I'm not just blowing smoke with this 5 star review. Without going into detail about my problems, I will just say that they were on top of it!! I had some special needs that they explained to me instead of vice versa!! I can't believe how calm & relaxed that made me feel. That, together with the gentle touch, I literally fell asleep in the chair!! They had to wake me up because I wasn't keeping my mouth open!! They have all of the latest fancy tools & equipment. Made visiting my old dentist seem like going to a dental museum!! I can't imagine going any where else! read more

I have had work done by Dr Lum and Dr Grillo. Quality of care is amazing and both are perfectionist. This is exactly what I want with my dental care. The new office is centrally located with plenty of parking read more

Beautiful Veneers, Natural Looking. Dr.Grillo goes the xtra million miles. Janice "The Bestest Assistant", my sounding board to give great input. Along with helpful "Bestest" Liz, the 3 a great team that all are superior. Love Them All. They Are Wonderful. Ask for Nioki lab. read more

Bottom line up front... Dr Grillo is worth it! A little over 5 years ago I started a journey that recently culminated in complete satisfaction. As a survivor of throat cancer, the after effects of chemotherapy and radiation caused multiple overlapping issues for my jaw, teeth, and ultimately my smile. When I was referred to Dr Grillo he took the time to evaluate my situation and offered me two paths, laying out the positives and negatives of each option. I eventually chose the more strategic and in-depth choice. That choice involved him coordinating a team of himself, an orthodontist, and a jaw surgeon. It eventually required time for the orthodontist to realign my teeth to prepare for the surgeon to do his magic, and eventually giving Dr Grillo the right platform to fix my teeth. His experience and expertise is deeply appreciated as he laid out a plan and executed it over the long haul. This was an investment for my health and well being that will benefit me for decades to come and I sincerely thank him for his accomplished efforts. Dr Grillo has an incredible team and I always felt like the #1 most important client each time I visited the office... and I'm especially grateful to Janice for her genuine care and authentic personality. Thank you Miguel, I can kiss my wife with pride again! read more

Dr Grillo is truly the BEST! He is a Artist, a Perfectionist and a very Compassionate doctor. His outcome reflects his commitment to being the best in his field. Dr Grillo and his staff are extremely kind and caring through out the whole treatment. I am very grateful to Dr Grillo, and highly recommend him. Nancy Miller read more

I just wanted to write this review to say thank you so much to Dr. Grillo and his team for all the help over the years. I had a very traumatic experience with a past dentist back in 2019 who really messed up a few of my teeth, which in turn affected my trigeminal nerve and caused me to develop an open bite as well as extremely bad and debilitating chronic pain. The whole ordeal de-railed my life completely because of the amount of pain I was in due to the trigeminal neuropathy, but I was determined to find a solution. I searched around for a new dentist/prosthodontist to help fix my teeth, and after seeing a lot of people, I ultimately decided to trust Dr. Grillo with the restorative work that I needed. Over the course of a few years, combined with orthodontic treatment, I was able to slowly get enough restorative procedures on my teeth to return them back to the way they were prior to the whole accident I went through. My teeth are now basically pain-free again. I seriously can't thank him and his team enough. I am so grateful to be out of chronic pain and have my life back. Thank you. read more

When my wife and I relocated to San Diego three years ago, our dentist in Orange County (Todd Snyder) recommended Dr. Grillo, and we are happy with his recommendation! Dr. Grillo is professional and amiable, and is confidence-inspiring. His office staff are first rate and dental hygienist Stephanie is friendly and conscientious. The office is modern and professional, indicative that serious dentistry is practiced there. read more

I have been a patient with Miguel Grillo for five years. A friend recommended Dr.Grillo's office, and I am grateful for that referral. Everyone in the office is kind, friendly, and always helpful. Just recently, I went through a very long procedure. Every step of the way, Dr. Grillo was professional, focused on making me feel comfortable, and ready to answer any question. Mr. Grillo's assistant, Janice, is wonderful, friendly, and always a step ahead of what a patient might need during procedure. You feel you are in good hands. The office staff and the dental hygienist are first-rate professionals. I can highly recommend Dr. Grillo and his team. read more

I am a 69 year old male and have had multiple facial surgeries and 90% of my teeth crowned. Dr. Grillo is an excellent dentist. His skill level and attention to detail is superior. He is also pleasant to work with. The staff is competent and pleasant. The best dentist I have ever dealt with. Six stars. read more

Excellent doctor, wants the best for the patient.... Staff is very professional and compassionate. read more

I typically do not write reviews, however, I wanted others to know the excellent quality of care I received from Dr. Grillo and his team on more than one occasion. He has tackled and successfully accomplished very difficult dental issues for me that other dental professionals were unable to complete. He is very pro-active in working with the patient and has always given me his honest opinion. He and his staff are genuine and nice to be around which makes it nice to be there. Recently Dr. Grillo and his team, including Able the lab technician, replaced an existing crown on my front tooth matching it perfectly in size, shape, and color to the adjacent existing older crown. This was next to impossible due to the age and make-up of the older crown. The extreme effort Dr. Grillo, Able, and staff made on my behalf is nothing short of unbelievable, impressive, and so very greatly appreciated. They are truly a "one-of-a-kind" office. read more

