Dental Aesthetica
Leila Azad, DDS:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Pediatric dental care

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

Sedation dentistry

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm

Tuesday: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm

Wednesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

I had to have a massive amount of work done (all upper teeth replaced with implants) and thanks to a lifetime of dental trouble, I’m terrified of dentists. Dr. Azad is patient and kind, and has been great about explaining things and laying out all my options for each phase of treatment. She also knows how to give novacaine shots as painlessly as possible (as many as I’ve had in my life, I’m an expert on this). Would recommend her to anyone.

Dr Azad runs a small, but nimble dentistry and aesthetic orthodontist practice out of a beautiful 24th floor office with incredible skyline views of downtown San Francisco. The staff is mostly women and minorities and everyone (except for 1 admin lady) is fast, efficient with pleasing personalities and generally on top of their game. I originally visited Dr Azad as 1 of my tooth had chipped while I was visiting family in Boston and my long term Dentist in Boston ghosted me.  Dr Azad saw me right away when I came back to San Francisco. She also noticed a cavity that my Boston dentist had missed, from X-Rays taken just a week ago! In addition to fixing my chipped tooth, Dr Azad also filled my cavity with the latest resin material (instead of amalgum which makes the filling very visible when you open your mouth). Since then, I’ve had my invisialign done at Dr Azad’s office and have a beautiful smile now. Dr Azad is incredibly smart and keeps up with the latest happening in her industry. She is also very charismatic, kind, super caring and gentle with your teeth and mouth. She will go over all the options and Costs with you and let you decide what you want and when you want it, unlike certain other dentists (you’ve likely encountered them) who make you want things that you don’t really need and propose aggressive treatments. Joe-Ann, 1 of the admin staff is also brilliant. She makes sure that you get the most out of your insurance and has helped me recover nearly a 1000 $s that I didn’t know I could get covered from the 2 insurances I had!! Overall I am very happy with Dr Leila Azad and her staff. I used to dread going to the dentist, but these days, I look forward to it (I know this sounds strange 🙂 lol. P.S: I’m noticing a common theme / trend in the 1-star reviews here. People are either upset because Dr Azad identified so many issues with their oral health – which is on them -, or are mad that they have to pay out of pocket because Insurance doesn’t cover “cosmetic” / preventive treatments. Don’t hate the player, hate the game i.e. the insurance companies. I looked at the history of these reviewers also, and you can see that they are generally very negative and paranoid, judging from all the other 1-star reviews these people have posted up here. Be your own judge.

As someone who grew up terrified of dentists, it took me a long while to rebound and begin taking good care of my dental health. I’ve been to my fair share of dentists in SF over the years and I can say that I’ve finally found the best out there in Dr. Azad. I have been a patient of hers for over two years and I genuinely look forward to my appointments. I have Metlife and any/all claims have been handled seamlessly. I’m finishing up an Invisalign treatment and it’s been, dare I say it, a fabulously pleasant experience (who knew orthodontia could be pleasant). I can’t recommend Dr. Azad enough!

Dental Aesthetica is amazing! I am very pleased with the level of service and care provided every time I visit.  The front desk is welcoming and well organized. The staff carefully follow the current COVID 19 protocols and make you feel comfortable during your visit. Dr. Azad, herself, is very knowledgeable and professional. She always takes the time to properly explain treatment recommendations and ensured I was comfortable before moving on.  The office, itself, is very clean and technologically advanced with a gorgeous view of San Francisco that makes you want to linger in your comfortable chair. I highly recommend this office!

Dental Aesthetica is amazing! I am very pleased with the level of service and care provided every time I visit.  The front desk is welcoming and well organized. The staff carefully follow the current COVID 19 protocols and make you feel comfortable during your visit. Dr. Azad, herself, is very knowledgeable and professional. She always takes the time to properly explain treatment recommendations and ensured I was comfortable before moving on. The office, itself, is very clean and technologically advanced with a gorgeous view of San Francisco that makes you want to linger in your comfortable chair. I highly recommend this office!

