My mouth is a tragedy. Really, cavities, implants, gum disease . . the works! I have to say also…read morethat good dental care, in my experience, has been harder to find than any other medical specialty. Well, I've found the gold standard. Due to both surgery and excellent care by the hygienist , John Divinagracia, my mouth is healthier than it has been in 20 years. This office keeps both doctors and staff trained on the most advanced thinking and technology, and it pays off in terms of patient care and outcome. Encinitas periodontics has my highest recommendation. ,

I've been a patient of E. PERIO for a few years, receiving treatments and procedures both routine…read moreand complex, including surgery. The two doctors are excellent: my own, Dr Traxler, exudes competence, confidence, and good cheer. The hygienist named John is the best I have ever experienced, and is indeed very patient with such a sensitive, uh, patient as myself! The office and front desk personnel are exceptional: very kind, professional, and extremely attentive to every detail. My gingivae and I emphatically recommend this perfect medical establishment!

Dr. Le was referred by my dentist when a I needed a root canal. He was quick and efficient and the…read moreprocedure was painless. Best part was he had great music playing during the treatment.

I chose Main Street Dental in Vista through an OpenCare promotion that promised an encouraging gift…read morecard for visiting a new dentist and completing a cleaning. Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing and felt more focused on profit than patient care. From the moment I walked in, it was clear this office sees patients as dollar signs rather than people. I was required to take a full set of X-rays that I did not need (and were very uncomfortable for me as I suffer from TMJ), and despite this, I couldn't even complete the appointment to qualify for the promotion. They scheduled me for a second appointment for a cleaning and final evaluation, but Dr. Javaheri seemed more interested in upselling unnecessary treatments than providing care. He pointed out every tiny issue and pushed for a deep cleaning, which was not what I scheduled and not what my insurance covers. They outright denied me the regular cleaning that was covered by my insurance. I find this approach unethical and frustrating. Patients deserve transparency and respect, not pressure tactics and unnecessary procedures. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Main Street Dental.

My filling fell out when I was flossing and was told that it wouldn't be able to be saved and I…read moreneeded the tooth extracted. I wanted to buy time with the tooth and decided to get a second opinion. Came here since my husband comes here and was told they can save my tooth. I felt a lot better about it. Not that a root canal is pleasant, but it's better than losing my tooth completely. They were able to fit me in and remove most of the debris. I got this done yesterday and feeling better already. Once my gums heal, it's two more steps to getting my final crown. I'm still really nervous chewing with it but at least I won't lose my tooth. My gums feel swollen but they checked on me today and were really helpful with explaining the process to me. I was so nervous that they wouldn't be able to save my tooth, but they were able to. At least for now, that tooth eventually needs to be extracted but I need to buy time with it. Thanks to everyone on the team for all of their assistance.

I had a crown replaced recently The old crown was badly…read morefitted and caused inflammation due to food getting caught between teeth The replacement was done painlessly and professionally and fits perfectly

I had an excellent experience at Elevated Smiles. My veneer unexpectedly came off, and since my…read moreregular dentist was closed, I started calling around hoping someone could help. Elevated Smiles welcomed me in the same day without an appointment, and I couldn't be more grateful. The entire team was warm, professional, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. The dentist was incredibly thorough--he didn't just reattach the veneer, he carefully checked to make sure my teeth and gums were healthy first. He even told me that he treats every patient's teeth as if they were his own, and it was obvious he truly meant it. It's rare to find a practice that combines skill, honesty, and genuine compassion the way Elevated Smiles does. They turned what could have been a stressful day into a great experience. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dentist who truly cares about their patients. Thank you again for your outstanding care!

Absolutely my favorite dentist's office of all time. The entire staff is friendly and…read moreknowledgeable - they go out of their way to get to know you. I used to dread going to the dentist, but now I enjoy my visits. Perhaps most importantly, I really appreciate their approach and model for service - they do not recommend unnecessary procedures. (I have been to other offices in the past that focus on the generation of lots of revenue based on unneeded procedures.) I would highly recommend Elevated Smiles to others that are looking for a dentist.

Another visit, a much better experience. Dr. Skeens explained the necessity for the trip/fee.read more

This guy and his team are top notch. I had 2 cavities filled today and the before and after…read morepictures are great - very happy with the degree of care that his team took and am confident that few dentists in my nearly 50 years have been as detail-oriented as Dr. Skeens and his team. They do great work and have excellent attention to detail, thank you!

