Science of Smiles - Stephanie P. Lee DDS & H. Robert Stender DDS - Pasadena, California

JUDY KLINE

Dr. Stephanie Lee and her entire team, including the hygienists and the office receptionists are AMAZING. I've been going there for a while now and often, including for regular teeth cleaning appointments, dental checkups, Invisalign, and teeth cosmetic issues. Every appointment starts and ends so easily because the entire office is friendly, approachable, helpful & pleasant. I'm convinced that Dr. Lee cares about my teeth as much as I do . . . if not more! Dr. Lee is knowledgeable, thorough, creative, and explains things in a way that I (a non-dentist) understand. She also thinks outside the box; she doesn't rush through an appointment; and she genuinely loves her job. When Dr. Lee is working on my teeth, I often feel like she is a thoughtful artist & her work is great. My smile has definitely improved under the care of Dr. Lee and her team! Many continued thanks to all of them! I highly recommend them; and my husband goes there now too and also thinks they are all awesome.

vivian badashian

I love getting my teeth cleaned. It's the only doctor's appointment that I affirmatively look forward to, and I am so grateful to have found this office. All the wonderful ladies at the front desk, from Maricella to Pearl, and Dr. Lee are so warm and welcoming and professional. And Angel, whom I see pretty often to do my cleanings... let me just say that that man has changed my life. It's not an overstatement. He taught me how to brush my teeth correctly and floss my teeth correctly and what type of toothbrush to use and how (electric is NOT a panacea, and certainly not for your gums!)... you wouldn't think that an adult would need be retaught these things, but I did! I had been doing it incorrectly my entire life, the result being that my gums would bleed every time I got my teeth cleaned.... Not anymore! My gums have never been happier, the happiest after a visit with him. Angel is so thorough, meticulous and obsessed with getting every little plague particle off my teeth... thank you Jesus for this man! He makes my teeth literally sparkle. I leave his chair feeling like a million bucks. Do yourself a favor and book an appointment at this office. Ask for Angel... your smile deserves it.

Sarah Horng

I love Dr. Lee. She is extremely thorough with check ups. I have an irrational fear of going to dental offices, so it’s nice that the staff is very friendly and welcoming. I used to dislike dental cleaning appts, but I look forward to them now since the staff is so gentle and meticulous w the cleaning. Dr. Lee helped redo my old filings, and my teeth look so much better now. I also got Invisalign (or the dupe brand) but I’m super happy with the results— no more funky smiles lol. It’s tough to get last minute appts since they’re always booked so I recommend calling and booking ahead of time!

Aide Ponce

I enjoyed another great teeth cleaning with Angel. I highly recommend him. Very detail oriented and thorough. Dr Lee and her staff are friendly and knowledgeable. True professionals. A state of the art practice!

Dennis Pike

Angel has been my hygienist for over 10 years. He is the best hygienist I've ever had, and I'm 72 years old. The staff, the doctors at this dentist office are nothing but top notch. I highly recommend going to Science of Smiles for your dental needs.

Diane Ransom

I am very fortunate to have Dr. Stender as my dentist. He is one of the top five dentists in Southern California. He has a wonderful staff. They all care, they all listen. I trust him and his staff and I have recommended him to friends because I know they will not be disappointed.

Cynthia C

Everyone is extremely nice, professional and customer service oriented my last two appointments have been with Nora and I have to say her manner and professionalism and detail is beyond any I've experienced with other dental providers, she takes the time to educate which is something I always personally enjoy and she loves her job which clearly comes across. The entire staff is very knowledgeable and customer service oriented which is pretty rare to find at that level these days, and of course Dr. Stender is fantastic, approachable and makes you feel welcomed! Can't wait for my next follow up...I've never looked forward to dental appointments in my life before this!

Update: 2/5/25 I have been seeing the newer hygienist Jackie, for about two years now and I am very delighted with her care and knowledge. Dr. Lee is also very welcoming and thorough, my questions are always answered with as much information as possible to make the right decision for the recommended course of treatment. I do not see myself moving elsewhere anytime soon!☺️

Chee-Sum Tan

Angel is very professional and caring. He has the patient’s best interest at heart. Always explains clearly what he’s doing and offer great ways to keep my teeth healthy!