World-Class Dentistry, Locally Rooted in Palo Alto

From routine cleanings to complex specialty care, we provide judgment-free dental excellence designed for your comfort.

Finding a Great Dentist in Palo Alto Doesn’t Have to Be Hard

Living in Palo Alto is great, but finding a local doctor you actually like can be a pain. Whether you are grabbing coffee on University Avenue or walking the trails at Pearson-Arastradero Preserve, the last thing you want to be thinking about is a toothache. We’ve seen so many neighbors from Old Palo Alto and Crescent Park come in after putting off their checkups because they were nervous or just too busy with life at Stanford or tech jobs.

If you’ve been searching for a dentist in Palo Alto, we want to make things easy. We treat our patients like family—the kind of family you actually like seeing. Our office is a place where you can get your teeth fixed without feeling like just another number in a big system.

Our Commitment to You

Care Built on Trust

If you’ve been searching for a dentist in Palo Alto, we want to make things easy. We treat our patients like family—the kind of family you actually like seeing. Our office is a place where you can get your teeth fixed without feeling like just another number in a big system.

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Palo Alto Weekly Best of Award 2014–2025 badge for Dentist Palo Alto in Palo Alto, CA

General & Preventive Care

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Routine & Emergency Exams

Whether it’s a Comprehensive Exam to start fresh or a quick “Problem-Focused” visit for a chipped tooth from Town & Country Village, we use low-radiation Digital X-rays for fast, safe results.

The Ultimate Cleaning (GBT)

Experience Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). Our hygienists use warm water and gentle powder to clean more effectively than old tools—it’s like a spa day for your teeth.

Services

Your Path to a Healthier Smile in Palo Alto

Whether it’s been six months or six years since your last visit, we provide a judgment-free environment centered on your comfort. From high-tech diagnostics to gentle restorative care, we’re here to be your partner for the long haul.

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Orthodontics: Clear Aligners

Perfect for the Palo Alto professional. Straighten your teeth with Invisalign—removable, invisible on Zoom, and no "metal mouth" required.

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Periodontics: Healthy Foundations

If your gums are red or receding, don't worry—you’re not alone. From Deep Cleanings (Scaling) to Gum Grafts to protect your smile during a walk at Gamble Garden, we fix the foundation.

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Prosthodontics: Rebuilding Smiles

Don't let missing teeth stop you from enjoying a sourdough sandwich. We offer the "Gold Standard" in Dental Implants, Crowns, and Bridges to make your smile strong again.

Root Canal Therapy & Extractions

Our goal is always to save your natural tooth. We make Root Canals as stress-free as possible. Feeling nervous? We offer Nitrous Oxide or Oral Sedation to keep you relaxed. If a tooth simply cannot be saved, we handle Extractions right here in-office.

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Orthodontics & Clear Aligners

Noticing your teeth shifting or your kids reaching "that age"? Many of our Palo Alto neighbors prefer Invisalign (Clear Aligners) because they are virtually invisible on Zoom calls and easy to remove for dinner. Get the straight smile you’ve always wanted without the "metal mouth" look.

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Periodontics (Gum Health)

Your gums are the foundation of your smile. If you’re dealing with redness or bleeding, don't worry—it's more common than you think. From Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning) to Gum Graft Surgery for receding lines, we make sure your foundation is rock solid.

Confidence You Can See

Smile Transformations

Sometimes a healthy smile just needs a little glow-up.

Prosthodontics (Rebuilding Smiles)

Missing or broken teeth shouldn't stop you from enjoying a sourdough sandwich or an apple. We specialize in "rebuilding" smiles using the gold standard of care: Dental Implants, custom Crowns, and Bridges that look and feel just like your natural teeth.

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Cosmetic Dentistry & Veneers

Ready for a total makeover? Porcelain Veneers fix chips, stains, and gaps for a red-carpet-ready look. For smaller fixes, we offer quick Composite Bonding or Gum Contouring to reshape a "gummy" smile and show off more of your pearly whites.

Advanced Wellness & TMJ Therapy

We look at how your mouth affects your whole body. If you wake up with jaw pain or headaches, our TMJ/TMD Evaluations (including Botox for TMJ) can help. We also provide Sleep Apnea Evaluations to help you (and your partner) finally get a quiet, restful night's sleep.

Total Body Wellness

A clean, high-tech treatment room in Palo Alto where Dr. Tseng and Dr. Hansen provide clear braces consultations.

TMJ & Jaw Pain

Wake up with a sore jaw? Our TMJ Evaluations and Botox treatments relax tight muscles to stop grinding and headaches.

Sleep Apnea Care

Tired of snoring or feeling exhausted? We offer Sleep Apnea solutions that don’t involve loud machines.

Meet Our Palo Alto Dentists

Dr. Harry Tseng

PALO ALTO DENTIST

Dr. Christine Hansen

PALO ALTO DENTIST

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Patient Reviews for Palo Alto Dentists Dr. Harry Tseng & Dr. Christine Hansen 

Community Trusted Care

Why Palo Alto Families Choose Us

People here value technology and trust, and we blend both. From digital X-rays to same-day crowns, everything we do is designed for accuracy and comfort.

We’ve been part of the Palo Alto community for over 20 years, supporting local school drives, and cheering at youth soccer games.

Our patients often say they feel like we explain things in plain English, not dentist jargon—and that’s exactly the goal.

Whether you live in Professorville, Midtown, or College Terrace, we are here to help you keep your smile healthy. We’ve been part of this community for a long time and love seeing our patients at the California Avenue Farmers’ Market or local school events.

Gentle First

We specialize in patients who haven't been to the dentist in years.

Sedation Options

Relax with Nitrous Oxide or Oral Sedation.

Palo Alto Focused

We know our community and your busy schedule.

Dentist Palo Alto Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Well, we might be biased, but we think a great dentist is one who listens. We take the time to talk to our Palo Alto neighbors and figure out what they actually need, not just sell them stuff they don’t.

If you have a sudden pain, call us right away for a problem-focused exam. Don’t wait! A small pain can turn into a big problem fast.

We know Palo Alto parking can be a nightmare. Our office has easy access so you don’t have to circle the block for twenty minutes before your appointment.

Have Any Questions?

You’ll find us at 416 Waverley Street, Suite A, Palo Alto, CA 94301, near University Avenue and just a few blocks from Stanford Campus.

Call (650) 326-3290 or book online anytime. Whether you need a cleaning or complete smile restoration, our friendly team is ready to help.

Because at the end of the day, good dentistry in Palo Alto isn’t just about teeth—it’s about people.