As someone who grew up terrified of dentists, it took me a long while to rebound and begin taking good care of my dental health. I’ve been to my fair share of dentists in SF over the years and I can say that I’ve finally found the best out there in Dr. Azad. I have been a patient of hers for over two years and I genuinely look forward to my appointments. I have Metlife and any/all claims have been handled seamlessly. I’m finishing up an Invisalign treatment and it’s been, dare I say it, a fabulously pleasant experience (who knew orthodontia could be pleasant). I can’t recommend Dr. Azad enough!

After 3 years I finally found the courage to find a new dentist. I don’t know what I was so scared about or maybe I do I didn’t want to admit it. The word aesthetic in Dental Aesthetica had me sold.  I am aesthetic and boy this place lived up to the name. I got in greeted with a smile very warm and welcoming super personable and fret family friendly environment Melissa did A stellar, bling bling job. Top notch job. As a hygienist she make me feel comfortable and not like in a loser for not going to dentist for 3 years. Dr. Leila some way someway had the patience and tolerance to make me feel warm welcome.  She helped with an acceptable plan to aesthetic dental perfection. If you’re cosmetically conscious about your teeth like I am then this is definitely the best place to be.  Just start with the view, cleanliness staff it’s like Dental heaven.  Its aesthetic.

Amazing dental office with great services and staff. Doctor Azad’s quality of work is outstanding. She is very gentle, explains everything very clearly and she takes her time to answer all your questions. I did my Invisalign treatment with her and I couldn’t be any happier with my result. I love my new smile. The staff is very helpful and the assistants are very friendly. If you are looking for an office, to take care of you well, this is the place you want to go!

I recently moved to San Francisco for work and found myself with dental insurance for the first time in years. I looked online for places that accepted my insurance and found Dental Aesthetica very quickly. It had great reviews so I made an appointment immediately. My first visit was a bit of a reality check for me – not going to the dentist for a few years apparently isn’t a great thing to do! I felt as though Dr. Azad explained my options very clearly and laid them out in order of what is most important for me immediately and what I should think about for later on. First order of business was getting my wisdom teeth out which I was able to do the next Thursday. I’ve been in to the office three times and every time I am seen pretty much immediately. I am terrible at names so I only remember Dr. Azad’s but everyone I’ve interacted with there is so nice and helpful. Another thing I’m very grateful for is how specific and helpful they are about describing what is covered by my insurance, how much I’ll have left over for the year after these treatments, and what is a priority for me so I can decide what to do in what order. Also the view is great.

Dr. Azad and her team are excellent! I’ve  had to have a lot of work done this past year (from fillings to root canals and crowns). I couldn’t have been in better hands. All the work Dr. Azad did has felt really good. She always wants to make sure she does the best job possible. She takes a lot of pride in her work, which I think is really important in a healthcare professional. Her team has been very thorough in making sure I understand the work that’s being done, checking with my insurance before making any decisions, and always looking out for my best interest insuring I don’t overspend. I am grateful to have a dentist I can trust. I highly recommend Dental Aesthetica for all of your dental needs!

I’ve had an amazing experience at this office so far, having had one consultation and part 1 of a deep cleaning. The receptionists, hygienist and Dr. Azad have all been very thorough and sweet to me. I felt a bit traumatized from my experience with my previous dentist, and throughout the process they’ve all been very understanding and friendly. I was recommended to get a deep cleaning after my initial consultation, which I went in for part 1 of today — and even with my nerves, I really felt like it was a pretty painless (except for the initial numbing shots). Dr. Azad very regularly checked in on me during the cleaning to see how I was doing, and reassured me a great deal before the cleaning and during. The experience was very thorough and honestly pretty relaxing for what I thought would be a fairly intense procedure. I feel like after this experience I no longer dread going to the dentist, and for that I’m very grateful.

This has been the best dental experience I’ve had in years. I’ve been regularly going to Dr. Azad for almost a year now and every time I come in it’s been a smooth experience. The view from the seat alone is fantastic! I had my two bottom wisdom teeth removed a few months ago. The process was very well explained and easy. They sent me off to get a pano x-ray of my teeth. The oral surgeon (who comes once a month), Dr. Lavorini, gave me a consultation call after receiving the xray. He comes into Dr. Azad’s office once a month to perform wisdom tooth extractions. He gave me a consultation before the surgery and explained the entire procedure and any potential risks. Surgery was very easy and pain free (local anesthesia and gas). I took the day off work (Friday) and was back in the office on Monday. He gave me his contact information and post-tooth extraction care instructions and prescriptions.

