Dr. Nguyen has been our family dentist for over 10 years, him and his team are the best! Always very informative about procedures and charges. Very gentle with the dental works and always ready to address any questions or concerns. Thanks Dr. Nguyen and team for taking care of us! read more

I, 1st and foremost want to thank ALL the staff including Dr. Nguyen of course. Today was not my appointment day, my fault and they were able to squeeze me in. They are so helpful and know I'm always on the go. They go above and beyond to work around my schedule and help me with my necessary work. They have been my go to for quiet a few years now. I truly recommend them and Dr. Nguyen is very gentle as I dislike needles LOL. They will continue to be my dentist for everything!! Thank you AGAIN for squeezing me in today and I was NOT late for work : ) read more

I've been going to Viva at least twice a year for cleaning and X-rays, and the occasional filling for at least 8 years. I did some research when Dr Nguyen was starting to build his practice. He's a USC graduate and I was impressed from day one with this competent, calm, respectful manner. I really appreciate the quality of cleanings. High speed vibrations are used to clean tartar around teeth - no long scraping sessions. The staff is thorough, thoughtful and very kind. The call if you are asked to be put on the cancellation list and can address emergencies in a pretty timely manner. As the practice has grown, it takes a little longer to get an appointment, which speaks to the growth and depth of his practice. When I first started going to Dr Nguyen, my then 9 year old twins wanted to switch from a pediatric dentist to go to Dr Nguyen because I was raving about my very clean, beautiful teeth. They love the practice as well...that says a lot when teenagers like going to the dentist. I highly recommend Dr Nguyen and his fabulous team! read more

It seems all first-time patients who come here are highly encouraged an out of pocket $$$ deep cleaning; otherwise, they would notcontinue serving you. Great way to make quick cash. I've been coming here for four years. When I called in recently to schedule a teeth cleaning appointment, the front desk said they no longer accept my health insurance. I offered to pay in cash, but was still denied. I was told "because you have this health insurance, we cannot serve you any longer even if you pay in cash" Wait what? Not worth the dispute. I'll definitely my business elsewhere. read more

I'm giving another 5 star review to this office for their care to my family during Covid. This office is very clean and I have personally seen how everything is disinfected after every patient visit. They continue to care for each of their patients with the same care as before Covid. There is no wait time which I always appreciate. I have been very pleased with the work done to our family. My questions have always patiently been answered in a way I understand. Highly recommend them! read more

I have been going to Dr. Nguyen and his staff for cleaning and occasional fillings for at least 5 years. They have taken great care of my teeth and I am very happy with their service read more

My husband was just looking up for nearest dental clinic around the area on yelp. I am so glad that we came across this dental clinic. My husband did a great job. We are a new customer so we are so happy with the customer service so far. Its very excellent with warm welcome and very personal approach. Dr. Nguyen has a very light hand that even after deep cleaning i dont feel any pain or sensitivity on my teeth. He is also very nice. Compared to other clinic we went to we are so happy we have them as our new dental clinic. Would highly recommend to friends and fam. read more

Let me start by saying the girls at the front desk are very friendly and professional. I personally don't write reviews but, this dentist definitely deserves it. I am such a cry baby when it comes to dentists, he explained everything about the procedure me and my husband were getting done, his assistant is very sweet and as well she tell you every step the dentist is doing:) during the cleaning. The office is very clean, and they're bilingual which is plus. read more

