I've always had a lot of anxiety around the dentist and due to some bad experiences found myself with a large gap in my dental care. I found Haight Street Dental and am so happy I did. Dr. Patel has been so patient, kind and not judgemental and really made me feel like I was in good, caring hands. They are also extremely transparent with payment and walk you through exactly what to expect including when there is potential for a higher cost so there are no surprises. This is the first time I haven't been terrified to go to the dentist so I had to write a review for anyone else feeling nervous! read more

Judgmental, pious, pretentious and patronizing is how I found Dr. M. Patel. I advised her to meet her patients where they are. She took a patronizing approach in a very strident way. I found her approach not be an educational one, but rather as inflexible expectations she holds. I liked neither her attitude, not her bully approach to patient engagement. Technically, she's fine, but I felt she pushed a treatment cadence that was more business model than patient-centric. I have ended my engagement with her. When I challenged her approach, she alleged I yelled at her - I did not, I simply disagreed with her. She left a very bad taste in my mouth. read more

Just had my first visit to Haight Street Dental for routine x-rays, exam, and cleaning. Clean, prompt, transparent pricing, gentle, friendly - truly nothing but great things to say and will be recommending this office to everyone I know. Beatriz and Dr. Patel were great, as well as the front desk staff. read more

Well THAT was lovely! First time at this dentist, saw Dr Patel (there are two dentists at this location). Excellent reception, no wait, great care by technician (Carla), superlative care and explanations from Dr Patel. I'm more motivated to do care at home than any other dentist has left me, not out of fear but out of understanding. I appreciated the photos taken of each tooth so I could see the wear myself and realize that yes, I should be wearing that danged mouth guard at night. read more

Generally have a good experience. Easy to schedule and a clean and convenient office.

I have been a patient of Dr Kenneth Han the last 5 years. At Haight Street Dental I was first a patient of Dr Gee, then Dr Tanelian, and later on Dr Nguyen. All in all I have been to Haight trees Dental about 12 years or so. Dr Han is truly a dentist of high distinction. Impeccable dental service and a dentist who know what is the best for his patients. He explains step by step throughout his dental procedures and possesses a vast knowledge of up-to-date modern dental services. I can write an essay about Dr Han but it would be superfluous. Do not hesitate to seek him out . You won't be sorry but you will feel better after you leave his office. read more

I've lived in the neighborhood for years and when my long time dentist retired a friend recommended Haight Street Dental so I decided to try them out. I was impressed with the friendliness and helpfulness of the office staff and Dr. Patel was wonderful. She was much more informative about my teeth than my previous dentist and gave me insight and helpful recommendations for the care of my teeth. I have no hesitation giving Haight Street Dental a 5 star review. read more

A pleasant experience all-around, from the office to the chair. I'm a long time client (15+ years) and started with Dr. Gee, then Dr. Tanielian, and now Dr. Han. The clinic has also gone through a nice renovation. I didn't always have dental insurance so I needed help (a root canal) when I started here, but have had no problems since. I do also like getting text reminders for appointments in advance. Even though I've moved out of the neighborhood, I continue to get my dental care here. read more

My excellent dentist of many years, Michael Gamboa, retired, and I finally found a worthy successor in Dr. Kenneth Han, who was recommended by my oral surgeon. Kenneth is a superb practitioner, highly trained and skilled. He cares about his patients, and treats then with respect and empathy. With Kenneth, you always know why he recommends procedures, and what all the options are. He is meticulous in his work, yet somehow also manages also to be quick and painless. I highly recommend him. read more

Going to the dentist was never on the priority list, but now that I am much older it appears that I should have prioritized dental hygiene more. My latest visit to Haight Street Dental was to replace my dentures. Dr. Han explained the overall process and procedure for the dentures in a very professional yet caring manner. Dr Han and staff was so accommodating and helpful. The staff made the visit stress free and enjoyable. I look forward to getting my new dentures fitted in a few weeks so I can enjoy my food even more. read more

My wonderful dentist retired in 2020, and I tried to search for a new one on my own. Location and laziness in the depths of the pandemic brought me to Haight Street Dental in December 2020. While the reception staff is great and the facilities more than adequate, I got an incredible feeling of being scammed from my experience here. I've heard of lots of friends being taken for a ride with unnecessary dental work (braces, fillings, root canals, crowns, etc.) and this absolutely seems like that kind of place. Having literally never had a cavity during my 7 years with my previous dentist, I was told I needed 7 fillings by Dr. Lam. This pattern is a generally a huge red flag. During and after my visit, I requested my x-rays and photos taken during my visit, and was told I'd be emailed them. I returned the next day to talk through the fillings I needed, and to possibly get them done, and only then did I find out that I only had 1-2 possible cavities, and the rest were preventative fillings that Dr. Lam wanted to "redo." Was it a coincidence that the cost of the number of fillings added up to EXACTLY my annual insurance benefit? I have yet to receive my x-rays that I paid for (6 months later), or the photos of my teeth taken during my visit. Is that a coincidence as well? I asked a friend of friend who is a dentist whether this all seemed plausible, and their response was, "that dentist got bills to pay." read more

