Sasaki Jeffrey S, DDS

We started using the Sasakis for dentistry nearly 16 years ago when we moved to the area. I have found both Jeff and his father, Richard, to be incredibly honest and excellent in workmanship. The office staff is very nice, the hygienists are friendly, and Jeff always makes an effort to say hi and remembers details from previous appointments, even months prior. I have, without worry, recommended them to several friends. The office hours are somewhat extended here and there to help accommodate varying schedules.

The hygienists here are very nice and make the experience as comfortable as possible, and the receptionist is fairly flexible and accommodating. But Dr. Sasaki isn’t the most personable dentist and doesn’t make an effort to answer patient questions or address patient concerns. He always talked to me via the hygienist which I felt was alienating and, frankly, rude — I’m right here! Talk to me, please. I’m the patient after all. I also, for three consecutive visits now, have inquired about a timeline as to when he thinks I should be getting my upper wisdom teeth out (I got my lower ones out nearly 3 years ago, but the upper ones «had not grown in enough» at the time). He would always give me some roundabout answer, along the lines of «we’ll do that next time.» I need at least SOME sort of idea so I can schedule time off work. This is a priority for me, but he didn’t understand that or seem to care.
I have since moved, and will be switching dentists. I won’t miss it here.

I switched over to Dr. Jeff Sasaki a few years ago and I have been happy with him and his team. He’s not pushy on additional needs, he likes to give a lot of information and let you make the final decision. The receptionist is very friendly and kind and my hygienist remembers personal details about my family.

I’ve been seeing both father and son in this dentistry practice for many years. It never occurred to me to write a review until a friend suggested I write one for people whom I feel are exceptional. I feel like a part of a family in his office, the hygienists have been there «forever» and are excellent and actually instruct you on proper hygiene at home. Both Dr Richard Sasaki and his son Jeffrey have demonstrated the utmost care, professionalism and kindness in caring for me over the years. I have some periodontal issues that they monitor and I have not had to have more work done as a result I believe of their care. You can feel well cared for stepping into this office.

Having bad dental genes, I’ve been to numerous dentists in my 36 years of life. This place was the place I trusted the most for the professionalism and honesty. Dr. Sasaki is very thorough — For the past 4 years, I’ve never had any procedures that I wasn’t satisfied with. As the other reviewer said, they never do unnecessary procedures and explains everything so well. I grew to have a lot of affection for the whole staff. I can’t recommend this place more.

I just called this office to find out more about what my insurance covers, because my friend recommended Dr. Sasaki. Decided not to make an appointment because the receptionist was super curt and unfriendly when answering my questions, with an incredibly demeaning tone of voice. Maybe she was just having a bad day today, but who needs that?
I’d rather stick with my current dentist despite the longer drive. All the staff at my current dentist’s office is super professional and courteous with excellent customer service skills.

This is a very professional, friendly, and clean dentist office. My family and I have been coming here for years and we have always felt well taken care of. All of the staff members are very thorough and care a lot about our needs. Both Jeffrey and his father are very knowledgeable, honest, and precise. I feel very fortunate to have found this dentist office!

I’ve been a patient for years. He’s always been personable and he’s a great communicator.
More importantly, he’s really good. I had major tooth pain. He identified the problem, replaced a filling and the pain went away completely.

I’ve been going to the Sasakis (and have known their family) for years. Both father and son are UCSF graduates who also teach at the dental school there, so they know their stuff. They never do unnecessary procedures and are always very thorough, professional, and friendly. When I moved to SF after college, they referred me to another father-​son team, also UCSF graduates who teach there now, and they were amazing, too. The Sasakis’ partners in endodontics and other specialties are also fantastic. Their hygenists, especially Ursula, Erin and Anita, all of whom our family members have seen recently, are gentle and really set me at ease (I’m a nervous dental patient). Finally, Cathy in the front office is warm, friendly, knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor.

Avoid if possible!
I’ve been going to his father for years. but have been seen by Jeffrey — totally different experience.
He did not take a time to stop by and say hi — was communicating with me via his nurse.
In about 45 min after me being in the office, Dr Sasaki comes in w/​o any greetings, does something w/​o asking what concerns I am having.
I have not seen real professionals without basic professional manners — so stay away from this dentist!

I woke up with an excruciating toothache early Sunday morning of Fourth of July weekend. It came and went, went away completely, and then came roaring back while I was sitting outside at a bbq that evening, so painful that I started feeling woozy.
I called my regular dentist, who I couldn’t reach. I searched on our local parents’ board and found Dr. Jeffrey Sasaki. I reluctantly paged him (remember, it’s now Sunday evening on a holiday weekend and I’m not even his regular patient), and he called me back, within minutes.
I described my symptoms, he asked intelligent questions, gave me great practical advice, assured me I was not going to die even though I felt like it, and set up an appointment for the next morning at his office.
I went in the next morning, and after an exam, x-​ray and referral, i was on my way home much relieved (so much of feeling better for me is knowing what I can expect to have happen next). He was very calm and professional throughout, down to the billing and insurance matters. I was and am eternally grateful for his diagnostic skill and professionalism — and responsiveness to a non-​patient on a holiday weekend. Thank you, Dr. Sasaki!