3 years later and he's still the freakin' best. my mom lives in daly city but her local dentist sucks ass. she needed a deep cleaning, a few extractions, a crown, and partial dentures on her top and bottom jaw (she's old). i didn't trust her local dentist to take care of everything correctly because of a poor experience previously. plus, his price quotes were outrageous! i contacted viva dental again even though it's all the way in san jose because i trust dr. nguyen. he has always given sound and considerate advice to me and my sister so i trusted that he would take care of my mom just as kindly. i took my mom in on a monday at 2pm. we were out of there around 3. he did her deep cleaning, took molds for her crown and extracted a tooth all within that time frame. most importantly, his work is legit! the quality was not compromised just because it was done quickly. he's just so experienced that he knew exactly how to do the job correctly and efficiently. i guess it also helps that my mom doesn't have many teeth left hahaha! anyway, the most impressive thing is my mom wouldn't stop gushing about how phenomenally adept he is at his work. now, you should know that my mom is the typical asian mom, praise doesn't come easily because there is always room for improvement in her mind. when it came to dr. nguyen though, she wouldn't stop telling everyone about his gentle yet firm touch. she said she didn't feel her extraction at all, and there was hardly any bleeding (this is important because her local dentist did an extraction for her and i almost had to take her into the ER due to blood loss b/c the dentist didn't do anything to prevent the bleeding upon extraction). she said she was really scared at first (bc of what happened with the other dentist), but by the time he started, she trusted him completely. we're going back in a couple a couple weeks to try on the dentures and get her crown fitted. i'm still so glad i found dr. nguyen! by the way, his staff is super sweet and competent. they really know how to make sure there are no logistical misunderstandings or mix ups during the entire course of contact. not sure if that matters to you, but since i was trying to get her insurance to pay for as much as possible it was important to me. read more

Dr. Nguyen and the staffs are friendly, hard working and professional. I used to be single, broke as fuc*, and had MediCal dental insurance a few years back when I was in between school and jobs. I was in needed of some dental work for my toothache. Looking around to see any dental clinic accepts my dental insurance around the hood. I decided to go to viva dental group through the good reviews in yelp. After many years of seeing Dr. Nguyen for dental work, I can concluded if you need any dental work, don't hesitate to come to Viva Dental. They will need not try to scam you, instead try their best to save your money. Now I am married, I refer my wife over for any dental work. Also I already moved away from the East side, but still coming back to the hood for any dental works with my wife!!! Lol read more

So be warned it is a scam, They told me I had 2 cavities and need a deep cleaning and that I would have to pay $500.00 out of pocket for it and if I did Not pay the immediate $500,00 for the deep cleaning they would Not help me. I did Not trust him luckily and got a second opinion from a different dental business to see if I need a deep cleaning and I was told no that it was Not true and that I only had 1 cavity and Not 2. So beware they will lie to take your money for service/s Not even needed. read more

Viva Dental Group is my go to dental office. After many years of smoking and deciding to quit, I went online to seek a dental office that had good reviews and would take my insurance. I came across Viva Dental and remained with them ever since. Not only that, I even brought my boyfriend in, who will be sticking with them as well! They definitely treat their patients well and do every thing they can to make the process easy whether it is with the insurance, the exam, or the procedure. Dr. Nguyen is so great every time I come in. He eases me through the entire process and tells me every step he takes. His staff is so polite and sweet, especially Gabby. Their phone calls to check in and to remind me of my appointments are always so welcoming rather than an office trying to get their patients in. I definitely recommend Viva Dental! read more

At first I was a bit skeptical about this place even after reading the Yelp reviews since a lot of them at that time came from people with less than 5 reviews.... (sorry for judging!) But I took my chances! There was a good reason why I took my chances: I no longer had dental insurance and sure as hell Denti-Cal doesn't do much except teeth cleaning and extractions. I really needed to get a root canal performed and I knew it was going to be expensive. I lost my dental insurance after graduating from grad school. One options was I could purchase individual dental insurance but it did not seem economical at the moment with the deductibles and monthly payments just for a root canal. (It might be economical if you are planning to do a lot of more other routines.) After calling a bunch of other dentists, the best they can do was offer me a dental discount program (not the same as dental insurance). However, I found out about Viva Dental accidentally when I was looking for dentists that accepted a certain dental discount program. After contacting them, they responded to my email and gave me a call pretty quickly. They actually did not accept the dental discount program I was looking at BUT THEY HAD AMAZING RATES WITHOUT OUT. Their quote was way cheaper than other dentists I called, without and with dental discount programs. Of course with a quote that low, I was still skeptical but I trusted my gut and my tooth pain. Before this review gets too long, the bottom line about my experience: all those 4+ stars reviews are true. My root canal procedure was painless. The anesthetic shots Dr. Nguyen gave me 4+ times were the least painful shots. Ever. Dr. Nguyen and his staff knows what they were doing. He may be a younger and newer dentist but he seems like he had years of experience. Also, this dental office is super nice and new! And clean! :) read more

