First Visit Expectations

A Welcoming Start with Clear Answers, Thoughtful Exams, and a Plan Shaped Around You

To understand your smile fully, we discuss your medical and oral health history before completing a comprehensive exam that may include X-rays and a variety of screenings. Our doctors sit down with you to talk through the findings, outline next steps, and help organize treatment options that work for you.

We believe a comfortable first visit sets the tone for relationship-based dentistry. At Castro Valley Advantage Dental, our team gets to know you through a thoughtful review of your medical and oral health history before beginning your comprehensive exam. You can ask questions openly while enjoying a private treatment room, TV, soft pillow, and curated local art.

Digital low-radiation X-rays and other modern tools help us gather a clear view of your smile when appropriate. Your doctor then walks you through the findings and discusses treatment choices based on your goals and oral health. Flexible payment options, along with prioritized or phased treatment, make it easier to plan care within your budget.

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COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE

Care That Feels Calm and Fits Your Schedule

A dental visit shouldn’t cost you a stressful morning or a day off work. At Castro Valley Advantage Dental, we built our office around the two things patients ask for most: a space that feels calm and private, and appointment times that work around real life. You get both, every visit.

Relaxing Atmosphere

You may not associate comfort with the dentist. We changed that. From our lobby to our treatment rooms, every detail is set up to keep you at ease.

Soft pillows keep you comfortable from the first minute to the last
TVs in treatment rooms give you something to focus on besides the procedure
Private treatment rooms keep your care personal and judgment free
Curated local art fills a warm space that feels nothing like a clinical office
Sedation options are available if dental anxiety has kept you away

Convenient Scheduling

Fitting dental care into a busy week is tough, so we make your visits as easy to plan as possible.

Same-day and early-morning appointments so you don't have to miss school or work
Family block appointments let us treat your whole family in one trip instead of several
Appointment reminders keep your visit on your radar without you tracking it
Emergencies seen ASAP means severe tooth pain gets attention the same day you call
Online booking stays open 24/7, so you can request a time whenever it suits you

Comfortable Care in Castro Valley, Booked Around Your Life

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1,000+

Smile Makeovers

70+

Years Practicing Dentistry

98%

Satisfaction Rate

4.9

Average Rating

1000+

Implants Placed

Real Patient Results

Real Patients, Real Smiles, Real Results

Every photo here represents a real patient who left our office with a smile that looks and feels completely natural. From porcelain veneers and teeth whitening to dental implants, these results reflect the comprehensive care we provide every day in Castro Valley.

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Meet Our Doctors

Gentle Dentists Who Treat You Like Family

Our doctors offer gentle, comprehensive care for the whole family, from routine checkups to smile makeovers. You’ll leave every visit feeling informed and genuinely at ease.

Dr. Matthew Yuen

DDS

A Bay Area native, Dr. Yuen earned his D.D.S. from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry and completed a residency serving veterans at the McClellan VA. He invests hundreds of hours in continuing education each year, with one goal for every patient: treat you like family. 

Dr. Jimin Suh

DDS

Dr. Suh earned her D.D.S. from the University of Maryland and completed her residency at Highland Hospital in Oakland, where she chose to make the Bay Area home. Fluent in English and Korean, she is passionate about preventative care and helping patients get out of pain and stay that way.

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Our Location

Quality Dental Care Right in Your Neighborhood

Our office sits close to home for families across the East Bay, including Hayward, San Leandro, and San Lorenzo. You’ll find a welcoming space near familiar spots like Lake Chabot and Castro Valley Marketplace, making each visit simple and stress-free.