Been coming here since moving to San Diego in 2023. The staff is friendly and personable, and the…read moreequipment is always up-to-date and state of the art. I received nothing but excellent care from them and actually look forward to my visits twice a year. Has to be one of the best dentists in the greater San Diego area.

I had some cavities taken care of by Dr. Cohen yesterday and was very happy with my experience. The…read moreconsultation was very thorough and informative which made me confident to book an appointment right away. Erica did her best to fit my schedule and was so nice and helpful all the way. The treatment only took an hour and was pain free, Dr. Cohen and his assistant made sure I was comfortable every minute of it and done an amazing job! Thank you Smiles by Design

From start to finish, the service at Dr. Joe Nguyen in Poway is exceptional. The front desk is…read moreincredibly friendly and makes the scheduling and billing process seamless and easy. Kerry always provides the best dental care. She is very meticulous and detailed with her cleaning, but also incredibly gentle. Her wonderful personality puts you right at ease. Truly a great team! I highly recommend Dr. Joe Nguyen's office in Poway! You will not go anywhere else after experiencing the care here.

I highly recommend Dr. Joe N.T. Nguyen. I've been coming here for my annual cleanings for the past…read morecouple of years, and I've always had a great experience. What I appreciate most is that not only do they provide excellent care, but they never try to sell me anything unnecessary. People at this dental office feel honest and trustworthy, and I really value that.

I have been coming to Mint Tans consistently for the past 5-6 months now and I love it so much! I…read morehave one of the VersaSpa tan memberships and go a minimum of 2x a week, I get my moneys worth. One of the best parts is the Owner, Cherie. She is so kind and fun, very flexible and I love that the sticky feet are included. Vibes are super good, the store is well manicured and has a calming vibe. It's super easy to scheduled apts and stuff online which I love haha. I also recently updated to include Red Light Therapy with my subscription which I am really loving as well. Will determine soon if I keep the dual subscription or switch back to just the tanning but either way, best place to get a nice and natural looking spray (or airbrush) tan in San Diego :)

There is no place better than Mint Bronze & Beauty in our experience! - My daughter is a…read morecompetitive dancer and we have gone to a lot of different tanning places through the years. This has been, BY FAR, the best place that we've ever experienced! - The product is amazing, healthier, lasts really well and smells so good!.... Their super flexible hours make it so easy to find times within our really packed schedule!.... Cherie is so sweet, professional & goes above and beyond with her customer service! - I don't do reviews very often, but this one is definitely worth doing!! I highly recommend trying them!

Fabulous work done here! The spa-like atmosphere is relaxing, the personnel friendly, professional…read moreand knowledgeable. My series of treatments brightened my teeth by 27 shades! I am extremely saddened to learn that Smile Spa is moving; I would have made it my permanent whitening service. I wish Spa Smile the best of luck in their new location!

From the owner: We are a personalized teeth whitening service using blue Light Technology & High End Products by…read morenationally recognized, SmileLABS, Inc. It is a pain-free, affordable & enamel safe service, that gets results in your first visit. We use the same high end whitening gel pens and technology used in many dental offices, however our cost is less than half the price! Our home spa office environment is friendly, convenient, safe and personable. We are an appointment only service, so please contact us directly or visit and book online.

My family and I have been long-time patients of Dr. Freedman at Mod Squad Dental. I was recently…read moretreated for the first time by Dr. Bayalan for what I considered a very complicated implant/plating issue. I was not disappointed. Dr. Bayalan is not only personable, but in my case, blended artistry and science into a highly satisfying result :-)))

