Warning: Sensitive Teeth? Please read…read more I'm not one to shy away from a good teeth-whitening adventure, but my recent experience was more "ouch" than "ahh." After years of slaving away with home whitening kits (think: tedious repetition and questionable results), I decided to take the plunge and try a professional service. The reviews were glowing, and I was sold. The business itself was a breath of fresh air; clean, calming, and staff as friendly as a dental hygienist on a sugar high. My "whitener" (I love that term) walked me through the 1.5-hour process, warning me that dehydration could lead to discomfort. I nodded, confident in my ability to guzzle water like a camel. The first two rounds were a breeze. But, dear reader, the third round was where things took a turn for the worse. "Zingers" - that's what they called the sharp, painful blasts in my gums. I called it "agony." It started with a single, alarming jolt, followed by a fireworks display of discomfort (minus the festive atmosphere). I high-tailed it to the sink, rinsed, and chugged water like it was going out of style. The zingers eventually subsided, and I was left with a sparkling smile - or so I thought. Fast-forward four hours, and I was sitting in a restaurant, feeling like I'd been cast in a real-life episode of "Naked and Afraid" - minus the rugged outdoors, but with a healthy dose of tooth agony. My nerve endings were doing the cha cha slide, and I was regretting my life choices. The pain was so intense that I resorted to a multi-pronged attack: I brushed, I rinsed with ACT, I applied the "hydrating" gel they provided, and I even busted out the Sensodine (because, why not?). Ibuprofen was my new BFF. Eight. Long. Hours. That's how long it took for the pain to subside. I'm not exaggerating when I say it was one of the worst nights of my life. And, spoiler alert: the whitening effects didn't even last. My teeth are now back to their natural, slightly stained state, and I'm okay with that. In fact, I'm more than okay - I'm thrilled to be coffee-sipping and wine-savoring without the risk of teeth-induced torture. To anyone with sensitive teeth, I say: proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism). For me, the temporary bright smile just wasn't worth the agony.

Another great visit to La Teeth Whitening Lab. I liked it so much. I got an annual membership and I…read morehadn't gone in several months so I really needed it. Absolutely pleased and it's worth the drive from South Orange County.

I decided to try a different dentist for my routine cleaning, and I had such an amazing experience…read moreat Smile Cafe Dentistry. Deanna was my dental hygienist, and she took such great care of me. Getting a cleaning isn't always the most comfortable experience, but she immediately put me at ease. She was very gentle, listened to my concerns, addressed all of my needs thoughtfully, and properly educated me on prevention and maintaining good oral health. Before my appointment was over, she had Dr. Khan examine me to see whether braces or Invisalign would be a better option for me. I'm looking forward to hearing back from them and continuing my future dental care with their office.

The dentist and dental hygienist were both excellent--professional, knowledgeable, and confident in…read moretheir work. I had a very positive experience with the quality of care they provided. However, I found the pricing for ceramic crowns to be significantly higher than expected. I was quoted approximately $2,500 for a crown with the necessary foundation work, which seems well above the typical rates in the Huntington Beach area. In my experience, comparable treatment can be found at a lower cost in nearby Newport Beach. Additionally, the office is on the smaller side, and parking is limited, which can make visits a bit less convenient. Sorry, Dr. Khan--your expertise is priceless... unfortunately, my wallet strongly disagrees. LOL

Summer is the best! I get regular facials with her and recently had my teeth whitened! She's…read moreknowledgeable, friendly and explains every process thoroughly. Plus her space is so cute! 10/10 recommend!

Wasted time .. teeth whitening does not work . My friends and I will not be back . Just another pop…read moreup shop !

I've always a wonderful experience with Bruce as my dental hygienist. He is always professional,…read morefriendly, and makes me feel comfortable throughout my entire appointments. Bruce is always very thorough during my cleanings and takes the time to explain everything clearly, answering all of my questions with patience and care. His attention to detail and gentle approach make my visits much more pleasant than I expected. It's clear that he genuinely cares about his patients' oral health and overall comfort. I always leave feeling confident that I received excellent care. I highly recommend Bruce to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, skilled, and compassionate dental hygienist. Thank you for the outstanding service!

The front desk staff were amazing, very polite, courteous, and kind. Dr. Nguyen who did my…read moreprocedure was personable, very friendly, and had a great bedside manner. Daisy was also very helpful before and during my procedure. I always leave Oceanic Dental with a wonderful experience. They really do make it a personalized, experience and provide great care. I appreciate that they make sure I am comfortable every single time.

