Vanessa Ho, DDS

I went in for a cleaning and exam after not having been to the dentist in a long time. The staff was super friendly and professional, and was able to squeeze me in for a visit the same week I called.
The hygienist was very good, probably one of the easiest and pain-​free cleanings I have ever had (even though I’d gone way too long between appointments). After that they took x-​rays, which was quick and easy. I’m glad they did, because they caught some cavities that would not have been discovered from a regular exam.
Dr. Ho did the exam and found a few little problems. She was very kind and professional, giving lots of suggestions on how to avoid future problems in a knowledgeable yet easy-​to-​understand way. It is clear that she is very passionate about her work and good at what she does.
Finally, the pricing was very fair, even with no dental insurance.
I would highly recommend this office to anyone and would definitely return if I wasn’t moving to another part of the state.

I first started coming to this office when it was owned by Dr. Brix, DDS. He was amazing! Today, the practice is owned by Vanessa Ho. My insurance changed in 2015 when I changed jobs and Dr. Ho was «out of network.» Even though my insurance changed, I decided to remain a patient and pay out of pocket because I like my hygienist, Linda.
Prior to an appointment I had scheduled in February, 2016, Dr. Ho had told Sue (the biller) that I needed x-​rays and a check-​up (both an additional charge) or I would not be allowed to confirm my appointment. Sue offered an explanation that this was required due to Dr. Ho’s malpractice insurance. I investigated the merit of this explanation and found there was none. I spoke to a well respected dentist in my community, my insurance company and even looked up the information on the ADA (American Dental Association) website. My insurance company representative could not believe a dentist would deny service unless additional services were agreed and paid for and they recommended I go elsewhere.
Dr. Ho has essentially ignored a patient’s rights to refuse specific services under the guise that the services are required for her insurance. (If her malpractice insurance is her top concern, all she has to do is have a patient sign a waiver, refusing any service she recommends.) Remember, the dentist works for the patient. Any service they provide, including additional services, is the patient’s choice. To any patient, proceed with care and know your rights. I gave over 25+ years to this practice and now, I am happy to walk away.

I can see why she gets such a high rating. I came in here due to some discomfort with a crown placed by another dentist, after my trust in him had been shaken. I was convinced it was infected and I was due for a big ordeal. She examined me thoroughly, listened to all of my concerns, and seemed extremely knowledgable. She also seemed somewhat dismayed at my previous treatment.
She wound up filing the crown down a bit after taking the time to check my bite. She is very gentle and takes the time to really explain things… without you having to ask.
Also Sue in the front office is terrific… very professional and thorough (I’ve never even had someone explain the «dental fact sheet» to me before…) and checked out all my insurance before I even arrived.
I’ll be becoming a patient here as soon as I need my next cleaning & xrays, and will update my review as necessary but really, we’re off to a great start.

I am so pleased with Dr. Vanessa Ho. I had a tooth that kept getting infected since I was pregnant (about two years ago) and I couldn’t do much because I was pregnant. That tooth had multiple filings, deep, and my previous dentist 5 years go said I would probably need a root canal the next time I come back for that tooth.
Fast forward to two months ago when I visited the dentist, she gave me a referral to see an Endodontist for a root canal. After the root canal, I was still feeling discomfort and two months after, developed a big ball behind that tooth. I thought that this was happening due to the fact that I did not go back to my dentist to get a crown. I was waiting to do this next year in Jan when I have dental benefits again. I was so nervous and felt distrust towards my previous dentist, so I remembered that my girlfriend told me that she would only go to Dr. Ho for all her dental needs. I’ve met Dr. Ho from church many years ago in the children’s ministry where both our kids went and knew her as a warm mother-​so i decided to message to tell her my situation and see if she could help me. She responded quickly and squeezed me in between her patients the very next morning. Dr. Ho was surprised that I got a root canal because I had so severe bone loss next to that tooth that she would have recommended that I do an extraction and implant. She suggested that I see the Endodontist to have him look at it as it looked like the root was infected. She also gave me a referral to get my tooth extracted and have an implant consult with an oral surgeon.
I’m grateful that she suggested I do this because upon seeing Dr. Gee at the Ivy Institute in Arcadia, he said it appears that my tooth is fractured and he did not see this when he removed the filling which is why he proceeded to perform the root canal. He then told me that i needed to get the tooth extracted ASAP and even offered to reimburse me for the root canal (i paid 447, insurance paid 840ish) So i scheduled the appointment to see the oral surgeon that Dr. Ho recommended, and I was so pleased with the procedure-​office was clean, professional, surgeon was excellent. I am excited to go back and feel like I’m in great hands now with Dr. Ho. My only regret is I should’ve seen her earlier! She is not only an excellent dentist but an honest and sincere person.

