Dr. Nguyen and staff are great. I'm very happy with the excellent care and the efficiency of Crystal River Dental.
Explore true clinical outcomes achieved by our neighbors under the direct care of our clinical team. All cases executed with explicit HIPAA privacy consent documentation.

Full-arch rehabilitation closing dark spaces and permanently establishing a brighter shade map.

Correcting a heavy gummy smile line layout, lengthening short teeth profiles beautifully.

Conservative, single-visit restoration smoothing away jagged chipped edges and tracking stains.

Reshaping six visible upper elements to lift overall tooth positioning lines cleanly.
A smile makeover is an integrated treatment blueprint that combines multiple cosmetic and restorative techniques to address several aesthetic concerns simultaneously. Rather than handling chips, gaps, discolored patches, or misalignments as isolated issues, we plan the makeover under a single, cohesive clinical blueprint. We universally introduce Digital Smile Design (DSD) software frameworks into the diagnostic planning phase. This specialized technology lets us simulate your exact structural transformation before a single tooth is prepared, ensuring perfect balance across your final tooth shade, sizing proportions, and natural lip contours.
The core cornerstone of most full makeovers — custom-molded porcelain shells that correct tooth color, length, size, and vertical gaps simultaneously.
Prescription-strength whitening establishes a bright baseline shade, ensuring subsequent permanent crowns or veneers match your peak result.
Single-visit composite resin sculpting to repair minor tooth chips, enamel micro-cracks, or isolated surface discolorations without lab waits.
Advanced laser tissue shaping that raises or balances an uneven gum line, safely eliminating a gummy look to broaden your smile's frame.
For teeth presenting deep decay or fracture lines too advanced for a veneer, custom porcelain crowns provide full-coverage structural protection.
When significant tooth crowding or severe crossbites are present, clear aligner protocols establish the ideal physical foundation before cosmetic layers apply.
Imaging diagnostics, facial scanning, tooth preparation, and veneer bonding are all managed under our single office roof. No third-party transfers required.
We leverage computer-guided smile design technologies connected to crisp CBCT scans to minimize tooth modification steps and predict outcomes perfectly.
Our office utilizes only premium, field-tested porcelain blocks and bio-inert composite materials. We refuse to compromise on your smile's lifelong baseline.
Dr. Nguyen and staff are great. I'm very happy with the excellent care and the efficiency of Crystal River Dental.
Love the dentist! They are very caring and efficient.
Always on time. Always very friendly.
The staff at Crystal River Dental is very professional, friendly & efficient. I am so happy that I found them.
Hygienist was great,and Dr.'s explanation of teeth matters explained throughly.
Doc was great. Got one tooth pulled didn't feel a thing. Doc was very informative about what I needed to do after. Definitely will…
Friendly Staff and the dentist is the best dentist I’ve ever been to 😊
Dr. Nguyen and all the staff have been friendly, helpful, very skilled, and very good at explaining options and performing procedures w/a minimum of…
Great and helpful always listens to my concerns
Dr Nguyen is a very knowledgeable and caring person..he explains options and the why of it all I really like Alicia at the front…
First visit to Crystal River Dental. The staff was very accommodating and helpful.
Good experience! Dr.Saad, assistant Lisa, and hygienist Angela have all been very professional and helpful. Receptionist and billing make appointments friendly and easy.
Amazing from when you first walk in the door until you leave. Everyone treats you special and such great care. Explains everything every step…
Very professional and thorough.
Very good. On time and thorough.
They have always done a great job with my regular teeth cleaning. got same day service for removal of two infected wisdom teeth. Entire…
They are very friendly an efficient
I had dental phobia, but everyone here is so kind, patient and understanding. Dentist does top notch work. They've turned me into a loyal…
Amazing Dental Care. From the Receptionist, throughout the whole process, Everyone makes you feel special. Explains everything and great listeners. Thanks for all you…
You really care about your clients!!! More than the one I had after40 plus years in Waupaca !!! Thank you for caring Mary Lindenmeyer
Always a pleasant experience Thank you
I chatted with hygienist and dentist. Both were nice and knowledgeable. I had a filling done. Went good.