Must say this place is great, I saw Dr. Lam about a year ago or maybe a little more since COVID happened. Sadly she is booked up to the end of August so I decided to give Dr. Han a try since I definitely need a cleaning badly. They are both great very different in their on way but when it came to my teeth they were both in the same page since they both have access to my chart. Dr. Han informed me about gum recession I didn't know that could happen due to stress I guess I'm grinding my teeth now more then I did before, I'm glad he catch it now rather than later, he thinks we should still monitor this for now since the world is getting back to normal my stress might too. So we will reevaluate in 6 months. The assistance and the front desk are always awesome they are all super friendly! and I'm happy to say I had no copays. Isn't that lovely.. I don't know who I'll be seeing next but I sure do hope to be back in 6 months. read more

I felt really safe during my dentist appointment. I was a little skeptical early covid time but after seeing an article about how gum disease and poor hygiene is linked to Alzheimer's. I made my appointment right away! The staff were efficient. They took my temp the moment I knocked on their front door. They told me to hand sanitize and we immediately walked into the room. They had this vacuum machine that would capture all the aerosolized particles and air purifier turned on. I wasn't worried at all. Dr. Han is a very detailed dentist. He's thorough and gave me really good advice about how to keep cavities away. I was impressed by his knowledge and will definitely be going to him until I need dentures lol! Thank you Haight St. Dental!! read more

I have been a patient at Haight Street Dental for almost 5 years. Dr. Han and the Haight Street Dental staff are first-rate and the entire experience -- from appointment booking, through the visit, to follow up, to billing -- is excellent. Dr. Han brings a wealth of dental knowledge that he draws on to address everything from routine care to complex dental issues. He is up-to-date on the latest advances in his field, and he takes the time to discuss relevant options. Dr. Han is detail-oriented, professional and an incredible dentist. I highly recommend Dr. Han and Haight Street Dental. read more

Beeen going for years. Great care, gentle, quick, and good quality. Highly recommended.

I was in need of a new dentist for various reasons and Haight St. Dental was recommended by a Dentist friend who is semi-retired. Today was my first visit and it was probably the most efficient, professional, and pleasant dental office experience ever - even during times of Covid. Dr. Han was impressive with his knowledge of trends on preventive and restorative methods which I believe will be helpful in devising a plan for future work on older fillings, crowns, etc. He was also very patient with my many questions (since I was new) on the instruments and procedures at the practice. Dr. Han demonstrated an enthusiasm for dentisry that I'd not encountered in my 20+ years with SF dentists. I'm very pleased and wish I had found Haight St. Dental sooner, and made the change from my previous dentist. Thank you. read more

I absolutely love this place. Getting an appointment was easy, the staff was competent and friendly. Dr. Hahn (spelling) was so efficient, informative and kind. He also is an SF native, which doesn't matter, but we chatted about SF things during procedure. Couldn't be happier with a local dentist office. Cheers, Mark read more

I have lived in SF for many years, and this is my go to dentist based on the past 5-6 I've gone too (SF + Oakland). At first, I went there based on close proximity to where I lived, but after going in a couple times for cleanings with Kenneth, I knew this was the best spot for me. I now live in a new spot and travel across SF to see these folks; best in class. They are professional, have taken appropriate covid measures for those coming in and for themselves. And they are great people. Also Kenneth does an amazing job at cleaning without the hurting aspect; very diligent in his techniques. If you're looking for a dentist in Sf, I would definitely recommend these guys. read more

I called for an emergency visit and even though I wasn't already their patient, the front desk associate got me in the same day. The entire team was professional, kind and welcoming. The doctor was thorough and explained what he was doing while he worked and his bedside manner was impeccable. If I wasn't moving, I would have made them my regular dentist. 5 stars well deserved. read more