My first time at this dental place for teeth cleaning, let me tell you I am going to keep coming back here! They are polite and nice here. Many dentists like to scam you hut this place they are very honest! Definitely recommend coming here for your hygiene cleanings! read more

I'm so glad that I found Viva Dental Group. Dr. Nguyen has become my dentist for the past 2 years and I'm planning to stay with Dr. Nguyen for a long time. You have no idea how many dentists that I have been to and they have all been bad experiences, either the office was not clean or the dentist was not attentive. Here, at Viva, I had a totally different experience. The office is very clean and with a very modern design. It's as cozy as a dental office can be. The staff is friendly and helpful. Dr. Nguyen is very caring and attentive. He listened to my concerns and spent a considerable amount of time to treat me. Dr. Nguyen is also very gentle, which is not like the other dentists that I have been to. I felt like those old dentist always hashed on my gum. Overall, I'm so happy with Viva Dental Group. I have recommended my friends and family to come to Dr. Nguyen and none of them have been disappointed. If you are looking for a dentist, I would recommend you to give Dr. Nguyen a try and I promise you won't be disappointed! read more

I must say my experience at Viva Dental Group was very positive, which is a big deal for me because I usually dread visiting dentists. In fact, I haven't had a dental visit in about 5 years due to my negative experiences at past dental clinics. Upon recommendation of a trusted friend, I decided to give this office a visit because a cleaning was long overdue. The office decor was warm and very inviting. It was clean and has a modern touch that I thought was nice. It seems all of my previous dentists picked up the wall art from garage sales back in the 70's... so this was a refreshing change. Dr. Nguyen was very professional and listened to my concerns. He was very gentle and thorough. I remember previous experiences where it felt like the dentist would just jab at my gums, causing pain and discomfort. However, Dr. Nguyen was fantastic and I didn't even realized he finished until he told me so. I was so satisfied with my visit that I also recommended my whole family come to this office too! And all of them were more than satisfied. If you're looking for a dentist, you should definitely check out Viva Dental Group! read more

This guy was trying to rub both me and my wife! He told us we both need deep cleaning because of blah blah, I have to redo both of my crowns and get two new ones and have 6 cavities. He told my wife she needs 2 crowns. Luckily we did not have insurance so we delayed the treatment plan and after we searched and asked a little we found out that deep cleaning is necessary in rare cases so we forget about him. 1 year late, we finally found a trustworthy dentist through our friends and guess what my wife only needed 2-3 cavities to be taken care of and I needed 2-3 cavities and ONE partial crown. And none of my other crowns needed any change. Also, our "exam and cleaning" here took like half an hour each, while at our new dentist they spent 1.5 hours to check everything! read more

This was my first visit as a patient of Viva Dental. I came for a general cleaning and x-ray exam. Pros: -The staff and assistants are very friendly, gentle, and helpful. The lady at the front desk helped explain why my follow-up is necessary. -Clean, sterile, and well-decorated office Cons: - Besides when telling me when he was going to begin the plaque removal and cleaning processes, Dr. Nguyen did not really walk me through what he was doing. After the cleaning, he just told me that I could pay for the exam at the front desk. I didn't even know about the follow-up procedures that are needed until I got to the front desk and was told that I need to come back for a deep cleaning and cavity filling. I wish that Dr. Nguyen could have been more personable and direct in explaining what was wrong and the necessary follow-up. read more