Very through and honest dentist. Sugested but did not try 2 push expensive improvements.
The appointment was right on time. My cleaning was great without discomfort. Dr. did a check that all was done.
I appreciate their honest work and explanation of what is going on when I get X-rays and progress reports on if anything is changing.
I had work done in both Waupaca and Wausau locations over the past year. Doctors and staff were excellent. Worked with me financially to…
I had my first visit. I had to miss my first appointment….The staff was very accommodating in rescheduling and meeting my schedule!
Excellent care in a friendly and professional manner.
The dentist is very cordial and respectful. I appreciate the care she gives.
Great attention to detail.
Everyone is very polite and helpful. I had to make a last minute appointment because of a broken tooth. They got me in fast…..worked…
First experience went awesome & I look forward to my future visits! I broke my tooth and they got me in asap and will…
As a first time patient, I was very happy with the hygienist and the dentist.
Friendly, professional, took the time to answer my questions.
Professional and sensitive to patients needs.
Very thorough exam and nice people!
Crystal River Dental is a top notch practice from top to bottom. Highly competent and professional. I'm very happy to be their patient.
I had an exam with Dr Nguyen, that was very thorough. I appreciate his comprehensive oral cancer screening and advice
Dr. Lap Nguyen was the dentist I saw today, and I was very impressed. I recently moved to Waupaca and needed to find new…
Had a crown done today, always professional and painless work done by the dentist here at Crystal River Dental ! The staff is always…
Jan, their dental hygienist did a fabulous job cleaning my teeth. Very knowledgeable and thorough.
I've been with crystal river for about a year now and they have been nothing but great! I'd recommend them to anyone in the…
My Hygienist, Angela, was very friendly and thorough. She has nice conversation and lets me answer. You know how hard it is to answer…
I had my bottom teeth removed. I had no bruising, swelling or any pain, just some discomfort at times. I would recommend Crystal River…
They were very nice and took care of me right from the start
Staff is always upbeat and friendly.
Very friendly and efficient, best dentist I've ever had. Due to exposed roots teeth are very sensitive, but they are so careful.
Everyone there is friendly. The office is spotless and the hygenists are very thorough. Office staff is informative and welcoming.
Dr. B was thorough and I am glad that my son had his chipped tooth filled by him.
Today, I had a cleaning of my teeth at Crystal Dental. The service I received was excellent. The new dentist was thorough completely, as…
I had a wonderful experience. The dental hygienist was very nice and was also encouraging to me and my home care. The dentist was…
Great experience at Crystal River Dental. My Hygienist, Angela did an outstanding job and I really appreciated meeting Dr. Nguyen. Very professional staff and…
Very professional and friendly.
She was awesome. She was concerned and listened to me
Great experience! Very thorough, friendly & gentle. They provide detailed explanations of procedures and upfront pricing, which I appreciate. I'm confident that I made…
The cleaning was done in a relatively painless way. The exam was thorough and I was given a reasonable long-term plan for treatment.
After starting in 2022, at CRD, I was happy the practice finally settled down with you Dr Jon as the permanent dentist! WELCOME I…
I feel very comfortable there
The new dentist was very friendly and good and the hygienist was great.
The receptionists, the hygienist, Nicole and Dr. Nguyen were all very communicative, professional, efficient and friendly. A dental plan was put in place for…
Great experience! Made me feel very comfortable and wanted to make sure I was okay with all decisions!
Very competent and friendly people. Angela did a great job cleaning my teeth.
Hygienist, Angela, very thorough, does an excellent job explaining teeth and toothbrush issues. Reminding me to change the electric toothbrush head more often, perhaps…
Met Hygienist Angela today for the first time. She was extremely thoughtful, thorough and educational. The interim Dentist was equally warm and friendly as…
It was a great experience, they were very unstanding and very kind.
Very pleased! As an itinerant substitute dentist she did a fantastic and thorough job.
Crystal River Dental is a very professional and caring establishment. The atmosphere is relaxing. I have personally had great, informative and quality service everytime….
