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Willow Glen Dental

Step into our welcoming office, where a fireplace and friendly smiles create the perfect start to elevated dental visits. Our concierge approach combines personalized consultations, advanced technology, and a tour of our in-house lab. All provided by our multi-specialty team dedicated to delivering world-class care in San Jose.

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Our Mission

For over 50 years and across three generations, Willow Glen Dental has been committed to delivering an unparalleled dental experience to every patient who walks through our doors. Our mission is to redefine expectations by exhibiting compassion, integrity, empathy, and high standards of excellence at every step of the patient journey—from the front desk to the treatment chair. We will take the time to understand and address each patient’s unique needs, prioritize their oral health, and deliver the highest level of care.

At Willow Glen Dental, we care for people, not just teeth.

Step into a New Kind of Dental Experience

Step in and

smile

Warm wood panels, a crackling fireplace, personalized comfort menus, private treatment rooms, and thoughtfully designed spaces create an atmosphere that feels more like a spa than a dental practice.

Your Personalized

journey

Your experience begins in our private consultation suite. Our doctors take the time to understand your unique needs, guiding you through treatment options with advanced diagnostics and a personal tour of our state-of-the-art facility. Sit back and relax in our treatment rooms designed to make you feel at ease in the chair.

Legacy of

care

From the inception of Willow Glen Dental, we've centered our care on treating our patients the way we want to be treated. The vision that began in 1967 by Dr. Glenn Lee, carried on by Dr. Douglas Kong and then Dr. Brian Kong, has grown into a comprehensive dental center, but our core commitment remains unchanged. We don't take your trust lightly. Patients have come back to us for generations because of our honest, transparent approach to care.

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Dr. Brian Kong

Dr. Brian Kong graduated from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco and received his undergraduate degree from UCLA where he studied in both Economics and Psychology. Although he enjoyed living the city life in Los Angeles and San Francisco, he returned to his hometown of San Jose, and is loving his short traffic-free commute to work. He’s a member of the Santa Clara Dental Society, Golden State Spear Study Club, Spear Faculty Club, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Brian looks forward to going to work each day and relishes spending time and getting to know his patients. He believes in providing the best, least invasive treatment possible, while using the latest materials ,techniques, and technology. While he enjoys doing a wide variety of dental procedures, his passion is for cosmetic dentistry and creating beautiful and healthy smiles.

In order to stay at the top of his field, Dr. Brian takes numerous postgraduate dental education courses each year, studying with some of the best dentists in the world. He’s been across the globe to further his knowledge about dentistry. He also traveled to Ecuador on a dental mission to treat local residents without normal access to dental care.

When his wife isn’t telling him to clean something up or fix something around the house and his toddler isn’t making a mess or destroying the house, Dr. Brian loves to snowboard, wander around Costco, work out, and spend time at home with his family. He’s hooked on online shopping, Panda Express orange chicken, and the art of pourover coffee. It’s difficult to pry him away from the TV when any UCLA, Warriors, 49ers, or Giants game is on and he thinks the television DVR is one of man’s greatest inventions in case any of those teams are playing at the same time. He also actually admits he should floss better and he recently completed Invisalign treatment because his teeth went crooked from not wearing his retainer when he was a teenager.

Dr. Douglas Kong

Dr. Doug Kong has been providing dental care from the same location for individuals and families since 1975. He has enjoyed treating generations of families over the years. A native of San Jose, he attended the University of California at Davis and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. He continuously supports his education with many classes in restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry.

“I strive to provide quality dental care in a comfortable environment. Through clear communication, detailed patient education, and a gentle touch, I try to create a positive dental experience for all of my patients. An honest and educated approach has gained the respect and confidence of patients since 1975.”

He’s married and has two grown children. In his spare time, as a member of the baby boom generation that refuses to let age slow him down, he enjoys home improvement projects, fishing, tennis, cycling, jogging (no triathlons – can’t swim), and work-outs at the gym. He looks forward to many more years of practicing dentistry.

Dr. Madana Harvey

Dr. Madana Harvey grew up in San Francisco and moved to Los Angeles to complete her undergraduate degree in Psychobiology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She went on to pursue her doctorate at the UCLA School of Dentistry. In dental school, Dr. Harvey discovered her passion for working in community health. She enjoyed her time providing dental screenings at various healthfairs and participated in an externship with the Indian Health Services where she provided dental services to the local Native American population in Maine. Upon graduation from dental school, Dr. Harvey continued her post-graduate training at the UCLA Venice Dental Center where she received her certificate for Advanced Education in General Dentistry.

Dr. Harvey later moved to New Mexico to work at a community health clinic in association with the National Health Service Corp. After four years in the desert, Dr. Harvey has since relocated back to the bay area to be closer to her friends and family. Dr. Harvey’s philosophy is based on a commitment to providing patients with high quality, state-of-the-art dental care with excellence and integrity. She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, San Mateo Dental Society, and Spear Study Club.

During her spare time, Dr. Harvey enjoys catching up on movies, listening to live music, learning to play the ukulele, cooking, eating more than cooking, and playing with her english bulldog, Teddy.