Very clean office, friendly staff, knowledgeable dentist! I haven't been to a dentist in a couple of years and finally gained enough courage to look for a dentist. This office had good reviews so I decided to give it a try. The receptionist was very nice and helpful with my insurance questions, which I had a lot since I have dental insurance now. The office is very clean and carefully looked after it seems like. The wait was very short and they are very good with appointment times. I was very nervous but the doctor was very gentle. He answered all my questions and was very thorough and knowledgeable. The visit was painless and I'm looking forward to making my regular visits from now on. If you need a great office with a great dentist then give them a chance. I'm bringing my gf in next time. read more

This is by far the best experience I've had at the dentist. My last dentist tricked me into paying for a service I did not care for AND gave me a 3-day treatment plan that would be $400+. So, I came here for a second opinion. Once the doctor saw me and I explained my situation and concerns, he gave me a check up and let me know exactly what I needed to get done and what procedures were just for cosmetic purposes. From that point on, I decided to have my dental work by him. I am ridiculously afraid of the dentist and have a terrible habit of slowly closing my mouth the more scared I am. The doctor made me feel comfortable and told me exactly what he was doing and what I should expect so that there were no surprises while he was working on my teeth. His dental assistant was also very gentle as well! Definitely the best experience I've ever had. My teeth feel a lot better now and I'm so happy I found this place. I will definitely be coming back for all my dental procedures in the future. Also! There's a decent amount of parking and if you're hungry, Super Taqueria next door makes the best tacos :3 read more

This is the best dentist that I've ever been at. Dr. Nguyen is the best and makes the whole experience easy & pain free. Had root canal & crown and it didn't hurt at all. Highly recommend this place to anybody that's scared/nervous about going to the dentist like I was. I'll be coming here from now on. read more

Viva Dental Group - Nice lobby - General Dentistry Near Me - San Jose, California

When I first walked in, I was shocked. The office decor looked as if it was that of a young tech startup (i.e. Freakin' awesome). Everything looked futuristic, with huge TVs for your entertainment! My experience was great, Dr. Nguyen was extremely professional, approachable, and most importantly, honest. I came in with my brother and he not only took care of all the fillings I needed, he also offered my brother a free consultation! The main thing I look for from my dentist is someone who can be trusted, an honest professional. You can find all the above here. I would definitely recommended this place to my friends' read more

This place is the best dental office I've been to thus far. The décor is nice and the service was great! Everyone there was very friendly and I was in and out in no time. When I was led to my chair, I was greeted by a huge TV screen showing ESPN Sportscenter which was perfect for me to catch up on the football highlights. I came in for checkup after years of not going. I ended up needing to do cleaning and some minor fillings, but it was probably the most comfortable experience I have had in a while. Usually, I would have to bear some pain when they're hitting my gums but the dentist here was super gentle and I barely felt a thing. Overall the experience was awesome and going to this dentist is not as bad as I last remembered. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone who is looking for a new dentist. read more

I moved to the bay area 2 1/2 years ago and I've been actively searching for a dentist. After a few disappointing attempts, I decided to give Dr. Nguyen a chance via a friend's recommendation. Even prior to stepping into the office, I already had a good impression because when I called the office their receptionist was able accommodate me in timely manner and answered all my questions thoroughly. She even called me to remind me of my appointment. The office decor was warm and welcoming. I loved the contemporary design. Most importantly, the office was clean and very organized. I was greeted immediately upon arrival and taken into the exam room shortly after completing a few forms. The chairs in the waiting room were so comfortable! Upon first impression, Dr. Nguyen was quite knowledgable and professional. Prior to the exam, he inquired if I had any concerns or troubling experiences with other dentists. Throughout the exam and treatment, I was comfortable, he was gentle, checked in with me sporadically and communicated all his findings with me afterward. I did a routine dental cleaning and will definitely be returning for my next appointment! read more

