Lydia Wong, DDS

I have never had any sort of whitening done on my teeth before. Since I quit smoking I thoughta nice gift for myself would be zoom whitening. The deal is great $ 179 and I did the $ 20 extra for numbing and I’m soo glad I did. I’m a sensative person when it comes to my teeth. The whole procedure was quick and well worth the price. My teeth have never been whiter.

This is very professional, thorough, educative, warm and friendly dental clinic. I had 2 – 3 calls prior to the appointment day to tell me about parking options/​BART options as well as taking a brief history (expanded upon arrival) and recommendations for preparing for the 90-​minute teeth-​whitening procedure. I had a Russian+English-speaking clinician (I’m sorry, her name escapes me right now) who could not have been a more effective combination of knowledge, professionalism, competence, experience, good cheer, warmth & friendliness. She went out of her way to inform me what to expect at each stage concisely and clearly. This meant that there were no surprises. She was attentive to possible bathroom and pain-​killer needs (neither were needed by me but I appreciated her being so proactive. I was 30 mins late (yes, parking is no better than in Hong Kong or Manhattan) — the walk from BART was too far for me with my present knee injury and she kindly suggested moving my appt from 12 noon to 10am to increase the chances of finding a space in a nearby parking lot. She was very gracious about my tardiness and showed irritation (I would have been mad as hell at a new & unknown customer wasting so much of my professional time!). I will return for booster-​whitener if/​when that becomes necessary. I cant’ recommend this place too highly!

Came in for Zoom whitening w/​Yana and it was perfect. She didn’t try to upsell me and I appreciated that. In and out in record time w/​noticeably whiter teeth.

Writing my review now while it is fresh in my mind.
I purchased a Groupon after cross-​checking it with Unilocal to see what other people’s experiences have been.
Additionally I did a lot of research into ZOOM Whitening and felt prepared for however it would go, even quite painful since I tend towards very sensitive teeth.
Yana (I believe she was the hygienist) did the procedure. I opted for local anesthesia because I don’t have an issue with shots/​needles but I was scared of the shooting pains I had read about and didn’t want to stop halfway into the procedure. The anesthesia was a mere $ 20 add on fee, and was VERY worth it to me.
Dr. Wong did the 4 shots while Yana held my hand, which is so freaking sweet, and it actually did help to give a little squeeze over the very minor discomfort.
Yana was VERY thorough with her explanation of what she was doing, what would be happening during and after.
I started with the whitest shade on the natural spectrum (yay for good oral care payoffs) and she was clear that I may only go up one shade (on the «unnatural» scale which is only 3 shades).
She applied the protection precautions for my gums (and showed me since that was a concern of mine) brushed on the bleach solution, and put the light up The 15 min intervals went by in a snap, and I was even able to text/​email etc on my phone during. I felt nothing more than maybe the feeling of a cold finger touching my teeth, no pain.
In the end I went up 2 shades, 1 away from the whitest possible, and I am happy with the results. She gave me great post-​procedure advice, and 8 hrs later, with the anesthesia totally worn off, I feel only minor sensivity.
A few people have noticed the whitening, and I have already recommended it to friends. Definitely brightens up dingy teeth and makes a noticeable difference :)

Amazing service. I learned how to really brush. Little techniques that have made a major difference. I can’t believe I was never told these things before. Im glad at least now i know. I will make this my permanent dentist. She also found issues no other had before. I felt very welcome, very relaxed. The entire staff was wonderful. I highly recommend making her your primary.

Just left the office feeling like a million bucks! They were soooo thorough, explained everything and answered all my questions patiently. The procedure was even relaxing — super happy with the results!

I was really struggling between four and three stars for this, but, the fact is, I just didn’t think the dentist (Dr. Wong) did a very thorough job with my cleaning. I bought the amazon local deal for the tooth whitening, and the lady who did that was wonderful, and I was very pleased with her attention to detail and thoroughness in explaining the process and likely results.
However, my tooth cleaning by the dentist was by far the quickest and least meticulous cleaning I’ve ever had. When I asked why it was over so quickly, she just responded that I didn’t have any calcification (but I never have…), she didn’t do any flossing or any cleaning between my teeth, so I think I’m going to have to go back now and pay out of pocket (since only one cleaning is covered by my insurance) to get my teeth actually clean.