Dr. Han deserves 5+ stars! I've seen many different dentists and orthodontists in the past, and can say with 100% sincerity that Dr. Han is the best I've been treated by. He is incredibly kind, patient and respectful, and takes the time to answer all of my questions. I'be had extensive dental work done in the past, and unfortunately more to do in the future. He has explained everything very thoroughly and is very honest and open about costs, and the time/care it will take to get my teeth where I want them to be. He is also very timely, which is something that is important to me in healthcare providers! At our first appointment, he took the time to introduce himself and his background, even showing me his bio page. Incredibly personable. I feel that this is the best dental care I could receive in San Francisco. Highly, highly recommend to other patients. read more

Recently, I got into a bike accident and among various injuries, fractured a few teeth. While some of my other injuries were more prominent, it was my teeth I was most concerned about. I worried they'd never feel the same again. Shortly after the accident, I saw Dr Nguyen for a consultation. She relieved my fears a little when she said I wouldn't need crowns, only fillings. When it came time to fix the teeth, she did it quickly and painlessly. A week or so later I still felt some sensitivity and so she saw me again to make sure there wasn't anything we missed. Turns out my nerves were still healing because a couple weeks later I felt as good as knew. Really appreciate her thoroughness and would recommend to anyone who needs dental work (or even just a cleaning.) read more

Went here for my first appointment yesterday. I was really surprised walking in to a nice modern dental office. The staff was really friendly and provided me with my insurance information before we even started with X-rays. I was absolutely happy they told me X-rays are a full benefit my insurance provides. Dr. Nguyen explained what is the difference between a healthy tooth and a tooth with a cavity, sadly I have 3 cavities but is not so bad for not seeing a dentist in 3 years. I had my teeth clean after she overview the X-rays and in my opinion she did a great job. I do have to agree that I was debating to go here after reading a few bad reviews, but after the experience I had, I recommend Haight Street Dental 100%. I'll be back in 6 months for my next cleaning. read more

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The doctors here are guilty of negligence! do not go here!!! I had cavities on my wisdom teeth and they didn't tell me! after a year they pointed it out and I asked why they didn't say something sooner. they shrugged and said sorry. i could have kept my teeth now my wisdom teeth need to get removed and it's 5k. go somewhere else if you want to keep faith in your doctors, read more

I'd had a positive experience getting my teeth cleaned by Dr. Han and the staff. There was PPE provided and the staff was fully PPE'd up. My only complaint would be not being able to use the restroom and the $20 PPE charge, but I can look past that because it is understandable why the restrooms are closed and the cost for all the PPE and additional protective equipment the business has provided to minimize coronavirus spread. read more

I can count on one hand how many cavities I had until I started going here. Every time I went, I had at least one cavity or one area that needed to be monitored. The last time I went, I was told I had one cavity and one area that needed to be monitored. By that time, I had my suspicions. I went to a different dentist for a second opinion. That dentist told me I didn't have any cavities or areas of concern. I haven't had a "cavity" since I stopped going here. read more

Office: the office looks nice and new for being there 11 years, it looks like they just recently remodeled. The staff mention that there are some little details to be finished but to me it looks just perfect, the furniture and music makes me feel like I'm waiting for a day in the spa not the dentist. Staff: The girls are sweet and have great customer service. Emely, (reception) was very nice to help me out in finding my insurance coverage. Juana and Ana were super gentle while taking my X-rays, luckily for me because I have a bad gag reflect so they were both sweet to do this as a team so it would be faster for me.. thanks ladies. The Doctor: Dr. T as I like to call him since his name is a little hard for me to pronounce :(. He was very informative and answer all my questions, as he was doing my exam he was telling me everything he was doing. He eventually got to my cleaning and recommended to come back for some additional work. I was pleased that the dentist did my cleaning instead of a hygienist. Thank you Dr. T see you soon. read more

I hate to leave negative reviews (especially as everyone working here seemed friendly and nice) but I had a bad experience with this dentist. On my first visit, they told me I needed several fillings and a wisdom tooth removal. This was surprising to me after 29 years of regular checkups and not needing fillings, but I thought maybe previous dentists had overlooked things that need doing, so got them done. This ended up costing me more than expected, as they said my insurance would cover it all but it didn't. Next check up, 6 months later, they told me I needed 6 more fillings. This time, it was hard to believe they weren't just after my money - I went to another dentist for a second opinion, who looked at their x rays and the treatment plan and said they were recommending fillings for teeth where I just had a bit of staining, and no decay. I have since had another check up with this new dentist, and they showed me that there is now a problem with one of the fillings Haight Street Dental did just a year ago - which isn't covered by insurance because it was done so recently. This is very frustrating and makes me anxious that the other work they did is going to cause me issues down the road. The office itself was fine and everyone seemed professional and friendly, so I want to assume good intentions but my experience with them was negligent at best. read more