My recent experience with Viva Dental has proved to be amazing, which has provided me with much more value than I initially expected. This is mainly attributed to two factors: First, the high technical skills of the doctor. I have a handful of cavities to fix and the doctor has made the whole job quite easy for me. Actually I haven't experienced any discomfort during the whole process and my teeth has recovered quite well so far. Second, Viva Dental has provided me with a great help in coming up with the optimal plan of using my benefit covered by my insurance. I would like to take this as a value add service which I appreciated quite a lot. Hence, if you are seeking for a trustworthy and reliable dental service, Viva Dental is definitely one of the best providers that I would recommend! read more

I've been going to Viva Dental Group for over a year now and I've had a great experience. The receptionists are great and follow up very well - as long as you communicate what you need they will help you figure out a solution. Even though Dr. Nguyen may appear a bit impersonal as other reviews have stated, just feel free to ask him any questions and he's happy to answer them. Viva Dental is really flexible and has been really great in helping me get last minute appointments, giving me estimates and costs upfront, reaching out to my insurance right away to send preauths quickly and just working with me to help me take care of all of my dental needs. I'd highly recommend them! read more

Viva dental has been my dental clinic for 3 years now. By far they have been the best Dental clinic in my life. They are very friendly and professional. I have gotten my wisdom tooth taken out, fillings replaced, teeth whitened, a crown replaced, deep cleaning at a fair payable price. Not like other dental clinics where you come out with a huge bill. Doctor Nguyen is detailed when he's explaining about the procedures, and what needs to be done for me. Then after that her dental assistant will come to me and explain again the process. They care about their patients, and are always on time on appointment schedules. They keep track on you and calls every 6 months to schedule you a teeth cleaning appointment. My last visit here in Viva dental was amazing. If only i can come here every week for teeth cleaning, i would do it in a heartbeat. The service is so great that you'll be excited for the next visit Viva dentals location is perfect for me. It is four blocks away and it has a lot of parking space. So its not a hastle at all. Thank You Viva Dental for my wonderful white smile read more

Enjoy my visits at this clinic. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Service here is always on time, quick and painless. Will definitely recommend to family and friends. read more

This was my 1st visit as a patient of Viva Dental and it was my first dental visit in 2 years. I thought that Dr, Nguyen was very informative and straight forward with the procedures. Overall I would recommend this place to friends and families. read more

My recent experience with Viva Dental has been great. Very friendly stuff, clean office and knowledgeable dentist. read more

I had a bad experience with my previous dentist and I randomly found Viva Dental Group. I have to say they were very helpful in assisting me and my family. I truly appreciate God for finding this place and would recommend it for anyone reading this comment. Thanks read more

Hated going to the dentist. For couple reasons: 1. Long waits 2. 1980's equipment 3. Dentist had "HEAVY hand" (painful). This is the complete opposite at Viva Dental. NO MORE long waits, I was in and out, 20 minutes for a cleaning. The equipment is all brand new and modern. As far as the dentist, Duong Nguyen, is patient, fast and has pain-free hands. On top of Dr. Nguyen, he has a very helpful and attentive assistant, Kiara. Another plus was the big screen TVs everywhere(Lobby and Exam Rooms), was able to watch World Cup game as I was getting my cleaning. Overall the office was very clean, modern and professional. Looks like I have found my new dentist. See you in 6 months Viva Dental. read more

To be really honest, Dr. Nguyen was a awesome. Very professional, answered ally all of my questions. I was browsing through yelp to find a dentist for a tooth extraction and when I called viva they scheduled me right away. I was in and out of the clinic, and the procedure was painless!! I'm so glad I was able to find this place in such a short notice and will continue my dental care with dr. Nguyen. Also I must add, once I walked in the office everything looked so nice and the decor made you feel like a quality place (and it is). read more