I just did zoom teeth whitening with Yna. She did an alsome job. I like my experience from the strat to the end. Plus, I went 3 shades up lighter :)

Let me begin with statement: I hate dentist. As a child, I hid my braces so I didn’t have to go back to see dentist. Lydia is exceptionally patience and care-​bear type of dentist. Although it doesn’t completely forgo my dentist phobia but at least I feel much better knowing that she’ll try her best to make me feel comfortable.
Her office is so cozy, she has pretty brand new equipments and all looks well taken care of. Oh, she even has the squeezy toy in case you need to squeeze something to conquer your fear.

I bought a Groupon for teeth whitening and was very happy with the result. The hygienist couldn’t have been more pleasant and was very thorough in her explanations. I will definitely be going back!

What an amazing people Dr. Wong and Yana are! They truly care about their patients! I am so glad I bought teeth whitening deal from LifeBooker and for sure I will be coming here for my regular dental needs. I already make appointment for Dec for filing!

Would recommend!
Bought a groupon deal to get the ZOOM! teeth whitening. Making appointment was easy over the phone. I got the 8am appointment on Thursday. Having read some reviews about the treatment, I was wary about getting the pain some described so I took 2 Advil before going in. Yena, the hygienist was very nice and professional. She asked me to fill out some forms then asked me a few questions before going in the room. She set up everything and let me know the procedures. The whole process took about an hour. I was surprised that I didn’t feel any discomfort during the whole treatment. My original teeth were on the whiter side, so I was told that the result might not be too much of a difference. It came out roughly 3 shades whiter, not the whitest but I’m satisfied.
On the day around noon after lunch I started to feel some shooting pain in teeth. It wasn’t unbearable but can be slightly bothersome. From 2^nd day and on, no discomfort.

Dr. Wong is so sweet and is great if you are looking for a dentist come here! She has Cerec!!! One visit crown restoration!

I thought I’d give an update now that I’ve been seeing Dr. Wong for two years. I’m still so pleased to have her as my dentist.
I like having a dentist who does all the cleaning, from the plaque picking to the fluoride wheely thing. I’ve been to dentist offices where the dentist superficially picks at my teeth for a few minutes and then hands me off to an assistant who sloppily finishes the job. Dr. Wong always does a thorough and detailed job.
Also, I’ve had numerous mouth guards molded from different dentists in the past. Dr. Wong recommended a mouth guard that molds to the roof of my mouth, rather than molding around the whole top row of my teeth. This guard has worked really well and I’ve had it for two years now.

Lydia Wong is a lifesaver!
2 years ago, A big piece of my front tooth broke off while I was eating an apple. It literally flipped out of my mouth and landed on my computer keyboard! I was horrified. I panicked and ran to the mirror. There was a big ugly hole in my front tooth! This front tooth had already started turning slightly grey after a root canal I had suffered through 3 years earlier with a previous dentist. Now the tooth was breaking apart and I didn’t know what to do! It looked terrible! I put the piece of tooth into a shot glass filled with water and went to work with it. I walked around work feeling embarrassed, self-​conscious and unhappy. I covered up my mouth with my hand whenever I smiled or spoke to anyone in an effort to hide my broken tooth.
I did a search for cosmetic dentists that could help fix my front tooth and made a few phone calls. Every doctor was unavailable that day except for one. Lydia Wong. She was willing to stay late in her office to see me directly after work and to fix my tooth. Thankfully she is located in a convenient spot close to the Financial District. It was walking distance from my job.
She was warm and kind from the first moment I met her. I could tell she genuinely cared and she took the time to listen to my concerns.
I was pretty distraught that day and nearly in tears. I must have seemed like a complete basket case with my jagged broken tooth and shot glass. I was just imagining the worst and thought this was going to be a thousand dollar procedure. It was a bizarre situation in the first place, who loses a chunk of their tooth while eating an apple?
She was sympathetic to my situation and took the shot glass with my tooth piece with a gentle smile. She took an X-​ray that revealed a bunch of hairline fractures on both my front teeth. That’s why my tooth had broken. Within 15 minutes, She had re-​attached the piece of tooth as though it were a puzzle piece. She smoothed it over and actually fixed the shape of my tooth! I was amazed at the fact that not only could you not see that my tooth had ever been chipped but she actually made my tooth look better. I expected an immense bill, but it only cost about 35 $ with my insurance. I can’t describe my relief.
She warned me that my front tooth would become more grey and fragile over time. She told me that I would probably need a crown eventually. She was right. She fit me for a crown the following year and even bleached my teeth for a great price so that all my teeth would be whiter. This way I could get a brighter crown to match my new pretty color.
The crown fit perfectly, she shaved it into just the right shape and the color match was exact! You can’t even tell I have a crown.
She’s not only a great dentist but a nice person too. Over the years, I’ve shared vacation pictures with her and stories from my life. I genuinely enjoy my visits to the dentist now and I know that if I run into any cosmetic problems in the future she will be available to help me.
I now have a new crown, white, strong teeth and a beautiful smile. Thanks to Lydia Wong. I look at old pictures of my teeth and I’m amazed at the work she has done. I’m also grateful for all the time and care she put in. She did it all in a way that was very affordable for me and didn’t break the bank at all. I definitely recommend her, especially for crowns, deep cleaning and cosmetic work. She is precise and efficient. She takes the time to make sure it comes out right.
Note: She is also very accommodating for those that have very sensitive gums & teeth. She offers nitrous oxide for many of her more complex procedures.

