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Meet The Team

Our team is dedicated to you! At our practice, we believe in prioritizing quality over quantity, and honesty and trust as the cornerstone of our practice. We always strive to help our patients achieve optimal oral health by valuing the long-term health over short-term gains. As a premier Las Vegas Smile Center, we take pride in delivering exceptional dental care to our community.
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Our Team At
Smile Vegas Dental

Meet the Doctors

Naweed Najand

Owner of Smile Vegas Dental, Doctor, DMD

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Dr. Naweed has lived in Las Vegas for over 20 years. His favorite things to do are yoga, reading books, being active, and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite Quote: “If you can believe it, you can achieve it.”

Nikki Dela Cruz

Associate Dentist, DMD

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Dr. Dela Cruz loves to travel with friends and family, listen to music, go to concerts, camping and hiking. She was born a Lakers fan but is currently a Bucks fan.
Favorite Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.”

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Kung Ou

Associate Dentist, DMD

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Dr. Kung enjoys road trips with family and friends, wildlife photography, and fishing. He has been to 24 national parks, The Galapagos Islands and The Amazon Rainforest.
Favorite Quote: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

Meet the Staff

Valerie

Office Manager

Hobbies/Fun Facts: If she is not reading or writing in her poetry journal, she is hanging out with her favorite little humans (her 3 young nieces). Valerie enjoys random trips and bar hop with her besties. She loves fast cars and tattoos.
Favorite Quote: “If you’re always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be!”

Lorena

Insurance Coordinator

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Lorena loves spending quality time with family and enjoy vacations. Her hobbies include hiking and DIY home projects. She LOVES cloud watching! Daisies are her favorite.

Favorite Quote: “Not that I speak from want, for I learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in abundance; in any and all things I have learned the secret of being filled.”

Jen

Dental Hygienist

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Jen is born and raised in Vegas and happily married. She loves to travel, going to Disneyland and eating food! She has a Doberman named Blits (follow him on IG: BlitzDoberman /shameless plug). Her favorite sports team is the Dallas Cowboys.
Favorite Quote: “My goal is to make my patients feel comfortable being at the dental office and putting their needs first. I want to make a difference by educating my patients about their oral health so they can maintain a healthy lifestyle and achieve a beautiful smile.”

Oscar

Dental Assistant

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Oscar was Born in Fresno California but has lived In Las Vegas his whole life. Oscar likes to hike and go on fun trips and loves to stay active. Enjoys sports, shoes and cars. In his free time he likes to go to the gym.
Favorite Quote: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.”

Jacob Ortega

Dental Assistant

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Jacob was raised in Las Vegas. He graduated from Del Sol High School. For the past 15 years, he has been dedicated to providing excellent dental care to every patient he comes in contact with. He enjoys playing soccer and occasionally doing some cooking and hiking.
Favorite Quote: “Winning is not a sometime thing; it’s an all time thing. You don’t win once in a while; you don’t do things right once in a while; you do them right all of the time. Winning is a habit. Unfortunately so is losing.” -Vince Lombardi

Sylvia

Registered Dental Hygienist

Hobbies/Fun Facts: Sylvia attended hygiene school at the College of Southern Nevada where she graduated in 2008. She enjoys getting to know each patient and providing them with the utmost care in a comfortable environment. She is married and has two daughters. She loves traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite Quote: “Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine!”

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Irma

Dental Assistant

About/Fun Facts: Irma loves spending time with family and friends, going to family trips, listening to music and dancing.

Favorite Quote: “For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.”

Excellent

Smile Vegas Dental

Based on 1412 reviews

Good dental care and wonderful staff!!!!

Great experience. Highly recommend

Service was excellent and very friendly staff. I’ve been done deep cleaning for my mouth. She did it so excellent that I can feel it. I forgot her name but over all was excellent. I recommend 😃

Got me in fast and did a great job.

I had such a positive experience at this dental office – I genuinely felt cared for from the moment I walked in. The staff is welcoming, efficient, and creates a calm atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease.

