Zen Dental Studio
Srijana Pokhrel, DDS:
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Zen Dental Studio
Srijana Pokhrel, DDS
San Francisco, CA

★★★★★

35 REVIEWS
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DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Thursday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

Wow, what a new way to experience a visit to the dentist office! I loved everything about this place. The staff was super friendly and offered me a macha tea when I arrived. Since I arrived early, they even asked if I’d like to use their meditation room, which I did, and it was nice and relaxing. I was also highly impressed that Zen uses the absolute newest technology and even their dentist chairs had a back massage function to them. Mind. Blown. Great experience and I’m looking forward to my next visit. Thanks guys! Highly, highly recommend.

Oh my gosh, this was a revolutionary experience. I’ve gone my whole life just having an unpleasant experience at the dentist and thinking that was the norm. At Zen Dental, not only is the aesthetic beautiful (plants, nice music, Netflix & headphone options) but the dentist working with me explained everything to me, consistently made sure I was comfortable, told me her concerns or areas I should watch out for and so much more. I was so impressed with the entire experience from the moment I walked in with the front desk receptionist to the moment I left. Highly recommend!

It was my first dentist experience in San Francisco. I decided to go there with good reviews from here. I got a dental cleaning from the assistant and he was okay. I met Dr. Srijana after the cleaning and she checked one more time my teeth and found stains on my front teeth and cleared it magically! It was my stress since it’s front teeth but now I can smile without worrying:) She was kind and cared for patients!

I am not going to any other dentist.  This is one of the best dentist I have seen so far. The process was very smooth and quick right from my entry into the office. Every one is so polite and courteous to you. They are taking all the precautions for COVID 19 without causing any frustration to the patient. I was asked to wear a shoe cover , sanitize my hand. They even gave me a bag to put my mask and a mouth wash just to be on the safer side. Once I told about my teeth issues, it was quickly taken care of. At each and every step the doctor was telling me as to what is she doing , why is she doing and how is it going to help me . One the process was over, they took pictures of my treated teeth and were shown to me. I. have never seen that done anywhere. Apart from this they were very good about answering all my queries regarding braces, tooth guard , etc.

Incredible dentist. So supportive, kind and warm. Really cares about making your dental experience calming and literally always takes the time to make time to for patients, especially those of us who have very busy schedules. Zen Dental is such a warm place with matcha tea and massage chairs! Srijana knows her patients so well and forms connections with all of her patients. She is the best dentist I have ever had, hands down and a role model in terms of being an awesome provider.

Both the doctor and staff are very knowledgeable and treat patients with respect and curticy they deserve. Warm welcome and peaceful environment. They take very good precautions with the covid and not to mention a meditation area and match tea to relax. Your chairs has a massager for deep relaxation while you get your teeth done. Glasses so the stuff don’t get in your eyes or face. Numbing cream before teeth numbing to ease the pain if injection of the needle. Staff are super nice and respectful and very quite environment

The office is clean and the staff are so welcoming and professional. I was very impressed with their professionalism. The entire experience from the moment they opened the door and welcomed me, to asking me to put on the shoe covers and sanitize my hands, to offering me water. There was no wait. The hygienist was highly skilled and explained everything. Oh and the best part is the chair massager while my teeth were being cleaned. This is by far the best experience I’ve had with any dentist and they have a forever customer. Highly recommended.

Absolutely wonderful experience. From Aurora at the front desk, to Regina with my teeth cleaning, and of course, Dr. P herself, the entire staff was friendly, warm, and professional. If you’re someone who gets a bit of “white coat syndrome” before heading into a doctor or dentist’s office, the team at Zen Dental Studio has worked hard to create an environment and experience to help bring some zen to your visit. It’s been a few years since I’ve been to a dentist and I was a little concerned about what bad news they might have to break to me, and not only did they listen without judgment and take my worries into consideration, I felt like I was visiting friends and trusted partners in my dental care. I cannot speak highly enough of ZDS and the whole team – I’m actually very excited to go back in a few weeks. Do your teeth a favor if you’re in need of a new dentist – see Dr. P at Zen Dental Studio.

Amazing experience with a very knowledgeable and skilled doctor, kind staff and a relaxing dental experience! Yes relaxing, gently massaging dental chair, netflix to what you like while being worked on your teeth. The vibe is so positive, and the meditation room and matcha makes the trip like a visit to a mindfulness center! Totally a zen experience!

