Cottage Dental in Fullerton is the best dental facility I have ever experienced. Last week I had broken a tooth the Tuesday before Christmas, and had to see a dentist ASAP. They agreed to see me that afternoon, despite being booked solid. Everyone treated me courteously and respectfully. Dr Paco was very informative and took a fair amount of time explaining what my treatment options were. The entire staff was pleasant and efficient and a pleasure to deal with. 5 stars. Ron Bonilla, Fullerton CA read more

I have been going to this office for about five years. All of the staff are amazing and genuinely care about you. I especially love Diane, as she has made me feel so comfortable over the years. Both doctors here are great. I was super impressed that Dr. Nguyen texted me after my recent filling to see how I was doing. I recommend this office highly, and if you have a child, Kid's Corner Dental, their other practice, is also great. And P.S., they also have massage chairs now! Sweet! read more

This place is overly, unnaturally nice but please know that they're here to make money as well. The short version is they love to offer you expensive procedures that you don't need. They readily recommended me to replace all my amalgam fillings even though most of them were still fine, always suggested root canal procedures when they could not correct my bite after they did my fillings, and very often blamed my teeth grinding in my sleep as the reason why their fillings constantly chip and crack and said I should get night guard for the teeth grinding (which I don't do. I had 2nd opinion.) Now the long version: When I first started going here 5 years ago, I had a bunch of amalgam fillings in my molars so the first thing Dr. Pacao suggested was for me to replace them with tooth-colored resin-based composite fillings since they're covered by my insurance now. Maybe one or 2 had new cavities but she suggested I removed them all. And I listened because she's the professional. Plus, I was excited because sure, tooth-colored fillings are a lot nicer looking. What I later found out is the FDA does not recommend the removal of amalgam fillings, unless they become problematic on their own, because it might cause more harm to the tooth structure and other health risks. In addition, my insurance covered them only up to a certain percentage but I still had to pay the remainder to get them. Yay, I paid to fix what's not broken. The office then scheduled me to have all 4 teeth done on the one side (upper and bottom) in one visit. After the visit, my bite was so off that it hurt everytime I chewed food. I came back 3 more times to adjust the bite but it still didn't help. The doctors then proceeded to tell me maybe I need a root canal.. They said it is not the fillings but there are some other issues. Uh, no. So I waited it out for about 6 months with all the pain everytime I chew so eventually, my bite was adjusted just from eating. They said they schedule all at once like this to save my time, but to be honest, I think it's more to save their time, make room for more patients. From that experience, I learned that maybe I should not have more than 2 teeth done at a time, depends on the tooth location because if they're all new fillings, there's no tooth with already good chewing surface next to it to help adjust the new bite. I came back and slowly got my amalgam fillings on the other side replaced. No matter how many times I come back to adjust the bite, it didn't help and they once again suggested root canal. Stop "offering" root canal procedure because clearly, I didn't need it 5 years later! The pain was from imbalanced bite. I just waited it out until my bite got adjusted from eating again. Luckily, this time, it didn't take long because it was only one tooth at a time. I was young, lazy, and clueless so instead of looking for a new dentist, I stayed. After all, now that the amalgam fillings were all replaced, I just came in to get cleanings and that was fine. But that's when the stupid composite fillings started chipping and cracking within 2 years. I had the amalgams before for 10 years plus with no problems. The good news was they did have warranty so I got maybe 1 or 2 filling replaced for free. They told me I must be grinding my teeth to wear down these fillings so fast and I should consider buying a night guard. I went to another dentist and he actually took a mold of my teeth to verify if I grind my teeth or not. Guess who doesn't grind her teeth? Me! So once again, Cottage Dental suggested another expensive thing that I don't need. I'm finally fed up and moved on but I now live with crappy fillings that chip and break. Can't believe it but I miss my amalgam fillings. So yeah, be smart, don't blindly trust the professionals when it comes to your health (even if their office is so nice), and always get a second opinion. read more

Dr. Nguyen is awesome, she's a lifesaver! I have the worst teeth ever. At least I had... Very professional and kind staff, always explaining every procedure. Done more than a few cavities and implants. The office is contemporary, clean and tidy, well organized. Everything looks new. As pleasant experience as going to the dentist can be. Not the cheapest dentist there is, but that's quite OK for the service you're receiving. Highly recommended! read more

