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Orthodontists Ratings - Dr. David Shen
Photo of the office of Dr. David Shen David Tai Man Shen, DDS - Orthodontist
450 Sutter St. Suite 2418 Map it
San Francisco, CA  94108
Ph: (415) 982-0990 | Online Appointment
http://www.orthoworks.com

Comfortable Facilities:   Good Good Good
First Class Service:   Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
Painless Procedures:   Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
Superb Results:   Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
Moderate Cost:   Moderate Moderate
Practice Hours:
Mon:11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tue:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thur:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat:7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Same Day Emergencies OK

www.orthoworks.com


Practice Information
We are the Top 10 Invisalign Provider for the nation. Specializing in Orthodontics for Children and Adults. Most insurance plans welcome.

Please visit our website: www.orthoworks.com and call us for a free consultaion.


Available Office Facilities & Resources
  • Dedicated Consultation Room
  • Interest-free Patient Financing
  • Saturday Hours
  • Intra-oral Camera
  • Digital X-ray
  • Invisalign
  • In-house Dental Technician

  • Special Procedures, Training & Qualifications

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    26 patient reviews posted for Dr. Shen

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    Patient Review 1:

    I would like to commend the outstanding staff of Dr. Shen's Orthoworks at San Bruno, CA. The front desk staff are always friendly and approachable and easy to contact especially when you have emergencies. I requested a speficic Dental assistant who works on my adjustment all the time, the first one is Tina but unfortunately she was always off or on vacation on the date I usually have my adjustment so I requested Mercedez who is exceptionally good on what she do and the new Doctor which I forgot her name, she will kill me if she find out I forgot her name, she's great, very informative and knows exactly what her patient needs. I always tease her that I can wear my braces till I'm eighty years old so that I can to their clinic all the time and chat. Kidding aside Mercedez and her partner Doctor are the best assets on that clinic.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 3 years.

    posted: 06/05/2009 10:32 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Good Good Good
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 2:

    I went to the Ortho Works in San Bruno and there sevice is exellent! The braces straightend my teeth and I love them. The people there are extremely friendly and they explain everything to you. If anyone who is reading this review and lives in this area wants to get braces, I highly recommend this place because the prices are fair but compaired to other places, this place is CHEAP!
    posted: 05/27/2009 5:43 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Good Good Good
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 3:

    Overall it was a wonderful experience. Since I had a deep bite, I was on braces for little more than 2 years. Now I am on retainers.

    I would certainly recommend this facility as they have friendly staff.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 05/25/2009 4:02 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Good Good Good
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 4:

    The staff was very friendly and helpful. They answered all my questions and helped me out a great deal when i had braces. They charge a very reasonable price that is affordable. The treatment went very well and it didn't seem as painful as i thought it would have been. The results i got were fantastic! In the end, I have beautigul straight teeth!! I would definately reccommend to family and friends!!
    posted: 05/05/2009 11:47 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 5:

    I decided to get braces when I was 22 years old because I wanted my teeth to be straighter. I know that they weren't horrible, but there was room for improvement. Although I was an older client, I was treated great! Actually, now that I think about it a lot of their clients were adults :) Anyway, when I had appointments I was always in and out. Additionally, the treatment was affordable, the office was very clean, and the staff and Mr. Shen was wonderful to me! I just got my braces off on 4/20 and my smile is perfect! Thanks Orthoworks for a good experience.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 Years.

    posted: 04/29/2009 11:40 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Expensive Expensive Expensive
    Patient Review 6:

    Throughout my orthodontic experience there it's been nothing but pain-free. The staff there is extremely nice and helpful. If you ever have any questions they are happy to answer them. Overall I would recommend people to go to Orthoworks.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 04/29/2009 5:41 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 7:

    The over all presentation of the facility was well accepted by me. The staff was very helpful and made my visits pleasant, even at times when i was under minor stress. I am satisfied with the results of the treatment and i am now able to smile with pride..

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: two years, one month.

    posted: 04/03/2009 11:52 AM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 8:

    Everyone of Dr Shen's San Jose staff is wonderful. I feel welcome each time I visit the office.

    The wait times are minimal to none. The assistants are very knowledgable and helpful.

    My Invisalign treatment was affordable and my insurance covered a portion. I just picked up my retainer and I am very happy with the final results.

