Pauline Lu Dentistry
Pauline Lu, DDS:
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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: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

Dr Lu is amazing! I have been a patient of Dr Lu’s for years! She is so dedicated to her profession. She is knowledgeable, diligent and very efficient. But I think her best quality is how much she cares. She is contantly asking you if your ok even for a routine check up! Let’s face it, it is very difficult for a lot of us to go to the dentist because we find it scary but Dr Lu takes the fear away with her care and attention. She’s the best! Thank you Dr Lu!

Dr Lu is amazing! I have been a patient of Dr Lu’s for years and I must say that she is the best Dentist I have ever had. She is very dedicated to her profession. She is diligent, knowledgeable, and very efficient. I must say that her best quality is how much she cares. She constantly asks if your doing ok. Even if it’s a routine check up! Let’s face it, it’s very difficult for so many of us to go to the dentist, because a lot of us find it scary. But Dr Lu takes the fear away and handles everything with such ease and attention. She is the best! Thank you Dr Lu!

I went to Dr. Lu’s dental office to get a cleaning right before a family re-union. I had a lot of stains and discolored fillings on my front teeth that I always thought I could not afford or have time to treat. Dr. Lu told me she could change that in one appointment. Oh boy! I am so glad I went ahead and did it! After just about an hour, I cannot believe what I saw in the mirror, clean white teeth!(that I have not seen for a long time.) Wish I had done this earlier.  If you are still procrastinating to see a dentist,  please go see Dr. Lu.

If you are looking for an exeptional and experience Dentist Dr. Pauline Lu is the one. They have excellent customer service. The biller is awesome explained everything before the procedure to be rendered . But the most important experienced of our daughter that she had two molars extracted and she said she never felt any pain or discomfort since the start until the procedure was done. PAINLESS! and She said Dr.Pauline Lu made her courageous that now she is not scare of any injection.

If you are looking for a dentist in the Silicon Valley, you found the perfect one! I came across Dr. Lu via Yelp years ago, and have not regretted my decision since. She is one of the friendliest and least aggressive dentists I have ever been to. The cleanings are always non-painful and quick. The staff is super friendly and willing to work with me and my schedule. Even though I don’t live close to her office (especially in morning traffic), I still make the trip out to her because I feel like its worth it. If you need a dentist, I highly recommend going to Dr. Lu. You won’t be disappointed!

I was referred to Dr. Lu by a friend. My friend’s entire family has Dr. Lu as their family dentist.  I took my 6 year old daughter to see Dr. Lu to extract her 1st tooth as the new tooth was rupturing through.  We had a great experience from the minute I called to make an appointment!  The staff is very pleasant and nice and Dr. Lu is friendly and experienced.  We are happy to have met Dr. Lu and the staff in her office. I highly recommend her!

I can’t recommend Dr Lu enough. She is great,gentle and make sure that you are comfortable during any procedures. I’m so glad that I found her, all my appointments I was seen on time. She takes her time to explain everything that needs to be done. I had cleaning, fillings and crown done by her and Im really happy with the results. Her receptionist is amazing too. Highly recommend Dr Lu, my sister and husband are now going to her too.

Seven years ago, my front tooth veneer came off! Imagine what a nightmare that was for me–talking to people with a missing front tooth! I was very fortunate to have found Dr. Lu then as an emergency patient. She immediately re-arranged her schedule that morning just to help me with my nightmare. I was so grateful that she was able to give me a temporary veneer that day and ordered a permanent one couple weeks later. It was time again to replace my front veneer 2 weeks ago. Dr. Lu took the time to explain my options. As expected, the process went very smoothly. While I was waiting for the permanent ones, Dr. Lu fitted me a temporary one. Even the temporary one looked really good. When the permanent ones (now one veneer and one crown) arrived, the staff quickly called me and scheduled me to be fitted. I had the veneer and crown fitted 3 days ago and they look amazing! I couldn’t tell the veneer and crown apart from my real teeth. They feel comfortable also. Definitely 5 stars (and 2 thumbs up) for Dr Lu’s expertise and technique, products, and friendly staff service. Thank you again! Fast forward to 2018– happy to be visit Dr Lu’s new facility! State of the art equipment and as usual very accommodating staff and doctor. Highly recommend!