If you are looking for a new dentist office, look no further! Had my first visit today and it was a great experience with the staff and Dr Ho. Very professional clean and organized. The secretary who works there is totally on the ball with her paperwork. Wow! Thank you again for the wonderful service.

Dr. Ho is a highly qualified, professional, and personable dentist. Not only does she look after the dental care/​needs of her patients, but she is also concerned about the personal well-​being of her patients. She has the best interest of her patients in mind and she is one of the kindest people I know. In addition, she is highly skilled and knowledgeable and has a steady hand. Other dentists I have used in the past have unintentionally poked or stabbed me with their dental instruments. She has a great sense of integrity and high moral standards. She is someone you can trust and someone who will be honest with you.
After getting a root canal, I went to Dr. Ho for gum lengthening surgery and a crown for my upper molar. The upper molar is probably the most difficult tooth to perform dental services on since it is in the back of my mouth and I have lots of cheek tissue that kept getting in the way. What I really appreciated was that Dr. Ho would advise me on each step of the process and tell me why each surgery was required or needed and let me decide which option I would like to pursue. She drew upon her experience with other similar patients and was able to articulate technical dental terms in a way that I could easily understand. The surgery was painless, smooth, and quick and I am very satisfied with my crown. Dr. Ho follows up with me on a regular basis to ensure that the crown is intact and that I don’t have any discomfort.

I was looking for a dentist for my kids and I hit the jackpot! Dr. Ho was super friendly, made my kids feel at ease, and even listened to their requests. She was very thorough and knowledgable, as was her staff. My kids now love going to the dentist! Highly recommended!!!

I just had my first visit at Dr. Ho’s office and I was so impressed by the friendliness of the office staff and the promptness of the office visit. Dr. Ho was very personable and knowledgeable and was able to clearly answer all my questions about the pain I was having in my tooth. It was evident that she was experienced in this field. When she was examining my teeth, her and her staff were very gentle with me and made me feel comfortable. I definitely would come again and would recommend this place to all my friends.

I recently went to Dr. Ho for a routine check up. It was my first time under her care. The office was clean, and I felt the staff was friendly and courteous. When Dr. Ho checked out my teeth, she was very thorough and i felt at ease in her chair. Only thing was, she found a cavity! I had a large filling from a prior dentist from 20 years ago and most of the tooth was decayed. And so she advised getting a crown. I was a little uneasy about going through the process as I’ve not had a great experiences from prior dentists. Dr. Ho assured me the process would be easy and simple.
I had to admit, getting a crown from Dr. Ho was practically painless. I’m usually a bit anxious when it comes to novocain shots, but all her shots were painless and I could tell she made great effort to make it painless. I could also tell that she had a steady hand, but she was not heavy handed. All in all, I had a great experience and a nice new crown to show for it.
So if you are a little lets say, «tentative» about trying out a new dentist, you should try out Dr. Ho. You won’t be dissatisfied!

So happy we read these wonderful Unilocal reviews and saw Dr. Ho. Sue works the front office and gave us all the info we needed. She is so welcoming and helpful! Dr. Ho is great and informative. She’s very sweet and makes you feel comfortable. Dr. Ho does not push any work on you. Awesome dentist and wonderful dental staff, forgive me for not remembering the dental assistant and hygienist’s names but they were gentle and great too!

