What should have been a simple and straightforward routine teeth cleaning visit quickly turned into something much more concerning. I was informed of an unexpected diagnosis and was strongly encouraged to begin light therapy and additional treatments due to my lack of self hegeine and receding gum. The urgency and manner in which these services were presented felt more like a sales pitch than a genuine medical recommendation. It was clear that the focus had shifted from preventive care to aggressive upselling. Concerned by the sudden change in my treatment plan and unsure of the validity of their recommendations, I decided to seek a second opinion at a different dental office. The feedback I received there was completely different -- there was no indication of the issues previously mentioned, and none of the suggested treatments were deemed necessary. Another point worth noting: while patients are warned they will be charged for missing an appointment, the same level of accountability doesn't seem to apply to the office -- I waited nearly 30 minutes past my scheduled time many times before being seen. That lack of consideration, combined with questionable treatment practices, was enough to lose my trust. I will not be returning to this office. I encourage anyone considering treatment here to always get a second opinion before agreeing to any additional procedures. Be cautious of high-pressure tactics disguised as urgent care. Your health -- and your peace of mind -- deserve better. read more

As I was doing my research on TMD specialists in San diego, I stumbled upon a video clip of Dr. George talking about TMJ on youtube.I came in to see him January of 2025. I had sharp pain in my jaw, tension headaches, ringing in my ears, I was miserable. Dr. George put me on a treatment plan that included ultrasound, steriod/botox injections, and a custom mouthguard. He made me felt comfortable assured me the injections are 3-5 out of 10. I had instant relief and my symptoms were managed for the whole year. I saw him again this month for my annual tune up. Dr. George is heaven sent, he's very personable and empathetic. The whole office staff from the ladies at the front desk to the dental assistants are all so warm and welcoming. I always feel at home here. read more

Dr. Georgaklis is absolutely the best dentist I've visited in the past 40+ years. My wife has been a long-time client. It was my first time in, based on my wife's recommendation, to replace 2 crowns, poorly installed by another dentist many years ago, and add a 3rd crown on a cracked second molar. In less than 2 hours, the two old crowns were very smoothly removed, the cracked molar shaped for the 3rd crown, and temporary crowns created and installed. Less than 2 weeks later, I came in to have the temporaries quickly and smoothly removed and the 3 new porcelain crowns perfectly fitted with a perfect color match to my natural teeth. As an engineer, I can really appreciate Dr. Georgaklis using the state-of-the-art 3Shape scanner to quickly scan my teeth for a perfect fit of the porcelain crowns with no pressure nor high spots felt and perfect spacing for a natural flossing feeling. If I was to summarize my experience with just one word, I'd use "smooth" again. I really dislike visiting the dentist and haven't done so for 10+ years. It's so comfortable to now say I LIKE visiting Dr. Georgaklis. (-: read more

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For those looking for high quality care from someone who's been around--I am no stranger to dental work. Finding a really good provider is important to me. I always make it a point to find the best dental physicians and staff when establishing in every city I've ever lived in as an adult. After some initial research, this dental office often came at the top of many lists. And so I wanted to give Dr. George's office a spin... and after a few years of having several items done, I really felt the need to share my positive feedback here! Dr. George and his staff are incredibly skilled in this field. Dentistry can be seen as a skill with artistry involved for every filling, root canal and crown you may get. It's never just about getting the work done materially, but about the quality of the work applied that is so important and can make or break your experience as a patient. I knew right away from his work, from the gentle application of anesthesia to the level of detail and pride in every filling I've ever gotten here--that the work is above and beyond anything I've received at prior offices, ever! It's not only about the materials, it about the skill of the dentist, and their ability--and the difference is truly clear to me in craftsmanship. I'm always on alert with any new provider to make sure I get an honest readout with service that makes sense and takes my future dental care (not only from a preventative but with a financial aspect) in mind! I've never felt pressured or felt it was the kind of office to add on work just because. And since establishing, I've come to really trust Dr. George and his staff with the utmost confidence. It's a culture of people from administration intake to technicians that as a provider have been nothing but joy every time I visit! Makes for a really awesome office to go to and for trustworthy dental planning and advice. Overall, I've been nothing short of completely impressed! Will be recommending to every one I know! read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Georgaklis for around 7 years and have had nothing but amazing experiences with him and his entire team! His receptionists are always helpful and friendly, his hygienist do a great job of making sure you're comfortable while in the chair, and Dr George is beyond meticulous with his work. I recently had short term braces, zoom whitening and composite bonding done to perfect my smile and am loving the results! read more

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I was looking for a naturalpath dentist or holistic dentist on Google and found Dr Georgaklis. I am a very health conscious person and like that he uses ozone and a laser to help fight off infections and prevent the need for root canal treatments. I also learned that he uses all natural biocompatible materials which makes me feel comfortable with what is put in my mouth. I have had many procedures done over 4 years and my smile gets a lot of compliments. The staff is very professional and helpful and the hygienist is very thorough and informative! read more

Friendly, caring staff. They were flexible to accommodate my schedule coming from Poway. I have been "burned" by Dentists in the past. They were straight forward helping me overcome my trust issues. read more

Dr. Georgaklis assured i only need 8months of treatment ". It cost 7k $1500 downpayment and $600+monthly. After 10 months of treatment, I never miss an appointment, my teeth is still misaligned. Dr. Georgaklis is unethical and incompetent . I entrusted Dr. G to treat my disable brother's malocclusion with anterior overjet and severe crowding . He didn't inform us about my brother impact wisdom tooth, he didn't give us an option to have his teeth extract to make space. Dr. G disregard the risk of dehiscence and fenestration , he proceed to expand the arch with braces and push my brother's roots past the limitation of the bony house. After a several complications, I questioned his expertise and intended to get a second opinion , he dictated that I was rude and dismiss us . After Dr. Georgaklis's dismissal ,I have consulted with a several board certify orthodontist , I was informed that I'd need another 14-18 months of treatment to complete orthodontic correction. A specialist review my brother's cone beam CT. I was informed #5 to #12 all have fenestration , #21 to #28 all have either dehiscence or fenestration. The specialists recommended having teeth extract for braces maybe the best option. They think the best for my brother is to wear retainer if I want no extraction. Please do your due diligence. I was gullible to believe in the positive reviews from his family and friends , unfortunately, it was a waste of time and money for me . Be careful ! read more