Dr. Naweed is truly exceptional – knowledgeable, gentle, and incredibly attentive. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, answers all questions with patience, and makes sure you are comfortable through every step of the treatment. You can feel that he genuinely cares about his patients’ well-being.

The quality of care I received was outstanding, and the whole visit felt smooth and stress-free. I’m very grateful to have found such a professional, honest, and compassionate dentist. Highly recommend Dr. Naweed and his wonderful team!

I finally found a dentist I trust. They’re patient, thorough, and make you feel genuinely cared for. Couldn’t ask for a better team!

Incredible service every time! Fast, friendly, and skilled — this office sets the bar for dental care. Five star!

I walked in that day and scheduled right away to see the dentist after a few minutes. Was pleased with the services I received. The ladies from the reception area were nice as well.

Been a loyal patient since day one love the staff and I always recommend smile dental to all my friends

Cassie performed my cleaning – she is amazing, very professional while being warm & engaging.
I recommend Cassie 100%.

Dr. Naweed is the best in the business!
Response from the owner:Hi Devin,
Thanks for the great shoutout! Dr. Naweed and the Smile Vegas Dental team are thrilled to hear that. We’re here anytime you need us!

I always have a good experience at Smile Vegas. They have friendly staff, pain-free procedures, clear explanations, punctuality, and a comfortable environment.

Excellent customer service and advanced technology

I’m writing this review a month after my initial visit to be thorough with my experience. The staff were really nice and helpful when explaining the pricing, very transparent, but I’m sure the dentist failed to locate a cavity that I’ve had. Very disappointed.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found our team helpful and transparent, and we truly appreciate you choosing our office for your care.
We’re sorry to learn that you left feeling disappointed. Our goal is to provide every patient with a thorough, accurate exam and clear communication about their oral health. While we cannot discuss any personal details of your visit publicly, I would really appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly so we can better understand what happened and make sure your concerns are fully addressed.
If you’re open to it, please give us a call at 7026602646 or email us at svd@smilevegasdental.com so we can review this together and ensure you feel confident in your care moving forward. Your trust means a lot to us, and we’re committed to making things right.
Thank you again for your feedback.
-Dr. Naweed

Response from the owner:Thanks for the 5-star review Crystal!

The staff and care at Smile Dental is beyond exceptional. Both my wife and I have been going here for a couple years and couldn’t imagine going anywhere else now. Definitely recommend!

Excellent, I love it

10/10 nice aroma people friendly service goes above and beyond for their clients

Dr. Dela Cruz and staff are always truly alleging and caring people. They’re very personal and professional. They always check up me later afterwards and that too means a lot. I’ll never go anywhere else for dental work. Thank you Dr. Dela Cruz!

Amazing staff and very helpful!!
Response from the owner:Hi Jorge,
Welcome to Smile Vegas Dental! We’re so happy to hear that you had a positive experience from start to finish. See you at your next visit!

They worked with me well to create a dental plan. They are so wonderful. You need a dentist this is the place. Every time I enjoy my experience here!

Two years ago I lived near the clinic, now I live in Henderson and I don’t mind the drive. I’m happy with the care they provide. I definitely recommend them.

I needed an emergency appointment to see my dentist and they were unavailable, so my wife contacted Smile Vegas Dental and they were able to see me right away.

Everyone from the office staff to the technician who took x-rays, to Dr Naweed himself were all super friendly, and very professional. They were able to determine my needs, work with my insurance and get me scheduled the next day for the procedure to get me taken care of and pain free.

I had a filling done by Dr Kung and he was very friendly and did such an awesome job! My filling feels perfect without any adjustment and I can’t recommend them enough if you’re in the area and need an excellent dentist. 10/10 Thank you!

As soon as you get called out of the lobby is when I felt welcomed. Everyone was so nice and very professional.

Always a pleasant experience – even at the dentist!! Great dentist and great friendly staff. Been a patient there for years.

Very friendly, attentive, efficient and professional staff. I feel fortunate to have found this dentist office!
Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing Smile Vegas Dental, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your recent experience with us.
We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional dental care in the future!

