I saw Dr. Fred Harandi's commitment to professional excellence after recommended by a patient for…read moreover a decade.  Arriving with a tooth fractured while chewing, I feared Invisalign was needed again. Despite being an Invisalign provider, after assessing my bite digitally and manually Dr. Fred found my repeating that expense was unnecessary which showed integrity. Dr. Fred is reachable when necessary and communication with his team is simple, effective and responsive. Each member of Smile Dentistry's team is caring, friendly and supportive of your dental health. Both the hygienist and Dr. Fred recommended personalized dental care tips. Dr. Fred's exam techniques and technology choices attest to his advanced education at UCSD and USC. He explains your film findings and treatment options in simple terms for sound and lasting results.  Having TMJ, Dr. Fred examined my bite with articulating paper using the same methods as my Oral, Head and Neck Pathologist several counties away. I could not find a local practitioner skilled in these techniques. Dr. Fred took time fixing my bite to prevent further fractures without my feeling like a nuisance or rushed. Dr. Fred's digitizer results in crowns with a superior fit compared to standard impressions. When outside referral was necessary to other specialities, Dr. Fred personally ensured I received treatment soon and his entrusted network is equally advanced in training, technology and conscientiousness. All were in-network with my insurance which is uncommon. His welcoming other specialties' opinions further increased my trust. Each provider called me after major treatment checking on my recovery and answering questions.  Dr. Fred and his team are kind, patient and considerate and the office is inviting. Pricing is reasonable without pushing unnecessary aesthetic treatments. Thank you Dr. Fred and San Diego Smile Dentistry for patiently and gracefully returning my dental health.

Clarissa the front desk manager is so sweet! We came in and my fiancé was in excruciating pain, she…read morewas so understanding and helped us out quickly. She even went out of her way to call different offices to accommodate his dental needs. Dr. Fred was very understanding and personable. Would definitely recommend. It feels good to know that there are still health care workers who care.

Loved everything about this place. Very professional and educational dentist and assistants. They…read moreoffered me water and explained the procedure. Will tell my family and friends about this place.

The team at true design dentistry is amazing. Super smart, kind, and gifted. When I needed an…read moreemergency root canal and called a dozen offices around SD, True Design was the only one who was able to rapidly help me and booked me an appointment for 20 minutes from when I called. The Dr spent hours working on my tooth and it was a very positive and chill experience. I'm so grateful for his skill and talent. Thank you guys for helping me!!

Had my semi-annual cleaning yesterday and want to recognize how amazing Cynthia was. She took extra…read morecare with my sensitive teeth and helped me identify a new, inexpensive tool to help me make my flossing more effective. Thank you!

Let me start by saying this office is probably fine for routine cleanings and cavities. I don't…read morethink Dr. Qadeer overdiagnoses, and I genuinely wanted to like this place. About two months ago, I had a crown done that I definitely needed. Before the procedure, the only risk discussed was the possibility of needing a root canal because the decay was close to the nerve. I wish there had been a more thorough conversation about the crown process and potential complications beforehand. During the crown prep, I was surprised at how quickly Dr. Qadeer worked. I assumed maybe he was just very experienced, but in hindsight I think the procedure may have been rushed. Two weeks later, I still had pain and inflamed gums when I went in for the permanent crown. I was given a mouthwash that helped, the crown was placed, and I was told everything looked fine. About a month later, I returned for a cleaning and called ahead to say I was still having pain and wanted the tooth checked again. After another X-ray, Dr. Qadeer told me I needed surgery to lengthen the bone because the crown was not sealed correctly. I was shocked. He then claimed this had been discussed beforehand, which it had not, and said he hadn't mentioned it earlier because he wasn't sure until seeing the new X-ray. Quadeer blamed my anatomy not his work for the issue. He later offered to redo the crown at no cost. I reached out to two close friends from college who are dentists -- one an endodontist and one a general dentist who does crowns regularly. Both felt the tooth was likely a difficult case but that surgery sounded excessive. They also pointed out that the issue on the X-ray was already visible when the crown was originally cemented. We decided I should see an endodontist they recommended and trusted. He performed the root canal and prepared the tooth for a replacement crown, since doing additional work on the original crown would likely continue irritating the tooth. I then returned to Dr. Qadeer to redo the crown. During that visit, he still would not take accountability for what happened. He repeatedly said he didn't want to work on my tooth if I didn't trust him, which made the interaction uncomfortable. How could I fully trust him at this point? My permanent crown was delivered this week, and my dentist friends said it looks perfect. I do think Dr. Qadeer is capable of good work. My issue is more with how this situation was handled. If he had simply acknowledged it was a difficult case and said the crown needed to be redone, I would have understood. Instead, the responsibility was consistently shifted to my anatomy or to "not seeing it" earlier. Dentistry requires a great deal of trust, and once that trust is lost, it's hard to regain. I appreciate that he offered to redo the crown at no cost, but overall I left disappointed. My impression is that he prioritizes quantity over quality and that can become a problem when a case requires more time and attention.

This is the best dentist I've ever been to. I am so happy with my new veneers! It's the best…read moredecision I've ever made! It's definitely worth the investment! The entire staff is so professional, knowledgeable and friendly! I would recommend to anyone!

Love going here for my dental work, always met with friendly staff and excellent care. Everything…read moreis organized and the level of detail is great. Shout out to Selena for last working on me! She's very thorough and attentive yet gentle which I appreciate :) Dr. Lisa is amazing and definitely has a wonderful team with her!