In general, Cottage Dental is number one in ethical, honest treatment; customer service; and communication. I switched over to Cottage Dental six years ago, and it was the best decision for my teeth. The technology alone was impressive (instant photos of teeth to examine results of care), televisions on wall for entertainment (or distraction). My former dentist had been lacking in any updates since the 1980s, plus he had not truly been cleaning inside my gum lines (as was evidenced by the complete care I was now receiving from Cottage). Recently, I had a protective layer placed on the top of a front tooth (to prevent gum-line exposure) with Dr. Pat. She was communicative about what she would be doing and was sensitive to any discomfort. I also appreciated how she helped me be proactive with my mouth: I didn't have a problem at the moment, but it was getting there. She identified it six months ago at a cleaning, and I took care of something before it actually became a pain. I am always a fan preventative care. She and all of the dental assistants are super sweet, kind, and considerate. The assistant always remembers what I do for a living and asks about my daughter (and I only see her once every six months! I have acquaintances who are not as aware.) If nothing else can convince you, maybe this will: As a person who has had at least 30 fillings (to be fair to myself, I replaced all the silver with porcelain) and used to cry before every dental visit as a child, I now actually LOOK FORWARD to going to the dentist. Drill drop. read more

Cottage dental is great! I hate getting my teeth cleaned because I'm sensitive to the vibrations, it's like nails on a chalk board to me... it's so much easier for me when I come here because they have TVs in the room and provide me with headphones & let me go on netflix. It's a great distraction & the headphones cancel out some of the noise of the teeth cleaning. read more

I had a have a filling replaced. The Cottage Dental team sold me on a laser procedure that promised to get rid of the needles and drills. I'm not exactly afraid of those things, but I absolutely hate the lagging effects of the anesthesia (drooling mess) and drills. They said they are just 1% of the dental offices in the country to be certified with this laser drill. Just had the procedure yesterday and I have to say I was absolutely happy. 15 minutes, was able to eat right after, and no after effects. No pain, no issues. Extremely pleased as the procedure delivered exactly what was promised. For those who are looking for a more painfree and high service dental experience, I would recommend Cottage Dental. read more

I have never been to a dentist's office where I felt so comfortable and taken care of. I have been there three times: for a consultation with invisalign, a cleaning, and for a filling. At each appointment, the staff walked me through all of my options, considering the best financial options for me and the options best for my oral health. They provided me with all of the necessary procedural and financial information (filling and invisalign), letting me review the information and giving me the option to accept or reject either procedure. When I decided against invisalign for financial reasons, suggesting that I may go to a less expensive orthodontist, Dr. Nguyen was incredibly understanding and ecouraged me to take the best course of action for myself. The cleaning and filling were very efficient (my filling, which was on my very back molar, only took a half an hour!) and the staff walked me through everything they were doing. Via informative videos, very thorough explanations, and before and after photos of my teeth (for filling), the staff of Cottage Dental has equipped me with excellent knowledge of my oral health status. Dr. Nguyen and her staff are incredibly friendly and clearly know their way around teeth! My filling looks and feels great, and I am prepared with the knowledge necessary to combat my developing periodontis. In summary, I will be a loyal customer to this knowledgeable, caring, and professional dentist's office as long as I'm here in Orange County. read more

This place is AMAZING!! Like many people, prior to coming to Cottage Dental I had high anxiety about the dentist due to previously bad experiences with a dentistry chain I will not name. Since coming to Cottage Dental 3ish years ago, I no longer have anxiety about seeing my dentist. I now go every 6 months to have my regular cleanings because I know it will be a positive experience at Cottage Dental. I've had old fillings redone, and they make sure I'm completely numb before starting (seems like a no brainer, but I was traumatized as a kid by drilling with no numbing shot). Everyone is always smiling and explains every procedure to you, even simple cleanings! If you ever feel discomfort, just put your left hand up, and they immediately stop. And, does your dentist TEXT you? I don't mean generic appointment reminders, I mean offering to get me in sooner than my originally scheduled appointment! After my treatment today, the dentist actually text me to make sure I was doing OK, like are you serious?! Nowhere else will you get such a comfortable, genuine dental experience. I now live in LA and still make the drive to Fullerton. Why? Because they are 100% worth the drive. read more

