About Promenade Dental Care
Meet Dr. Bao Nguyen, DDS — Your Murrieta Dentist
UCLA-trained. U.S. Navy veteran. Caring for Murrieta families since 2010.
Promenade Dental Care is a privately owned, family-focused dental practice at 26957 Date St, Suite B4 in Murrieta, California. Dr. Bao Nguyen, DDS owns the practice and treats every patient himself — gently, honestly, and without the upsell.
The Short Version
Promenade Dental Care at a Glance
Everything you'd probably ask on the phone, in one place. Every figure below is current as of August 2026 — call (951) 412-0127 if you want it confirmed before you book.
- Practice
- Promenade Dental Care — privately owned general, family and cosmetic dental practice
- Dentist
- Dr. Bao Nguyen, DDS — owner and treating dentist since 2010
- Address
- 26957 Date St, Suite B4, Murrieta, CA 92563 (free on-site parking)
- Phone
- (951) 412-0127
- Office hours
- Mon, Tue, Thu 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM • Wed, Fri 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Sat by appointment & emergencies • Sun closed
- New-patient exam
- $20, including digital X-rays
- Teeth cleaning
- $95 ultrasonic cleaning
- Insurance
- All PPO plans accepted; in network with Delta Dental PPO, Cigna, MetLife, Guardian, Aetna and United Concordia; CareCredit financing available
- Languages
- English, Spanish, Vietnamese
- Emergencies
- Same-day appointments held open daily for urgent problems
- Areas served
- Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, French Valley, Winchester, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Hemet, Fallbrook
Who We Are
A Neighborhood Dental Practice — Not a Dental Mill
When people ask what makes this office different, I usually start with what it isn't. Promenade Dental Care isn't a corporate chain that rotates in a new dentist every few months and moves you along to hit a quota. It's my practice, on Date Street here in Murrieta, and I've been the one in the operatory since 2010.
I opened with one rule: treat every patient the way I'd want my own family treated. Careful work, straight answers, no upsell. Sixteen years later, kids I saw for a first cleaning are bringing in their own kids. We look after whole families here — a toddler's first visit, a grandparent's new dentures, and most of what falls in between.
Teeth don't break on a convenient schedule, so we keep room in the day for the unexpected. Crack a molar on a Tuesday and I don't want you waiting three weeks for a chair. That's what our same-day slots are for, and it's why we can usually fit in an emergency dentist visit the day you call.
16
Years serving Murrieta
10
Years U.S. Navy service
$20
New-patient exam
3
Languages spoken
Built to feel calm, not clinical
The treatment rooms are quiet and unhurried on purpose. A good share of the people who walk in tell me they used to dread the dentist, and a cold, rushed room only makes that worse. We keep it simple: explain what's happening, then work at your pace.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Bao Nguyen, DDS
I earned my dental degree at the UCLA School of Dentistry, then spent the next ten years as a dentist in the United States Navy. That included an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and deployments to Kuwait and Iraq, where I handled everything from routine fillings to surgical and restorative work — often nowhere near a well-stocked lab, and rarely on a calm schedule.
Military dentistry leaves you with two habits you don't shake. Stay steady when the situation isn't. Do the work right the first time, because there may not be a second one. I brought both home to Murrieta in 2010, and they still show up in how I practice: thorough exams, plain-English explanations, and a light hand in the chair.
I'm a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association, licensed by the Dental Board of California. I pay attention to the tools and techniques that measurably improve care, and I skip the ones that mostly just photograph well in a brochure.
Credentials and background
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), UCLA School of Dentistry
Ten years of active-duty service as a U.S. Navy dentist
AEGD residency, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Overseas deployments to Kuwait and Iraq
Licensed by the Dental Board of California
Member, American and California Dental Associations
CEREC same-day crown certified
Care in English, Spanish and Vietnamese
What We Stand For
How We Practice — The Promenade Difference
Four things I promise every patient who sits down in my chair:
Gentle, pain-free care
From how I place the anesthetic to how the appointment is paced, the goal is a visit you don't dread — especially if you're nervous, or you're bringing a child.
Straight answers, no upselling
You get a clear picture of your options and the room to decide. If you don't need the treatment, I'm not going to sell it to you.
Transparent, published pricing
$20 exams, $95 cleanings, all PPO plans accepted, CareCredit financing available. You'll hear the number before we start, not after.
Modern tools that save time
Same-day CEREC crowns and digital X-rays mean fewer visits, fewer temporaries, and less of your week spent in a dental office.
Dental anxiety is real, and it's welcome here. A lot of our patients avoided the dentist for years before they came in. We listen first, explain each step before it happens, and offer dental anxiety care and sedation options when they'll help. Plenty of people tell us it changed how they feel about dental visits altogether.
