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Dentists in Anaheim, CA

Welcome to Bright Now! Dental of Anaheim, where your smile is our priority. As a leading Anaheim, CA dentist, we’re proud to provide affordable, high-quality dental care to patients of all ages. Conveniently located in Northeast Anaheim—just minutes from Downtown—we serve families throughout Anaheim as well as nearby communities like Fullerton, Placentia, Orange, Anaheim Hills, and Garden Grove.

Located next to Taco Bell near State College Blvd. & Underhill Ave.

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Aln U. on Google
Dec 05, 2025
Great staff all around! The doctor was very informative, knowledgeable, and caring. I appreciate their generosity. Will continue to come back!
janet c. on Google
Dec 04, 2025
Very kind dentist and staff in this office. I really appreciate all the hard work. They helped me so much. Was referred by couple friends who also really like this dentist thx!
Opalith O. on Google
Nov 17, 2025
Felt comfortable with the process. This place gets the job done.
WebWorks A. on Google
Nov 19, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ BRIGHT NOW DENTAL ANAHEIM DESERVES MORE THAN 5 STARS!

If you’re looking for the dental office that actually makes you feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for — Bright Now Dental in Anaheim is the place. I’ve been to many dentists throughout my life, but nothing compares to the experience here.

From the moment you walk in, the front desk team greets you like family — warm smiles, great energy, and zero attitude. Scheduling is absolutely top-tier: text reminders, email confirmations, calls if needed — they make sure you’re always in the loop and never miss an appointment. Stress-free and perfectly organized.

Now let me talk about the REAL superstar —
Dr. José Cardenas.
Hands down, the best dentist I’ve ever seen in my entire life. His precision, knowledge, and calm confidence make you feel like you’re in the best possible hands. He explains everything clearly, takes his time, and genuinely cares about your comfort. The level of professionalism and detail he brings is unmatched. You can tell he truly loves what he does, and that energy changes the whole experience.

The assistants and hygienists are fantastic too — super friendly, patient, and always making sure you’re relaxed. The entire office runs like a well-oiled machine, but still feels personal and full of positive vibes.

Whether it’s a routine cleaning, dental work, or something more serious… this is the office you want. I left feeling grateful, relieved, and honestly excited to come back — who says that about the dentist?! 😅

Huge THANK YOU to Dr. Cardenas and the amazing Anaheim team. You guys set the gold standard.

