I am so grateful for Dr. Joy Morris. She is the absolute best dentist I have ever had the fortune to see. She is kind, intelligent, flexible, empathetic, and incredibly efficient in her practice. A must to give a shout out to the team, Monica is always so fun to catch up with when I come for visits and is absolutely stellar at managing the many clients/schedules. read more

I left this same review on the Noe Valley Cosmetic Dentistry page (not sure why there are 2 listings in Yelp): I just saw Dr Joy and thought she was GREAT! No frills, no up sells, just honest and approachable. I used to go to a fancy, high tech dentist downtown in the Financial District and he was always trying to get me to do extra things to my teeth (for thousands of dollars!) I finally left him and I went to Dr Joy and she didn't try any of that. She's the real deal and everyone in the office is super nice and helpful. If your reading reviews and looking for a new dentist you should go just here! read more

There's NOTHING I hate more than going to the dentist. I fear it more than death by an execution squad. That being said, appointments with Dr. Morris have felt more like, well, just going to the dentist. She's friendly, accommodating (did my filling the same day so I didn't have to come back, even though she didn't have room in her schedule), and tolerant of my whining. She even put up with me saying that I'd rather get a pap smear than come to her. Dr. Morris is great. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Morris and her great team for many, many years - it's been terrific. Very kind, professional, and thorough. Highly recommended! read more

I've been going to this dental practice for the past four years and have found it nothing short of amazing. They are patient and friendly, even when I come armed with a massive list of questions. - Nice atmosphere. - Not too difficult to get scheduled with ~2 weeks notice. - Great location for anyone living near or in Noe Valley. - The staff have helped me improve the overall health of my teeth / smile to something I'm very comfortable with. read more

My wife and I both go to Dr. Morris. She is a sweet and amazing Dentist and everyone in the office is nice to us. I lost a filling put in by an ex-dentist and even though Dr. Morris couldn't see me right away to replace it, she made time for me to come in that day to sand it down so it wouldn't cut me. I know no one enjoys going to a Dentist but I would definitely recommend her services. read more

I've been going to Dr. Morris for 11 years now. I spent the first 24 years of my life going to a masochistic dentist who did not believe in pain control (he used to say, "Oh, you don't need novocaine. The drilling will only hurt for a little while")...this led to a full-blown case of dentist-phobia. Dr. Morris is only the 2nd dentist I've ever seen, but I can say with total confidence that she is a consummate professional and warm-hearted lady.....who believes in pain control 100%!! (perhaps the most important quality in a dentist, no?) When I first met her and expressed my fear of dental visit pain, she was totally empathetic and said, "Why suffer if you don't have to? We take every measure possible to make sure that you don't feel any pain during cleanings or procedures." And it was true. I've had cavities filled and a crown installed (is that the right word? probably not)....and it was all pain-free! She will numb your gums with topical anesthetic before giving you the novocaine needle -- awesome! Heck, they'll even numb your gums for cleanings if you request it. The front staff and hygenists are all excellent, kindly, helpful people. The hygenists are gentle with the scraper and will be sensitive to your needs. I will never go to another dentist as long as I live in SF. read more

My care under Dr. Morris and her staff has been exceptional. I would recommend her absolutely. The only caveat is that the price of her services is higher than my insurance guidelines and she's not a preferred provider. Hence, I pay a little more out of pocket to have a dentist I trust and like. If it weren't for this issue regarding insurance money, I'd give her a full 5 stars. But you get what you pay for. And this is a skilled dentist with great staff. A reviewer below refers to a stiff charge for moving dental records. I don't know the specifics of that one, as I'm not planning to move to another dentist, but I agree it's not cool. So I just recommend asking them about it if you're concerned. You've already paid for the data to be recorded. I was a dentist-phobe, but am very happy with Joy Morris & Co. Hope your experience is as good as mine. read more

My family have been going here for years. Very professional, courteous and pleasant staff, and they have done excellent work for us without pushing extra services on us (my previous dentist's hygienist tried to sell me a dental hygiene package of mouthwashes, tongue-scraper, etc., for $120, as well as a whitening procedure for $300--that's when I decided to look elsewhere). Oh, Dr. Morris may be no-nonsense, but I appreciate that, and she's always been quite pleasant and never "negative" in any way. read more

Update, Dr. Joy is still the finest. I posted the review for my last visit at "Noe Valley Family & Cosmetic Dentistry." Read it there, Dr. Joy is good...covered by my dental insurance, conveniently located, and well...gosh, what else do i say? Just plain "good." She is. read more

Maybe I got her on an off day, but Dr. Morris was a one-stop shop for me. I went once and was so put off by her negative demeanor that I found a new dentist for my next appointment. My co-worker (who referred me in the first place) and I both had issues trying to get our patient records transferred to new dentists - this place wants to charge an astronomical fee for access to your own medical info. Not cool in my book. read more

I have had more than my share of work done on my teeth. I've seen dozens of dentists in my life and I have (an understandable) aversion to going to the dentist. Dr. Morris and her staff (Monique in particular) have managed to overcome this. They provide personal care - they know my name, remember my history, ask after my family, make sure I am comfortable and relaxed. I even get a very friendly call from Monique if I let too much time passes between visits. As for the dental care - the work is top-notch professional. I've still got ALL my teeth (and that's saying something!) read more