This is the best general dentistry office I’ve been to! Everyone, from the front desk staff to the hygienists to Dr. Pokhrel, are all so kind and welcoming. I have seen Virginia twice for my teeth cleanings–she is exceptionally thorough with cleanings, such a joy to talk to, and happily answers any questions and offers advice on how to improve your dental hygiene in a caring, non-judgmental way. I can’t recommend her enough! Dr. Pokhrel is also the sweetest. I came in to discuss issues with TMJ and invisalign, and she not only listened to all my questions and concerns, but she offered practical, thoughtful advice. We discussed the possibility of a night guard, but she recommended seeing an ENT to get the most holistic idea of the cause of my jaw and teeth grinding. I find this approach very refreshing and it definitely put me at ease that she wasn’t trying to push any procedure on me. Would definitely recommend this place if you live or work near the area!

Customer Experience : I go to Zen Dental because it’s down the street from my place of work and as soon as you walk pass it just grabs your attention. Well it doesn’t stop there. The studio is modern but caters to a meditative mindset when dealing with dental services. All the way from complimentary waters to the massaging chairs gives you the total comfort. Studio Service: It was SO easy to go online and schedule an appointment as well as add my insurance to my service(Root Canal). The only con is there times of operations that you’ll have to make time during your work hours or lunch time to go see them. Overall my service was a breeze and the energy from the staff was AWESOME!

Most comfortable and painless experience I have ever had at a dentist. I’ve had cleanings at other places that were more painful than the 2 fillings I had at Zen Dental. The staff is so friendly and accommodating and Dr. Pokhrel is amazing! The space is gorgeous and the rooms have awesome amenities such as Netflix and massaging chairs. I used to dread going to the dentist but not anymore! I can’t recommend this place enough!

Dr. Pokhrel was amazing! Count me in the camp of people who don’t meditate and who initially thought the concepts of zen and dentistry couldn’t mix… but I was pleasantly surprised by how welcoming, warm, and friendly everyone was. I got free matcha upon arriving and was able to watch Netflix with headphones (as opposed to lame TV commentary) during the entire cleaning. I’ve definitely been to many dentists over the past decade moving between cities, but she and her team are definitely the best to date!

Love the atmosphere and vibe inside! I brought my 10 year here for her cavities to be filled and the doctor was very patient with her. All newer technology, loved it! She wasn’t fearful and felt at eaze with the doctor. Highly recommended!

A great dental office that accepts Delta Dental. I came after a year without cleanings, and the process was efficient and painless. The ambiance is great and I will highly recommend this office to my coworkers and friends

I cannot recommend Dr. Pokhrel’s studio enough. I would get excited for my appointments here, and now that I no longer go there (moved to a different city) I truly miss it. How often does one find such a dentist? I can write a whole essay but to keep it short, here’s why they’re so great: * Communicative – You’d expect this from any healthcare provider, but Zen goes above and beyond to ensure you haven’t missed anything. * Hospitable – The end-to-end patient experience is designed with this in mind. Would you like freshly brewed matcha tea upon arrival? Done. Arrived early and would rather wait in the soothing mediation room? Cool. Want the chair to gently massage you while they work on your teeth? Automatic. Rather watch Netflix with bluetooth headphones than the actual procedure? No problem. Etc., etc. * Staff – Everyone is very nice and seem to really enjoy what they do. It’s also hard not to like any one of them because everyone seems to have a great personality. Dr. Pokhrel, I applaud your craftsmanship and establishment. I aspire to one day build my own establishment (in my own field) with many of the principles I found as a patient at Zen Dental Studio.

The staff was very kind and helpful. The dental assistant Daniel and Dr. Pokhrel were very knowledgable and great conversationalists, making the appointment enjoyable and relaxing. I am certainly looking forward to working with Zen in the future.

You can TRUST this dentist! Dr. Pokhrel is amazing and the type of clinician hard to find as she is BOTH compassionate/kind AND knowledgeable/effective. I especially appreciated how Dr. Pokhrel’s explanations of the potential causes of my dental problems were based on current research in the field. The chairs are also massage chairs, which really relaxed me as I was going in with a hurtful toothache. As someone who’s current experiences with dentists in SF have been unpleasant (had dentists order unnecessary procedures or terrible bedside manner), I really wish I had found this practice sooner!

Zen Dental was elegant and thorough. All their tools looked new and cutting edge; they took my temperature with a sleek thermostat raised to my forehead. There was no wait. Virginia, my hygienist, was knowledgeable and cheerful. COVID protocol: you put covers over your shoes (this might be for SF streets, not COVID), take your temperature on entry, rinse your mouth & wash your hands. They wear KN95 masks, surgical masks, & face shields. A little air purifier was running by the chair.