Dr. Vanessa Ho is a perfect example of a professional and thorough dentist. She is someone that you can trust to have the skill, knowledge, and integrity to do a wonderful job.
As a person, she is kind, honest, and friendly. During a brief 6 month span when I had dental insurance that only allowed certain dentists, an «unnamed» dentist recommended I get 3 fillings and other unnecessary work probably in order to bill more revenue. Something was definitely off and it was then I knew and understood that I needed a dentist that was on my side, only doing what was best for me and my health. Long story short, I did not need the work that the crooked dentist offered, and was able to save thousands of dollars. I do not know how much more you need from your dentist!
Find a dentist like Dr. Vanessa Ho that you can trust!

Dr. Ho is fantastic! She’s nice, thorough, and explains things so you can easily understand. She gives her professional opinion without judgment or being pushy to do something. She’s helped me with my Invisalign and my teeth look great! Thanks Dr. Ho!

I definitely recommend Vanessa Ho’s dental practice. She is very sincere, kind, honest, and meticulous. You can definitely trust Dr. Ho and her staff to be completely honest and do quality work. She is a very patient, conscientious person who will go out of her way to make you feel cared for. Your teeth will definitely be in fantastic hands here!
I highly recommend Dr. Ho and her practice!

Vanessa is vey professional and conscientious. She doesn’t recommend unnecessary work. You will get great care and a great smile — ask for the teeth whitening trays!
Brought our son in too and he got toys and a pleasant first check up!

Both my parents are patients of Dr Ho, and they love her. Too bad I live in Orange County. Dr Ho really takes good care of my parents who are in their 60s. My dad doesn’t have dental insurance, and he couldn’t afford the out of pocket costs for his implants. Instead of pressuring him into getting it done, Dr Ho gave him other more affordable options. You think dentists are always out there to get your money? Not Dr Ho. She will give you a very honest opinion and never offer services that you don’t need. Before each procedure, she will sit down with you and explain it to you. I’m so thankful that my parents have found a dentist they both can trust.

Finding a good dentist is like finding a rare gem. It’s hard to come by. I’m thankful to find Dr. Ho. When you walk into the office, the whole staff greets you and you already feel your nerves starting to calm. Dr. Ho is super friendly and takes her time to talk with you to assess the problem. She’s very personable, which I love. I went in for a cleaning but also got x-​rays. The staff seems to always be on top of things, sending me reminders for cleanings and friendly calls for my appointments. She is gentle gentle gentle! I highly recommend her.

I love Dr. Ho! I really hate going to the dentist, but Dr. Ho makes the experience so easy and painless! She’s extremely thorough and all the dental work I’ve gotten done from her has always been top-​notch. Even my mom goes to her and we both love her! She’s always so friendly and pleasant, makes the visit always much more enjoyable! Too bad I no longer live in the LA area, I wish I could find a dentist as good as her up here in SF!

Dr Ho is as professional as it gets! Her knowledge of dentistry is robust and she takes a lot of care in diagnosing and taking care of your teeth in the best way possible. She has a gentle touch and is very easy to get along with. The experience of going to the dentist can be very nerving but she makes it very pleasant.
If you are looking for a dentist or are unhappy with yours, I recommend you give her a call and get a consultation! You will be very happy to work with her!

I just got back from my appointment with Dr. Ho and it was a great experience! I was scheduled for my 6 month cleaning (actually 1 year) when she noticed a cavity! We decided it was best to get the cavity drilled and filled and to reschedule the cleaning. I was impressed at how she took control of the situation. She carefully explained what she was doing which made me feel comfortable and cared for. I am deathly afraid of Novocain shots but she was so gentle I didn’t even feel the stick. I could also tell she was really careful when drilling, had really steady hands. The process took about 30 – 40 minutes and I was out the door. 3 hours later, the numbness wore off and I was able to enjoy my lunch… crunchy sweet barbacoa tacos w/​out any pain. Thanks Dr. Ho!

My wife and I had extremely good experiences visiting Dr. Ho. She was professional, took her time, friendly, and knowledgeable. Some dentists make you feel like you are just another case to be dealt with throughout the day (making you feel rushed, uncared for, and you end up leaving with a bad taste in your mouth-​literally sometimes!). Dr. Ho, however, goes above and beyond to make you feel like you are important. You get treated especially well. I find her to be honest and skilled at her craft. Highly recommend her!