Dr. Grillo and his staff are unparalleled in San Diego County. I have been going to Prosthodontic Specialists for well over a decade now and will continue as long as I live in San Diego County. read more

Dr. Grillo & his amazing staff take care of my 89 year old mother. They are so kind. I highly recommend Dr. Grillo. Cat, Emily & all the staff are so responsive & sweet. Dr. Grillo's work is impeccable & everyone is very understanding with my mother. I am so grateful for Dr.Grillo and all his staff. read more

Dr Grillo was recommended by a coworker so I went to them for a cleaning and consultation for large amount of restorative work I know I need. I've been dealing with teeth problems my whole life which come from my mom's genes and an accident I had when I was young. Anyway, the staff here is very friendly and I got a great cleaning. Then we did a comprehensive work up of what I need to have done and the cost. I knew I was going to a specialist for prosthodontics so it wouldn't be cheap, but the cost was extremely high comparative to other estimates I have. The work he recommended was the same as what I had been consulted on by a prior specialist I was working with at one of the nation's best practices located in Boston. But just before we were going to begin, I moved to San Diego for a new job. I trusted what Dr Grillo wanted to do was right and he was very detailed, but my previous dental practice worked with their patients much better financially. And so does the practice I'm at now. This practice requires you to front 100% of the cost at each visit, instead of you paying your portion and then they get the balance from your insurance carrier, like most others places. Their idea of working with you in terms of payment is to recommend CareCredit which carries interest rates higher than my credit cards. Dr Grillo probably delivers amazing results but he is not for the budget conscious. read more

Arrived at Dr Grillo's office 2 minutes past my appointment time due to traffic when I walked in all the assistants were sitting around talking to each other I proceeded to fill out the paperwork wait 10 to 15 minutes before the same receptionist walked out and told me that I would not be able to be seen today because I arrive 2 minutes late all five of my family members will no longer be going to doctor Grillo there are other options in the Clear Lake area read more

I actually did fall asleep during a crown! That's because all my work has been painless. Dr. G and his staff are meticulous, everything fits well and looks great, and it's a very comfortable environment. read more

I cannot say enough great things about everyone at this practice. Everyone I spoke to was friendly, charming, and smiley. I was referred to Dr. Grillo by a friend after undergoing an awful experience at another dentist. Dr. Grillo paid meticulous attention to repairing the previous dentists mistakes. I have been pain and sensitivity free ever since the repairs, before I was in pain on every tooth the previous dentist worked on. I am so grateful to him and his staff for all their hard work. read more

Here's the thing about dentists: all the immediate, in-office experiences are very important; but far more important is how the work "holds" over time. You won't know if a dentist is any good until 5-10 years later when the work either endures or fails. I've had tens of thousands of dollars of restoration work done throughout my life (I'm 65). My mouth is a minefield; a result of genetics, past negligence, and poor dentistry when I was younger and didn't know any better. I have one implant, several root canals and multiple crowns, fillings, etc. I've seen dozens of dentists over time and I can say without hesitation that Dr. Grillo is the most thorough, skilled, exacting dentist I've ever known and I trust him implicitly. And, his work has held up extremely well in the near 14 years I've been his patient. He has all the personal qualities that make up a good dentist: he's caring, affable, level-headed, meticulous, and calm under pressure. His staff is excellent--supportive and efficient. His office is technically state-of-the-art and I believe his lab of choice is one of the best on the west coast. I know this because I consulted a very good prosthodontist in Seattle who used the same lab (which is in SoCal) and wouldn't work with anyone else. I'd like to comment on Chris M.'s review. I've had insurance claims with Dr. Grillo's office (before August 2012) and paid nothing until the claim was approved by the insurance company (Delta Dental), at which time I paid the deductible. I will say, I wish the office had better financial options for patients who have no insurance (I have no dental insurance at the moment). Regardless, two stars is pretty harsh simply because a dental office wouldn't work with you financially. read more

I am so, so relieved to have found Dr. Grillo and his team. I've had crowns on my front teeth since breaking them as a young teen. I went through 4 different, good dentists in the next twenty-ish years who did their best to keep my smile looking good, but I had a chronic problem with crowns coming loose and (ick) leaking. Finally I found Dr. Grillo. He explained that my crowns were just a very tricky fit, but was confident that he could fix the problem. From the very first exam, I noticed just how incredibly thorough and detail oriented Dr. Grillo is. He definitely takes his time and makes sure everything is exactly right--aesthetically as well as functionally. My crowns look amazing and the fit is PERFECT. I have had zero problems, and they look natural and beautiful. I now visit his office for regular cleanings, and his hygienist is the best I've ever had visits with. Everyone in the office is friendly and caring. You do pay more for world-class care, but it's absolutely worth it to have it done right the first time. Thank you, Dr. Grillo! read more

Dr. Grillo has saved my husbands smile. After a botched job by a horrible dentist, my husband found Dr. Grillo and Thank God he did. He's patient, he knows my husbands fear of the dentist due to his horrible experience and the staff knows how to deal with my husband. They are patient, yet stern when they need to be as my husband likes to cancel his appointments due to his fear of the dentist. They've transformed and continue to transform his smile. My husband highly recommends! read more

