Dr. Bhatt is a perfect dentist; she's personable, kind, & funny as well as knowledgeable,…read moreprofessional, & thorough and tedious in her work. She truly cares for her patients and takes pride in the procedures she does on them. And I don't even like dentists, I'm scared to death of them! I've had to go to her office about 4 times in the last month. On my 1st visit, I was surprised that it was Dr. Bhatt who called me from waiting to walk me back to exam room, where she asked what I needed and explained to me how it would proceed that day. What dentist does that first? Then, we went for X-rays, etc. Afterward, Dr. Bhatt told me she's most concerned about a crown that's needed first. Dr. Bhatt and William stayed late that day to provide me a temporary crown. The whole staff is incredibly nice and friendly: Chloe & Elena at front desk, William, Abraham, & Erika who assist Dr. Bhatt, and then there's Anna, the Ukrainian Hygienist, who told funny stories while performing a deep-cleaning on my teeth in record time! One mishap: William, Abraham, & Erika were supposed to hide the drill from Dr. Bhatt, but she always found it!

I visited Dr. Kesar Bhatt June 8, 2026. This office is a joke! I went to her because they were my…read moredental provider on my dental insurance. I made an appointment for a general cleaning with X-rays. We I arrived I was taken back and many X-rays were taken. I then met with Dr. Bhatt who proceeded to tell me that she could not clean my teeth and "that I was a liability to her license ". She said I needed a deep cleaning and some sort of filling/coating - each service costing $700! I have never had a cavity in my life! My last cleaning was Oct. 2025. I have always had my teeth cleaned every 6 months. Deep cleanings are for someone with very bad dental hygiene. This was a totally switch and bait. She submitted a bill for $1,500 to my insurance- $500 which is my responsibility! I never got my teeth cleaned. I simply walked out- after waiting 30 min. To have someone explain the costs of procedures the dr. Wanted to do. The following week I went to my local dentist - who did not take my insurance and paid the normal $345 for X-rays, cleaning and meet with the dentist for consultation. Downtown SD Modern Dentistry simply wants to get you in their chair and charge more. Beware!!!

Well, it was a good run with you, fam. I don't recall exactly when our little existence began, but…read moreI believe it to have been around 2009 or 2010. *a single tear runs down my cheek* We can blame insurance for this breakup since my teeth cleaning that were once free (or close to free, I don't know) now rang in at over $200. A damn shame if you ask me. You see, they no longer take my dental insurance at Dr Bartsch's office but I can pay out of pocket to be reimbursed, and I'm totally fine with that. The catch is that when the bill comes it only covers a portion of what I paid out of pocket during my visit. So, while this is a sad goodbye, it's on great terms. This office has become somewhat of a family that I see twice a year that always decorates the office in theme for the closest holiday. I'm going to miss that, I'm going to miss you all.

Just returned from my semi-annual checkup and I realized it had been 10 yrs since I last reviewed…read moreDr Bartsch's office. It's likely been longer that I've been a patient of theirs, but I've taken it for granted how much I appreciate the team there. Always friendly and personable. Looking out for your best interest as a patient. Although the hygienists have rolled over slightly, the care the team puts into your overall well-being is outstanding, best of the best, top notch! It's rare to find a dentist that can't take new clients because their calendar is booked out 6 months in advance. They do take referrals tho.... Keep on Yelp'n!

I strongly advise against visiting this office or any other "Smile Generation" affiliate. My…read moreexperience felt entirely profit-driven rather than patient-focused. I came in for a routine new patient exam, and the entire process felt like a rushed sales pitch: The Exam: The dentist spent less than a minute reviewing my X-rays and less than a minute on the oral exam itself. Aggressive Tactics: During the periodontal probing (measuring gum pockets), the dentist scraped my back molars so aggressively that my gums bled--seemingly to justify their immediate claim that I needed an expensive "deep cleaning." Lack of Care: After making my mouth bleed, the dentist handed me off to an assistant after a mere 30 seconds of dialogue and abruptly left. I wasn't even offered water or mouthwash to rinse out the blood. The Cost: The assistant immediately pulled up a billing screen quoting me over $2,000 for the deep cleaning. The entire environment felt predatory, right down to the aggressive, propaganda-like informational posters and brochures plastered everywhere. Not an isolated incident: To make matters worse, a coworker of mine had an identical experience at their Mission Valley location. They were told they needed an emergency root canal despite never having a cavity in their life. They got a second opinion from an independent dentist, who confirmed their teeth were perfectly healthy--no cavity, and absolutely no root canal needed. Save your time, money, and oral health. Get a second opinion if you've already been to one of these offices, and avoid Smile Generation affiliates altogether.