I had such a great experience at Zen Dental. I don’t really write reviews but I just had such a great experience I feel like I need to let other people (who aren’t a fan of visiting the dentist because you find it hurts and is unpleasant) that this is the place you’ll want to go! They are very personable and relieved a lot of my anxiety around dentist visits. My cleaning didn’t hurt like it usually does and the dentist was very knowledgeable and took the time to really explain things. If I could give it 10 stars I would.

First cleaning in over 2 years, and I’m not sure if most dentist offices have changed or if it was this office that was just that good but it was by far the best dentist experience I’ve had. From the moment I walked in everyone was super helpful and friendly. Dr. Pokhrel explained everything to me and gave me opportunities to ask questions. I also got to watch Netflix with noise canceling headphones on while getting my cleaning which was fantastic. Will definitely come back in 6 months.

Dr. Pokhrel, Virginia and the staff at Zen Dental Studio were amazing! The office was super clean, comfortable, and very relaxing. It honestly was more like being at a spa than a dental office! My appointment was on time (I actually was taken early) and all my questions were answered. I would definitely recommend this office to anyone in the Bay area.

I cannot recommend Dr. Pokhrel’s studio enough. I would get excited for my appointments here, and now that I no longer go there (moved to a different city) I truly miss it. How often does one find such a dentist? I can write a whole essay but to keep it short, here’s why they’re so great: * Communicative – You’d expect this from any healthcare provider, but Zen goes above and beyond to ensure you haven’t missed anything. * Hospitable – The end-to-end patient experience is designed with this in mind. Would you like freshly brewed matcha tea upon arrival? Done. Arrived early and would rather wait in the soothing mediation room? Cool. Want the chair to gently massage you while they work on your teeth? Automatic. Rather watch Netflix with bluetooth headphones than the actual procedure? No problem. Etc., etc. * Staff – Everyone is very nice and seem to really enjoy what they do. It’s also hard not to like any one of them because everyone seems to have a great personality. Dr. Pokhrel, I applaud your craftsmanship and establishment. I aspire to one day build my own establishment (in my own field) with many of the principles I found as a patient at Zen Dental Studio.

The space definitely has a zen vibe. Being particularly uncomfortable in dentist offices, that was appreciated. I was welcomed with tea or water, and everyone I interacted with was friendly. The massage feature on the chair was a nice touch, but it was so light that I didn’t feel it enough for it to really be valuable. My favorite part was the noise-canceling headphones I was offered during my cleaning, which the dentist connected to any Netflix show of my choice.

Zen Dental was elegant and thorough. All their tools looked new and cutting edge; they took my temperature with a sleek thermostat raised to my forehead. There was no wait. Virginia, my hygienist, was knowledgeable and cheerful.
COVID protocol: you put covers over your shoes (this might be for SF streets, not COVID), take your temperature on entry, rinse your mouth & wash your hands. They wear KN95 masks, surgical masks, & face shields. A little air purifier was running by the chair.

Wow, this is the best dentist office I have ever gone to. Such friendly staff! I love that the dentist chair is a massage chair. Super friendly dentists as well that seem like they want to actually get to know you. The inside feels like a yoga studio. I felt at peace and at ease, which is not something typical to feel at a dentist office. At the end of your session, you get coco floss!!! I’m so glad I that I found this establishment.

I was way overdue for a dentist visit due to anxiety. The team had warm personalities and made me feel very comfortable from beginning to end. The facility was beautiful, clean, and a comfortable temperature.The massage chairs were a huge plus! Best experience in every way that I’ve had in a dentist office. Will not be waiting so long anymore for cleaning! Thank you 🙂

I cannot recommend Dr. Pokhrel’s studio enough. I would get excited for my appointments here, and now that I no longer go there (moved to a different city) I truly miss it. How often does one find such a dentist? I can write a whole essay but to keep it short, here’s why they’re so great: * Communicative – You’d expect this from any healthcare provider, but Zen goes above and beyond to ensure you haven’t missed anything. * Hospitable – The end-to-end patient experience is designed with this in mind. Would you like freshly brewed matcha tea upon arrival? Done. Arrived early and would rather wait in the soothing mediation room? Cool. Want the chair to gently massage you while they work on your teeth? Automatic. Rather watch Netflix with bluetooth headphones than the actual procedure? No problem. Etc., etc. * Staff – Everyone is very nice and seem to really enjoy what they do. It’s also hard not to like any one of them because everyone seems to have a great personality. Dr. Pokhrel, I applaud your craftsmanship and establishment. I aspire to one day build my own establishment (in my own field) with many of the principles I found as a patient at Zen Dental Studio.