I had Zoom whitening here today with a Groupon. Very nice modern, clean office. The staff here is so caring and warm and even asked if I needed my hand held during the anesthesia shots. How nice!
Highly recommended for whitening and a great deal, to boot!

Wow. My Zoom whitening experience yesterday was absolutely pleasant, pain-​free, and yielded remarkable results. Dr Wong put me at ease and answered all of my questions. She gave me 3 Advils, set up the mouth gear (to protect my lips, gums and tongue), took a before photo, applied the whitening gel and ultraviolet light, and then started «Midnight in Paris» for me to watch during the 3 timed whitening sessions. I kept wondering when I would feel some discomfort, sensitivity, or pain and I never did– not during the treatment and not in the past 24-​hours either. My teeth are such a lovely, natural-​looking bright white now and I am so happy, I can’t stop smiling! I would recommend Dr Wong and Zoom whitening to anyone. In fact, I want to send my husband to her for the same treatment. Thanks Dr Wong!

I was really nervous about this entire Zoom/​Groupon project until I met the lovely ladies who work here. They were so warm and so professional, I knew within minutes of arriving that everything would be fine. They recommended the Novocaine, and I’m glad I took their suggestion; three hours after treatment, the anesthetic is wearing off and I’m already feeling the pangs in my nerves!
The tops for me was when I started freaking out a little bit with the numbing shots: they promptly brought out a fuzzy teddy bear which they had on deck for just such occasions. I was skeptical at first, but I gave that guy a couple squeezes to get me through the last couple shots, and I actually felt really comforted. Not just by the cuddly bear, but how much they cared! Aww!
They even called in a Rx for me in case I had any trouble with pain later on.
In terms of results, I can’t believe what a huge difference having a super white smile makes. I will definitely be back: it was worth the time, money, and slight discomfort!

No pain, no gain. This is absolutely true with the Zoom! whitening experience.
One thing I appreciated were the clear and fair warnings before the process began. I was given options for anesthetic shots or ibuprofen. I’m not too fond of taking meds, so I figure I’d suck it up and take whatever pain came during/​after the procedure.
There are 3 intervals where the dentist applied/​reapplied the whitening solution. First 2 were great… easy and painless. The 3^rd session was pretty crazy. I could feel the nerves in my teeth reacting — a shooting pain that shot from my teeth to my brain. But, I expected this so no probs.
Overall, great service and a great practice going on here. Very clean and welcoming office — convenient location from the Financial District. I have to say again that I really appreciated the no-​BS info that was given to me. Everything that the dentist said was true and not exaggerated at all. Professional service all around… also, after everything was done, I could just walk out — simple and fast, which was great because I had to get back to the office.
P. S. all part of the procedure, but for an entire day, I wanted to die from the aggravating pain… but it’s worth it because my teeth are a natural 4-​shades whiter!

I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Wong on 9/​20, for my Zoom whitening procedure. My teeth weren’t bad to begin with, but they weren’t super white either. Her receptionist is so sweet, and the office is really nice. Everything about the procedure was explained to me in great detail so I knew exactly what to expect. Dr. Wong’s chair side manner is amazing. She is kind, personable and provided me with a great experience. My teeth are now incredibly white (see picture) and I didn’t have any issues with sensitivity. Thanks, Dr. Wong!