After years of taking my kids to The Super Dentists and struggling through stressful visits, I…read morehonestly wish we had found Dr. Im and her team sooner. The difference is night and day. My kids used to scream, cry, and be absolutely terrified at the dentist. From the moment we walked into Dr. Im's office, the entire team was warm, patient, and incredibly kind. They truly understand children and know how to make them feel safe. Dr. Im is exceptional. She talks to the kids while she's working, calmly explaining what she's doing and what to expect next, which makes such a huge difference in easing their anxiety. There's no rushing, no fear-based approach--just reassurance, compassion, and skill. And somehow, on top of being gentle, they are also FAST (which parents know is a miracle). The appointments are efficient without ever feeling rushed, and my kids actually left feeling proud instead of traumatized. I am beyond grateful we found this office. If you're a parent whose kids are anxious about dental visits, this is the place. I truly can't say enough positive things about Dr. Im and her amazing team. They've completely changed the dental experience for our family. Highly, highly recommend.

Could not be happier about coming here! Truly the BEST care we've ever had at a dentist. Dr. Ellen…read moreis incredible--so kind, gentle, and actually listens to parents' concerns. You can tell she really cares about the kids and makes them feel so comfortable. The office staff was just as amazing--so welcoming, patient, and kind from start to finish. I drove an hour to get here and it was completely worth it. This will be our new dental home for all three of my kids. 20/10 recommend to any mama looking for a dentist who truly cares!

This was my 1.5 yr olds second visit to a dentist, but first here. We came in because he chipped a…read moretooth and we wanted to get it looked at. The front area has toys to distract young kids. We got called to the back and I appreciate them allowing both parents to go. The room was quite large. Had books and TVs(on ceiling too) to distract. They put on bluey which was very nice . My son does not like people touching him so I knew there would be screaming but the team did a great job of moving fast. My husband held him and they cleaned and flossed his teeth and did an x ray. Then the dentist came in and checked his mouth too. When we left he got a toy, sticker and balloon(which really helped him calm down)

This was our first time going to Sprouting Smiles and it was so great! The staff was all so warm…read moreand welcoming which is very important for a children's office. I loved how modern all the technology was! They even provide headphones and television while my child got his teeth cleaned, I'm also very thankful my son was able to get his cavities fixed without any discomfort! If you are looking for a pediatric dentist I highly recommend Dr Wendy and her amazing staff.

The staff was very kind, helpful Dr Riad was patient and…read moreexplained everything that needed to be done and spent the time to get to know me as well as help me free safe. Thank you After many years of high anxiety and stress with dentists from the past it was a much better experience.

Means a lot to me that Oak Tree Dental came out of the woodwork to not only work with my insurance,…read morewhich has been switching a lot recently, but to go out of their way to recommend and get me pre-approval for a much needed deep clean. Very helpful and I am thankful for the efficient service and follow through. It can be difficult to find a good practice, especially combing through Yelp and reading dentists ridicule some patients in the comments (You know we read those, right? It's not a personal attack). This place doesn't even smell like a dentistry practice when you first walk in, which is a big surprise. Probably because the individual rooms are closed off. Good for privacy. Definitely a calmer and much more professional atmosphere when talking to staff (with my experience, you would assume human decency was a rarity in all dentistry practices). Big thanks to Pavlina (I hope I'm not butchering her name) for cleaning my teeth and suggesting the electric toothbrush/waterpick.

The visit was absolutely wonderful! We've had a couple of not-so-great experiences with other…read moredental offices in the past, so my son was very hesitant about trying a new dentist--he was worried another bad experience might happen. I told him that Dr. Sam came highly recommended by our moms' group and had all five-star reviews on Yelp, and he finally agreed to give it a try. "Why did the air suddenly get so thin?" he said on the way to the new office--he was that nervous because of the past experiences! But the moment he stepped into Dr. Sam's office, he immediately felt welcomed and more at ease. The soothing environment and the movie on the screen helped him relax right away. After a quick check-in, a very gentle hygienist (I'm so sorry I forgot her name!) greeted us with such warmth, gave us a little tour (first time I ever knew where the pediatric dental restroom is--no joke!), and chatted with my son to help him settle in. During the X-ray, she was incredibly patient and comforting--reassuring him that it would be quick and keeping him calm throughout. During the exam, Dr. Sam was thorough, attentive, and genuinely caring. She carefully checked all his teeth and gums, asked thoughtful questions about his dental history, and even noticed that his lips were very dry and swollen. She kindly reminded him not to lick them--a habit I've been trying to break for so long! I really appreciated her gentle guidance and the practical tips she shared to help his lips heal faster. Dr. Sam and the hygienist truly care about kids. As fellow moms, they treat their young patients with the same kindness and patience they'd give their own children. I couldn't help but call my friend right after the appointment to tell her that we finally found a dental office we want to stay with for the long run. Highly, highly recommended!