My review has two parts. First of all, customer service. I've moved out of town so will not be using Dr. Gee any more. I called on the request of my new dentist to get xrays and the office manager was incredibly helpful, locating them immediately and offering to email them so I wouldn't have to stop by and pick them up. Second, my visit which was I guess 2 years ago now. A solid 4 stars. It was my first experience with a digital dentist and it was cool to see the playlist up there along with my mouth. Not sure that "House of Pain" was what I wanted to see on the list but whatever. The exam and cleaning were thorough and efficient. Only complaint, and this is maybe echoing some of the "bedside manner" comments mentioned by others, is that Dr. Gee led with something like "let's see what kind of problems we find here" when in fact I had been taking care of my teeth and didn't expect any cavities or gum nasties and in fact none were found. read more

Dr. Han was amazing! I especially liked how he showed me pictures and taught me about my teeth throughout the appointment. Never had a dentist so personable! Can't recommend him enough. read more

Dr. Han is an amazing dentist. Very thorough and is even open enough to share his work online on the office's Instagram. He observes all the PPE precautions one would hope for in this new environment and goes the extra mile for all his patients. Would give 6 stars if I could! Haight Street Dental definitely found someone I could return to for my routine checkups! read more

I have been living on Haight Street in San Francisco for two years. That is when I started using Haight Street Dental. I recently visited for a cleaning. Dr. Han not only remembers me, but remembers details that I had forgotten about myself. I say that simply to say that in an era of horrible customer service, when I find someone who does it well, I say something. This last visit I was immediately seen. Within 5 minutes of getting in the chair, Dr. Han was ready to see me. From the time I walked in until the time I walked out the door was a total of 30 min. And, Dr. Han did a remarkable job. It was such a pleasant and efficient visit. It is so refreshing to be treated this way. Thank you. read more

If you're hunting for a dentist, here's what you need to know: *If you come here, you better have insurance. It is not an inexpensive dentistry practice. *The atmosphere is incredibly comfortable. I don't think I've ever been so at ease at the dentist. Even growing up in Portland (Oregon), no place I went to was ever so laid back and easy going. The staff is younger but highly competent. They let me stash my bike inside because it was a replacement and I was too nervous to leave it out right after my last one was stripped nearby. They didn't bat an eye to accommodate me. *Everything they have done has been efficient. Unlike other reviews, they did not exaggerate any filling needs or cavities. I take medicine that has a side effect of causing cavities, however, no action taken was unnecessary. (Note: I am a cautious minimalist, as well, so I would notice). *While I love going here, you should know that even for insurance holders, the options are pricey. Perhaps not for you directly, but for the company you work for. Food for thought... As far as ethical pricing and the list of charges they'll place on your invoice, probably skating a fine line here. *The convenience of the location, the kindness of the staff, the ease of which my dental needs are met all contribute to keeping my relationship here. read more

I don't know if it's some kind of self-voyeurism, but I am REALLY REALLY interested in my own teeth. If you're like me, and you admire attractive, high-tech facilities and enjoy being really nosy about what your doctor is doing, you are gonna like Haight Street Dental. The atmosphere inside is modern, but welcoming. They have all the newest machines and updated systems, so you've really got some advanced technology working for you. They have an oral video camera that goes into your mouth, which allows you to see (on a flat screen monitor) inside your own mouth. They have a snazzy machine that takes your frontal x-rays painlessly in under 2 minutes (although, you still have to wear that bib that weighs 100 lbs). And they have a monitor on which you can actually view your own digital x-rays, line-item estimates on all your costs, a complete listing of your treatment plan, AND a graphical representation of your teeth with the areas that the doctor would like to work on marked in red. It's like Gattaca, except without the super humans and the haunting musical score. The best dental office I've been to in YEARS. ---------- UPDATE: 07/03/2007 I was incredibly obnoxious in the chair while getting my silver fillings replaced with white ones. I kept insisting the fillings were "too big", but really I was just really fucked up on the local anesthesia, which was making my head feel really bloated and heavy. Dr. Gee was very patient about it. My teeth are fine. And pretty. read more

Wow. I wasn't going to say anything because Dr. Gee responded promptly when i wanted a refund, however now i feel as if i need to inform yelp of my experience: I had an appointment with Dr. Anakwenze. Very casual (a little too casual) bedside manner, but otherwise nice. Went in for a $100 cleaning, and was then charged $550 for a "deep cleaning/ root planing" which was definately never performed (note, they did give me a refund respectively). However, the worst part, was that Dr. Anakwenze said i had 3 cavities in a row, and that he would have to drill into all of them! This was a shocker to me considering i haven't had one cavity in 15 yrs. I then went to get a second opinion with my family dentist of 20 years back on the East Coast. Turns out i did not have 3 cavities, but "maybe" one cavity which was in a completely different area of the "3" cavaties Dr. Anakwenze claimed that i would need to have filled. And to top things off, she said he did a terrible job on the cleaning. I'm really glad i got a second opinion, and didn't drop thousands into the hands of someone who had no idea what they're doing. If Dr. Gee is smart, i think he should seriously re-think his staff choices. Worst dental experience thus far. read more

