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    Derek M Lichter, DDS

    5.0 (120 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Services - Derek M Lichter, DDS

    Dental bridges

    Crown installation

    Crown cleaning

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    1 year ago

    Best dentist. His staff is so caring and friendly great dental care. Would highly recommend this office.

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    Thanks so much Irene. Always a pleasure seeing you both !

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    2 years ago

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    1 year ago

    Dentist is just a money grab. Every visit is an upsell. Do not recommend and will not be returning here.

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    2 years ago

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    1 year ago

    Always get good advice and service with caring attitude from all staff! Dr and staff do all they can to offer comfort during your visits!

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    1 year ago

    Always excellent. Have been going to Dr Lichter for many years. Superior dentistry for sure..

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    1 year ago

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    2 years ago

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    Thanks Jenifer. Always wonderful to see you !

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    1 year ago

    Great service!!! Friendly people and great customer service and care. I would recommend them to anyone.

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    3 years ago

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    3 years ago

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    2 years ago

    Friendly office staff, attentive and detailed on cleaning and very impressed with level of care for a new patient.

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    2 years ago

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    2 years ago

    They were able to get me in as an emergency visit. Everyone is so kind here. They are very attentive and really care for their patients.

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    2 years ago

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    4 years ago

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    2 years ago

    Every time I've been there, it has been such a nice, calm experience. I recommend it.

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    Thank you Donna. We appreciate your kind words

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    2 years ago

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    5 years ago

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    2 years ago

    Been going since 2014 Fabolous doctors and staff the best in the business that's 4 sure

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    Thank you so very much Christian for such kind words !

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    2 years ago

    Always high quality care there from the office staff, nurses and the doctor. Highly recommended.

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    Thank you so much Heather. Always a pleasure seeing you

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    2 years ago

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    Thank you Richard . We truly appreciate your comments.

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    3 years ago

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    3 years ago

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    Thank you so much Rebecca. We are so flattered by your kind comments

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    3 years ago

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    3 years ago

    been going to Dr. Lichter for years now and I adore him and his staff. They are always kind knowledgeable and patient.

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    4 years ago

    Dr. Lichter and his staff are always so friendly and accommodating. I put my complete trust in them. The professionalism is beyond compare.

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    4 years ago

    All staff are very professional, Hygienist Xochitl has many years of experience. She always makes me and my wife feel welcome.

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    Thank you so much Pedro. We always enjoy seeing you both

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    Ask the Community - Derek M Lichter, DDS

    We recently moved here from Bay Area. I am in the middle of the implant and looking for a dentist who is good at the procedure. My husband needs to extract his tooth because of the pain that bothered him for weeks. Are you able to help? Thanks.

    Good morning Julia, Welcome to San Diego. Our office will be open from 9-6 today.… 

    Do you do dentures?

    Hi Patricia Yes we do. Please call us after 9 on Monday at 619 422-5317 so we can answer any questions for you. Thank you. Looking forward to hearing from you.

    You guys do payment plans and how does it work because I been needing braces?

    Hello Stephanie, our office does not do orthodontics so we would advise reaching out to an orthodontist rather.

    Does Dr offer flexible partials?

    Yes they can be made in certain circumstances which can be discussed. We would welcome a consultation with you Lori

    Do you offer the all on 4 teeth in a day?

    Hi Robby. We do. Please call our office next week and we will happily schedule you a consultation to discuss what it involves .

    Hello, do you accept medicare?

    Medicare has several plans including Dental. We would need to know if it is a PPO or HMO plan We accept most PPO but not HMO insurance

    Hello, Do you accept medical?…

    Hi Ghada, No we are not providers for medi-cal patients. All the best

    Hi! Are you in network with Delta Dental PPO?

    Yes however in January we will not be PPO providers only Delta Premier. You can use your plan here regardless

    Hello, do you accept HMO plans?

    Thanks for contacting us. No we do not.

    Hello are you taking new patients? Do you take Anthem Blue Cross PPO?

    Good morning Bianca. We are taking new patients. You can generally go to a dentist of your choice on a PPO. We are not in network with your plan but happy to research the benefits for you… 

    Do you accept TriCare?

    Hello. We do accept it however there are restrictions so please call us to discuss. We are open tomorrow from 8-4. Thanks for reaching out to our office

    Does this office accept Medi-Cal? In need of bottom wisdom teeth extracted (both impacted)?

    Good morning Mary, Thanks for contacting us. We are not Providers on the Medi-Cal program. I would suggest trying the Medical number at 800 322-6384 and ask for a list of Preferred Providers in your area. Hope this helps

    Do they do braces without insurance?

    Hi Cecilia , Our office does not offer orthodontics but we offer all other general dental procedures with or without insurance. Do give us a call at 619 422-5317 if we can help… 

    Can Dr liter KNOW how to do root canal?

    I'm sure Dr. Lichter can do root canals. He does a lot of dental problems.

    Does this place accept medical /medicare?

    Hi Richie Unfortunately we are not on the Denti Cal / Medi Cal plan. If you have any further questions or if we can help in any way please give us let us know. Have a great… 

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