I have been going to Dr. Santone's office since I was 15 years old (now 32). I have seen the dental hygienist Monica for years and have had a pleasant experience until now. She told me it has been too long since getting x-rays done and I politely declined, as I don't need to be exposed to radiation just for the heck of it. Monica continued to question to my choice (in a very rude manor). I once again said no thank you and I simply wanted a cleaning. She said 'this is unaccepatable' and I said 'maybe I should find a new dentists as I really don't want an x-ray'. She said 'I think that's a good idea' and I walked out... Not a word from anyone. It was so rude, unprofessional and inappropriate. I will never go back, along with the rest of our family who has been going for over 20 years. read more

Dr Santone is not just warm and caring , but very skilled at what she does. Always careful to provide highest quality care and technique in maintaining the best dental health, without doing more than needed. Her office staff are always friendly and accommodating. Been here for years and can highly recommend! read more

After last week's dental visit, I feel the need to update my review of Cathy Santone, DDS. I really can not say enough great things about Cathy, her beautiful office, and her excellent staff. As far as my dental needs go, I have hit a trifecta. The office recently moved to the west side of the building which means patients and staff get to enjoy the glorious sunsets every afternoon. During this process, they made a massive upgrade to their space which now includes an open layout, comfortable reclining chairs with large Smart TV monitors at each station and a modern interior design. As a person with a healthy set of chompers, I have never needed any cosmetic surgery, crowns or root canals. I am not what you would call a profitable patient, just dental cleaning and a few cavities. The hygienists at this dental office are so skilled at cleaning teeth that I can barely feel their instruments, but after they are done my teeth feel so clean. I had a chipped filling on my last visit and feared that I was going to be given bad news about painful or expensive treatments. To my surprise Cathy said that she could repair the filling and did it right then and there. I was thrilled to get it over with and that it was relatively minor too. Cathy is a master at cosmetic dentistry and has numerous accolades in that area. She has thousands of before and after successes that made a dramatic impact on people's lives. A giant smile is always in style. Dental hygeine does not stop in your mouth, if you are a person that enjoys being healthy and greeting people with a teethy grin then head over to Cathy and see what she can do for you! read more

Cathy Santone, DDS - Cathy is a gifted dentist, highly recommended. - General Dentistry Near Me - Encinitas, California

Dr. Santone is amazing. I have a deep-seeded fear of the dentist, rooted from a plethora or terrible incidences as a child. To schedule an appointment itself, is a mental struggle for me. My fear compounded with the pandemic, led me to neglect my teeth for years. After reading Dr. Santone's reviews I took a chance. I'm so glad I did. Dr. Santone was so calming and reassuring. Her dental plan she came up with was comprehensive and and efficient and I am now back on track with my dental health. I am so grateful to her and her staff for dealing with my stress and anxiety. Do not wait any longer, go visit her practice, you will be so happy you did. read more

Have been going to the practice for over 20 years and love the people who work there. Very flexible and care about their patients.

