Our Story
Passionate about your care. Intentional about your experience.
Zen Dental Studio was born from a simple conviction: patients who receive the best care should also have the best experience. Our team of dedicated providers combines deep clinical expertise with spaces designed for calm — because you deserve both.
Our Providers
Meet the team
Our dentists bring decades of combined experience across general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry — united by a shared commitment to your long-term health.
Dr. Srijana Pokhrel, DDS
Founder & Lead Dentist
NYU College of Dentistry
San Francisco & Mountain View
Dr. Nina Carpenter, DDS
Associate Dentist
University of the Pacific
San Francisco
Dr. Steven An, DDS
Associate Dentist
University of the Pacific
Mountain View
We started Zen Dental Studio because we believed dentistry could be something people actually looked forward to — where clinical excellence and genuine comfort aren’t compromises, but promises.
Dr. Srijana Pokhrel
Founder
What Guides Us
Five principles that shape every visit
Care without compromise
Hundreds of hours of continuing education. Every year.
We don’t take shortcuts. Every diagnosis, every treatment plan reflects our commitment to the highest standard of evidence-based care.
The tools to see what others miss
CBCT imaging. 3D scanners. AI-assisted diagnostics.
We invest in advanced technology not because it’s trendy, but because it allows us to diagnose more accurately and treat more gently.
Built on trust
Every treatment explained. Every cost shared upfront.
You’ll understand the “why” behind every recommendation, so you can make confident decisions about your care.
Beautiful smiles begin on the inside
From the lighting to the matcha station.
Every detail of our spaces is designed to honor your well-being. The best clinical outcomes happen when you feel genuinely at ease.
Effortlessly modern
Book online. Netflix during treatment.
We’ve reimagined every step of the dental visit to respect your time and your comfort.
Our Spaces
Designed to dissolve anxiety
Who We Serve
For patients who value their oral health
For patients who see their dentist as a long-term partner in health.
If you’re looking for a dental home rather than a quick stop, you’ve found the right place.
Begin Your Journey
Your dental health deserves this level of care
Book your first visit and experience comprehensive, evidence-based dentistry in an environment designed around your comfort.