Dr. Morris and her staff at the best that I've known. They are more expensive than other dentists but that's because she has high standards which is exactly why I love going there. read more

I hate the dentist but these ladies helped me get over that! Everyone is always very pleasant and helpful. Monica, at the front desk always explains all charges prior to the procedures. Dr. Chen is the bomb! I told her up front about my fear, she explained everything up front PRIOR to do anything in with my mouth. Kathy is the best hygienist ever! She is always very gentle and has wonderful suggestions for products to make my life easier when it come to brushing/flossing. read more

I've been going to Dr. Morris' office since I was a kid! Front desk manager Monika is so kind and always goes the extra mile to make appointments work with my schedule. All staff is efficient and also the office is always very clean. Would highly recommend this office to anyone in Noe Valley looking for a great dental office! read more

Dr. Joy was excellent. I went to see her after years of so-so dental experience at the dental school. She was so efficient, personable and professional. I've been back 7 or 8 times in the last few years for checkups and repairs and each time has been wonderful. I even appreciate how helpful and courteous Monica, the office manager is. She helped me to sort out a billing error and was wonderful about it. It's so great to spend my money on high quality, classy professionals. Medical and Dental professionals that are excellent are rare, and Dr Morris is one of them. read more

I love Dr. Morris.I love Nelly,her assistant. I love Monica who runs the office and whose voice is as sweet and lovely as her demeanor. I cannot say enough nice things about this office and I really hate going to the dentist. I also love Lureen,who is the best dental hygenist,and I always schedule my teeth cleanings on Tuesday ,when she is there. I used to get into a little bit of trouble because I would curse alot and tell risque stories,but they've given up trying to reign me in and just let me let loose. Although the joke about me dating my father didn't go over so well. I also love Cindy,the receptionist,who loves to talk orchids. The parking is sometimes a pain in the ass since th eoffice is in Noe Valley on Church Street next to Eric's,but it's totally worth it. read more

Yes, I hate going to the dentist, but Dr. Morris and her staff help you through it. If doing a procedure, they explain what they're doing. She doesn't try and oversell you on stuff... she'll give you a pretty cut and dry explanation of pros and cons of doing something, and doesn't push you. I am not sure if their pricing is fair, as I have insurance (lousy insurance, but that's not their fault). At least they deal with the paperwork. read more

I have been going to Dr. Morris for years. Now my daughter also sees her. I have never much cared for dental care and still don't, however, Dr. Morris is good with patients like me. She uses a lot of humor and is always concerned if I feel pain. I love Monica her office manager, she is about as sweet and as kind as they come. The only thing I'm not to crazy about are her hygienists but even they are adequate skill wise. I highly recommend this office. They definitely go by the motto "if it ain't broke don't fix it" read more

My insurance recommended her and I quite agree. The staff is friendly, there was no wait and free parking is just around the corner. Tiny and smiley, Dr. Morris did quick and (somewhat) painless work on my fillings. And unlike my last dentist, the price was reasonable. I'm so happy I found a great neighborhood dentist! read more

They are the most efficient and kindest Dentistry in Noe Valley Especially Monica. I have been going there for over 25 years Thank You Joy for everything you have done to save my teeth. read more

Lovely people, efficient, clear, respectful! Assumed I'd agree to an xtray befroe seeing doctor, which I rightly challenged (i'm paying for it after all), but the dentist wasn't for upselling, just explaining clearly what needed to happen, or not, given my parameters. (I'm going back to england for NHS rebuilding of my teeth). took my emergency well, managed to fit me in for the snapped tooth. $220 for xray and short consult. read more

Joy Morris is the best dentist I've been to in 50 years of dental visits. She's funny, compassionate, no-nonsense and skilled. She's also excellent with children. And she's got very tiny, very gentle and very skilled hands. read more

Like many here, I previously had an incompetent dentist. Dr. Morris is fabulous, her hygienists are thorough, and the dental work she's done for me was excellent. Note that work was done several years ago, since I haven't even had a cavity since I started coming to her. I'm sure I'll lose a filling or something eventually, but she is not at all into finding excuses for sticking you with unnecessary products or services (again, like the prior dentist). read more

DO NOT GO HERE. I wanted to have a few cavities filled and looked up Noe Valley dentists here on yelp. The page for Dr. Joy Morris came up and was filled with almost exclusively excellent reviews. Little did I know there was a separate yelp page for her practice with bad reviews. It's called Noe Valley Family & Cosmetic Dentistry http://www.yelp.com/biz/noe-valley-family-and-cosmetic-dentistry-san-francisco#query:noe%20valley%20dentist. Had I seen them, I would not have gone here. My appointment seemed fine, but a week later I had pain in one of my fillings. I flat out couldn't eat on the side of the filling so at my next appointment (which I had already scheduled for the following week to have my other two cavities filled) I told her about the problem and asked her to wait with the other cavities. She complained that I should have called ahead because I was waisting her time by not wanting the cavities filled and only wanting the tooth fixed which she considered a quick fix. She took about ten minutes with me, shaving my filling down and saying it was sticking out too much and that that was the problem. A month later I still had pain and went to see another dentist. It turns out the filling is too close to my nerve, and I'm going to need a root canal. I don't usually complain about places on yelp, but in this case I really feel that my tooth was damaged by her poor care. All the pain and money I'm going to have to go through should, at the very least, be warning to everyone else. AVOID DR. JOY MORRIS. read more