I love the setup and the professional kid-friendly approach that the office and dentist use…read more Literally every single thing in the office and also the process is designed for the little child. I walked in, and there were developmentally appropriate toys for my two toddlers. The assistant cleaned the teeth of the little dinosaur before cleaning my two daughters. They let my daughters choose the color and the flavor of the toothpaste and the tools. They even have those little kids patterns on their tools. And they actually deep clean the children's teeth, and my daughters actually enjoyed the whole process, unlike the other pediatric dentist we went.

I had a toothache on Sunday. on Monday I couldn't stand the pain anymore. This doctor is the only…read moreone who said "come in 15 minutes." I am really grateful to these people, they helped me. Everyone else said they couldn't help me.

This place sucks! Don't go there parents. We scheduled an appointment for may 3rd, but they forgot…read moreto put my son's appointment on the system. They won't have appointment for a month later. Why as customer has take someone's false or mistake? We will never return to this business.

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

Just had my first visit. Everyone was very friendly. Office clean and equipment is new(er)…read more Cleaning, X-rays/check-up went very well. No complaints! Definitely found my new place. I'm extremely happy!!

My kids have been patients of Dr. Ambrosio's for a decade. Hygienists, front office staff, and…read moredoctor have all been phenomenal. Every staff member is great with sensory-sensitive kids. They are communicative and thoughtful in how they approach dental treatment. Sometimes my kids have had a harder time with traditional x-rays because of their sensory sensitivities and if needed, they will use a dental cone beam computed tomography machine which they have in their office as well. They also have something called a Solea laser which is leading-edge equipment that makes things like cavity repair faster and more comfortable. I appreciate dental offices that keep up with technology to improve the patient experience, especially for kids. (Yes, I used to work in the dental industry too!) The office is clean, modern, bright, and the whole team is extraordinarily friendly! Highly recommended!

Dr. Ambrosio is amazing! My son has been seeing her since he was a toddler and now my 11 month old…read moredaughter. Great experiences every single time. The staff is also wonderful. Our insurance is out of network but we continue to Dr. Ambrosio because she's that great!

This place needs to be reviewed for insurance fraud…read more This review is long over due. Summary: - They made us pay the full quote in full upfront. Told us they'd refund whatever insurance didn't cover. - They billed our insurance more than the quote. - The offered refund was less than the difference. - When it was time for our check, they told us they'd contact us when our check would be ready. Said it would be within two weeks. - Contacted them four weeks later and they said our check has been waiting. They didn't contact us. Pick up check and it printed that same day. Liars and crooks.

I had a GREAT first dental appointment experience! I was pleasantly surprised by the initial…read morefriendly and social setting making it comfortable for my kid before doing his first ever dental exam ... and Dr. J met with us/the parents (while kids pretended to brush Dinos teeth, etc) personally and gave us an effective, informative educational session about the importance of dental hygiene for kids and busted some myths .... When it was time for my kiddo's exam and fluoride treatment, he got a bit nervous, but it was quick, which made it easy...plus, he also got to pick out a fun toy on our way out! They also have mini tv screens to help entertain kids on the exam chairs ... best part is that it's located right in between Chuck E. Cheese and Trader Joe's, right off the 15!

We had an amazing experience at Poway Pediatric Dentistry! From the moment we walked in, the staff…read moremade my child feel comfortable and welcome. The office is very clean, modern, and designed perfectly for kids, which really helps reduce any anxiety. The dentist and assistants were incredibly patient, kind, and professional. They explained everything clearly, took their time, and made sure my child felt safe throughout the entire visit. You can tell they truly care about kids and know how to work with them. What impressed me the most was how smoothly everything went -- no stress, no tears, just a positive experience from start to finish. My child actually left smiling and not afraid of the dentist anymore, which says a lot. Highly recommend Poway Pediatric Dentistry to any parents looking for a trustworthy and caring dental team for their kids!

they have the best service ever! after every appointment I…read morecatch myself staying a little extra just to converse with everyone. I love how flexible they are, attentive, and quick! they offer such great care. I can keep on going, but i'll just end it here! 10/10

Once again I had another fantastic Dentist appointment today with Dr. Joe. He is a very honest and…read morepassionate Dentist and does fantastic work. Today I went in for a broken crown that was covering an implant I had done 10 years ago. Unfortunately the crown broke and he was able to offer me a great consultation and referral to the best Implant Dentist in the county to have the post removed so he can make a new crown with his great in house technology. By doing this it saves extra cost and time having an outside service do the crown that can often take many weeks. I would recommend Dr Joe Nguyen to anyone looking for professional honest Dentist!! Oh and he is also a great musician!! : )

Based on all the other reviews, I found Dr. Joe. His office is clean, with ample parking in front…read moreand behind. Masha and Jennifer were both really friendly and patient. All the dental hygienists I've had were great. Dr. Joe is able to make many kinds of night guards through his office, and he was really excited to show me one that is so durable that a car can drive over it haha. Hoping he does not retire for awhile :D The only thing that is confusing is that there is another dentist with almost the exact same name in Poway. Make sure to read the address very carefully when plugging into GPS!