A Center For Dental Excellence

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22 Years

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Your Trusted Dentists in San Jose, CA

A Center For Dental Excellence has been serving South Bay patients since 2004, providing comprehensive advanced dentistry for families. Our practice combines personalized care with cutting-edge technology, including 3D imaging systems that minimize radiation exposure while enhancing treatment precision. We specialize in sedation dentistry, implant placement, cosmetic procedures, orthodontics, and periodontal surgery, ensuring comfort through nitrous oxide, IV sedation, and general anesthesia options.

Our team collaborates with sleep physicians to offer alternative dental appliances for sleep apnea, and we prioritize accessibility for special needs populations and the deaf community through American Sign Language expertise. With a commitment to lifelong learning, our lead dentist holds the prestigious Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD) award, reflecting over 1,200 hours of continuing education and dedication to maintaining the highest standards of modern dental care.

Services

Sedation Dentistry Implant Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry Orthodontics Periodontal Surgery

Details

Year established: 2004

Highlights and features

We offer over 1,200 hours of advanced dental education and specialized training in sedation techniques.
Our practice has served the South Bay community since 2004 with personalized dental solutions.
We collaborate with sleep physicians to provide custom dental appliances for sleep apnea treatment.
Our 3D imaging technology ensures precise diagnostics with minimal radiation exposure.
We specialize in care for special needs populations and the deaf community through ASL expertise.

Associations and certifications

Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD)

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Services

Sedation Dentistry

Our sedation dentistry services provide anxiety-free dental experiences through tailored options including nitrous oxide, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. We collaborate with anesthesiologists to ensure patient safety during complex procedures while monitoring vital signs throughout treatment. This approach benefits patients with dental phobias, special needs, or extensive treatment requirements.

Dental Implants

Implant dentistry offers permanent solutions for missing teeth using titanium posts that integrate with jawbone tissue. Our 3D imaging technology enables precise surgical planning for single-tooth replacements, bridges, or denture stabilization. This technology minimizes radiation exposure while maximizing long-term functionality and natural aesthetics for improved eating and smiling confidence.

Cosmetic Dentistry

We create natural-looking smiles by combining artistic skill with biological considerations through veneers, gum contouring, and comprehensive treatment planning. Our approach considers facial structures, lip dynamics, and gum health to address individual beauty perceptions while maintaining oral functionality and long-term dental health.

Orthodontics

We offer traditional braces and clear aligner systems for teens and adults seeking improved dental alignment. Customized treatment plans address individual orthodontic needs while prioritizing aesthetic solutions like ceramic brackets and invisible aligners. This improves both smile appearance and overall oral health through proper tooth positioning.

Full Mouth Reconstruction

Our full mouth reconstruction addresses severe dental damage from trauma, disease, or neglect through comprehensive restoration plans. We combine implant dentistry, crowns, and periodontal treatments to rebuild functional bites and natural smiles. This transformative process restores patients' ability to eat comfortably and smile confidently while improving long-term oral health.

People

Thien H. Vu

Dentist, MAGD

Dr. Vu earned her DDS from Creighton University and completed a General Practice Residency at UCSF-Fresno. She holds the prestigious MAGD award from the Academy of General Dentistry after 1,200+ hours of continuing education. She specializes in sedation dentistry, serves special needs populations, and contributes to dental education as a mentor and peer review expert.

Questions

What dental specialties do you offer?

We provide sedation dentistry, implant placement, cosmetic procedures, orthodontics, and periodontal surgery using advanced 3D imaging technology.

Do you handle dental emergencies?

Yes, we accommodate emergency visits for broken teeth and dental pain with prompt scheduling.

Can you treat patients with special needs?

Our practice specializes in care for special needs populations and the deaf community through ASL expertise and specialized sedation techniques.

Do you accept dental insurance?

We bill medical and dental insurance plans, including Medicare, to reduce out-of-pocket costs for procedures like surgeries and sleep apnea appliances.

What sedation options are available?

We offer nitrous oxide, IV sedation, and general anesthesia administered with anesthesiologist support for patient safety and comfort.

How do you use 3D imaging in treatment?

Our 3D imaging system provides precise diagnostics with minimal radiation exposure, enhancing implant placement accuracy and surgical planning.

Reviews (4)

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Jacob P.

Jun 29, 2022 Report

I got some fillings done and a crown replaced. Good dentist, I don't have anything noteworthy to say which is a good thing for this stuff. Better than my experiences at other dentists.

N. S.

Jun 09, 2021 Report

My family goes to Dr. Vu and staff for our dental needs. We can always count on Dr. Vu providing honest and practical advice and care. For years Dr. Vu and staff have provided services to our special needs son with care and compassion. The office is very clean and Dr. Vu is a well regarded in the dental community for her service and teaching students and dentists. Dr. Vu's friendly interactions with patients help make patients more comfortable going to the dentist. This carries over to her staff as well.

Maile Favela

Mar 26, 2021 Report

I had a home accident last January and the smile my parents paid for (tons of dental work) was destroyed. I was upset, traumatized, my maxilla was broken along with part of me. Dr. Vu worked with me from the beginning starting with the paperwork for my insurance (health) she stuck threw with me for over a year. Dr. Vu and her awesome staff fixed and repaired my maxilla, my smile and part of myself.

I had been to numerous consultations where the attitude was more of "cookie cutter" deal. Get in, get out. This office was full of empathy, and kindness. I love my dentist she's the bomb! Thank you Dr. Vu and Bobbie.xoxo

Zachary P.

Jul 23, 2020 Report

Dr. Vu and Bobbie are absolutely awesome! It had been a long time since I had been to a dentist, so naturally I was a bit fearful. They were both great at making me comfortable and putting my mind at ease, as well as thorough in explaining everything. I would highly recommend this dentist's office.