Dr. Santone is the best dentist I have ever had the pleasure to go to. I am a current patient of hers and have seen her for more than 5 years. I drive from San Diego to Encinitas and it's definitely worth it because of all the personal attention and caring staff, detailed dental work by Dr. Santone, and the BEST dental cleaning I have ever had in my life by the dental hygienist Bonnie and Jodi (totally thorough cleaning compared to other dentists or dental hygienists who just do some cleaning but don't get right in there to clean your teeth). I know that Bonnie and Jodi are perfectionists at getting every crack and corner of your teeth in order to make your dental cleaning complete. Dr. Santone is a great dentist who is meticulous and does it very well, and on top of that, her cosmetic dentistry is the best of the best. She is passionate about bringing you the best smile and teeth. My story is that I had formerly 2 crowns (non-porcelain) that were done 15 years ago and had yellowed throughout the years. The 2 crowns were darker than the rest of my teeth and my smile looked awful in person and in photographs. I decided to do something about my smile and looked around at dentists who had cosmetic accreditations like the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). Plus, I had an evaluation done to see what the dentist would do for my smile. The components I took in consideration: -costs that were within my budget, would the dentist also consider that I am on a budget and do the best that they can and work with me -what did each dentist suggest (most dentists suggested putting 4-6 crowns on my teeth with the cost of an outrageous amount $900+ for one crown) -would they work with me to figure out plans and options I went to a total of 5 dentists, including the famed Dr. Lawrence Addleson from the Art of Dentistry. Dr. Addleson has worked with present and future pageant girls (that's why they all have nice teeth: cosmetic dentistry). These girls usually opt to do crowns or veneers on many or most of their teeth. His work is top of the line, but that also meant that I would have to pay top of the line prices! I couldn't afford to do this. When I went into Dr. Santone's office, she made me feel very comfortable and I would have to say she is one of the nicest and sweetest person I have ever met. She went through many options with me compared to other dentists who said I should do all crowns on 4 or more of my teeth to fill in the gaps and replacing the old crown. I finally chose a combination of: -teeth whitening so that my teeth would be the whitest possible before getting cosmetic dental work done -2 crowns color matched to my now whitened teeth to replace the crowns that were stained over the past 15 years, these new crowns would never stain and will last a lifetime -bridges by using composite bonding with veneers to fill in my gaps and to make my smaller teeth look more proportional, balance, and pronounced And the total cost of this was so much lower than all of those other places. She is a giving and understanding person who filled what I wanted and made suggestions to really make my mouth the best it could be. The results were that everywhere I went, people commented on how white and how perfect my teeth looked. A great set of teeth is so important when you're smiling. I used to not show my teeth when I smiled, but now when friends photograph me I show off my teeth and smile. In fact, my fiance has told me that I shouldn't smile widely showing my teeth all the time. It's funny! Her commitment to doing the best dental work in cosmetic dentistry is unparalleled. She is obviously involved in using state of the art materials and continuing to learn about even better techniques. She is an Accredited Member (second highest level) at the AACD. She is even the President of Southwest Affiliate of the AACD and is involved with other AACD dentists that share the best technique and technology possible. If you do decide to seek a cosmetic dentist who has the best qualifications, I would go to AACD's website: http://www.aacd.com/ and choose an Accredited Member or Accredited Fellow. Accredited Fellows may charge quite a bit though because they are at the highest level within the AACD. Bottom line, once you step foot in her office, you never end up going back to those sub-par dentists anymore. Her website: http://www.encinitascosmeticdentistry.com/cosmetic/about.html read more

Dr. Catherine Santone is not only a highly-skilled cosmetic dentist, but one to whom I would entrust my regular dental care. She's a very gentle practitioner with great artistic sense. Jodi is also an excellent dental hygienist. Would highly recommend! read more

Dr. Cathy Santone is an exceptional cosmetic dentist who treats all her patients with the utmost care and respect. She is an artist in her own right. I just finished treatment which included the Clear Correct invisible braces and some cosmetic bonding. I have a whole new smile which has boosted my confidence tremendously. I cannot say enough good things about her and her staff. One thing I have to add is that every time I went in to the office Dr. Cathy always asked about my children and what was new in my life. Not only is she the best dentist I have ever had, she is a genuine, caring person. read more

Ok, going to the dentist isn't a fun activity, but my dentist and her staff are awesome. She has been our family dentist for years. Cathy invests in her business by purchasing the most modern equipment and technology. I haven't used her for any cosmetic dentistry but I have looked at all the amazing pictures she has in her office. Her work is outstanding and she has a natural talent. Dr. Megan is on staff and I would also highly recommend her. All the hygienist take great care and time to do an outstanding job. You will always feel welcomed and treated with gentle care. If you are thinking about making a change or in need of a dentist this office would make an excellent choice. read more

I went to this establishment to get my cold sore lasered last year. It was an emergency and upon looking for alternative healing methods for this issue , I happened upon Cathy. Since it is such a quick treatment and time sensitive they squeezed me in immediately. I went in for three consecutive days and by the third the monster on my face was miraculously almost completely healed. I did not get another breakout for a whole year I suspect due to the treatment but when it did happen again I called the office as son as they opened. Again, I was fit in the schedule in a few short hours. Everyone was so kind and witching three days I didn't have to hide from the world. I am sooo grateful I found them and this laser!!! read more