Awful service i had scheduled an emergency appointment for a root canal I was told i needed during…read moremy exam there. They take the appointment book it and on the day of i get a voice mail that they would like to refer me elsewhere because they can't do it within my schedule. However if id like them to do a crown for me they'll take me in right away. Meaning the dental emergency means nothing to them they just want money for the crowns!! What a joke!!! I called my provider and switched right away. However i would like to say they have good hygienists working there i had a deep cleaning from Scalla and it was good and fast im just bummed they work in that office as i wont be going back.

Torrey Pines Dental Arts ("TPDA") is 10/10…read more Dr. Michael Saade and Dr. Kelly Terranova are two of the best in the business. They're honest, ethical and look out for your best interests. Their Hygienists and Staff are also top notch. Highly skilled, professional, personable and caring. Delilah was my Hygienist today -- really appreciated her skill, humor and recommendations along with Dr. Saade's. Kudos to TPDA. Not all heroes wear capes!

I am overcoming my fear of the dentist thanks to Torrey Pines Dental Arts!…read more My wife has been a patient here for years and she finally convinced me to come meet the staff and schedule my first appointment. She got great care from Dr. Saade and Ayah so I booked for the following week. The receptionists were kind and informative. They made me feel good about coming back too. Dr. Terranova and Patricia made my initial appointment welcoming and gentle. They were accommodating of me. This clinic creates a safety and calm that I had not experienced at previous dentists. I came back a week later for Dr. Terranova, Rich, and Delilah to take care of a bunch of work I needed done (fillings, crown replacement, deep cleaning). Then today, I got the other side of fillings done and also Max did my deep cleaning. Dr. Terranovaa is great at talking through everything calmly. She checks in throughout and remembers you're a person in the chair, not just teeth. I really appreciated being talked through parts that might pinch, vibrate, feel pressure, etc. They're clearly a busy clinic but I never felt she was rushing or annoyed. I really think this is a great place to go especially if you have fear or uncertainty about the dentist. I also would recommend Max if you're nervous about deep cleanings. I asked them to put him as my preferred hygienist, along with Ayah since she was great with my wife. Delilah did a fine job but everyone has different preferences and I just felt better with Max's approach. He explained everything, told me when I could close my mouth. provided a diagram marked with where I can't floss for 10 days due to antibiotics, provided verbal encouragement, and was also skillful at the injections needed to prep for my fillings after the cleaning). The dentist is not cheap but I felt I got my money's worth with all the attention and time taken. Parking is easy early in the morning, although it does cost money.

I can't thank Dr. Hage and Dr. Dina enough for my smile makeover …read more I was interested in having my teeth look whiter and more symmetrical. They started with Dr. Hage taking my wisdom teeth out , and then Dr. Dina did some quick composite (white colored) fillings to close some gaps for me. They had informed me about ortho being the best the long term plan but gave me alternatives since I needed something with faster results for my bests friends wedding . I would also like to add that their hygienists Mona and Hanza are the coolest, they do a great job and it's all pain free! Thank you for your care.