I had a very disappointing experience with Mod Squad Dental regarding charges that were never…read moredisclosed in advance. As a new patient, I relied on the office to verify my insurance benefits and provide an estimate of my financial responsibility before treatment. I went for a routine regular teeth cleaning, which is 100% covered under preventive care (in and out of network). Afterward, I received an unexpected bill for a service I did not request or approve. The office manager, Beth, repeatedly insisted that the charge was a "copay." Preventive care has no copay, and even if it did, it would be a clearly defined amount like $50 or $100 --not a made-up charge or random dollar figure. When I asked for documentation that they had confirmed coverage with my insurance PRIOR to my visit, Beth said they were too busy and cited HIPAA as the reason they could not provide a recording. I did not request a recording; I simply asked for proof that the call had been made in advance, which they were unable to provide. All I received was a screenshot of call that was made to my insurance company on Feb 17, 2026, which is 3 months AFTER my visit and it was their attempt to get my insurance cover the unapproved charge that's not related to my regular cleaning. My insurance also confirmed they had no record of any call from the office prior to my visit. The office's explanations were inconsistent, initially claiming they had contacted my insurance, then later stating they don't have time to call every patient's insurance to confirm coverage. They also claimed they don't have access to the fee schedule because they are out of network, but my insurance confirmed that this information is available on their website and would have been provided if the office had actually called. The conversation grew increasingly agitated, with Beth repeatedly insisting she was too busy, and ultimately ended with her hanging up on me without any effort to find a constructive solution. I'm not sure why I should be penalized for their staffing or time constraints. As a patient, I have no way of knowing procedure codes or coverage details. That's the dentist office's responsibility to avoid issues like this one. In my 20+ years of seeing dentists or doctors across the U.S., I have never received an unauthorized or undisclosed healthcare bill. Transparency and informed consent are basic expectations in any business, and unfortunately, Mod Squad Dental failed to meet that simple standard. Based on this experience, I cannot trust this office and would not recommend them. It's clear from prior reviews that I am not the only patient facing this issue.

1/9/2026 visit:…read more Bliss Dental Arts is the cleanest and most advanced dental office I have ever been to. From the moment you walk in, it feels like a spa. Jaime, the dental assistant, is super nice and very responsive. Joanna is the best hygienist I've ever had--gentle, detailed, and thorough. Dr. Shervin is kind, gentle, and takes the time to answer all questions. I'm usually scared of going to the dentist, but this place makes me feel very comfortable. 5/7/2026 visit: Another great visit at Bliss Dental Arts today! My cleaning with Priscilla, their new hygienist, was awesome! She was super thorough, gentle, and even took extra care with my coffee and tea stains. Dr. Shervin and Jaime were so kind and welcoming, like always. I also love that they use a handheld X-ray--way more comfortable than the traditional kind, and a lot less radiation. This office is clean, advanced, and you can tell they really care about their patients. Highly recommend!

I had an excellent experience at this dental clinic. The clinic itself is pristine and spotless,…read moreand the entire staff is incredibly efficient, caring, and attentive. I've rarely encountered receptionists who are this responsive and efficient, and this place truly stands out. Throughout my procedure, the staff continued to check on me to make sure I was comfortable and warm. Dr. Shervin was gentle, patient, and explained everything very thoroughly. Even when I forgot something and asked the same questions again, he was always kind and willing to explain it again without making me feel rushed. I also really appreciated how thoughtful and detailed the post-op instructions were. It's clear that they genuinely care about their patients' experience and recovery. I would definitely recommend this clinic

Dr. David is a wonderful dentist. I mainly see my hygienist, Melissa Barnard when I visit the…read moreoffice. She is friendly, kind and extremely skilled at her job. She makes going to the dentist a very pleasant experience.

Today I got a second opinion on my teeth measurements because something hadn't been sitting right…read morewith me after visiting two offices in La Jolla over the past year. Over the phone, Jennifer was extremely kind, considerate, and knowledgeable. She took the time to address recommendations that felt counterintuitive to my oral care and happily educated me on my concerns. When I arrived, the receptionists immediately knew who I was and greeted me warmly--clear evidence of strong communication among the staff. Julie was quick and efficient with the X-rays, and Dr. Rauterkus was refreshingly honest and gave me so much clarity on the issues I've been facing. Overall, the office is extremely clean, the staff is wonderful, and the environment feels genuinely happy. I would definitely recommend this place.

First visit here today and I'm completely impressed! Extremely organized, professional and…read morefriendly. Every staff member is great. Clean environment. Dr. Patel is amazing. Hygienist Mary Ann is awesome! Great equipment and technology here. Highly recommend this office!