Worried about cost or coverage? We accept all PPO dental plans and verify your benefits before you come in. For anything insurance doesn't fully cover, CareCredit financing keeps treatment manageable. Call (951) 412-0127 and we'll go through it with you before you commit to anything.
The People Behind Your Smile
The Team Behind Your Care
Good dentistry isn't one person. It's the hello at the front desk, the hygiene appointment that doesn't feel like a scolding, and the staff who chase down your insurance so you don't have to. Our front office handles the parts nobody enjoys — benefits, scheduling, paperwork — so the time you spend here stays about your teeth.
What we're going for is a place where you're actually known rather than processed. That's hard to fake, and it's the reason most of our new patients arrive because a neighbor sent them.
Comfortable, unhurried cleanings
Our $95 ultrasonic cleaning is easy on your gums and thorough on plaque. No rushing, no lecture — just a clean mouth and an honest note about anything worth watching before your next visit.
Rooted in the Valley
Proud to Call Murrieta Home
We're not just located in Murrieta, we live here. Our patients are the parents at the same schools and the families we run into at the grocery store off Interstate 215. That's a good reason to hold a higher standard: when you treat your own neighbors, word gets around the Temecula Valley fast, and it should.
From the office at 26957 Date Street, we see families across southwest Riverside County:
Murrieta and Temecula
Home base and next-door neighbor — a short drive for a checkup or an urgent problem.
Menifee and Winchester
Growing communities to the north who come to us for unrushed, honest family dentistry.
Wildomar and French Valley
Close-by families who'd rather have a small practice where the dentist knows their name.
Lake Elsinore and Fallbrook
Patients happy to drive a bit farther to be treated like a person instead of a chart number.
Find us on Date Street
26957 Date St, Suite B4, Murrieta, CA 92563. Easy parking, a quick check-in, and a team that's glad you came. New here? A $20 exam with digital X-rays is the simplest way to meet us.
Complete Care, One Location
What We Do
Routine checkups through cosmetic work and oral surgery — comprehensive dentistry for the whole family, in one office, from one dentist who knows your history:
Exams and Cleanings
Thorough $20 exams with digital X-rays and gentle $95 ultrasonic cleanings.
Same-Day CEREC Crowns
A permanent, natural-looking crown designed, milled and placed in a single visit.
Emergency Dentistry
Same-day help for toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings and lost crowns.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Porcelain veneers, bonding and whitening for a smile you're glad to show.
Kids and Family Dentistry
Patient, positive visits that help children grow up comfortable at the dentist.
Sedation and Anxiety Care
Options that let anxious patients get the work done calmly, in fewer sittings.
Root Canals and Oral Surgery
Extractions, wisdom teeth and root canal therapy handled in house.
In Our Patients' Words
What Our Patients Say
These are unedited reviews posted by patients on Google Maps.
My name is Debby and I have been a patient of Dr. Nguyen's now for over a decade at Promenade Dental. Doctor and staff, which includes Edith, are incredibly wonderful, so kind, caring and compassionate, yet professional. They go above and beyond to care for their patients which includes painless treatments in a calming atmosphere. Dr. Nguyen met me at his office for an emergency visit during the height of COVID and I will forever be thankful for it! I refer family and friends who have a pleasant experience also.
— Debby · Google Review · Patient for 10+ years
They are very professional and very honest, they don't scam you like another places. The office is very clean, with a very comfortable waiting area. The receptionist is very polite and she is always with a nice smile helping all the patients. Doctor Nguyen is very efficient and does an excellent job, he is a multitask person. I definitely recommend this office, because after going to several dentists in this area I finally found a professional dentist like my Bay Area dentist with whom I had been with for over 16 years. Absolutely Dr. Nguyen is THE BEST DENTIST In this area!!!!
— Angiegto · Google Review
Dr. Nguyen is an experienced and professional dentist! I needed 3 crowns and he was able to get insurance approval before my insurance ran out at the end of the year. Then, after approval he was able to get teeth prepped for the crowns and he made the crowns in the office!! I was in and out in less than 4 hours. My teeth look and feel great! Office staff is also professional! Highly recommend!
— Diana T. · Google Review
A very professional and friendly dentist. They go out of their way to make your comfortable and pain free. No upselling, and also easy to make an appointment. Great dentist!!!
— David C. · Google Review
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Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions About Promenade Dental Care
Who is Dr. Bao Nguyen, DDS?
Dr. Bao Nguyen is the owner and general dentist at Promenade Dental Care, 26957 Date St, Suite B4, Murrieta, CA 92563. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the UCLA School of Dentistry, served ten years as a dentist in the United States Navy, completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, and has practiced in Murrieta since 2010.