I went to Dr. Lu for the first time yesterday. My previous dentist was very good, but every time they charged too much and I had to call them and correct the bill (happened three times). Dr. Lu and her staff (Rea) try to get the best out of pocket price for me and a detailed explanation of the bill. I was able to get an appointment within an hour of when I called and there was no wait time. She did cleaning and some fillings in very short time and I am very pleased with the result. Both Dr. Lu and Rea are very caring and very friendly.

For the occasionally impatient person like myself, time is a virtue. Fortunately, this office is able to run operations very quickly and efficiently. I called the office and was able to schedule an appointment for the next day. Nice! Unlike some private practices, my appointment began exactly at the time it was scheduled. Zero wait time! Dr. Lu was extremely friendly and helpful. She offered to provide a quick cosmetic fix (nothing major) on my front tooth at no extra charge. She answered all of my questions and never made me feel rushed (but at the same time, didn’t take a long time or operate slowly). Really nothing to dislike or critique here. Will continue to return otherwise. Excellent overall service.

I’ve been a patient with Dr. Pauline Lu for over 5 years now and I’ve been consistently happy with her work, here’s why: – Pauline truly cares about my health and has always recommended services with my best interest in mind. She does an excellent job of explaining the pros and cons of each of my treatment options, and gives me time to consider what I want to do. – Unlike other dentist’s I’ve had in the past, she does the cleaning herself instead of only coming in at the end of the visit. This way she not only spends more time with me, but more importantly gets a first hand understanding of my teeth and gums. She’s highly detail oriented and double checks to make sure nothing was missed. – Pauline’s new facility features top of the line equipment to ensure the best care and she creates a comfortable environment for her patients. She always asks if I’m comfortable and adjusts if (in the rare case) something could be moved. – I always schedule a follow-up appointment at the end of each visit for 6 mo later. It’s extremely easy to adjust the time by phone or email as the date approaches. – Pauline also has an amazing referral program. Both you and your referred friend get a thank you gift! I highly recommend Dr. Pauline Lu for all your oral health care needs!

I have visited this office for a teeth cleaning and tooth extraction. Dr Lu is so patient, kind and warm. I hate going to the dentist–I get major anxiety and my nervousness shows. But Dr Lu was aware of my nerves and made my experiences as painless as possible. I feel as though i am in good hands in this office. The secretary and dental assistant are equally wonderful. I am so glad to have found her and will continue visiting Dr Lu for all my dental needs!

I would highly recommend the services provided by Dr. Lu and her staff(Rea & Evelyn). Even though I was running late for my appointment, I didn’t feel rushed by the staff or Dr. Lu throughout the time I was there. Evelyn, Dr Lu’s dental assistant, was actually feeling a little under the weather that day, but still she showed utmost dedication and professionalism which is really commendable. Rea, Dr. Lu’s secretary, was very polite and professional as well. She explained the paperwork to me very well. Now coming to Dr. Lu, she was very patient in listening to everything I had to say, is extremely knowledgeable and explained everything to me very well. She did a great job with cleaning and performed them with utmost care and precision. All in all, it was a great experience as I was smiling when I left the office. From now on, Dr. Lu is going to be my go-to dentist.

Dr. Lu has been my dentist for 3 years. Had a wisdom tooth extracted and dental cleaning several times. Experience has been great so far. Dental cleaning is comfortable, and the tips Dr. Lu tells me each time helps me protect my teeth. I have moved far from Santa Clara but I still come back. Thank you Dr. Lu.

I’ve been a patient at Dr. Lu’s for several years now. I’ve had a lot of work done by her, and she’s always done a great job. Her cleanings are also the gentlest cleanings I’ve ever had. The office is friendly, people know your name and face, and I like how Dr. Lu does not recommend procedures that she doesn’t think are necessary. You definitely don’t get the feeling that you’re being scammed (which is not the case at the previous dental establishment I was at).

A great and comfortable environment for all ages. Dr Lu’s staff is great at reminding me of my appointments. Dr. Lu is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares for the health of our teeth. She’s not the type to recommend a procedure unless you really need it. I also don’t get nervous going because she is gentle on my gums unlike some other dentists I’ve gone to (who actually numbed my gums before cleaning). Going to the dentist is not scary anymore. Especially for children. I’ve never seen and unhappy kid there. Most of them are either happily sitting in the waiting room watching a cartoon movie or calmly getting their cleaning. I think the little stuffed animals hanging over the ceiling help calm the little patients too. Describing Dr Lu’s office reminds me of the cheers theme “where everyone knows your name” I’d recommend her to all my friends!

