Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted San Jose Dentist for Cosmetic & Family Care
Lu Pauline has been providing comprehensive dental care in San Jose since 2000. Our practice combines advanced technology with personalized attention to deliver cosmetic and family dental solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. With expertise in procedures ranging from dental implants to sleep apnea treatment, we prioritize patient comfort and long-term oral health. Our team maintains active involvement in professional organizations like the American Dental Association while contributing to community initiatives.Through continued education in innovations like digital scanning and laser dentistry, we ensure our patients receive modern, efficient care. The practice emphasizes transparent communication and ethical treatment planning, as evidenced by numerous patient testimonials praising our compassionate approach and clinical excellence.
Services
Dental Implants
Invisalign
Cosmetic Dentistry
Family Dentistry
Laser Dentistry
Digital X-Ray
Snore Guards
TMJ Treatment
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized cosmetic and family dental care with advanced technology
- Our team is certified in Invisalign and dental laser treatments
- Dr. Lu has over 20 years of experience in comprehensive dental care
- We prioritize patient education and transparent treatment planning
- Our practice maintains active involvement in professional dental organizations
Associations and certifications
- Invisalign
- Dental Laser Institute
What people say
Excellent care
Gentle and professional
Highly recommend
Best dentist
Friendly staff
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent solutions for missing teeth through artificial root replacements. Our process includes surgical placement followed by custom crown restoration, restoring both function and aesthetics. Patients benefit from improved chewing ability and facial structure preservation while avoiding adjacent tooth modification required by traditional bridges.
Invisalign
Invisalign offers discreet orthodontic treatment using removable clear aligners instead of traditional braces. Custom 3D-scanned trays gradually shift teeth into proper alignment while allowing normal eating and oral hygiene. This technology effectively addresses mild to moderate spacing, crowding, and bite issues with enhanced comfort compared to conventional orthodontic appliances.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers transform damaged smiles by covering stained, cracked, or misaligned teeth with thin ceramic shells. The two-visit process involves minimal tooth preparation followed by custom fabrication for natural-looking results. These durable restorations provide long-lasting aesthetic improvements while maintaining tooth function and bite integrity.
Snore Guards
Custom oral appliances treat snoring and mild sleep apnea by repositioning the jaw during sleep. The FDA-approved Silent Nite device uses flexible connectors to advance the lower jaw, maintaining airway patency without bulky machinery. This non-invasive solution improves sleep quality for patients and partners through comfortable, wearable technology.
Family Dentistry
Comprehensive dental services cater to patients of all ages, from routine cleanings to complex restorative treatments. Our approach emphasizes preventive care with digital diagnostics and minimally invasive techniques. Services include pediatric exams, TMJ treatment, and emergency dental care within a welcoming environment designed for multi-generational families.
People
Dr. Pauline Lu
Dentist
Dr. Pauline Lu earned her DDS from UCSF after completing advanced studies in dentistry and music at University of Hawaii. With over 20 years of clinical experience, she specializes in cosmetic and family dentistry while maintaining active membership in professional organizations. Her practice philosophy combines technical expertise with compassionate care, focusing on personalized treatment plans and community outreach initiatives.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including dental implants, Invisalign, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, TMJ treatment, and family dentistry using advanced technology like digital scanners and laser dentistry.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we prioritize emergency dental care with same-day appointments available for urgent issues like broken teeth, severe pain, or damaged restorations as demonstrated in patient testimonials.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (408) 260-0888 during business hours or use our online contact form to request appointments for routine checkups, emergency care, or cosmetic consultations.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, dental insurance plans, and offer flexible payment arrangements. Our staff works to maximize insurance benefits while providing transparent treatment cost estimates.
Is the office child-friendly?
Yes, our practice welcomes patients of all ages with experienced pediatric care. Multiple testimonials specifically mention positive experiences for children requiring routine and emergency dental treatments.
What technology do you use?
We utilize digital scanning, intraoral cameras, 3D imaging, and laser dentistry to enhance diagnostic accuracy, treatment efficiency, and patient comfort during procedures.