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Andi O. on Google
Nov 19, 2025
My husband uses this location because it is close to his office, he had to have extensive work done. Not only were the staff helpful, kind, and accommodating, their work was exceptional!
Kevin P. on Google
Nov 20, 2025
I like the service and im happy to wait to get cleaned in my mouth
Catherine K. on Google
Nov 08, 2025
My dental hygienist and the front desk were very friendly. The only thing that was negative was that they were about 40 minutes late after my appointment time.
Geoffrey N. on Google
Nov 11, 2025
Very friendly team. Took me in last minute to their very busy schedule. They are awesome
kylie s. on Google
Nov 06, 2025
This location is often extremely busy, though the staff are efficient at getting folks the care they need in a compassionate and relatively timely manner. The hygienist Jackie is awesome at what she does, and Doc Cardenas is very kind and thorough.
Sandra U. on Google
Oct 18, 2025
Great staff & dentists. I only needed an adjustment to my partials & was in & out in less than 30 minutes!!
My husband & I have been going to Bright Now for several years & everyone is so attentive.
Would definitely recommend Bright Now to friends.
Kevin P. on Google
Oct 18, 2025
I like the service and im happy to wait to get cleaned in my mouth
James B. on Google
Oct 22, 2025
Donuts coming soon ! 🌹
Mariah T. on Google
Oct 11, 2025
Always a great experience and grat work
Abraham V. on Google
Sep 30, 2025
Great location, close to my residence and clean environment.
Lus Elena H. on Google
Oct 02, 2025
Love them, amazing staff!
M3 D. on Google
Sep 26, 2025
I can't say enough great things about the entire staff at the Anaheim office. Very understanding, knowledgeable, patient, professional & have great friendly personalities too. I've always had a deep fear of the dentist & they are so accommodating & gentle with me. I also recently brought both my elderly parents and they were great with each of their concerns & needs. Thank you Staff. Keep doing what you're doing. You have definitely taken the fear of the dentist & knocked it down considerably. That's why I keep coming back & referring friends & family to your location.
James S. on Google
Sep 16, 2025
Got my teeth cleaned. It went well.
Kazuko B. on Google
Sep 19, 2025
The Bright Now office and staff and dentists are awesome. I had a broken tooth for a long time but due to my high blood pressure which the office caught, it was delayed in being pulled out. On Thursday September 18th, that tooth was finally pulled. I have a little anxiety when it comes to dentist from a childhood experience. Dr. Choi was gentle,, took his time, and told me what he was doing each step, I hardly felt the shots he gave to numb the tooth and his assistant was very supportive also. I had not had a dentist as gentle handed since I got my wisdom teeth pulled over 40 years ago. This is the office I will be returning to!! Keep up the great work!!
Jose M. on Google
Sep 17, 2025
Buen frabajo buen servicio
Dennis H. on Google
Sep 05, 2025
Very nice person I received great customer service
Keni A. on Google
May 28, 2025
Excelente servicio
Alicia S. on Google
Aug 19, 2025
Let me start with I had a cavity that finally broke/cracked tooth. It had been awhile, 7 years to be exact from the last time I was here to get work done. The lady who helped me at the front desk was Dominique. Dominique Thank you for be so kind to help me…..
Let me say she has it together. I didn’t have them as a provider for my dental insurance and she told me exact what to do and say. I got my dental insurance switched and active so I could use it for my walk in apt. Yes, they accept walk -ins.
The front office staff is very friendly and willing to help you how they can.
Kimberly P. on Google
Aug 19, 2025
The wait was about a hour but the staff was very friendly and helpful with any information i needed.
Kathy H. on Google
Aug 05, 2025
Dr. And staff were great! Very friendly, reassuring and helpful.
Ana Z. on Google
Aug 05, 2025
This place is AMAZING!! The best customer service ever. They are very professional and kind. Dominique, Willie and the office Manager Guadalupe are the best, they always go above and beyond for their patients. So grateful for you all. Appreciate your support, kindness and assistance. 🙏 I have been coming to this location for 20 years and because of them, I will continue to be loyal. 😊
Julie W. on Google
Aug 05, 2025
Very helpful, very friendly. Great front office staff, we understood everything that needed to be done.
RYAN R. on Google
Jul 19, 2025
My experience Bright now was very professional starting from customer service right when you enter and I’ll let you know how long roughly your Waiting Lorenzo decade will be from your appointment set. The dentist are very compelling very professional on letting you know if different options they give you for making it easy for you to feel relaxing and calm and not so tense and I would refer anybody to this business.
Jesus V. on Google
Jul 22, 2025
I like going there for my teeth issues and they are very professional, unfortunately I don’t like to wait and much less when there’s an appointment already scheduled, there have been a few times that I have to reschedule due to the inconvenience of waiting too long, everyone is very friendly though which I makes up for it
Mae G. on Google
Jun 30, 2025
Great Service, Great Teamwork!
John Wright J. on Google
Jun 11, 2025
The employee are friendly and very open and knowledgeable. And very very efficient. They got me in at last minute, with no appointment.
Lus Elena H. on Google
May 31, 2025
Love them, amazing staff!
Didier h. on Google
May 28, 2025
Excelente servicio
Quelita . on Google
May 17, 2025
The Dr are so nice and knowledge. I was so scared because of my previous experience at a certain location. To where I feared the dentist. I was referred here by a friend. Now me and my boys are here faithfully for every appointment. I highly recommend the dentistry here. My name is Natasha and I give all the Dr. and the staff props. They are getting my grill back together one 🦷tooth at a time. Ps...you can even make appointments on line🫶
Armando . on Google
Apr 26, 2025
4/26/25
The administrative staff at this location is very nice and attentive. They will make sure your stay is pleasant while you wait for the time of your appointment. I arrived to my appointment earlier than usual and they accommodated me. My dentist was very gentle and she quickly cleaned my teeth. She is my favorite dentist and the reason I come back to the bright now time after time. Thank you.

1/17/25
Service is still Excellent after 3 visits. The staff here is professional and personable. They will greet you warmly and make sure you are being taken care of. One of the dentists even explained a procedure in depth just to make sure I was comfortable with it. I appreciate that level of care and it is why I continue to return to this location.

Very professional team of dentists and hygienists. It's a pleasant surprise to visit such an exceptional dentistry office. During my visit I was always asked if I was okay and if I was comfortable. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is positive. They use the most current technology to look at your teeth and address your current situation. My only regret is that I did not come sooner. I am looking forward to making my next visit.
Aubrey De F. on Google
May 20, 2025
I dislike going to any dentist. I expressed my fears around it all. They were so understanding, and sympathetic. I am so impressed with how comfortable I end up feeling. They do an amazing job and are very thorough. The entire team is warm and accommodating! Thank you guys for everything! I won't be going anywhere else!
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