Ever since I was a little boy I've been a patient of Cottage Dental. Dr. Kim is a very sweet and gentle dentist. The other ladies on staff, from the front desk to dental assistants, are all kind and helpful. This dental office also participates often in community outreach, such as an annual drive at a nearby elementary school. read more

Going to the dentist is always a difficult experience for me. I hate the xrays to the shots to the pain after the procedure is over. My experience at Cottage Dental, however, was the complete opposite. I was kindly greeted by Tiffany at the front desk when I first walked in. She gave me a brief tour, showed me the coffee station and phone charging area, and made me feel very welcomed. I went in for my appointment and was being helped by Maddie. She was very friendly, answered my questions, and gave me a brief heads up about what I would be doing during my visit. She took my xrays and it was the first time I felt NO pain during an xray. She was skilled, gentle, and quick! Dr. Ortega came in, introduced herself, and started answering some more questions and going over my xrays. She was very patient and helpful! When I came back to get my fillings I again received a very nice welcome, felt absolutely no pain when Dr. Kim gave me my shots, and Dr. Ortega and Maddie checked on me constantly to make sure while they were completing my fillings that I was comfortable. Andrea was very helpful in getting my next appointment set up and made sure to ask me questions about myself while I waited for things to print. It was a very personal touch! Plus they have movies you can watch while you get your procedures done! Definitely the best experience at a dental office I've had this far. read more

Quick, painless and to the point! Had a good experience here. They have a charging station for your electronics whilst you wait, friendly staff and knowledgeable to say the least. I had a filling done and it was less than 20 minutes! They have a massage chair which takes out any nervous kinks you may have, and Maddie and Dr. Ortega really know what they are doing. I would highly recommend this one stop dentist shop to anyone! read more

I hate going to the dentist, but this place is great. Dr. Paco and Dr. Lehman are very nice, professional, and caring dentists. The office is clean and staff are super friendly. So glad I found this place! read more

I'm always super nervous at dentists, but these ladies know what they are doing! They never made a move that they didn't explain beforehand, which calmed my nerves immensely. And they constantly asked how I was doing. Bonus: they never asked me questions that weren't "yes" or "no", so there wasn't that awkward "I can't really talk because my mouth is full" thing. I got a filling done by them today, and it always takes a little more anesthesia to get me numb. Dr. Paco explained that she would do the initial anesthetic, and then move very slow to make sure I wasn't in pain. The moment I felt something, she stopped and administered more anesthesia. As nervous as I was, I left feeling really cared for and listened to. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Dr. Kim and her staff always pull out the red carpet. No joke. I had the pleasure of meeting a new staff member on my last visit. Her name is Raize - I hope I spelled that right. She was very professional and has such a light hand. I was in and out as usual. Next appt will be to remove my braces and pick up my retainer. I'm super excited. Thank you for everything Dr. Kim and staff!! read more

Cottage Dental - Chapman Avenue - General Dentistry Near Me - Fullerton, California

I'm so happy to be posting my first-ever Yelp review! My friend recommended Cottage Dental to me about 8 years ago, and I have been going there ever since. Everyone who works there is SO friendly and nice, including the dentists, hygienists, and front desk staff. I have always been intimidated by going to the dentist - but not here. They are so gentle and professional. I don't even mind going to the dentist now - and I go often because I have Invisalign braces. Going to the dentist at Cottage Dental truly is a pleasant experience. I drive about 45 minutes each way just to get there, because it is so worth it. I also do so with my 4-year old daughter, who I take to their Brea office. I have always found it hard to find a good dentist, doctor, etc. So when I find a good one I stick with it. I highly recommend Cottage Dental, they are the best!!! I found out I will be done wearing my Invisalign braces at the end of August. I'm 41 years old and thought I would be destined to have crooked teeth my whole life. It is so amazing to see my teeth are basically straight now and the process was so easy. Everyone at Cottage Dental are so supportive and really care - I wouldn't have taken the chance on this if it wasn't for their support. Thank you! read more

I was in a hurry it was before work and I got in and got My cavity done fast and without numbing my mouth! They are always so polite. I love this office read more

Cottage Dental is excellent! I have been a patient 25 years and although I have moved approximately 100 miles away, I still continue to keep having all my dental work done by Cottage Dental. Dr. Nguyen and Dr. Paco are superb and their staff is very professional and courteous. I always receive compliments on my teeth and I highly recommend them to all who are seeking an enjoyable experience at the dentist! read more