Excellent care. I have old crowns and damaged teeth and i get the care and skills needed from my…read morehygienist, dental assistant to my dentist.

Dr. Miller is the kind of dentist you rarely find. Even though doing less treatment means less…read moreprofit for the office, she always prioritizes what is truly best for my dental health. She never pushes unnecessary procedures and instead focuses on preserving my teeth in the healthiest way possible. What really sets her apart is how proactive she is about prevention. She takes the time to lay out a clear, long term roadmap for cavity prevention and overall dental health, so issues are addressed before they ever become real problems. Every recommendation feels thoughtful, honest, and genuinely patient focused. I also want to mention that Bay Park Pediatric Dentistry, located right downstairs, has been absolutely amazing for our two very young children (2 years old and 1 year old). The pediatric team is incredibly gentle, patient, and thoughtful, and somehow our kids stay calm and surprisingly do not even cry during visits. As parents, that means everything. Our entire family feels incredibly well cared for here. We trust this practice completely and would recommend it without hesitation to anyone looking for exceptional dental care for both adults and young children. Simply the best dentist in San Diego!

Hope is an excellent hygienist. She is very gentle but thorough. I've been very pleased since…read moremoving to this practice.

From the greeting with a smile from the front office to a dentist that actually takes the time to…read moreaddress your concerns, great experience! Billing person was n't quite as friendly, but I guess that is the nature of people in that capacity.

Amazing service from Dr. Tan and her team. Always looking forward to my appointments because they…read moreare super helpful & explain things well. I'm always leaving super satisfied with my treatments. Had to recommend her to my roommate too! Thank you Friendly Family Dental! :)

I came to Friendly Family Dental last minute because my usual dentist is out of town and my crown…read morefell out. They accommodated my emergency and I felt very cared for even though I'm not a regular patient. Dr. Tan is SO kind and answered all my questions. Her assistant Ally was great too! Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a dentist in the area!!

This might be rare to hear, but I actually enjoy going to the dentist. It's always such a fun and…read morepleasant experience for me at Clairemont Smiles. The staff is nice and always great to chat with. I have gotten cleanings from Annie a few times and she is super gentle, thorough, and very sweet. Dr. Ho is amazing, too! Nothing but good vibes and great care from them :)

Used this office since 2016 .. was much impressed initially and through the COVID epidemic, but the…read morelast two years have been B-A-D .. Constant staffing change with no information given to loyal clients, constant up-selling of services without regard to patient need, wishes or financial resources _ PREDATORY practices!!

This place is a gem. I've had my teeth examined and cleaned for decades. So many newer dental…read moreoffices act like plastic surgeons, insisting on services my insurance will not cover but are somehow necessary. This is upselling and it's an incredible annoying cheap ploy for a dentist to compensate what insurance does not cover. The office of Dean Nguyen isn't like that - they're old school. They make sure my teeth are healthy, thoroughly examined, and properly cleaned. No added b.s. that I never asked for. All the staff here are great to work with. Diana was my hygienist recently, and she clearly enjoys her job and working with patients. As so many others here have stated, I highly recommend and endorse this dental office.

Recommended to me by an old coworker and I have been here a few times now and have loved it. This…read morehas easily been the best dentist office I've been to since moving to CA 6 years ago. They have been very helpful, informative, and efficient at each appt I've had with them. Every employee I honestly am planning on continuing to come back here for all my dental needs. I really appreciate that they provide me with referrals, but don't push their people if you like someone else. It's refreshing to not have to say "no" over and over again.

I want to recognize Desiree Sherman from Soft Touch Dental for the exceptional service she…read moreprovided. She called me personally to verify my appointment and took the time to clearly explain everything related to my upcoming consultation and procedure. She carefully went over the evaluation for the four molar implants that I need, making sure I understood the process and what to expect. She was extremely professional, very helpful, and absolutely on point with every detail. Even before visiting the office, the way she treated me over the phone gave me a great sense of confidence and trust in this dental practice. If they have an employee like Desiree representing their office, it speaks very highly of the quality and professionalism of the entire team. Desiree was extraordinary, and based on my experience speaking with her alone, I would highly recommend this office to anyone looking for excellent dental care. Humberto Iglesias

Nicest people to talk to, the office (inside) is very fancy, it will make sense when you get your…read morebill, the parking lot needs some help. The support staff is nice and seem to care. I had crowns done on the left side of my mouth (back 3 teeth) they took impressions and put them in my mouth without issue. The problem is that Dr. Fakhimi then removed all the anatomy from the newly delivered teeth leaving me with flat, horizontal pegs for teeth. Perhaps it's my fault for telling him my bite felt off, I don't know. It took forever to chew anything and I couldn't figure out why, I then noticed my teeth were flat. I called the office to see if they could use the impression to redo the teeth but they get rid of impressions once the teeth are delivered. I asked if they could use the teeth on the other side as a guide to give anatomy to the other side but apparently that is not a thing. In summary I paid about $5000 (thats with insurance coverage) to Dr. Fakhimi who permanently disfigured my teeth and bite. He does have a soft touch the anesthesia was painless, and grinding my teeth down didn't hurt. If you go to him just don't say your bite feels off because there is no way to fix teeth with no anatomy. Compare the back 3 teeth on the left to the ones on the right. It may not look like a big difference but it will determine if you eat steak again or not.