Dr. Lapsi is excellent. I have just finished my 3 Dental Implants at Excel Dental & Implant center…read more. Excellent service and very reasonable prices. Dr. Lapsi is very curious and knowledgeable and very very good as a dentist. The whole team- Nancy, Dee are exceptional staff members. Overall an excellent experience and highly recommended. Moving to them for all of my general needs and care. Good job!

I am forever grateful to Dr. Lapsi and the entire team at Excel Dental & Implant center for the…read moreexcellent dental care that they provided for me. I am 90 years old and have seen many dentists during the course of my life time. I can assure you there is none who has such exceptionally dental skills like Dr. Lapsi. He truly is a perfectionist in what he does. I have had a permanent fixed implant prosthesis installed by him. My treatment took approximately 4- months to complete and I am so happy with the final results. Dee is amazing and is very very good in her job . She made me feel so welcomed and was always patient with me in answering in any questions that I had. She handles the office flawlessly and they are a very very busy practice. Highly recommended practice to those looking for great quality care.

After living with the results of poor dental work for nine years, I finally had my two front…read moreveneers replaced by Dr. Addy and his team, and I couldn't be happier. From the very first consultation, Dr. Addy and his team listened to my story with genuine compassion. They took the time to fully understand my case, my concerns, and my goals. Along the way, I learned how veneers should be done, and it was eye-opening to see the incredible attention to detail, craftsmanship, and collaboration with a top-tier dental lab. The entire staff makes you feel like family. A special thank you to Carolina, who patiently guided my very nervous self through every step of the process. She was always by my side, making sure I was comfortable and cared for, and she made an already exceptional experience even better. As for Dr. Addy, I'm not sure there are enough words. His knowledge, communication, bedside manner, and investment in the latest technology are truly remarkable. I honestly didn't know dentists like him existed. I would recommend Dr. Addy to anyone, regardless of how simple or complex their case may be. For the first time in my life, I can honestly say I no longer fear going to the dentist. That's a gift I never expected, and I'm incredibly grateful.

The front desk staff make you feel right at home immediately when walk through the front door…read more Everything was on time and it was an extremely professional run office. A fantastic experience!

Luckily, Dr Raymond is in San Diego on Wednesdays, so I was able to go to his office to get my…read moretooth extracted and do a bone graft. I was dreading it, but his entire office was caring, efficient, and attentive. They explained every step of the process and ensured I didn't feel any pain. Dr Raymond called the day after the extraction to check in and answer any questions. The recovery period was much better than I expected as I didn't have much discomfort. I would recommend him to anyone.

A crown came off my molar a few weeks ago, but I had lost my dental insurance a couple of years ago…read moreso I didn't have a trusted dentist to go to. I have United Healthcare Medicare insurance for medical and it includes a UHC Dental Discount plan. I called local dentists listed on the plan until I found one who could see me. He was horrible, a total scam artist. He said I needed to have the tooth pulled, which I had expected, and a bone graft and he could do it that day for $2848 with no sedation. I am extremely dentist-phobic and wanted sedation and Dr Scam Artist said that would cost $5581. When I got home I logged onto Nextdoor, the neighborhood app, and asked if these were reasonable prices and if not, who people would recommend to pull my tooth. Several people recommended Dr Raymond Ngo so I called his office. Haylee explained his pricing and answered all my questions. The removal and bone graft cost $1100, complete sedation was $980, and Dr Ngo could see me the next day. I made the appointment and I am so glad I did. I got there early because we didn't know how long the drive would take, but Haylee signed me in and the tech took me back for x-rays. Dr Ngo came in a short time later, made sure I understood everything and had no questions, and a few minutes later he said he had the IV needle in my vein and asked if I was feeling groggy. I said no, not yet, and the next thing I knew I was waking up and everything was finished. I was so relieved! My antibiotic and pain meds were waiting at the drugstore near home. I took the antibiotics for the infection, but I never had any pain, fever, or swelling. Dr Ngo called me the next morning to make sure everything was okay, even though he was leaving for an out-of-state vacation! I highly recommend oral surgeon Dr Raymond Ngo, 760-918-0798, 2020 Cassia Rd #102, Carlsbad!