First time patient. I was a walk in and hoped they could squeeze me in. The receptionist said that they were fully booked that day. I told the receptionist I was leaving out of town the following day and she told me to wait a second and she went back and talk to the doctor. She told me if I had time to wait around he would try to squeeze me in. He did and he did a wonderful job. The place is super clean, very professional and I also made an appointment to come back and have my teeth clean the following month. I gave them five stars because they deserve it. read more

Best dentist I have been to. Had deep gum cleaning and a cavity filled. Before I knew it, I was done. I asked about the cavity, they said they did it already. I did not feel the shot or the drilling. That is what you call GOOD! read more

Highly recommend for all services! Everyone is so professional and caring. I have been a patient for over 20 years and have had few treatments done and I never feel nervous. Dr. Kim and her entire staff work so hard to make very one feel comfortable. Look no further and make your appointment today. read more

My first couple visits I felt like I was being taken care of and comfortable because we all know the dentist isnt the best but that quickly changed and had me so unhappy leaving because the first couple visits we had a treatment plan then another thing and another thing and another kept getting added to the chart and the bill at the time I didnt have dental insurance so 1,800 turned into a total of just under 6,000. Yes I know my fault for no insurance and not there fault because prices are what they are but when you scare a patient into treatment thats not right. I expressed if it could wait till I got my insurance in about a month or urgent of course they said urgent. Once I left I sat in my car and decided to get a second opinion because they wanted to add 1,300 more and the other dentist said you can hold off just be sure to get back. Cori was the front desk and she was the best part of the whole place! Sadly she no longer works there because I saw her at my consult for a root canal specialist office... I absolutely do not recommend they build and build your bill, if you have insurance you dont think twice. Also one major point that needs to be stated is that they did 2 crowns that never sat right and HURT for 1.5 months came back said that just eat on the other side it may take 1 month 2 months 6 months depends on the patient, new dentist shaved it down in one day and no pain! read more

Love the entire team at Cottage Dental. I actually look forward to my trips back. Such a kind and wonderful group of people and their office has convenient hours available to fit my work schedule. Thank you all! read more

The best care you will get for your teeth! Super staff and honest billing. Thanks for my beautiful smile.

Dr. Kim and her team are awesome! I've had both a cleaning and work done here and every visit has been quick and painless. They do a great job ensuring your comfort throughout the process and walk you through everything in a very friendly manner. Happy to have found a great office in Fullerton. I will continue to come here for my dental needs. read more

Cottage Dental has changed the way I feel about dentist. Prior to coming I had not been to a dentist in 7 years. I would take pain killers on a daily basis for tooth discomfort and avoid the dentist at all cost. Finally a co-worker recommended this place and I fell in LOVE. The people here make you feel welcomed from the moment I enter. They listen and understand my worries and go above and beyond in making me feel comfortable. The girls at the front desk walk me through, in detail, what my insurance covers and what/why I have spend. Dr. Karen and Crystal are always a joy to be around. They are just so friendly and professional. Crystal does this breathing thing with us, "breath in, relax shoulders, relax your arms...," and so on. The little things, like the breathing exercise, makes a huge difference. I have been coming here for the past 1 1/2 and now I no longer fear dentist or clowns (I always sit in the clown room). So far I have referred my sister, mom and hopefully soon my little brother will be calling them up. read more

I have been going to this office since 2007. On my own insurance since 2011. I like that the staff is all female! They are very gentle and they listen to your needs. If you have questions or concerns about anything, they will not hesitate to reassure you about a procedure or treatment options. I like that during the cleaning, if you feel any discomfort, they stop and let you rest before they continue. The doctor's really want you to feel comfortable. Also, they don't pressure you to do anything. If you need to get any work done, they tell you what and where, but you don't have to feel like you HAVE to get it done right that second. I hope to continue to go to their office for many years. read more

As Erin H. mentions Dr. Nguyen and her staff definitely do go above and beyond to ensure patients are comfortable and happy. I've been terrified of the dentists for years especially since I've been to the ones with primitive practices and equipment, so endured pain and horror. But aside from that, this place makes you forget they're here to fill your cavities or give you a root canal. If you have been avoiding the dental all these years, this is a great place to start. read more

I used to work with Dr. Kim many years ago, and am now a patient. I trust her and know I will be taken care of with courtesy and skill. Love the whole office. Congratulations on your up coming 25 anniversary! read more