Dr. Pokhrel was amazing! Count me in the camp of people who don’t meditate and who initially thought the concepts of zen and dentistry couldn’t mix… but I was pleasantly surprised by how welcoming, warm, and friendly everyone was. I got free matcha upon arriving and was able to watch Netflix with headphones (as opposed to lame TV commentary) during the entire cleaning. I’ve definitely been to many dentists over the past decade moving between cities, but she and her team are definitely the best to date!

I saw Dr. Pokhrel for a cleaning first : it’s the first time in my life I barely experience any pain for a dental cleaning (and I’m very sensitive to pain when it comes to my teeth) – and the cleaning was perfect : amazing ! Then I came to see her to replace an old amalgam filling with a composite one : Dr. Pokhrel took the time to answer my concerns regarding mercury leaks or vapor inhalation and was extremely careful when removing it (with a special device to prevent metal pieces from being swallowed and vapors from being inhaled). I expected to have to take painkillers when the local anesthesia faded : absolutely no need, no pain at all (just a light cramp in the jaw but that’s it). It’s incredible how careful Dr. Pokhrel was – not to mention the relaxing chair, great staff, and you can also relax by watching a Netflix program of your choice while she’s doing the heavy work ! I highly recommend Dr. Pokhrel, if you go see her there’s no doubt you’ll get the best possible care in a relaxing atmosphere.

I’ve been to Dr Pokhrel for a cavity filling and a crown on two separate occasions and have always had a nice comfortable experience. She is now my go-to dentist and I finally feel like I have a dentist who is always looking out for me. She is very kind and gentle, and makes a genuine effort to educate the patient about each treatment she performs. I’ve recommended many of my friends to her.

I came back with an update to the last four months of procedures with Dr. P but was rather stunned by a recent 2 star review. This office but more importantly Dr. P has changed my life. She and her staff have repaired years of damage to my teeth and have provided the best care I’ve ever received from any doctors office. This person commented on many aspects but in honesty All sound like a complete misunderstanding of Dr. P. I’ve been to dentist in West Philadelphia, Chicago, The Florida panhandle and let me tell you none of their equipment is either out dated or dilapidated. The massaging chairs for those of us who have anxiety are true nerve relaxers and much appreciated. The headphones are perfect for introverts, and the Tv for those with short attention spans. While most of my visits were too invasive to enjoy the headphones or tv, while I had my cleaning it really made the time go by much quicker and I felt more relaxed when leaving. The reviewer went on to comment on her follow up after completing a filling. During another appointment it was suggested an X-ray be preformed to ensure the filling went according to plan. I’m not sure if this person hasn’t had many fillings but Dr P completed over a dozen fillings for me as well as placed my temporary veneers. She personally reached out to ask about my healing progress and had me come into for adjustments to my comfort. Finally for the X-ray complaint. I’ve had within the last 4 years a dentist use tape xrays. For someone who has had extensive xrays I prefer to not have my entire head xrayed for each checkup. And when you’re having large deep cavities filled you want to have an X-ray completed afterward to ensure all the decay has been removed. Anyone looking for an amazing person that happens to also be an incredible dentist needs only to make an appointment. As long as I’m in the Bay I’ll come to Dr. P. And can not wait to see what smile she creates for me when my veneers come in any day.

This is by far the best dentist experience I’ve had in my life. The office space / environment is sensational. The staff was incredibly nice and professional. The chair was making massages while the cleanup was happening and the dental clean up was extremely comfortable. The doctor also took the time to answer all my questions with care and to wrap it all up they gave me a gift when I finished. If you’re looking for a “nice” dentist in SF then you’ll have to settle for exceptional.

This, I have to say, must be the best dentist office ever!! It is very well decorated, the equipment are brand new, everything is aesthetically pleasing. The staffs are very nice as well. First of all, a massage chair??? Out of this world! Maybe it’s just me but I have never seen a patient’s chair which also was a massage chair. I paid out of my own pocket so it was pricey, around $500 for just cleaning and annual checkup so make sure you have insurance coverage before you come in. I knew my insurance didn’t cover this office but I wanted to go in anyway. At the end of my visit they gave me a little gift bag that has a toothbrush, an inspirational card, floss, and toothpaste! What a nice surprise, I never expect to get gifts from any doctor’s office. I’m generally not afraid of the dentist but I feel like this office is perfect for those who are!

This dentistry practice did their best to accommodate me despite me being 10 mins late. They were as thorough as they could be. I recommend them to others and will be going back in 6 months. The only thing I could not quite work out, was how they let you watch Netflix whilst cleaning. For me that wasn’t an option because of my tardiness, but the screen was also definitely not in a position that I could watch it whilst getting cleaned. I had wanted to see my pictures and x-rays but wasn’t really able to look at them closely. (Which, again, may have also been a result of my tardiness…)

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