OK, full disclosure: i am TERRIFIED of the dentist. i have got to be a dentist's worst client nightmare, i'm scared and whiney, i feel every little thing and require tons of novocaine. dr. gee and his staff have been so kind and so understanding with me, i can't stress enough how pleased i am with his care. we just finished a crown last night; the new work fits perfectly, and i was out of there in 20 minutes! dr. gee is a fast driller, very competent and a very nice man. he takes the time to explain the procedures, and his staff are friendly and professional. i would recommend this dentist to anyone, even the aprehensive patient, like myself. read more

Haight Street Dental has a new dentist, Dr. Ugo Anakwenke. I had an appointment with Dr. Anakwenze. He was friendly enough, but went on and on about how HUGE my cavities were. I felt like he said it way too much. Once probably would have been too much, actually. He then told me that I was probably going to need 3 root canals. This would cost thousands of dollars, even after insurance, so I went and got a second opinion. The second dentist (Dr. Heejay Chung, highly recommended) actually found cavities than Dr. Anakwenze missed, but suggested much more conservative treatments, possibly one root canal but mostly just fillings. She also told me that a propensity for cavities is genetic, which is something that I wish more dentists would point out instead of automatically assuming that you never floss, which is definitely not true in my case. His office was clean and hip and very well decorated. They had the most up-to-date technology. Unfortunately, I need more than shiny things to feel comfortable. I noticed that he has only been out of dental school for one year, and I think he just lacks experience. I was definitely struck by how young he was. It is particularly hurting him with his bedside manner. Maybe it was also a lack of experience that made him want to jump right to the root canals. I'll give him the benefit of the doubt there, as I'd hate to think he'd opt for unnecessary root canals to make more money. I really don't think that's the case, although I may be wrong. Basically, I think he's alright, but there are definitely more experienced dentists out there. read more

Do not go here! I have been supporting this doctor since he opened, sending friends there etc. His bedside manner is horrible. He was so rude to me the last time I wanted an adjustment on a filling. Looking back, I realize how much bad work he has done since I have been going there since he opened (including leaving a partial tooth in my mouth after an extraction) Go downtown to the real dentists, this place is not worth your time. read more

There is something amazingly comforting about hearing "rock the casbah" as you get a root canal. Dr Gee is super nice and very informitive, he walks you through every step of the process and explains exactly what he's doing and why he's doing it. he doesnt try any bullshit and is very upfront about costs and very helpful with insurance questions. The office is very clean and inviting, it feels comfortable and the assistants make you feel at home. best dental experience of my life. read more

I have the worst teeth on the planet. In the past 3 years I have been in the dentist's chair for probably over 24 hours, and seen my fair share of crappy dentists. I switched to Haight Street Dental earlier this year and will never go anywhere else! One of my pet peeves about other dental offices is when you walk in, you either pass other patients being drilled on, or you are sharing a room with another patient. I am pretty good when it comes to getting dental work, but I do not want to see or hear what is going on in the rest of the clinic. With Dr. G its just you, him, and the assistant. He also plays music- and not 90's hits radio station, but actual good music. It is a nice distraction. To top it all off, he is FAST! He did a root canal and a permanent filling on me in 45 minutes! The best root canal experience I have ever had. Thanks, Dr. Gee!!! read more

I moved and had to find a new dentist, which, I think universally everyone can agree, is a terrible thing to have to do. After researching where my insurance is accepted and yelp reviews, I decided to come to Haight Street Dental, and I'm so glad I did! I was seen by Dr. Alex Tanielian for a cleaning and x-rays. The front office staff were super professional and kind, offering me water as I waited. I was super nervous, so Dr. Tanielian was very careful during his exam and cleaning, talking me through what he was doing. I was particularly surprised that if he asked me a question, he would take his dental instruments out of my mouth so I could actually answer... I thought they could just automatically understand mumbling... I guess I procrastinated too long to find a new dentist, and had some cavities. He took pictures and showed me what was happening, then explained what the options are for management and his recommendations. He was a very clear communicator, and helped me choose the best option for me. I am so relieved to have found a great dentist, and I highly recommend this office! read more

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