Dr. Kimberly Nguyen and her staff go above and beyond to ensure patients are comfortable and happy. The entire team is always full of smiles, happy to answer questions, and gentle-handed. They offer sedation services for those with extra sensitive teeth, which not every office does. I would recommend Cottage Dental to anyone in search of a dentist or who feels the time might be right to try someone new. They are fabulous. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Nguyen's for over a decade and have always been impressed with the professionalism and friendliness of her and her staff. They are always keeping up to date with the latest technology and techniques to ensure you get the most comfortable, comprehensive treatment. I can not recommend her enough to anyone looking for a new dentist. read more

Fantastic, caring, and stellar service! I used to work for a retailer that prides itself in customer service and I have to say everyone here is truly exemplary of that! Approachable, caring, and stellar service! The doctor was knowledgeable and humorous! The reviews do not lie! Word of advice, double check what network your dental plan is in! read more

The entire staff is super friendly and considerate. I was asked multiple times about my comfort and if they could get me anything. They offer Netflix for their patients and because I'm out of network, they even pulled up a cost breakdown so I could prepare for future visits. Everyone was thorough in their work and also gentle, a huge plus for any dentist! I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Been coming for the past couple years and I love it I come from Irvine and plan to make the drive for the years to come. Great dr and staff! They make you feel very welcome. read more

I hate dentists...getting that out of the way, Cottage Dental did a fantastic job on my wife and my teeth. I had been telling myself that I need to get into the dentist for a cleaning for a while when I woke up with a pain in the back of my mouth. After a couple hours of agony I realized I needed to find a dentist. After a quick yelp search I found Cottage Dental. I called and they were able to squeeze me in the same day. When I went in they were incredibly friendly. After a quick chat and a tour of the office I was brought back for some x-rays and a good tooth cleaning. Discovered I needed to get a tooth removed and scheduled it for the following Saturday. When I was leaving I got an emergency phone call from my wife saying her crown had cracked. I went back into the office and one of the receptionists helped me calm my wife down and was able to get her an appointment the next day. She also had a great visit when she went in. When I went back in for my extraction I went to the children's location and received outstanding service. The dentist numbed my mouth with no pain and was able to extract the tooth very quickly with as little pain as possible in the situation. Seriously Cottage Dental, while I am still not a fan of the dentist, I am a fan of you guys and will be returning for all of my dental work from now on. Thank you! read more

Great professional people. Best dentist I have been to in a long time, great with kids and up front with everything.

I hate giving 5 stars, but as the description says, Cottage Dental is "as good as it gets!" You know, no one likes going to the dentist, in fact, some people are absolutely terrified and do all they can to avoid going to the dentist. With that being said, Cottage Dental makes the dental experience as pleasurable and enjoyable as possible. I've had two visits so far, and both times, I've been pleased with the efficiently, professionalism, kindness, and care with which the staff works. If you have to go to a dentist, go to Cottage Dental, they're that great! read more

Dr. Nguyen was fantastic! I had a crown done, which was my most evasive procedure yet, and I felt absolutely no pain. She was great monitoring how I felt all along. The fact that the office can work on you and fit you with a permanent crown all at once is so a big plus! Beats taking unnecessary extra days off work. And of course, Karla who was assisting, and Stephanie n Cindy who work in the front office are always so pleasant and helpful! I found my longtime dentist office and won't be seen anywhere else beside Cottage Dental or Kids Corner Dental!!! :) (This goes for me, my husband, and my 7 month old son who are all patients.) :) read more

This place is great! The staff really care about the patients and ensure that the patients know what to expect and that they are comfortable. I would feel uncomfortable and unsure of the status of my teeth and overall health of my mouth at my previous dentist, but here I am able to ask questions and actually see the process of some procedures. They also have a variety of high tech equipment that my previous dentist did not have. I would definitely recommend this facility. It is also an all woman staff so hooray for that...girl power! read more

Ive been going here for the past 2-3 years and every visit is always pleasant. I've always hated going to the dentist growing up, but this place is amazing. The staff are all super friendly. The office staff are always accommodating to my schedule and work with your insurance to give you the best possible price and scheduling. I've had work done with both Dr. Paco and Dr. Nguyen and they are both skilled and professional. A+ business. read more