Very happy with the crown Color was perfect and so was the fit.Thank you!
Glad to be here: good listeners, good attention to detail, and hospitable. All make you feel comfortable.
Great customer service and friendly staff! Outstanding dentist!
This dentist made me feel BEYOND comfortable! I have never had a dentist so forward, open, and understanding. I left feeling so happy and…
I couldn’t be happier with Crystal River Dental. Everyone from the front desk to the dentist and dental staff are warm, friendly, profession and…
Outstanding care. Professional and compassionate.
The young lady that cleaned my teeth was very thorough and had a very pleasant personality!
Great care, friendly staff. Hard to find a dentist this good and caring but this place is the one to go to.
All employees are very nice and listen to ymy issues and explain what needs to be done Angela cleaned my teeth gently and took…
Every was nice and helpful.
Routine 6 mo cleaning and exam today. Punctuality is appreciated. Comfortable, painless procedures done in time alloted with next appointment already scheduled. A real…
Very kind and efficient. Friendly staff.
All of the staff are so very friendly. They always get to me on time. They make going to the dentist a nice experience….
I highly recommend Crystal River Dental. Everyone there is professional and kind. I have been treated with care and concern for all my issues….
The assistants and the doctor are very nice and explains things very well.
I'm very pleased with the service and the professionalism at Crystal River dental. I felt well informed and very comfortable with the staff and…
I always feel very cared about. 😊 I am cared about as a person compassionately and professionally! 😊
Thank you for getting me in today you made my day.
Everything they did was pain free. Thank you
A perfect place with super-professional people who provide excellent service. I was extremely satisfied with their work.
A very good dentist and very nice and friendly
I like Dr. Nyugen my dentist here at Dental Crystal River – Waupaca very professional , smiles and explained procedures he performs. He gave…
I found a diamond of a dentist office in Waupaca, WI . From the reception desk to the dental assistant and more it was…
Great dentist and coworkers!
Tina was excellent in what she was doing with my teeth. Was able to get me in a little earlier the schedule. Never a…
Very friendly and great service
Love this place & the Dentist! They are efficient, friendly and realistic! They work with you for the best outcomes! Awesome place!
I've been really impressed with the service and the quality of work. This visit provides the extra effort I've done has been beneficial.
Very sad to see Doctor Lap Nguyen had left sure enjoyed going to have him as a dentist. Have a fill in now till…
For the first time in my life I am not afraid to go to the dentist. Awesome doc and staff. So thorough and gentle….
CRD stands behind its work and products Rarely do you see a company that has such integrity.
Very nice, I was totally comfortable. Thanks.
I thought she is very kind and gentle! Gave me good advice for future care!
Every time I’m here the entire staff is friendly, helpful, kind and on top of any and all issues. I’ve had Invisalign here 1…
I was very pleased with the staff and Dr. Matte. Thank you.
Service was on time and very friendly.
Dentist, associates, & all office staff are absolutely awesome. They don’t treat their patients as a number. They all take time to listen &…
Even being late everyone was pleasant
Crystal River Dental does a fantastic job. Hygienist Angela is very thorough and takes the time to explain everything. Very pleased.
Very friendly and professional staff.They are honest and do a great job.
Timelines depend on the chosen treatments. Direct composite bonding and whitening visits are completed across 2 to 3 rapid sessions over a couple of weeks. More extensive structural porcelain veneer or crown transformations require roughly 4 to 6 weeks.
Purely cosmetic adjustments are elective and not covered by dental insurance. However, if your plan includes functional restorative elements — such as covering a structural dental crown over a fractured tooth or replacing single missing teeth — those specific components may qualify for partial coverage.
Longevity parameters align with the specific materials used. High-grade porcelain veneers and crowns routinely provide beautiful service for 10 to 20 years. Composite dental bonding typically functions well for 3 to 7 years. Maintenance steps are built into your long-term plan to protect your results.
Yes, but any underlying structural concerns — such as active tooth decay or periodontal gum inflammation — must be fully treated and resolved first. Executing high-end cosmetic work over a healthy, stable foundation ensures your beautiful result lasts far longer.