After several routine dental visits, all the former dentists I had would suggest removing my wisdom teeth. They would inform me that removing my wisdom teeth would benefit me in the long run, but I was always hesitant. I would always say, “maybe next time, not now.” Since relocating to the Santa Clara area, I was in search of a primary dental office. That’s when I found Dr. Pauline Lu’s Dental Office. Dr. Lu and her staff are wonderful! Rea, the front desk receptionist, is friendly and takes the time to explain all you need to know. She welcomes all clients that walk in the office with a big smile. The first time I met Dr. Lu, she took the time to learn about my expectations and goals for my dental health. She shares important information that helps me make an informed decision. Dr. Lu’s initial approach and attitude made a positive impact in considering her as a primary dentist and trust her professionalism. My confidence in Dr. Lu and her staff gave me the decision to FINALLY have my wisdom teeth pulled out! But prior to confirming a date to have the procedure done, I was extremely nervous and hesitant. I couldn’t decide whether to go through with it all. I was conflicted because I was not experiencing any discomfort at the present time, yet I did not want to endure any possible complications in the long run. Dr. Lu made sure I was aware of all the details for the procedure and mentioned she would do all she can to make me feel comfortable. Rea also played a part in helping me finalize my decision as she reassured me that I would be in good hands with Dr. Lu. On the day of the procedure, Dr. Lu and her assistant were great! Dr. Lu definitely made sure I was comfortable! Her hands were gentle and made sure I was not going to experience a lot of pain/discomfort. I appreciated how Dr. Lu explained every detail while I was undergoing the procedure. She made me aware of what was going on and what I was going to feel at that moment. I was such at ease that I did not even realize that both my wisdom teeth were eventually extracted. No bleeding, swelling, or other complications! I was amazed that I tolerated the procedure well. Dr. Lu did a fantastic job! She really meant what she said when she assured me that I was going to be comfortable! Overall, everything turned out better than expected! There was no need for me to take any pain medications at all (although I was anticipating pain). No abnormal bleeding or swelling and I was able to eat normally again the following day. I felt fine that I had to brag to others that I was nervous over nothing. It was a successful experience! And, I am satisfied that I chose Dr. Lu as my primary dental care provider! Again, THANK YOU to Dr. Lu and her staff for doing a wonderful job!

Great dentist.  The waiting room has a TV where she plays recent family movies, and there are TVs at the chairs too that are all connected to the same DVD player, so you go from the waiting room to the chair just watching a movie.  The office is very clean, which is important to me, and the staff is very friendly.  And she is a great dentist

I have seen quite few dentists in my adult life and have never kept a dentist more than a year. I have stayed with Dr. Lu for the longest (easily over 3 years) and it’s a testament to how much I appreciate her level of professionalism and skill with taking care of my teeth. I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for a dentist who actually cares about your teeth!

I’ve been coming to see Dr. Lu for the last 8yrs. She’s a great dentist and will continue to go to her for all my dental needs. I recently had 10 veneers placed b/c my teeth have gotten worn down and showing signs of stress fracture from grinding. I was nervous prior to getting the procedure done b/c I’ve seen some bad veneers in other people. Dr. Lu took the time to explain the procedures and show me samples of some of the work she had done in the past, which eased my anxiety. I am very happy with the results. I highly recommend Dr. Lu and her staff to anyone in need of dental work, whether it’s for preventative care, cleaning or cosmetic work. She and her staff are always polite and professional.

Dr. Lu is one of those rare dentists that actually works for the patient. My previous dentist, and many others unfortunately, think about their clinic like a business. They want to make as much money as possible. The patient comes second. I’ve been a patient of Dr. Lu for 3 years. She is fantastic. She does everything herself. She takes the time to explain and is very patient. She never pushed a procedure on me, not even when I was the one suggesting it. Her approach is to seek the best of the client, not the best of her pocket. She spent hours reviewing and perfecting my Invisalign, unlike most dentists who simply accept what the software decides. She also takes notes of sensitive areas in my mouth, so when she cleans up my teeth, she is extra careful around those areas. This is what separates the pro from the rest. Her clinic is in an older building, but she has very modern equipment. She is so sterile that she covers her equipment with special plastic covers. Those are removed before using the equipment, and disposed. She replaces them after each use. I’ve never seen any dentist do that. Her receptionist is the same: kind, perfectionist, and customer facing.