Dr. Ariel Canda

Dr. Ariel Canda received her Bachelors degree in Biology at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas and continued to the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry for her doctorate. She moved to Orange County after graduating from dental school to give the warmer weather and the change of environment a try. After practicing there, she realized how much she loved the Bay Area and decided to move back to establish her career and her life.

Dr. Canda understands the importance of spending the extra time with patients to make sure they are well-educated about their treatment and the overall health of their teeth and gums. She always wants to make sure that her patients walk out of each appointment with all their questions answered. She also loves getting to know each of her patients and making their dental visit as enjoyable and as comfortable as possible.

She grew up as an Air Force brat but calls Las Vegas, Nevada her hometown. She visits her family in Vegas whenever she gets the chance. If she’s not home working on an arts and crafts project or binge watching her TV shows (or doing both at the same time), you will probably find her at Michaels, at an ice cream shop, in a kickboxing class, or at Disneyland!

Dr. Leslie Tam

Dr. Leslie Tam grew up in Los Gatos and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from UCLA. She went on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco and furthered her education and training by completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency in Oakland, CA. As a member of the California Dental Association and American Dental Association as well as an avid student of the Kois Center for dental education, Dr. Tam is committed to continuing her education and providing quality comprehensive care that is unique to each patient.

Dr. Tam’s mission is to consistently deliver the highest level of comprehensive care to her patients while continually expanding her education to be able to refine her knowledge and skill set. She prides herself in prioritizing the needs of her patients and most importantly treating all patients as if they were her own family. During each visit, she will go out of her way to ensure your comfort and trust and hopes to build long lasting relationships with each and every one of her patients.

In her spare time, Dr. Tam enjoys staying active with CrossFit, running, yoga, and skiing. As a Bay Area native, she enjoys rooting for the Niners and the Sharks and is aspiring to learn golf one day!

Dr. Navreena Sahota

Dr. Navreena Sahota was born and raised in the bay area. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree from the University of the Pacific in Stockton. She then continued on for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. Go Tigers!

Dr. Navreena Sahota pursued a career in dentistry because of her experience as an orthodontics patient. Her case was challenging, and she remembers guarding her smile or avoiding smiling all together until her treatment was completed. She found that her straight smile gave her new confidence and inspired her to become a dentist to hopefully instill the same confidence in others through her work. Dr. Sahota has one primary goal for her career: to change the stereotypical patient outlook on dentistry. She plans to make her patients more comfortable and help them overcome dental phobias by putting an emphasis on patient education. She considers it extremely important that she ensures her patients actually understand their oral health and their options, rather than simply informing them of the recommended treatment. Ideally, she wants each patient to enjoy their visit and know that she will give them the same amount of focus and attention she would give her family.

Dr. Sahota enjoys giving back to her community and has traveled to Kenya to serve the underprivileged during a dental mission trip. In the future, she hopes to travel to more countries to continue helping those in need. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, reading, and traveling to explore new places and trying new cuisines.

Dr. Pauline Tran

Dr. Pauline Tran was born and raised in San Jose, CA. She earned her bachelor's degree in Environmental Toxicology, with a minor in Chicano Studies, from UC Davis before pursuing her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Her diverse academic background demonstrates her dedication to both the scientific and humanistic aspects of her field and provides her with a unique perspective on how environmental factors and cultural context impact oral health, enabling her to deliver more holistic and culturally sensitive care. Now back in her hometown, she is proud to serve the community she knows and loves at Willow Glen Dental.Dr. Pauline is committed to providing a comfortable and informative experience for her patients. She values prevention and patient education and is dedicated to providing each patient with compassionate, empathetic, and exceptional personalized care. A lifelong learner, she constantly seeks new ways to enhance her skills and better serve her patients. She emphasizes a comprehensive approach to dental care, focusing on both esthetics and function. Her meticulous attention to detail and genuine care for her patients ensure that every treatment is tailored to their unique needs.Outside of the office, Dr. Pauline leads an active life through fitness and nutrition. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking up new recipes, discovering the latest restaurant gems, refining her golf swing, indulging in reality TV, and teaching her German Shepherd new tricks.

Dr. Philip Nam

Dr. Philip Nam received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of California, San Francisco.  Then he received his periodontics and implantology training and masters at Stony Brook University in New York.  

He is a board-certified Periodontist, certified moderate IV sedation, certified Vestibular Incision Subperiosteal Tunnel Access (VISTA) clinical for Periodontal & Peri-Implant Plastic Surgery, and certified Dental LASER therapy.  He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, International Association of Dental Research, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association.  

Dr. Nam enjoys sharing his professional knowledge in Periodontics and Implantology with his patients and dental colleagues.  Dr. Nam’s top priority is to educate patients, allowing them to choose the best treatment, and to provide ethical care based on evidence-based research and the most up-to-date technology.  Dr. Nam performs his implant treatments with digital dentistry, which involves minimally invasive 3D planning of ideal implant placement.  Dr. Nam uses Platelet  Rich Fibrin (PRF) protocols to treat various periodontal surgical procedures. Furthermore, he continues to enrich his knowledge in his professional field by taking continuing education courses every year. 