I had a friend recommend Dr. Azad for a check up. I am not sure what the other reviewers were referring to when complaining about arranging a reservation. My process was extremely smooth and the administration staff were very helpful throughout my visit. Dr. Azad herself is extremely professional and I truly felt her insights were correct. After my visit everything felt great and the staff were kind enough to follow up on a few things throughout the next couple of weeks in order to make sure my fillings were holding up well. Overall from the gorgeous office (with spectacular SF views) to the great support staff and most importantly Dr Azad, I believe I have found my go-to dental office and will gladly recommend the establishment to friends and colleagues.

I have been a patient with Dr. Azad and associates for about two years and have loved her practice. Previously, I had bad experiences in another state with a dentist who upsold me at every turn and suggested the most aggressive option for every procedure. Dr. Azad is the opposite of this in the best way- I trust her treatment suggestions and appreciate her very thorough approach without any of the upselling. She explains whatever is happening in the appointment whether it’s a routine cleaning or a crown, etc. She and her staff are very thorough in cleanings and other appointments- one of her staff spent extra time on my teeth (without my asking) to help remove stains from coffee and tea. Dr. Azad is very patient in answering my questions and I’ve never felt like she has only a minute or two to spend with me as I’ve experienced with other dentists where their staff does the bulk of the interaction with the patient. She is very technically skilled and while everything she does is thorough, she works quickly; I never feel like my appointments drag on. Her office staff are great as well and I’ve also had good albeit limited interactions with other dentists in her practice. The office is also located in a very convenient location and has nice touches like tea and light snacks for patients. I also have never had a problem in getting an appointment at the time of day I prefer. She and her staff are also thoughtful about helping their patients to maximize insurance coverage and minimize out of pocket costs, which is very appreciated. All around, I very highly recommend Dr. Azad and Dental Aesthetica.

A friend recommended Dr. Azad after I was having trouble choosing a dentist online and I’m happy they did. I got an appointment and booked online through Zocdoc, but then had to re-schedule via email and her staff were very easy to work with. I went in, got xrays and a treatment plan, and had another appointment to get the treatment just a few days later. Dr. Azad was very professional, explained the procedure and let me ask questions, and took care to be sure I was comfortable during the procedure. The appointments were also very timely, I did not feel that I was waiting around for anything when I was being treated. I didn’t have to sit in the waiting room more than 5 minutes each time I visited, and the location is convenient if you work downtown (the great view from the office is also a plus!). Would definitely recommend Dr. Azad if you need a new dentist, you’re new to the area, or you are unhappy with your current dentist.

Dr. Azad and her team are simply wonderful. She’s incredibly smart, efficient, friendly and focused on what’s best for my health. It’s a pleasure to be in their very clean, hi tech office – and what an amazing view of the City! I have been seeing Dr. Azad for nearly three years and could not be more satisfied with my care. I would recommend her and those on her team to anyone seeking regular dental care or needing to address a recent / one-off problem.

I have been to many dentists across the globe from Europe to Middle East, to South America and Nor Cal. I have never worked with anyone with such a scientific approach (disclaimer I am an engineer). I prefer my  doctors to be methodical, data oriented and caring. Dr. Azad is definitely one of them. Her recommendations and operations were all based on data. I also felt very involved about the decision making and got enough information to make a solid call. I came to see her to get a second opinion regarding one of my infected tooth. The previous doctor had recommended to pull it out and implant a new tooth, costing me around $6-7K.  Dr. Azad took detailed imaging and analyzed in depth and finally recommended a much healthier and cheaper approach. She saved my tooth. I see one of the reviewers here complains about X-rays … I really don’t understand what she expects … Magic ball and voodoo :)!

