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Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR

Bright Now!

831 Lancaster Dr NE Suite 2, Salem, OR 97301
4.2(529 reviews)
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About Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR

Dr. Kumar's thorough explanations and quick same-visit repairs mark this Salem practice, which also offers braces and clear aligners alongside general dentistry.

Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics in Salem is a general dental practice that also offers traditional braces and clear aligners alongside its regular services. Many reviews mention getting fillings, crowns, or extractions completed quickly, sometimes in a single visit, and several note same-day or next-day repairs for broken crowns or bridges. Dr. Kumar is often described as thorough and calm with anxious patients, though a number of reviews raise concerns about his clinical work. Reviews also mention reasonable pricing and gentle handling of dental anxiety during procedures.

Summary of 205 patient reviews, February 2019–September 2026, updated September 2026

Treatments offered

Clear AlignersClear AlignersTraditional BracesTraditional Braces
GuidesClear aligner costs explained →Adult braces cost guide →Teen braces cost guide →

Who They Treat

Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

Cone Beam CT (3D X-Ray)
CBCT

Orthodontists at this office

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Dr. ANA E CASTILLA --, DDS, MS

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Dr. STEVEN WOODROW CAMPBELL --, DDS, MS

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Mr. YONG EUL KIM --, D.D.S.,M.S.

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ZIXIN CHEN, DDS

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Insurance accepted

8 plans listed
AetnaCareingtonCignaDentegraDenteMaxHumanaRenaissance DentalUnicare
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR does not list Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 8 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Reviews often mention same-day or next-day fixes for crowns, bridges, and other urgent repairs.
  • Staff are frequently credited with easing dental anxiety, including during extractions and other procedures.
  • Several reviews mention the dentist explaining treatment steps and costs before starting work.

Things to know

  • A number of reviews raise serious concerns about Dr. Kumar's clinical work, including reports of pain, cracked teeth, and a cheek injury.
  • Some reviews describe billing problems, including charges that didn't match earlier estimates and unexpected collector calls.

Who it suits

  • Anxious or nervous patients

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Kumar · 44 reviews
  • Dr. Lin · 6 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

Orthodontic mentions are limited but include a report of a broken bracket that wasn't repaired promptly due to a front-desk error, a noted lack of weekend orthodontic staffing, and one account of a young patient being repeatedly encouraged toward braces without a clear need.

Last 90 days
23 reviews
averaging 4.0★
Last 12 months
79 reviews
averaging 4.1★
Owner replies
88% of reviews
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Star ratings
  • 5★368
  • 4★39
  • 3★4
  • 2★12
  • 1★77
Average rating by year
  • 20184.2
  • 20193.5
  • 20203.7
  • 20214.5
  • 20224.2
  • 20234.4
  • 20244.6
  • 20254.1
  • 20264.1
1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Braces6
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • The dentist48 / 11
  • Friendly staff37 / 11
  • Scheduling & wait times17 / 13
  • Gentle, comfortable care25 / 4
  • Cost, insurance & financing9 / 14
  • Clear explanations17 / 3
  • Responsiveness13 / 8
  • Treatment results8 / 6
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
The dentist4811
Friendly staff3711
Scheduling & wait times1713
Gentle, comfortable care254
Cost, insurance & financing914
Clear explanations173
Responsiveness138
Treatment results86

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Recent reviews from Google

4.2
529 reviews
Jesse Shiflet
Jesse Shiflet
3 weeks ago
“

I've been going here for a few years now and always had a great experience. Great cleanings and even a pain free root canal. My experience was made EVEN BETTER with their new dental hygienist, Jenny. Jenny you are Wonderful!

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Debbie Smith
Debbie Smith
a month ago
“

I get my teeth cleaned here. And it is quick and painless, there are always nice to deal with.

Review from Google

E Elizabeth
E Elizabeth
2 months ago
“

Amazing dentist!! If I could give more stars I would After having a terrible experience at my past dental office it is a relieve to finally get good dental treatment. dr. Kumar is such an amazing dentist, they are helping me with my dental needs and my crown. he was very helpful and patient during my visit and just a great dentist they took me in the same day too I highly recommend them and will keep recommending them to friends and family members and I highly appreciate the help.

Review from Google

Eman Abbas
Eman Abbas
3 months ago
“

Here is a clearer and more professional version: Each staff member provides different information, and important details are not documented in the system, which means I have to explain my situation repeatedly. The operator told me that she could not schedule an appointment because I am assigned to the Hillsboro office and must continue working with them. However, this is different from the information I received from the Hillsboro staff. She also stated that cleaning appointments cannot be scheduled online, even though the automated phone system directs callers to schedule appointments online.

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Shelly Wolfer
Shelly Wolfer
3 months ago
“

They have mistreated my cousin who is a traumatic brain injury survivor. Lied to me about the benefits being used up on xrays alone… they have done nothing but xrays and the benefits are used up? We had an appointment today at noon they closed for the day due to lack of customers after we already had an extraction scheduled. What a joke. Run from this horrible company. Official complaint filed with Oregon Board of Dentistry if you have a disabled person they are rude and lack compassion for their clients. Shameful.

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR offer?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR offers: Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces.
Does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR accept dental insurance?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR accepts Aetna, Careington, Cigna, Dentegra, DenteMax, and others.
Is Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR accepting new patients?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR is currently welcoming new patients in Salem, OR. Call (503) 362-8359 to schedule.
Where is Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR located?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR is located at 831 Lancaster Dr NE Suite 2. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=11096695210781025935&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR offer payment plans?+
Yes, Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR is staffed by Dr. ANA E CASTILLA --, Dr. STEVEN WOODROW CAMPBELL --, Mr. YONG EUL KIM --, ZIXIN CHEN.
What is the patient rating for Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Salem, OR has a 4.2-star rating based on 529 patient reviews on Google.

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