First time here and I have to say so impressed! First time I’ve had entire staff welcome and introduced themselves! Such amazing customer service! You won’t be disappointed

I am so grateful I found this dental office. This was my very first visit and the entire team made me feel welcomed, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. The dental hygienist was fantastic — gentle, detailed, and attentive — and the dental assistant was just as wonderful, guiding me through everything with ease.

The dentist herself is exceptional: down-to-earth, incredibly knowledgeable, and remarkably meticulous. She took the time to explain everything clearly and made me feel like I was in the best hands possible from the moment she walked in. It’s rare to find someone who combines expertise with such a warm, grounded personality.

Although this was my first appointment, I left feeling confident that I’ve found my new permanent dental home. I’m already referring everyone I know because this level of care is truly hard to find.

11-13 – 25: Continuing. This is the only office for us. The personalized service and personal interaction is the benchmark. The entire staff from scheduling, the techs, And the office staff never rush you and explain everything to me. Dr. Namers sets the expectations and personally delivers. Each experience, albeit dental procedures, are smooth, comfortable, thorough and designed for each patient individually. A+

, First time at this office for me. Scheduling was fast and easy. They got me in within 48 hrs
The ladies at the reception desk are awesome professional and fun.
The tech, John was great, explained everything he was doing-before he did it, and why he was going it.
Doc was easy going and again, explained everything and why. Long term patient here!!!

1/25 A few visits in. Now my Wife goes!!! Great folks here

They were AMAZING! I’m super afraid of the dentist. But from the greeting that made me feel warm to the assistant who kept me informed and then the doctor who was very helpful and knowledgeable, I’m very comfortable getting the work I needed done. I’ll definitely recommend and continue to make this my new dentist of choice💕

I had such a great experience at this dental office. The team is incredibly professional, efficient, and so timely. I didn’t even have to wait in the waiting room. I’m currently getting my teeth whitened and I’m really happy with the entire process so far. Everyone has been so thorough, attentive, and gentle. I highly recommend this place and their amazing staff. They truly make every visit comfortable and easy.

From the check in through the whole process was great, place is super clean and everyone is very professional.

Dr. Naweed and Smile Vegas Dental are Nothing Short of Amazing! They really make you feel like family instead of a patient! Going to The Dentist is usually an anxious experience but not here! They make you feel more than comfortable! 10/10 Recommendation to anyone!

Best Dentist They always get me in right away and right out without ever sacrificing the quality of their work. Every visit is smooth, efficient, and professional. The team does an amazing job every single time, and I always leave feeling taken care of. Highly recommend Smile Vegas Dental to anyone looking for fast, friendly, and top-quality dental care!
Response from the owner:Hi Lawrence,
Thank you for your wonderful review! At Smile Vegas Dental, we pride ourselves on providing a friendly, comfortable experience while delivering top-notch dental care. We look forward to your next visit!

Everybody was friendly and professional. I would 100% recommend Smile dental to everybody!

Gracious. Respectful and understanding of my dentist-phobia. Took time to explain my dental device options – pointing out both pros and cons. Very pleasant staff and doctor.

Nice clinic and the service is great

Very professional and polite and efficient staff. Prices seem reasonable
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5 star review!

Love this place !
Love my dentist , he explains things to you in detail, he’s very personable and his staff are always pleasant and nice!
Best dentist office in Vegas ! Period
Response from the owner:We’re so happy to hear that your visit with Dr. Kung went so well! It’s important to us that you feel calm, informed, and cared for every step of the way. Thanks for the amazing feedback. We’re here whenever you need us at Smile Vegas Dental!

Dr. Naweed is an extraordinary Dentist. By far the best I have seen here in The Valley. I’ve had a couple fillings and invisilign done through his office and every time I have been seen him and his staff have been polite and professional. I highly recommend his office.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words and glowing review! We truly appreciate your support and trust in our dental office. It’s a pleasure to serve you, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to provide you with polite and professional care. Your recommendation means the world to us.

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