What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.82
Average wait time
4.68
Bedside manner
4.92
“Had a fantastic experience at this dental office! I was in a lot of pain and needed a last-minute appointment, and they accommodated me without hesitation. Despite the short notice, the dentist took her time to thoroughly assess my situation and explain everything to me. She was super comprehensive and made me feel really comfortable throughout the visit. The office is also very nice and welcoming. Highly recommend!”
Ana A.March 28, 2025
“I planned an appointment 2 days before and they reached out to make sure I sent over my information. A little bit confusing but it all got sorted out. They're in the middle of renovations so it was a little bit uncomfortable because they moved me from one room to another. I thought it was a little bit disorganized but the dental hygienist was nice and I appreciated it. She was very thorough. Will return if I need services in SF.”
Samantha T.April 9, 2023
About Dr. Abhilasha Bal
**Please note that we are out of network but accept most major dental insurance plans. Please contact us with any questions.**
I believe dentistry is very personal, and each patient's treatment should be customized to their individual needs. I like to treat all my patients as if they were family or friends, and over time, many become just that. I care deeply about my patients' dental health and overall well-being. Communication is one of my strengths, and I believe it is a key ingredient to a successful practice. I also strongly value continued education, which allows me to stay current with the latest technology and research in dentistry and incorporate these advances into my treatments.
I earned my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of California San Francisco Parnassus Campus. I have always enjoyed working with my hands, and dentistry allows me to use this skill every day. I love connecting with patients and building relationships so I can support them on their journey to achieving their oral health and aesthetic goals.
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Dental School - University of California San Francisco Parnassus Campus, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Professional memberships
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Dental Association
Awards and publications
- SFGate Best Dentist in San Francisco (2024)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1992350466
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.82
Wait time
4.68
Bedside manner
4.92
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170 reviews
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Loved Dr. Bal! She made me feel super comfortable and was awesome at engaging with me and describing what she was doing
December 8, 2020Alexandra C.Verified patient
This particular dentist was not actually in network despite being listed as such on Zocdoc
January 22, 2024Laura F.Verified patient
It was easy to complete online documents so I did not have to do that in person for my appointment
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great as always. Always very helpful and informative on how to better my teeth and health overall.
More than 1 year agoKM
Dr. Abhilasha was quick, thorough, and set a reasonable treatment plan.
July 29, 2024Marcia M.Verified patient
Super nice! Love the attentive to details! My teeth look n feel super clean!! Thank you ??
July 10, 2020Tracy G.Verified patient
Great maintenance appointment! In and out in 30 minutes and no cavities!
March 23, 2021Sohum M.Verified patient
Very happy with my treatment!! Thank you Dr Abhilasha Bal.
More than 1 year agoSR
Happy with all results & answered any and all questions!
More than 1 year agoMF
Enjoy coming here. Looking forward to fixing my smile!
December 5, 2020Tracy G.Verified patient
Had a fantastic experience at this dental office! I was in a lot of pain and needed a last-minute appointment, and they accommodated me without hesitation. Despite the short notice, the dentist took her time to thoroughly assess my situation and explain everything to me. She was super comprehensive and made me feel really comfortable throughout the visit. The office is also very nice and welcoming. Highly recommend!
March 28, 2025Ana A.Verified patient
Really well run practice, highly recommend!
August 6, 2024Anna R.Verified patient
Straightforward and Dentist was very informative.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I planned an appointment 2 days before and they reached out to make sure I sent over my information. A little bit confusing but it all got sorted out. They're in the middle of renovations so it was a little bit uncomfortable because they moved me from one room to another. I thought it was a little bit disorganized but the dental hygienist was nice and I appreciated it. She was very thorough. Will return if I need services in SF.
April 9, 2023Samantha T.Verified patient
professional, clean, very very thorough (found things other dentist looked over), and very very great with creating a treatment plan
November 7, 2022Earl J.Verified patient
AMAZING. Great consults. Effective treatment. She educated me on what what happening and was knowledgeable on what topics were important to me and gave me good recommendations. I travel for work so much donuts important to find good providers across the USA. If I lived in SF I would to her always.
September 13, 2022Xavier K.Verified patient
Awesome service! Very happy with the results!
May 17, 2022Miguel D.Verified patient
The entire visit was extremely pleasant. During the entire process, everyone was clear in their communications. Dr. Abhilasha Bal was patient and explained how to better take care of my dental health.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The dentist was very up front about any and all concerns that she had about my dental health and provided several options for solutions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She’s very informative and gentle.
September 13, 2021Erika L.Verified patient
Dr. Bal was wonderful to speak with and discussed with me the issues I had. She provided me with various options while being transparent about costs. Looking forward to future visits!
More than 1 year agoNorman L.Verified patient
Best dental experience I ever had!
March 8, 2021Tyler F.Verified patient
Abhilasha was fantastic and walked me through every single part of the visit and why she was doing what she was doing. She was also great at listening to my concerns about my teeth and gave some helpful next steps. Finally, she was quite welcoming and conversational -- definitely recommend if you prefer a more outgoing dentist.
March 1, 2021Shrey G.Verified patient
Absolutely amazing service. Dr Bal was concerned about my issue and brought me in immediately for an appointment even though I was a new patient and my insurance coverage was questionable. Quick action and fantastic care made a major difference in my outcome.