Dr. Nam has achieved numerous honors and awards, including:

  • American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) Foundation - David Steflik Memorial Research Grant
  • Stony Brook Presenter Award
  • Quintessence Awards
  • Clinical Achievement in Periodontics
  • UCSF Patient Centered Care Award
  • Recognition of 120th Scientific Session Poster session and Research Competition at UCSF dental Alumni Association
  • Honors at San Francisco Scholarship Foundation
  • Recognition of Research Fellow at UCSF The John C. Greene Society

Dr. Nam continues to be involved in various research and publications, including: 

  • Long-term Clinical Outcomes of Periodontal Regenerative Procedure: A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis 
  • Evaluation CBCT Accuracy In-vitro Using Different Radiological Devices 
  • Impact of Kilovoltage-Peak Setting on Implant Measurement Accuracy In Vitro
  • Impact of Voxel-Size in CBCT Dental Implant Measurements In Vitro
  • Outcomes of Metal-Ceramic Versus Metal-Acrylic Resin Implant-Supported Fixed Complete Dental Prostheses: Systematic review and Meta-analysis of Biological Complications and Patient-centered Outcomes

Dr. Nam continues to teach and present various dental topics, including: 

  • Implant and Periodontology Faculty of  11th Gangnam Implant Academy Live Surgery Couse
  • Implant and Periodontology Faculty of  12th Gangnam Implant Academy Live Surgery Couse
  • Implant and Periodontology Faculty of  35th Gangnam Implant Academy Live Surgery Couse
  • Guest speaker for the clinical trial of “Periodontal Regeneration: Achieving Success Through Tissue Engineering” in Seoul National University, South Korea.

Dr. Nam is looking forward to helping each and every patient achieve a healthy smile. 

Dr. Gina Betita

Dr. Betita was raised in Madera, CA in the San Joaquin Valley. She attended the University of California, Irvine, for her undergraduate education and she received her Degree in Dentistry from UC San Francisco in 2007. She entered the US Air Force directly from dental school. Her commitment to excellence didn't stop there – she further honed her skills through a rigorous AEGD 1-year residency in the Air Force, with training in IV sedation and complicated wisdom tooth extractions. While in the military, she was stationed in South Korea and Italy for a cumulative 5 years. While overseas, she enjoyed visiting several countries and learning about different cultures.

Dr. Betita's dedication to oral health goes beyond the clinic doors. She made a significant impact on her community by sharing her expertise during the challenging times of the pandemic. In 2020, she presented the Sonoma County Public Health Presentation titled "How to Maintain Your Dental Health at Home during the Pandemic with Dr. Gina Betita," even providing a Spanish version for wider accessibility. Her contributions to SocoEmergency.org showcased her commitment to the well-being of her community.

Not only is Dr. Gina Betita highly skilled, but she's also a warm and compassionate healthcare professional who understands the importance of effective communication. Her ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds sets her apart as a truly patient-centric practitioner. She is beyond excited to join the Willow Glen Dental family and is eagerly looking forward to meeting each and every one of you!

I wanted to express my appreciation for the excellent care I received at your office. Your commitment to honesty, good service, and patient care is evident in every interaction. The high-quality atmosphere of your office creates a truly positive experience. Thank you again for your dedication to your patients.

Antonio A.

My wife received an excellent, professional, and detailed consultation on her dental issues from Dr. Brian Kong. He took the time to thoroughly explain my wife's condition and provided a clear, step-by-step plan for treatment. We truly appreciate Dr. Brian’s diligence, patience, and efforts in addressing her concerns. His expertise and dedication gave us confidence in the recommended approach, and we are grateful for his outstanding care. Highly recommended!

Chranham C.

The best thing about Willow Glen Dental is not just the new location but it continues to be the staff! From the front desk to the hygienist to the doctors! Every one is simply amazing! They make getting your teeth looked after a great experience! This place is rad!

Mike V.

I had a very good experience cleaning my teeth at Willow Glen Dental. The place is clean. Everybody is nice. You feel welcomed from start to the end. The dentist is professional, offering sincere suggestions and detail plans for me to follow. I couldn’t imagine a better experience for a dental visit.

Chenhui Q.

I love coming here! My boss recommended I come here since him and his family have gone here for years. I live in south San Francisco but I don't mind making the drive!!! The office is beautiful, everyone is so friendly and I'm always greeted with a smile. They make going to the dentist fun :)

Gabe H.
Comforts & technology

TVs with Streaming

Catch up on your favorite shows with ceiling-mounted TVs in every treatment room while we care for your smile.

Refreshment Station

Our curated beverage station with coffee and water helps you feel at home from the moment you arrive.

Photography Studio

Our professional photography studio doesn't just document your smile transformation – it helps us plan your treatment with incredible precision.

CEREC Same-Day Restorations

Our advanced CEREC technology lets us create custom, high-quality dental crowns while you wait.

Digital Dentistry

Experience the comfort of modern dentistry with our digital scanning technology, eliminating the need for messy traditional impressions.

3D Printing Technology

Our in-house 3D printing capabilities means faster treatment times and more accurate results for your restorations and oral appliances.