    I will refer other pts to Dr Shen.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 1 year.

    posted: 02/08/2009 9:50 AM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Very Cheap!
    Patient Review 9:

    No problem. Reasonable pricing for efficient work. Multiple locations throughout the San Francisco area for convenience. The location I went to was nearly 5 minutes away. Most importantly, friendly and helpful staff to support any patient during their orthodontic experience.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 01/22/2009 6:44 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Expensive Expensive Expensive
    Patient Review 10:

    My 13 month invislign experience (although the trays are a pain!!!) has been OUTSTANDING based on one simple reason: The customer service in this office. From the ladies at the desk to Roberta, Dr. Lam, Dr. Shen and of course my favorite Dr. Barbara (not sure of her last name), sorry. Just terrific.

    Everyone who I have come in contact with have been so extermelty caring, professional, and warm.

    I tease them that I still may come in and say hello, but I actually may do that.

    Congratulations for always putting customer service first.

    Jeffrey Kruskall (and my teeth look great!!)

    posted: 01/18/2009 2:26 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 11:

    I would have to say that this is a good place to go get braces or straighten your teeth. They are nice,kind, and caring. I'm am happy with my teeth now and it took shorter time than i thought. I was suppose to keep my braces on for about more than two years but some how they helped me get it off beforr two year. So i would like to say Thank you!

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: over 1 1/2 years.

    posted: 12/16/2008 11:46 AM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Good Good Good
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 12:

    A wonderful place to be as the customer service alone makes it worth while.

    I was having an extremely difficult time finding an ortho in the city after moving here from the East Coast. I must have gone to at least a dozen places and each had a money making scheme by way of telling me that I had to take off the braces i had and put on "new age" ones or places telling me that i had to submit to a certain payment structure because their fee was so exorbitant amount of money.

    I finally found Ortho and explained my situation to them pointing out that I had not had any check-ups in months. Instead of having me sign paper work to lock in me into a contract, Pamela (who is the best) worked on me that afternoon, changing my bands and tightening my braces. If that's a method of getting customers, well it worked and I decided to continue my treatment with the office.

    During my time there, I've had exceptional service. Pamela, Alisa and the rest of the staff are wonderful people who are cordial, polite, attentive, and willing to talk you through the process during treatment. I never felt as if the course the doctors chose for me was wrong. Dr. Yee is very thorough and Dr. Tomer who was my primary Doctor was wonderful. Here easy going banter made a visit to the office very enjoyable.

    I also felt that the front desk staff was very professional. They help me set up appointments that suited my busy schedule and never declined a slot I wanted.

    Lastly, special thanks to Mrs. Wong for making the financing aspect of my relationship with Ortho easy. I understood what my plan was, what goals were set for me with regard to the treatment and payment, and options to pay.

    Overall, I strongly recommend Ortho as a primary care provider. Dr. Tomer is an exceptional physician who is assisted by competent and hard working associates and staff.

    Thank you again Ortho Works.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 12/04/2008 7:16 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 13:

    The best place for braces. Good , trustable people work with you. Excellent.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years, 2 months.

    posted: 10/15/2008 3:56 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 14:

    If you want a very efficient and cost effective orthodonist experience, then Dr. Shen is it. They have the efficiency down by having an open area for 8 chairs and sharing the assistants. They are also very friendly and personal.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years and 6 months.

    posted: 09/28/2008 6:13 AM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Good Good Good
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Very Cheap!
    Patient Review 15:

    I highly recommend him to my friends. The staff are very friendly and it is easy to get an appt for follow up

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 09/01/2008 10:06 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 16:

    Overall I liked their service and dedicated staff. Although it took more than 2 years for treatment, it was a success at the end. Now I am on retainer phase.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 07/14/2008 9:33 AM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Good Good Good
    Painless:  Good Good Good
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Expensive Expensive Expensive
    Patient Review 17:

    I had invisalign treatment with Dr. Shen and I am thrilled with the results. His office staff is polite and efficient and the business office worked with me to create a payment plan. They accept Delta Dental and I have had no problems with my insurance at all. Minimal pain with the procedures, too! I have recommended him to friends. My teeth look awesome!