February 4, 2021Initials hidden
Dr. Bal was the best dentist I've ever visited! She was incredibly informative without shaming me for my lack of flossing, and she gave me tips on how to build better oral hygiene habits. She also respected my autonomy in making decisions (e.g., whether to invest in a night guard). Another highlight: I was told up front that the night guard would not be covered my insurance, was explicitly told the exact cost, and then was given the chance to reconsider given that new information - loved this transparency around cost! So rare to find. 10/10 will recommend to all of my friends.
February 5, 2021Adriana R.Verified patient
Dr. Bal is knowledgeable about TMJ, which is my main issue. It was very helpful to discuss the treatment options with her and potential outcomes. She also gave me some exercises to do. I felt that I was in good hands with her and the team.
January 19, 2021Cassandra J.Verified patient
I've heard from friends who really love their dentist and I never really understood that - a dentist is just a dentist. But after my visit with Dr. Bal I can see why some people hang on to their dentists forever! She took the time to explain things to me, from preventive care to treatment course for my conditions. I feel much more motivated to take care of my teeth now that I understand a little more about the reasoning for everything. Cannot recommend highly enough!
December 16, 2020Initials hidden
She was great but her hygienist was lacking. He was so rude that he even apologized on his own because he noticed how rude he was to me. He also didn’t explain any procedures. Just forced things in my mouth and I had to guess what was going on.
More than 1 year agoElma G.Verified patient
Dr. Bal was terrific.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great, best first dental appointment ever
More than 1 year agoRagina G.Verified patient
She was so lovely and knowledgeable!
More than 1 year agoLiz S.Verified patient
Dr. Bal was great! She was very thorough in her exam and walked me through everything she was doing and why, which I appreciated.
More than 1 year agoKatherine S.Verified patient
They were very courteous and welcoming. Abhilasha was very open and transparent about what her plan is at the beginning, what she is doing and finding in the middle, and what are her recommendations at the end.
September 22, 2020Ohad WVerified patient
I usually don’t take the time to write a recommendation but Dr. Bal was great. I hadn’t been to the dentist in over a year and I have had bad experiences previously with other dentists, so I was apprehensive. However, dr. Bal made me feel completely comfortable and explained everything in detail. I will definitely be back!
August 23, 2020Erica S.Verified patient
Dr. Bal and Daniel were both great! Daniel was super patient with taking my X-Rays. Dr. Bal was really approachable and I was able to ask a lot of questions and get my answers. Everyone here was really nice!
August 18, 2020Kiara Gail C.Verified patient
Everything was great.
More than 1 year agoMO
I would recommend people to come to Valencia Dental. Everyone here is very friendly & helpful. Every time I come I receive good cleanings & service.
More than 1 year agoAB
She is soooo personal. I feel like we will build a relationship as I go through the invisalign process. She also explains everything to a T. Love her!
August 4, 2020Tori K.Verified patient
I saw Dr. Bal at Valencia Dental Center for my biannual checkup and cleaning as well as an Invisalign consult. I arrived a little early for my appointment but they were able to see me with very little wait time -- basically as long as it took to fill in my initial patient paperwork.
After that the assistant (I think Daniel) took my x-rays. Usually x-rays are a bit painful for me but Daniel was able to get the job done with no suffering! Afterwards Dr. Bal looked at my x-rays and did a check up. She noticed some build up on my teeth and told me how I could improve the situation by modifying my brushing technique. She then did a dental cleaning and was very active in making sure I wasn't feeling any pain, which I didn't.
Afterwards the assistant came back and took my impressions for Invisalign which I've been wanting to get for a while. I'm hoping I qualify so that I can finally fix my teeth alignment! Finally polishing and flossing and I was then on my way with a goody bag of dental products.
I'm changing dentists after a long time since my previous dentist stopped accepting my insurance. I'm happy to have found the awesome team at Valencia Dental Center and will definitely be back!
August 3, 2020Initials hidden
Dr Bal was very helpful during my visit to Valecia Dental. She explained me all the possible explanations for my pain upfront and even during while she was examining. Her clinic is also well prepared and taking all precautions to handle the COVID situation in the best possible way. After she was done with the initial assessment and treatment, her team clearly explained all the next steps and cost associated with each of them.
More than 1 year agoAman G.Verified patient
Obviously, I don't enjoy going the dentist... ever. BUT this was a tremendous experience. Everyone was super nice. The Doctor was incredibly nice, thoughtful, and informative.
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Is Dr. Abhilasha Bal accepting new patients?
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What practice does Dr. Abhilasha Bal work with?
Dr. Abhilasha Bal works with Studio 32 Dentistry.
Where is Dr. Abhilasha Bal's office located?
Dr. Abhilasha Bal's office is located at 2299 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Abhilasha Bal?
Dr. Abhilasha Bal frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Pediatric Dentist Consultation, and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Abhilasha Bal on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Abhilasha Bal speak?
Dr. Abhilasha Bal speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Abhilasha Bal in reviews?
170 patients have reviewed Dr. Abhilasha Bal. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.82/5. They have a 4.92/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.68/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.