I had a pretty poor experience with this practice. It's a long story, but there was an issue with a…read morenumbing process for a filling in November that left me swollen for 3 weeks. Dr. Patel then prescribed me antibiotics for it over the phone (without being seen!) thinking it was an infected tooth, when it was actually a very poor numbing job...I even took them completely unnecessarily! She had also done fillings on several teeth that ended up falling out soon after and had to be refilled (see pic). I am in A lot of pain from the REDONE fillings by Dr. Lyles and went to look at my teeth and there is a bruised, swollen and bloody area along my gums... To sum my issues with this practice: -I had injury to my mouth from 5 failed numbing injections which was wrongly prescribed antibiotics for which I took unnecessarily! -I had a crown that was not done 100% properly and still have a lot of pain in, that they eventually ended up replacing with a lot of headache and fight - but not without a lot of poor attitude about it (even during the procedure) and a very stressful experience on me. -I have an injury to my gums (see pic) from a re-done filling - it is bruised, extremely painful and bloody. -I had a night guard that was wrongly sized and never fit me that they would not replace I do believe Dr. Lyles attempted to make it right, which I appreciate, but it was the really poor attitude, constant back and forth about getting things fixed, and then this painful filling that led me to write this review.

I've been going to Dr. Riad for the past five years, and I couldn't be happier with the care and…read moreservice that he and his entire team have provided to me and my family. Dr. Riad is an excellent dentist who is knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely cares about his patients. His entire staff is experienced, professional, friendly, and always makes us feel comfortable and well taken care of. It's not always easy to find a dentist you can truly trust, but we feel very fortunate to have found Dr. Riad. After five years, we continue to be extremely happy with the quality of care we receive. I highly recommend Dr. Riad and his wonderful team!

Despite positive online reviews, I was disappointed by the aggressive sales tactics and…read morehigh-pressure environment. Rather than focusing on practical tooth preservation, the recommendations immediately leaned toward costly, unnecessary extractions and implants. Furthermore, the financial staff was very pushy when asking me to sign off on so-called required work, and raising reasonable questions was met with a poor attitude. I strongly recommend getting a second opinion before committing to any treatment plans here. Find a dentist that does what is best to preserve your natural teeth vs pushing for super-expensive alternatives.

This place is absolutely amazing! From the front office personnel to the dental assistants,…read morehygienists, and dentists-all easily earn 5 stars! Professional, friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. Usually see Dr. Rygg-he's great. Today I saw Dr. Ortega-she was phenomenal! Ashley is up front and is always friendly and lets other members is the team know right away when I'm there. Merush (spelling) the hygienist is so kind, thorough, and gentle. The dental assistants have always been extremely kind and helpful. Today Monica helped me out-she was the bomb. She got my inlay designed really quickly and was patient and kind enough to let me watch the process when I asked. She kindly said, "it's your tooth-of course you can watch!" Seriously don't get how this place gets less than 5 stars. The dental team even stayed late today so I could get an inlay the same day as my exam so I didn't have to come back; top-notch and customer-oriented to say the least!!

I really wanted to love this place. I was excited to finally find a local dentist through my…read moreinsurance, but the experience left a bad taste in my mouth--literally and figuratively. From the moment I sat down, it felt like the goal wasn't to help me, it was to upsell me. A dental hygienist came in and strongly pushed an extremely expensive deep cleaning treatment, claiming I had gum disease and bone loss--despite no other dentist ever telling me this before. The plan involved lasers and multiple stages of treatment totaling around $2,200--and that was with my two insurance policies on file. I came in to address an painful bump on my palate and potentially a failing crown, but it seemed like unless I paid heavily out of pocket, they couldn't or wouldn't move forward. I only allowed them to do imaging and the exam. The rest felt like a sales pitch. And that's not why I go to a dentist. The doctor I saw (Dr. Ekta) told me that a root canal I had done at another office was "botched" and needed to be redone--which is fine, that's her professional opinion. But when I asked if she could write a brief statement or letter so I could appeal the insurance claim, she refused. To me, that's a red flag. If you're confident enough in your diagnosis to tell me I need to redo a major dental procedure, you should be confident enough to put that in writing to support your patient. I had to use her chart notes, which were vague at best. The only positive part of my visit was the x-ray technician--she had a great personality and made me feel comfortable during that part of the process. Props to her. But overall, the practice feels profit-driven, not patient-focused. Between the aggressive upselling, the lack of support with my insurance, and the general vibe of "pay big or get nothing," I won't be returning. And if you're thinking of coming here--read the reviews first.