Incomparable. Dr. Grillo is an amazing perfectionist. He is smart and patient and very intuitive. The office is beautiful and the staff is professional and very compassionate. I was referred by a friend a few years ago. Dr. G replaced old caps and my teeth are now stronger than ever. If you want a good experience and great results, he's the guy. read more

Very impressed with Dr. Grillo, his team and office staff! My first visit of unfortunately many to come. Dr. Grillo made me feel very at ease (since I have a hard time going to dentist in general) to discuss a problem stemming from an accident at an early age. Long story but wanted to say that Dr. Grillo did an extensive exam, came up with an initial plan to fix my problem and discussed a positive, expected long term result. The best I have ever seen and yes, I have been to many dentists and specialists in this area over the years. I feel very confident that Dr. Grillo and his team will help me through the process. read more

Dr. Grillo was recommended by a friend. I was perfectly satisfied with my dentist, who I thought was "the best dentist in town." I agreed to visit Dr. Grillo, once and to only receive a cleaning. By the time I left his office, I knew my previous dentist was history. The office is professional and extremely personal. I appreciate being able to get in and out on time, the complex provides plenty of parking. Dr. Grillo explains what and why he doing each procedure. He is meticulous, yet practical and innovative. His techniques are cutting edge and his equipment, state of the art. What I most enjoy is how he explains all the pros and cons so I can make an informed decision. Did I mention each exam room has cable TV, with your own remote? Initially, I thought the television was there to distract me from any procedures to be performed. His injections are painless. My visits are so relaxing, I fall asleep. Therefore, cable access is purely for my entertainment. I've been going to him for 2 years now. Dr. Miguel Grillo is my new "best dentist in town." You won't be disappointed. Tell him I sent you. read more

Dr. Grillo and his staff are the friendliest, best serving staff I have ever been to as a customer. I had a severe implant injury and both my front teeth #8 and #9 needed replacement. I have a long history with procedures to these teeth and I have been to military dentists and dozens of civilian dentists for opinions. The receptionist at this office is amazing and as friendly as they get, and Dr. Grillo is highly professional, a perfectionist and a skilled prosthodontist. I was uninsured and the office went above and beyond their responsibilities by arguing and explaining my situation with a victims insurance fun to cut the cost of my 16,000 procedure down to about 7,500. My teeth look better than they ever have and after spending about 30 hours in the chair there I can honestly say this is your best option in San Diego County. If you want your work done right the first time, and a good experience in the office you should come here. If you like rework, mistakes and bad referrals, there are plenty of other offices you could try out. read more

Dr.Grillo's staff are warm, friendly and engaging. Appointment reminders via phone text or emails are great. His office is immaculate, modern and located on the top floor of the building with windows in every room. The creation of the natural light makes the "dentist" office a bit more soothing. TV available for overhead viewing or head sets for your listening comfort. I have never had to wait more than 5 minutes for any of my appointments. The office hygienist is thorough and gentle. Dr.Grillo has hands of a master. He is gentle and detailed. He explains everything and does was is needed. Try's his best to do the minimum work when saving your teeth Dr. G is dedicated and meticulous. We have always had follow up phone calls to check on how we were feeling when extensive work had been done. Our family has found the perfect dentist. His prices are on par with other fine dentist in the area. The quality of Dr. Grillo's work is exemplary. read more

Miguel is an awesome dentist! He's extremely professional and takes all the precautions for a safe and painless visit. Thanks Miguel!

What can I say about Dr. Grillo and his hand picked staff. They are the best you will ever try, feel completely at ease with, meticulous, from the first visit. You can visit lots of others, but if you want the dental work done one time, you will go to the phone and call only him. Every superlative that is positive belongs to this man and his staff. read more

Dr Grillo and his staff provided the best care I have ever received! Dr. Grillo explains every step before hand on the procedure that is required. He explains other options that you may have. He takes his time and is meticulous, explains what he's doing from beginning to end. The equipment is high tech advancement that gives him the ability to see beyond the surface. He leaves nothing to chance as to cause problems at a later date.The staff is warm and friendly and sets you at ease. Going to the dentist, for some is not easy. I'm no exception. No laughing gas needed...Dr. Grillo and his staff have a sense of humor, helping to reduce the anxiety some of us have sitting in the dentist chair... by the way which is quite comfortable, while you watch T.V. I was referred to Dr. Grillo due to some bridge work I had done by another dentist, twice because it kept cracking. The other dentist wanted to try it a 3rd time, saying it was my bite.. by this time I was stressed and frustrated and needed a specialist to complete the work. Dr. Grillo did it once. I actually drive from Mission Beach to see Dr. Grillo. WHY? Because there are some people that are craftsmen/women... artist in their profession, paying attention to detail and precision, Dr. Grillo is that rare breed. Plus the beautiful, serene decor makes me believe I just left the spa. I highly recommend Dr. Grillo. Easy to get too, plenty of parking. Plus Dr. Grillo does look a bit like Adam Levine from the Voice. read more