Dr. Sarah Patel
Founder · DDS, MAGD
Scottsdale native, family dentist for 14 years. Leads cosmetic + Invisalign cases. Mom of three — runs the kids program personally.
DDS, ASU 2009MAGDInvisalign Diamond Plus
Family + Cosmetic Dentistry · Scottsdale, AZ
A dental office that feels less like a dental office.
12,400+ Scottsdale smiles since 2012. We explain everything before we touch anything, we take your insurance, and Saturday mornings are open. Most new patients are seen within a week.
● Most PPO insurance accepted● Saturday hours● Same-day emergencies● Sedation available
We acceptMost PPO insurance & we’ll file your claim.
Delta DentalPPO + Premier
CignaDPPO
AetnaPPO
MetLifePDP Plus
BlueCrossBlueShield
UnitedHealthcareDental PPO
GuardianDentalGuard
Most PPO PlansWe file for you
ADA MemberAcademy of General DentistryInvisalign Diamond Plus ProviderAZ Board of Dental Examiners
12,400+
Smiles
Scottsdale families seen since 2012
4.9★
Google rating
980+ verified patient reviews
Same-day
Emergencies
We hold slots every morning for urgent visits
Saturday
Hours open
Family-owned · open six days a week
What we do
Six things, done well, under one roof.
A general-practice office that handles 95% of what a Scottsdale family needs — without the hand-offs and the parking lots between specialists.
FamilyGeneral & Family Dentistry
Cleanings, fillings, crowns, and exams for the whole family — kids, teens, and adults in one chair-side visit.
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CosmeticCosmetic Dentistry
Veneers, bonding, and full smile makeovers. We walk through every option, with photos, before anything is committed to.
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OrthodonticsInvisalign
Invisalign Diamond Plus Provider. In-office 3D scan, treatment plan in 48 hours, average case 11 months.
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RestorativeDental Implants
Single-tooth, multi-tooth, and full-arch All-on-4. Surgical and restorative under one roof — no out-of-office referral.
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KidsPediatric & Kids
First-visit-by-age-1 program, gentle exams, sealants, and a play corner that keeps the appointment relaxed.
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EmergencyEmergency Dentistry
Same-day slots for chipped teeth, lost crowns, and acute pain. Call before noon — we’ll see you today.
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Real patients. Real before-and-afters.
Six recent cases from the last 18 months. Every photo is a real BrightSmile patient who agreed to share their result — no stock photography, no over-edits. Treatment duration and visit count posted for transparency.
Before
AfterSarah
Porcelain Veneers
6 visits · 3 weeks
Before
AfterMike
Invisalign
11 months · 24 trays
Before
AfterPriya
Dental Implants
4 months · 2 surgeries
BeforeAfterDaniel
Zoom Whitening
1 visit · 90 min
BeforeAfterElena
Full Smile Makeover
8 visits · 6 weeks
BeforeAfterJames
Crowns & Bridges
3 visits · 2 weeks
The visit experience
Built for people who hate dentist offices.
We surveyed 600 patients on what makes dental visits stressful and designed the office around fixing each one. No fluorescent lights. No clipboards in the waiting room. No surprise charges at checkout. Just a calm, transparent visit.
Nitrous oxide on request
Laughing gas at no extra cost during cleanings, fillings, or any longer procedure. Wears off in five minutes — you can drive home.
Noise-cancel headphones
Bose QC over-ear headphones at every chair. Bring your phone or stream from our library. The drill becomes a distant hum.
Netflix on the ceiling
Every chair has a ceiling-mounted screen with Netflix, YouTube, and HBO. Patient picks the show. Time goes faster.
Kid play corner
Toys, books, and a small slide so kids stay calm before their visit — and so parents can have their own cleaning without juggling.
Meet your dentists
Three dentists. One Scottsdale family.
The team that’s actually in the chair with you — not a rotating cast of associates. You’ll see the same dentist every visit unless you ask for someone different.
Dr. James Chen
Associate · DMD
Implant and restorative specialist. UCSF DMD 2013, surgical fellowship at NYU. Plays guitar in the office on Saturday mornings — quietly.
DMD, UCSF 2013ICOI DiplomateAll-on-4 trained
Dr. Maria Ortega
Pediatric Lead · DDS, MS
Board-eligible pediatric dentist. Bilingual EN/ES. Specializes in first-visits and anxious kids — has yet to lose a patient’s trust on visit one.
DDS, UNAM 2014Pediatric ResidencyBilingual EN/ES
From our patients
980+ Google reviews. Here’s a sample.
Real Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix patients in their own words. The full set is on our Google profile — we don’t cherry-pick.
★★★★★
I’d avoided the dentist for nine years. Dr. Patel walked me through every step before she touched a tooth. Ended up doing veneers and Invisalign — and I actually look forward to cleanings now.
Sarah K.
★★★★★
Took our 4-year-old for her first visit. Dr. Ortega had her giggling in under three minutes. The play corner is genius. We’ll be patients here forever.
Michael R.
★★★★★
Cracked a molar on a Saturday morning. They saw me the same day, took the insurance call themselves, and the crown was done in two visits. No surprise charges.
Priya N.
Frequently asked
The questions new patients ask first.
Do you take my insurance?
We accept most PPO plans including Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, and Guardian. We file the claim for you — you don't deal with the paperwork. Call us with your member ID and we'll verify benefits in under five minutes.
What if I don't have insurance?
Our in-house membership plan is $349/year and covers two cleanings, exams, X-rays, and a 15% discount on any treatment. Most uninsured patients save money vs. a traditional PPO plan.
Do you offer sedation for anxious patients?
Yes. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is free at any chair on request. Oral sedation and IV sedation are available for longer procedures — we'll discuss which is right for you at the consultation.
What's your new-patient process?
First visit is 75 minutes: a thorough exam, full digital X-rays, periodontal evaluation, oral cancer screening, and a sit-down with your dentist to review findings and any recommended treatment. You leave with a plan, an itemized estimate, and zero pressure.
Do you see kids?
Yes — we recommend a first visit by age 1. Dr. Maria Ortega is our pediatric lead and is bilingual EN/ES. We have a dedicated kid play corner and ceiling Netflix to keep visits relaxed.
What are your Saturday hours?
We're open every Saturday 8am-2pm for cleanings, exams, and emergencies. Most working families book their visits on Saturday so they don't have to take time off.
Do you take walk-in emergencies?
Yes. Call before noon any weekday or Saturday morning — we hold same-day slots for dental emergencies (chipped teeth, lost crowns, acute pain). If you call after hours, the on-call dentist will return your message.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Your insurance card, a list of any medications, and any X-rays from your previous dentist (we can also request them for you if you provide their name and number). New-patient paperwork can be done online before your visit to save time.
Book a new-patient visit
Ready for a dental visit that doesn’t feel like one?
Most new patients are seen within a week. The first visit is 75 minutes — thorough exam, X-rays, and a sit-down to walk through findings. No pressure, no surprise charges.
Most PPO insurance acceptedSame-day emergenciesSedation availableBilingual EN/ES
Saturday hours · 8am – 2pm