I found this place through yelp. It seems to have great reviews when I was trying to find a dentist. Upon my arrival, I signed in and was given paperwork to fill out. The receptionist was friendly and seems knowledgeable. As I was beginning to fill out paperwork, I was brought inside to take x-rays. It seems abrupt and I usually get time to finish filling out paperwork at other medical offices. Meeting Dr. Nguyen, which I assumed because he did not introduced himself, he did not try to conversate much. I give this place only 3 stars because I have been to other dentist that spends much longer than 15 minutes cleaning my teeth. I notice Dr. Nguyen doesn't use the tool to remove/scrape the plaque build up like other dentists I been to. Given that, a deep cleaning was reccommended (costs $400) in which other dentist covers it. After the teeth cleaning, I was told that the front desk would talk to me more. Dr. Nguyen lacks to personally let me know as his patient what he recommends which makes this dental office so so. The search for another dentist continues! read more

Dr Nguyen is a great dentist. He took the time to explain what was going on with my teeth before and after. I went in for a cleaning, him and his assistant were very delicate, efficient and professional. During the cleaning he took the time in between to ask if I was doing OK or if I was in any pain (which I was not). I'd also like to compliment his two staff members (the secretary and assistant) whom were very friendly and also took the time to explain my situation. I would definitely recommend Viva Dental Group to anyone searching for a permanent dental home. And I will be returning for a deep cleaning. read more

I moved to San Jose recently and had to find a new dentist. I wanted to meet a dentist, who is genuinely concerned about my health rather than money. My first visit at Viva Dental Group went well and I knew I chose the right dentist. I've visited Dr. Nguyen a few times now and all my visits have been great. The dentist and his staff are very friendly and caring. Dr. Nguyen is very thorough and he explains everything before he starts his procedures. read more

From the outside looking in, you wouldn't really expect much from this colorful plaza in ESSJ. Especially with the dental office's worn A-frame sign and black-tinted windows. However, the photos you see posted on yelp is what you get in the interior. Well-maintained, new, clean furnishings and equipment. The receptionist/assistant is professional and informative, readily able to answer questions about the billing process and and dental procedures using models for visual demonstration. She was approachable and friendly as well. Dr. Duong Nguyen was honest, nice and did well in explaining his observations from the x-rays and oral examination. He provided options and referrals. This dental office is transparent in their service and I do very much recommend them. read more

Dentist offices are always a bit scary, but not this one. This place is clean and they seem to be on top of things. Booked me an appointment rite away.. Walked in and its clean and the staff here is super friendly. (Btw Kiara is very helpful!!) I was nervous for my son but he had NO complaints at all!! This is his 2nd visit here and he actually looks forward to coming in. Definitely recommend this place read more

I love love love love love LOVE this dental office. Only two people work there as far as I can see , but you really build that bond with both the dental assistant and the doctor. I hadn't been to the dentist in over 10 years and when I finally got insurance, I was on the look for someplace close to my work. I walked in and immediatley the decor caught my eye. It was very modern and clean and the front desk/dental assistant was super nice and easy to talk to. She even did estimates on her own and calculated for me all my procedures and really worked with me on what my insurance covered and what we could get done this year without me having to pay out of pocket which was more than appreciated. The doctor was really cool and never made me feel uncomfortable about all the cavities and plaque I had, which was something I was afraid and embarassed about. All these years I've heard bad things about the dentist so I've been afraid to go, but I highly recommend this office to anyone who asks because my experiences have been nothing but easy and affordable. They make me feel comfortable and Im always eager to go back and finish up the much needed work in my mouth. Which is suprising to hear someone say. After not going to the dentist for 10 years I can happily say that I LOVE going to the dentist! 5 stars all around. Make a visit because you won't regret it ! :) read more

I just wanted to say everytime I go to Viva Dental. I have a good experience the staff and the doctor are awesome the place is always clean for me that's a big plus.... I don't usually do reviews but this is a great place to visit... read more