Micaela is amazing. She does a great job and makes you very comfortable while you get sprayed in…read moreyour basically your underwear. She's my go to gal.

Leah made my tanning experience so easy and stress-free! She was incredibly patient with all my…read morequestions and took the time to explain everything in detail. I was nervous at first, but her professionalism and warm demeanor instantly made me feel comfortable. I'm excited to see the final results thank you, Leah, you're amazing!

From answering my questions and concerns on the phone to the actual whitening session, Krystal was…read morevery patient, informative, professional and very kind and compassionate. It was my first time and I was really nervous, but she really put my anxiety at bay and the entire experience was really great and the results were Amazing!!! Now my husband wants to go get his teeth done too

This was my first whitening experience, and Krystal made sure that I was comfortable throughout the…read moreprocedure. After trying many times to whiten with whitening strips, I decided to try this out, and got a much better result in an hour than having to wait multiple hours for whitening strips to work over several days. I have sensitive teeth, but my teeth are not feeling too sensitive at all, so I am pleasantly surprised. Definitely worth the results!

I first found HAKU on social media and gave it a try last year. Fast forward to now, they have a…read morenice storefront in HB! You can book your time slot online. Easy booking. When you get the the location, note it's upstairs inside the salon. There's two stations so no more than 2 people at a time. A standard session has 4x 15 min. Same for touch up. Pain - I had a decent amount after the first session but honestly minimal for the touch up. Owner is Japanese speaking!!

This was my first teeth whitening treatment and I am glad I picked this place! Aya was very…read morefriendly and professional, explaining every question I had in detail. Results were beyond what I was expecting! I have sensitive teeth but surprisingly did not feel any pain during and after the treatment too. Will definitely be coming back for touch ups in future!

Booked my first ever teeth whitening appointment and I'm so glad it was with Alexa! She went above…read moreand beyond to make sure I was comfortable, knew the process and also had Netflix, making the time fly by. One thing to note is parking is tough to find in the area but there is 30 minute parking out front. Would highly recommend her services!

A wonderful experience! Thank you so much Alexa! I will most definitely be back soon :) Ivanaread more

I love Serena Smiles! I was referred here years ago by a friend when I lived in Huntington Beach,…read moreand I've been a loyal patient ever since. I'll be honest -- I've always dreaded the dentist. For years I felt unheard or dismissed when sharing concerns about my dental health, with my worries minimized and the advice always reduced to "just brush and floss more." Dr. Ta completely changed that experience for me. She genuinely listens, prioritizes my comfort, and has an incredible gentle touch -- I never feel a thing, even through a root canal and wisdom tooth extraction! I also love the whole Ta family team. Christine at the front desk is warm, welcoming, and always makes sure I fully understand my payment options. Tracy Ta I believe also does my cleanings and creates such a judgment-free environment -- she never makes me feel bad about my flossing habits and does a fantastic job every time. Every single staff member has been kind and attentive across all my visits. I recommend Serena Smiles to everyone I know and can't imagine going anywhere else!

Been thinking about invisalign for a while now but swept it under the rug for a while just because…read moremy teeth aren't terrible and it would just be a slight adjustment. Finally after 4 years of thinking about it I finally consulted at a few spots. Serene Smiles Dental was my last stop to get another opinion on it and make sure the quotes I was getting elsewhere was within the same price range. What made me ultimately decided on this spot to go through with my treatment was how knowledgeable and kind everyone at the office was. Dr. Phu was the one that did my consult, Christine was the one that that helped me with the price break down and helps with my scans and the a kind gentlemen did all of my other scans. They weren't pushy, they told me that I could take the price breakdown home and think about what was going to be best for me either paying in full, payment plans and/or insurance. Glad I decided to do one last consult here. Love the space and loved the team. Would recommend to all of my friends or family. Also wanted to note, I decided to do the suresmile aligners!

My son just recently had his braces removed so he wanted to get his teeth whitened. I called…read morevarious places and the prices were ridiculous. Luckily I found Erin. Not only did she charge less than the other places but she comes to your home. She was punctual and professional. She explained the process to my son and I very thoroughly. I highly recommend her. My whole family will be calling her up again for our own teeth whitening soon.

Erin was awesome, the experience was super easy and comfortable. And my teeth look great! I'll…read moredefinitely be coming back.