appointment consisted of filling paperwork out, sitting in the dentist chair, getting a few x-rays, and waited for the dentist to come out and tell me the bottom row teeth need the deep clean while my top only need regular, but they didn't have time for my top teeth???? Hmmm... Weird. The office aesthetics are very nice! Quiet, pleasant office in Pleasanton. They also provide a quaint area for small kids to sit and enjoy their coloring or read books and whatnot...Easy-going, friendly staff. And most importantly-- clean, high-tech equipment, and a huge added benefit- you get to pick and watch a movie while having your procedures done! That was kind of special! Well, guess I have to fork over more time and $$ for extra work, but so goes the world of dentistry! Bottomline- they made me feel comfortable enough to walk out of there knowing I'll be in good hands. read more

This office has the worst eligibility and scheduling policies. I've made my change to DeltaCare (Delta's HMO) with Alisal being the office of choice. However, since HMO only sends funding twice in a month, somehow I got temporarily dropped out of eligibility, which removed me immediately from Alisal list of eligible patients. Alisal immediately refused to accept me for my upcoming appointment, which I had scheduled 2 months in advance. Alisal is so booked that they can only make appointments 1-2 months ahead, which is already ridiculous. Moreover, the doctors at Alisal refuse to accept proof of eligibility by fax. DeltaCare called Alisal and told them that I am still eligible and that the issue was due to the glitch in their payment system. They offered to fax the proof to Alisal, however Alisal REFUSED to accept eligibility proof by fax. Therefore, I could not make my appointment. read more

I am extremely happy with Dr. Tran's care. He puts the care of patients first with kindness and great knowledge of his profession. His staff was also excellent. I was also satisfied with the cost of my procedure! He was recommended by friends ... now I am paying it forward to those I know will do the same. read more