A friend recommended Dr. Azad after I was having trouble choosing a dentist online and I’m happy they did. I got an appointment and booked online through Zocdoc, but then had to re-schedule via email and her staff were very easy to work with. I went in, got xrays and a treatment plan, and had another appointment to get the treatment just a few days later. Dr. Azad was very professional, explained the procedure and let me ask questions, and took care to be sure I was comfortable during the procedure. The appointments were also very timely, I did not feel that I was waiting around for anything when I was being treated. I didn’t have to sit in the waiting room more than 5 minutes each time I visited, and the location is convenient if you work downtown (the great view from the office is also a plus!). Would definitely recommend Dr. Azad if you need a new dentist, you’re new to the area, or you are unhappy with your current dentist.

Dr. Azad and team are the best! I’ve tried two dentists since moving to SF and I can say that I’ve found my home with Dental Aesthetica. Specifically, the cleanings are phenomenal. They care about your dental health and put you on a treatment plan during your very first consultation. Unfortunately (at least so I thought at the time), my treatment plan included wisdom teeth extractions. Plural = all 4, so you can imagine my stress level. As the dates approached for the extractions, the scheduling team made sure I had all the information I needed and assured me that I would be fine. I’m now 1 week post op and everything went fine! I did my extractions at the office and only did local anestesia + laughing gas, and was totally fine. I felt zero pain during the surgery and was honestly only worried about the goggles I had to wear messing up my lash extensions. A little comic relief to truly describe how comfortable, great and painless the entire process was. Love this place, the team, and the care that Dr. Azad treats her patients with. 10/10.

I was recently in town for a business trip and needed to pay an emergency visit to the dental office. As I was searching online for a practice; I found Dental Aesthetica to be the most convenient. Getting an appointment was easy with their online booking service. Upon my arrival, I was impressed with the view the office provided. The staff were friendly and I was greeted as soon as I walked in. Dr. Azad was on time for the appointment and patience while she inquired the purpose of my visit. She asked the right questions and provided me with options. She educated me with the benefits of each options and explained the coverage of my insurance. I really appreciated that Dr. Azad took her time to explain everything and did not rush the process. After all said and done, I was extremely satisfied with the service and advice I was received and I would recommend Dr. Azad and her team.

I am very happy with the service I got at Dental Aesthetica. After a thorough and complete exam,  Dr. Azad discussed the problems and the treatments that were necessary. She was caring and understanding of my phobia, explaining my options as to which treatment was more important to the health of my teeth and which was more important cosmetically. The cost and payment options were explained to me by one of the staff. I must say the staff are very nice and cordial as well. All together a very pleasant experience considering that it is a dentist office!!!

I was recently in town for a business trip and needed to pay an emergency visit to the dental office. As I was searching online for a practice; I found Dental Aesthetica to be the most convenient. Getting an appointment was easy with their online booking service. Upon my arrival, I was impressed with the view the office provided. The staff were friendly and I was greeted as soon as I walked in. Dr. Azad was on time for the appointment and patience while she inquired the purpose of my visit. She asked the right questions and provided me with options. She educated me with the benefits of each options and explained the coverage of my insurance. I really appreciated that Dr. Azad took her time to explain everything and did not rush the process. After all said and done, I was extremely satisfied with the service and advice I was received and I would recommend Dr. Azad and her team.

Best dentist ever!! I’ve been coming to Dr. Azad for a few years now and she’s already the best dentist I’ve ever had. In fact, the care is so incredible that I still come back even though I no longer live in San Francisco! She and her staff are extremely professional, gentle, and friendly. I have very sensitive gums and they go out of their way to adjust accordingly and make the visit enjoyable. In addition, the view from the office is breathtaking vista of the city. My perspective of what’s possible from an experience at the dentist office has been transformed by Dr. Azad! And my teeth look and feel better than ever 🙂

As someone who grew up terrified of dentists, it took me a long while to rebound and begin taking good care of my dental health. I’ve been to my fair share of dentists in SF over the years and I can say that I’ve finally found the best out there in Dr. Azad. I have been a patient of hers for over two years and I genuinely look forward to my appointments. I have Metlife and any/all claims have been handled seamlessly. I’m finishing up an Invisalign treatment and it’s been, dare I say it, a fabulously pleasant experience (who knew orthodontia could be pleasant). I can’t recommend Dr. Azad enough! 