Where is Promenade Dental Care located?
Promenade Dental Care is at 26957 Date St, Suite B4, Murrieta, CA 92563, on Date Street near Interstate 215. Parking is free and on site. The office phone number is (951) 412-0127.
What are the office hours at Promenade Dental Care?
Promenade Dental Care is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Saturday by appointment & emergencies, and closed Sunday. Call (951) 412-0127 to confirm current availability.
How do I make an appointment at Promenade Dental Care?
Call Promenade Dental Care at (951) 412-0127 to book an appointment, or use the contact page at promenadedentalcare.com/contact-us/ to request a time. New patients are asked for their insurance information at booking so benefits can be verified before the visit. For a dental emergency, call as early in the day as possible and the office will try to see you the same day.
Is Promenade Dental Care accepting new patients?
Yes. Promenade Dental Care accepts new patients of all ages, from toddlers to seniors. New patients can start with a $20 comprehensive exam that includes digital X-rays. Call (951) 412-0127 to schedule a first visit.
How much does a new-patient exam cost at Promenade Dental Care?
A new-patient comprehensive exam at Promenade Dental Care is $20 and includes digital X-rays. It is a low-cost, no-pressure way to get an honest assessment of your dental health before deciding on any treatment. An ultrasonic teeth cleaning is a separate $95.
What is the difference between the $20 exam and the $95 cleaning at Promenade Dental Care?
The $20 exam is the diagnostic visit and the $95 ultrasonic cleaning is the hygiene treatment; they are priced and booked separately at Promenade Dental Care. The exam covers Dr. Nguyen's evaluation of your teeth, gums and bite along with digital X-rays. The cleaning removes plaque and tartar above and below the gumline using ultrasonic instruments. Many new patients schedule both on the same day.
What dental insurance does Promenade Dental Care accept?
Promenade Dental Care accepts all PPO dental plans and is in network with Delta Dental PPO, Cigna, MetLife, Guardian, Aetna and United Concordia. Benefits are verified before your visit, and CareCredit financing is available for treatment that insurance does not fully cover. Call (951) 412-0127 to have your coverage checked.
What languages are spoken at Promenade Dental Care?
Care at Promenade Dental Care is available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. That means patients and family members can understand their treatment options in the language they are most comfortable with.
What makes Promenade Dental Care different from a corporate dental chain?
Promenade Dental Care is privately owned by Dr. Bao Nguyen, not a corporate chain. The same dentist treats you at every visit, appointments are not rushed to hit a production quota, treatment you do not need is never pushed, and prices such as the $20 exam and the $95 cleaning are published up front so there are no surprise bills.
Does Promenade Dental Care treat children?
Yes. Promenade Dental Care is a family dental practice and treats every generation under one roof, including young children. Early visits are kept short, calm and positive so children grow up comfortable at the dentist.
Can Dr. Nguyen see me for a dental emergency?
Yes. Promenade Dental Care holds time in the daily schedule for urgent problems such as severe toothaches, broken or knocked-out teeth, lost fillings and lost crowns. Call (951) 412-0127 as early in the day as possible and the office will do its best to see you the same day.
Does Promenade Dental Care help patients with dental anxiety?
Yes. Sedation options and a slower, fully explained appointment are available for anxious patients at Promenade Dental Care. Many patients avoided dental care for years before coming in. Every step is explained before it happens, and the appointment moves at your pace.
What is a CEREC same-day crown?
CEREC is chairside CAD/CAM technology that lets Dr. Nguyen scan, design, mill and place a custom porcelain crown in a single appointment. Instead of a temporary crown and a second visit weeks later, most patients leave the same day with a permanent, natural-looking crown.
How long has Dr. Bao Nguyen practiced dentistry in Murrieta?
Dr. Bao Nguyen has practiced in Murrieta since 2010, about 16 years at the same Date Street location as of 2026. Before opening the Murrieta office he spent ten years on active duty as a United States Navy dentist.
Which cities does Promenade Dental Care serve?
From its Murrieta office, Promenade Dental Care serves patients across southwest Riverside County. That includes Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, French Valley, Winchester, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Hemet and Fallbrook.
Does Dr. Nguyen have military dental experience?
Yes. Dr. Nguyen served ten years as a dentist in the United States Navy. He completed an advanced education in general dentistry residency at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and deployed to Kuwait and Iraq, where he handled routine, surgical, and restorative dental care in field conditions.
We'd Love to Meet You
Dentistry that's gentle, honest and actually personal. New patients start with a $20 exam and digital X-rays — call and we'll get you on the schedule.
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