Great dentist, professional, knowledgeable and kind. She presented several treatment alternatives with pros and cons. Great at communicating in a honest way and looking for the best possible outcome. The office staff is very friendly, respectful and kind too. I felt very comfortable visiting Dr. Lu’s office.  I highly recommend her.

I was in town on business. While eating a salad, I broke a tooth on a piece of an olive pit. I googled “emergency dentists” and saw Dr. Lu. I called and she said “My staff is at lunch, but come in as soon as you can”. Dr. Lu took a look and put a temporary filling in to hold me over until I could get to my regular dentist back home. Dr. Lu was compassionate, understanding, and very professional. If you need a dentist, Dr. Lu is worth a visit. She’s great.

Not only is Dr. Lu a true professional, but she’s gentle, friendly and she truly cares about my oral health. I look forward to my routine check-up and cleaning,and I appreciate the fact that Dr. Lu does the cleaning herself, she takes her time with every patient, and I am never kept waiting. Thanks Dr. Lu!

I have been a dental phobic all my life, so I pretty much let my teeth get out of shape over the years.  Until one day, one of my big tooth was hurting me real bad, I looked up Dr. Lu’s office from Google’s local search, they gave me an appointment the same day.  Dr. Lu was very patient and nice, although I have to admit that I was very scared since I know I have to have the tooth taken out.  I don’t remember much about what happened next, because after she numbed me up, I have my eyes shut and hold tight to the chair, in about 20 seconds, she told me the tooth was out , I couldn’t believe it!!!  The happiest thing is not just that I was finally out of pain, now I finally have the courage to start taking care of my teeth.  I still need to go back for other dental treatments, but I am so glad that Dr. Lu turns things around.

Dr. Lu is amazing. So nice and comforting. I was really nervous switching to a new dentist for the first time in 16 years. She was really thoughtful, thorough, and attentive. I made a teeth cleaning appointment for myself and my two kids. They were nervous as well. My son is 14 and had only ever had the same dentist so he wasn’t sure what to expect with someone new. She had him laughing and comfortable in no time. We all agreed, we are lucky we found her!

It could be very difficult for consumers to evaluate healthcare provider, because we just don’t have the special knowledge to know. That’s why a lot reviews on dentists only talking about how easy to make appointment, how long the wait, and how clean the office is. For this regard, I say simply Dr. Lu’s office exceeds all my expectations. But the most important evaluation I want to provide is based on my own dental health. I had my fair share of tooth problems growing up. After seeing Dr. Lu for about three years now, however, it seems I simply have a different set of teeth, the healthy one. During the first year of my seeing Dr. Lu, with her careful examination, Dr. Lu identified the decays of my old crown, old fillings, and tooth grinding at night. With numerous repair, replacement, and routine maintenance, I haven’t experience any problem in the past one and half years! Not only that, all the dental work was done painlessly, my mouth was back to normal function soon afterwards. Dr. Lu seems just to know exactly what needs to be done and did it so efficiently. I feel fortunate and really appreciate Dr. Lu’s care. Highly recommend.

Great dentist for the whole family! Our whole family comes here and we’ve been patients for 10 years. My 2 kids think going to Dr. Lu’s is like going to a party… “can’t wait to get the goody bags”! That’s a nice bonus… they get kiddie toothbrushes, toothpaste, and a little toy. Dr. Lu makes it very fun for the kids, from kiddie movies (you can even bring your own!), stuffed animals, to her friendly demeanor. Dr. Lu is always patient and the whole office is friendly and professional. They always send an electronic reminder, and are courteous if you need to reschedule. I havd Invisalign done here, and she threw in a teeth-whitening product. She gives you all your options, and would not push treatment on you. She tells you what is reasonable and fair, and recommends good options. All their X-Ray is hooked up electronically, so she can view your X-Ray results immediately on the big screen. Then she shows it to you and explains what she’s looking at. Great technology! That big screen is also hooked up to the DVD player, which is view-able from the dental chair… so when she’s working on my son, he is distracted (yay) with the movie so she can get the cleaning done. Over the weekend, my son had a dental emergency. I emailed the staff and they responded twice (over the weekend!), and scheduled something for us on Monday morning. She is more than kind and able to accommodate. We have recommended Dr. Lu to many of our friends and family, and everyone loves Dr. Lu!