I just had my second cleaning with Dr. Azad– she had to basically re-teach me how to floss because I’ve not been thorough enough about it. Thankfully she’s keeping a close eye on me so I’ll do better and hopefully have healthier gums. They also introduced me to my fave floss ever: Coco Floss (I realize this sounds weird, but I am picky about my floss!). The office is high tech and you won’t find a dental practice with better views! I haven’t had any major procedures or anything, just standard cleanings, but have only had a positive experience with my previous visits 🙂 Thanks so much!

Best dentist ever!! I’ve been coming to Dr. Azad for a few years now and she’s already the best dentist I’ve ever had. In fact, the care is so incredible that I still come back even though I no longer live in San Francisco! She and her staff are extremely professional, gentle, and friendly. I have very sensitive gums and they go out of their way to adjust accordingly and make the visit enjoyable. In addition, the view from the office is breathtaking vista of the city. My perspective of what’s possible from an experience at the dentist office has been transformed by Dr. Azad! And my teeth look and feel better than ever 🙂

Dr. Azad and team are the best! I’ve tried two dentists since moving to SF and I can say that I’ve found my home with Dental Aesthetica. Specifically, the cleanings are phenomenal. They care about your dental health and put you on a treatment plan during your very first consultation. Unfortunately (at least so I thought at the time), my treatment plan included wisdom teeth extractions. Plural = all 4, so you can imagine my stress level. As the dates approached for the extractions, the scheduling team made sure I had all the information I needed and assured me that I would be fine. I’m now 1 week post op and everything went fine! I did my extractions at the office and only did local anestesia + laughing gas, and was totally fine. I felt zero pain during the surgery and was honestly only worried about the goggles I had to wear messing up my lash extensions. A little comic relief to truly describe how comfortable, great and painless the entire process was. Love this place, the team, and the care that Dr. Azad treats her patients with. 10/10.

Dr. Azad is very patient, clearly explains the procedures & why they need to be done, and not pushy. My previous dentist told me “you need to get these fillings redone as soon as possible” without more explanation. Dr. Azad was very patient, showed me pictures of decay below the filling, and suggested that I get them redone. I told her I didn’t have insurance left for the year. She was very understanding and said the next year would be fine to refill them. I also had my wisdom teeth extracted here by Dr. Lavorini. He was very patient, non-judgemental about my questions, and put me at ease during the procedure. It was very quick, about 45 minutes for 3 teeth. The entire time I was very relaxed and calm, because Dr. Lavorini would explain every step, what he was doing, what I could expect to feel, and if I didn’t feel comfortable in any way, to make a noise or move to let him know. I was swollen the next day, but the swelling had gone down to almost nothing by 2 days after the procedure. I still had to snake-feed (swallow food whole) because my gums were tender for 4-5 days after the procedure. Jello & pudding the first 2 days, graduated to scrambled eggs and mashed potatoes afterwards.

Dr. Azad and her team are excellent! I’ve had to have a lot of work done this past year. I couldn’t have been in better hands. All the work Dr. Azad did has felt really good. She always wants to make sure she does the best job possible. She takes a lot of pride in her work, which I think is really important in a healthcare professional. Her team has been very thorough in making sure I understand the work that’s being done, checking with my insurance before making any decisions, and always looking out for my best interest insuring I don’t overspend. I am grateful to have a dentist I can trust. I highly recommend Dental Aesthetica for all of your dental needs!

The service is usually good. They manage your time respectfully and so there is little wait before you can get in for your appointments. The DDS approach is a bit conservative/intrusive, and suggestions for treatments must be taken with a grain of salt (although this is generally the approach in most places in the US). Especially those for crowns, and having an oral surgeon look at things. For the latter, I suggest going through your health insurance, since it’s a lot more cost effective. Dental hygiene technicians that help with the cleaning appear to be giving treatment suggestions that seem a bit out of place, and more like a marketing effort for teeth straightening and whitening products, without proper scientific backup to their claims..