As someone who has dealt with significant dental issues over the past 10 years, I can confidently…read moresay this was the worst treatment I have ever received at a dental office. The only consistently kind, professional, and personable person I encountered at this office was Luis at the front desk. He was wonderful every time I came in. I visited Smile Designers three separate times: once for a cleaning and twice for extractions with bone grafts. I genuinely tried to give the doctor multiple chances because I understand that everyone can have an off day. Unfortunately, after three visits, the same pattern of dismissive, rushed, and unprofessional treatment continued. I initially chose this office because it was one of the only offices in my area that accepted my insurance. During my cleaning, the dental assistant/hygienist did not speak to me at all. She never explained what she was doing, checked on my comfort, or told me how to signal if I needed her to stop. The cleaning felt extremely aggressive and rushed, and her demeanor came across as irritated and demanding. My second visit was for an extraction and bone graft. The doctor had virtually no bedside manner and did not explain the procedure before beginning. What concerned me immediately was that he entered the room and asked me what he was doing that day. I would expect the dentist performing an extraction to have reviewed my X-rays and treatment plan beforehand. He then numbed me without explaining what he was doing or giving me any way to indicate that I needed him to pause. I have been numbed many times at dental offices, so I know the process, but this felt unusually rushed and heavy-handed. After numbing me, he promptly left the room. I was left sitting there while saliva accumulated in my mouth. After trying to get someone's attention without success, I actually ended up using the suction myself. When the doctor returned, he simply told me to open my mouth. He did not ask whether I was ready, explain what was about to happen, or establish any signal I could use if I needed him to stop. At one point, I heard him tell the assistant, "hold her tongue back," and he proceeded with the extraction. Once the tooth was removed and the bone graft completed, the doctor left the room without giving me any aftercare instructions whatsoever. I sat there confused until a staff member laughed and told me, "you can go." I went to the front desk crying because I had no idea what I was supposed to do after the procedure. I asked for aftercare instructions and whether I needed antibiotics. The doctor never came back out to speak with me, and I was simply told to take ibuprofen. About a month later, I returned because I needed another tooth removed. Unfortunately, the experience was very similar. This time, the male dental assistant working during my procedure was talking and joking with other staff while the extraction was taking place, to the point that the doctor had to remind him to stay focused. After the tooth was removed, the assistant began commenting that he believed part of my tooth had been left behind. The doctor corrected him and explained that what he was seeing was part of my jawbone. Having an assistant speculate like that while I was still in the chair was incredibly unsettling. Then, without saying anything or warning me, the assistant took a paper towel and aggressively wiped my face. Once again, after the extraction and bone graft, I was given essentially no aftercare instructions. About a week later, I developed severe pain and sought a second opinion from another dental provider. That provider recommended antibiotics and expressed surprise that I had not been prescribed them following my procedure. I am leaving this review because I would want someone else to know what they may be walking into. If your insurance assigns this office as your primary dental location, I strongly recommend asking whether you can change providers. My biggest issue was not simply that the appointments were unpleasant. It was the complete lack of communication, patient reassurance, explanation, and basic bedside manner during invasive dental procedures. I repeatedly felt as though procedures were simply being performed on me rather than anyone actually caring for me as a patient. The best way I can describe the experience is that it felt like being at a mechanic shop, except you are the car. I am genuinely appalled by the way Dr. Hage communicated with and treated me throughout these visits, and I would never return to this practice. Luis, however, deserves recognition for being the one consistently positive part of my experience at Smile Designers. Thank you for always being kind, helpful, and professional. You're the best.

I always receive excellent care from the professionals staff. They are attentive, listen to your…read moreconcerns, and are very informative

Please steer away from North Park Modern Dentistry. After coming in for a routine cleaning in which…read moreI've never had any previous issues or indications that they were monitoring any potential areas of concern, they sprung on me while I was sitting in the chair that I required a "deep cleaning" service because my gums were inflamed (I got a second opinion later and the other dentist confirmed that they were not) and then another employee came in to immediately talk billing and said it would cost $600-$700. They prey on people in a stressful / anxious situation in hopes that they just say yes so they can collect additional money (both from insurance and out-of-pocket) for unnecessary services.

I wanna scream. Im in the chair already numb and they tell me that my insurance denied a crown I…read moreneeded (because the filling would be too big and leave too little tooth behind to just do a standard drilling for the cavity. But NOW because insurance won't cover it, the dentist is NOW saying, oh on 2nd thought that tooth is fine, it doesn't need any work!!?!!?

I was surprised that the Dentists do the teeth cleanings. They are always in a rush and they are…read morebrutal.

Dr. Bailey and her crew are simply world class. I had a root canal and a cavity repair, requiring…read moretwo crowns. They saw me quickly and got the remediation plan in place, and the whole thing was just an amazing experience. They handled all the insurance stuff and made the entire thing seamless and painless. My crowns fit awesome and are very smooth. They check up on me often to make sure everything is ok. They truly care and are just good people. Quite simply amazing. Highly recommended on all levels! Crowned But Not A King #onewheel https://youtube.com/shorts/TnwqVlDH6kI?feature=share

Dr. Popp is just amazing! The most pleasant dental experience I have ever had! Thank you to her…read moreentire team.