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 1 year.

    posted: 04/30/2008 11:06 AM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 18:

    I am a current patient of Dr. David Shen, and I must say, if all orthodontists were as kind and compassionate like he and his terrific staff is, then it would make visits to the office very pleasant, instead of the typical "anxiety" that one would feel going to other offices. Just recently, I had my braces removed, and received the biggest compliments from my family and my co-workers. They couldn't stop staring and asking me to smile every chance I get...a lot of that is due to the ease and comfortable service I've received from Dr. Shen's office. I am more than happy to recommend his services to my family and closest friends, should they ever need braces or invisalign...Thank You Once Again Dr. Shen and your wonderful staff...you're all A+++++!

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: over 2 years..

    posted: 04/23/2008 7:01 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Expensive Expensive Expensive
    Patient Review 19:

    He's a very good doctor, i had him in the milpitas office and loved it. i love how he give a 110% to his patients and i always left with a smile. i never had anything bad to say about him because he knows how to get the job done and its always right. if anyone is looking for a good dentist then Dr.Shen is the person to go too. i wake up every morning with a beauty smile on my face because i love how it came out. Thank You!

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: almost 2years.

    posted: 04/09/2008 2:02 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Good Good Good
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Very Cheap!
    Patient Review 20:

    Loved the facility! great customer service! =) I liked the results i got from it, and it may sound weird but lately, i've been kinda looking at my teeth a whole lot more than before.
    posted: 03/27/2008 1:14 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 21:

    I am very happy with my orthonontic treatment. My orthodentist is very good in his field and very patient. He is also very knowledgable in his profession and gives you the feeling that you can trust his work.

    I like the service he provided to me and highly reccomend to others.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: about 2 years.

    posted: 03/26/2008 12:58 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Good Good Good
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 22:

    Friendly staff and doctor. He answered all my questions. Everything went well with my treatment. I would recommend orthoworks to anyone who wants a beautiful smile!

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 03/04/2008 4:33 PM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Very Cheap!
    Patient Review 23:

    Highest recommendation for Dr. Shen & Orthoworks. I'm an adult braces wearer (55 yrs old when I started). He's clearly put a lot of time into customer service, because his staff have consistently been the best, from office to office. The orthodontistry is 1st rate. I checked out several other local orthodontists (Pinole) before starting with Dr. Shen, but chose him even though initially he was farther away (SF) He has since opened an office nearby in Hercules. The quality of his services was better from the the initial assessment on and his pricing was competitive. Even with the drive, the bridge tolls, and the parking, it was worth it. All of the Orthodontists have been excellent, the staff friendly, responsive, and professional. My braces are now off, my bite is significantly improved, no regrets, absolutely worth it, even at my age. I marked "moderate" on cost, because they were less than others I checked out, whose costs were prohibitive. Even so, braces are always expensive, no matter what. However, I made mine affordable through a combination of dental insurance and utilizing pre-paid medical at my work. Reduced my out-of-pocket expenses considerably& made it possible.

    Treatment Length with Dr. Shen: 2 years.

    posted: 03/02/2008 8:49 AM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 24:

    Staff was great and flexible. Invisalign was good. I felt taken care of by the staff both front desk and dental technicians. The office was not the most beautiful, but the braces worked very well and the procedure gave me the results I had wanted. They were responsive to questions and special requests.
    posted: 01/07/2007 4:32 PM

    Facilities:  Average Average
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Expensive Expensive Expensive
    Patient Review 25:

    I am an Invisilign patient at Orthoworks...

    I have had a great experience at Orthoworks. Dr. Lam and Pamela have made my treatment and office visits just wonderful. They are patient, kind and professional; making me feel like a valuable client. The service has been fantastic and appointments have been scheduled in an expedient and timely manner.

    What a wonderful group of professionals.

    Highly recommended!

    posted: 12/20/2006 11:35 AM

    Facilities:  Good Good Good
    Service:  Good Good Good
    Painless:  Good Good Good
    Results:  Good Good Good
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate
    Patient Review 26:

    i was an invisalign patient in his san bruno office. i was very happy and pleased with the results. the staff was extremely nice and professional and the doctors were great. they gave a very warm family atmosphere. i was very skeptical about wearing braces but the variety and different choices that they gave me made my decision to aquire braces very easy. not only that, they were very accomodating to whatever scheduling concerns that i had. i would recommend this office to anybody who is looking for an orthodontist.
    posted: 11/03/2006 10:27 PM

    Facilities:  Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa! Like a health spa!
    Service:  Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel! Like a 5-star hotel!
    Painless:  Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed! Painless & Relaxed!
    Results:  Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success! Complete Success!
    Cost:  Moderate Moderate

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