Best dentist I’ve had in a long while! Ria and Dr. Lu were nothing but courteous and professional. Dr. Lu was super patient and explained everything in advance to me. She also really took the time with my questions and gave very honest opinions. I can’t be happier with the result. And would highly recommend anyone to have her as a dentist.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Lu for about 3 years now and couldn’t be happier! Dr Lu’s staff is friendly and extremely organized, they are great at reminding me of my appointments. Dr. Lu is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares about her patients. I have had bad experiences with dentists before who recommend expensive treatments that turn out to be unneeded. Dr. Lu is extremely trustworthy and only recommends necessary treatments and for this reason, I will continue to see her as long as I live in the Bay Area. If you are looking for a dentist – I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Lu!

Dr. Lu & Staff are great! They make you feel conmortable right when you walk in the door. Staff talk to you as if they are your friend instead of just telling you what they are planning to do for your appointment. They actually take the time and converse with you asking how are you, where your originally from, and you jusy want to continue talking forgetting your sitting in a dental chair. The staff lets you know every move they make instead of wondering what they are doing next. Dr. Lu comes and puts the chair back and you see on the ceiling is cute little stufffed animals to greet you and make you feel comfortable and I automatically smile. Dr. Lu introduces herself with great manner. She does an exam and gives you a full description of what needs to be done, estimation of the cost and the steps to fulfill the treatment. Overall, she is a great childrens and family dentist. TV”s to watch movies for the kids and maybe adults also.Dr. Lu & Staff are great! They make you feel conmortable right when you walk in the door. Staff talk to you as if they are your friend instead of just telling you what they are planning to do for your appointment. They actually take the time and converse with you asking how are you, where your originally from, and you jusy want to continue talking forgetting your sitting in a dental chair. The staff lets you know every move they make instead of wondering what they are doing next. Dr. Lu comes and puts the chair back and you see on the ceiling is cute little stufffed animals to greet you and make you feel comfortable and I automatically smile. Dr. Lu introduces herself with great manner. She does an exam and gives you a full description of what needs to be done, estimation of the cost and the steps to fulfill the treatment. Overall, she is a great childrens and family dentist. TV”s to watch movies for the kids and maybe adults also.

I learned of Dr. Lu through one of those promotional letters certain doctors send; they normally irritate me, but hers was pleasant and I was new to the neighborhood.  I was so pleased with my visit to the dentist.  I was eight months pregnant, and she took the time to make me comfortable in the seat.  Dr. Lu was very nice and told me that my first cavity “wasn’t my fault”, which seems the opposite of many dentists who seem to make you feel bad about the state of your teeth.  I will certainly be going back to her.  Her office speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese.

Pauline is matter-of-fact and honest. She will state what options you have for treatment, and her own opinion, but will not pressure you any which way. She also is really good at getting fillings and crowns right the first time. Her staff is also friendly and professional. I am not easily impressed, and I am impressed with her work and her staff. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a dentist in the South Bay.Pauline is matter-of-fact and honest. She will state what options you have for treatment, and her own opinion, but will not pressure you any which way. She also is really good at getting fillings and crowns right the first time. Her staff is also friendly and professional. I am not easily impressed, and I am impressed with her work and her staff. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a dentist in the South Bay.

Loved that Dr. Lu was able to clean my 2 year old’s teeth!  Dr. Lu was patient, kind, and flexible.  She even let me hold my daughter while Dr. Lu brushed.  Dr. Lu also was able to fill my cavity while I was pregnant (without any pain meds!)  And it didn’t hurt!!  She is obviously skilled, knowledgeable, and personable.

Dr. Lu is very competent, ethical and charges reasonable rates. She would have done a tooth extraction for $200 less vs oral surgeon. Her office is centrally located off Lawrence Expwy and easy to access. Her staff are efficient, responsive and professional. I come from Redding for her care. I recommend her to anyone seeking a capable and reasonably priced dentist.

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