Dr Azad is one of the most thorough medical practitioners – of any kind – that I’ve come across.  I first saw her on a Friday for a dull tooth ache.  She put me through a battery of tests, but couldn’t find anything.  She then tried a few rare tests as well, same result.  So she put together a plan to address the uncertainty, and the plan was as followsA). If the pain gets worse for the next week, we’ll run a few tests again and if still negative send you to a specialist. B). Her office is closed over the weekend, but if you need me in an emergency, she told me to please call her.  And she gave me her personal & office number. Sunday morning when the office was closed, I had that emergency.  But the pain was so bad, I thought “Any doctor would be able to diagnosis an infection and went with Option C). Find any nearby doctor with high reviews that’s open now.  TERRIBLE MISTAKE!!! First doctor I saw that day put me saw me for 10 minutes, ran 2 tests on me, and then kicked me out the door.  And rather than refer me to a specialist (I was obviously in a lot of pain), he accused me of faking the pain in order to get medication!!  Went to a second doctor, same thing happens but without the accusation.  I ended up doing some research and scored a Zack pack from a friend, praying that the doctors were wrong. On Monday morning I wake up and go back to Dr. Azad and tell her my story.  She puts me through the same tests, confirms the negative results, and unlike the other doctors immediately puts me in contact with a specialist – her office even did the leg work to get me in 20 minutes after my appointment with Dr. Azad.  Turns out I had a micro crack that went all the way down to the root, a crack that was only visible with a special microscope that these type of specialist have.  The specialist also gave me more medication, instructs me to finish the Z Pack, and schedules a root canal with me.   After my meeting with the Specialist I got a call, it was from Dr. Azad.  She wanted to check how the appointment went and if our theories were correct.  I tell her I’ve never had a doctor call me at any time, unprompted.  And she said that she’s always available and then lightly reprimanded me for not calling over the weekend.  Since this event, she’s called me a few more times checking in on the tooth, unprompted.  I didn’t know from the first meeting, but she really cares about her patients and will do the extra due-diligence to solve their problems, which makes this the easiest review I’ve ever had to write on Yelp. She should be everyone’s dentist.  She. Is. The. Best. P.S. Also had deep cleaning at her office after the initial tooth pain visit… her team was great here as well, no pain and clean as a whistle.  I’ve also scheduled appointments with Dr. Azad with her office manager Karla through email (as well they are so accommodating!).  Karla you are so awesome as well!

Dental Aesthetica and Dr. Azad are wonderful. I’ve been going there for years and have had a wonderful experience on every visit. In particular – First and foremost they provide excellent dental care: everything from regular cleaning to orthadontic work. Top notch. – A truely friendly and caring staff – Appointments start on time (They also provide 7am appointments some days of the week for those that need an appointment before work) – Beautiful space (Don’t take my word for it, just take a look at the photos). The views from every one of the dental suites are stunning. – Convenient downtown location (a few minute walk from the Montgomery BART station) Thank you Dr. Azad & the whole Dental Aesthetica team for years of excellent service.

Dr. Azad and her team are simply wonderful. She’s incredibly smart, efficient, friendly and focused on what’s best for my health. It’s a pleasure to be in their very clean, hi tech office – and what an amazing view of the City! I have been seeing Dr. Azad for nearly three years and could not be more satisfied with my care. I would recommend her and those on her team to anyone seeking regular dental care or needing to address a recent / one-off problem.

Dr. Azad is amazing. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for the best! My front tooth needed a new crown and she went above and beyond to ensure that the new crown was perfect. Her attention to detail and her drive to make my smile perfect was unmatched by any other Dr. I had previously seen. She was always on time and her staff was accommodating and available before work hours to help get the job done! The entire process was seamless, affordable and went better than I ever imagined. I now have the smile I always dreamed of having. Thank you, Dr. Azad! 

Dr. Azad and her team are amazing. Melissa really took the time to understand my history and make sure all my concerns were addressed. I felt very comfortable the minute I walked into the office. Everyone was friendly and truly had your best interest in mind. This was by far one of my best experiences at a dentist office. They go above and beyond to really get a clear understanding of your teeth. They take their time when it comes to working on you and make sure you are always comfortable. I am so happy I found this office and I am actually looking forward for my next appointment.

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