Dr. Georgaklis and his staff are absolutely amazing. I was referred to Dr. George to replace veneers I got from another dentist which I had nothing but problems with. When I explained to Dr. George what I wanted he, without hesitation, said, "we can do that!" Treatment consisted of several months of braces to broaden my smile, fix my bite, then replacement of my bad veneers. My experience was a night and day difference compared to my previous veneer experience. Even my temporaries looked better than my original veneers! Dr. George is gentle and incredibly talented and is also a perfectionist, which is a great quality to have in your dentist. Dr. George's staff are rock stars and are some of the coolest chicks I've had the pleasure of getting to know. They not only keep everything running smoothly (and Dr. George on schedule), but the office is always clean and organized and smelling great. I've never had to wait more than a few minutes to be taken back for an appointment and greeted by either Mia or Imelda or Dr. George himself. I can't express how happy I am my experience and my new smile! read more

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Dr. George is AMAZING!!!!!! I came to him with the worst TMJ. I had extreme locking on both sides and my bite was so open it was unreal. He immediately knew what to do and gave me a treatment plan. I was super hesitant because I live in Arizona. I was so desperate for help I decided to give it a chance. Best decision of my LIFE. I got braces, botox, and ultra sound therapy. All were incredible. I now have my perfect smile back and free of TMJ symptoms. I can finally eat and sleep normally! Dr. George practically saved my life. I am forever thankful for him. Thank you Dr. George and his entire staff! You all were so amazing! read more

Dr George's dental practice transcends all old and fearful memories of going to the dentist. I had amazing results when I got my teeth straightened in 5 1/2 months. And the built in retainer has stayed this entire time. His team of hygienists do a thorough and exceptional job. They are always sensitive to me being comfortable and I'm happy to tell them "it's ok, just get in there" and they do! Claudia at the front desk is genuine, personable and of service. She has a special gift with her personality and warmth. Ifeel welcome every time I walk in and she has been there as long as I can remember. Dr George is a dentist who I trust through and through. He is meticulous, present and precise. George is an athlete and super healthy outside of work , so his desire for healthy alternatives and optimal strategies is a congruent philosophy inside and outside the office. I will always remember when he saw a root canal performed by another dentist that was unnecessary. It looked like it actually pained him to see I lost a tooth to a root canal that didn't have to happen. He is conservative in his practice and will recommend anything possible to save a tooth over extreme measures, even if it is not the easiest choice. George for many decades has been a renown dentist, a high profile and celebrity dentist performing with excellence over many years. It was 2014 when I got braces and I feel extremely fortunate to call upon his expertise for the past 8 years. If you want professional and honest dental work I highly recommend Dr George. He is simply the best!! read more

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Dr. George IS THE BEST! He is honest and will always tell you the truth. I have been going here for many years. I bring both my young boys and the staff are very friendly and helpful. He does excellent orthodontics work, and is an all round great dentist. read more

I met doctor George last year through Mia who worked with him for years and highly recommended him. I was 45 years old and at that age I for sure did not want to have braces on for years. I went for consultation and right away felt very comfortable. I could tell he is very very experienced. He is very calm and laid back. The Whole place is very nice. I liked the vibes there. The staff is very very friendly as well. He assured me that it won't take a whole year but he didn't want to promise how long exactly. Which is important so people don't have certain expectations. I came to understand once we started that it is hard to tell how long it will take because some times one tooth will move fast but another one will take its sweet time. He didn't rush anything. My braces were on for 8 months total. I am very happy with the results. Mia was the one who placed them after his instructions. She is so so experienced. Nothing is impossible or difficult for that girl. Whenever I had a concern or discomfort they accommodated very fast to make sure the discomfort doesn't last long. I am a very very picky person and I pay attention to details way too much sometimes and it is hard to make someone like me happy. Lol I am very pleased with my experience and I recommend doctor George, Mia and the whole office to anyone who wants PERFECTION. They did my cleaning as well there. My previous dentist has been doing that for me for the past 22 years but I didn't know what I was missing till I tried doctor's George's staff. I can't believe that I missed out all these years with a rushed job. I was mad for that but happy that I found a new place that will do a proper cleaning. also parking is easy. They will always validate the ticket for you. . read more

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Outstanding! Solved my tooth infection problem, Thank You!

I've been coming to Dr. George since I was in second grade after a previous dentist said there was nothing else he could do for my teeth. Dr. George took on the task and completely fixed my teeth with braces and amazing dentistry. Now, almost 20 years later, my teeth and smile are two of the things I am most confident in. Thank you Dr. George for all the great work over the years! read more

I recently visited Dr. George's Dental Clinic and had an excellent experience. My bridge looks fantastic. The staff was friendly and professional and the stayed on top of everything for me !! The clinic is the very clean and parking is validated, I highly recommend Dr. George for anyone in need of dental care. read more

I went to see Dr George to have a front tooth fixed that had become quite crooked, and the results came out perfect! Dr George and his staff were very nice and professional, and was a joy to be around. I will definitely be going back! thanks Dr George! read more

Dr George is a fantastic Dentist. He only does what you need, and he does is excellently! Recently had a cleaning with Jenny and the precision of the cleaning was top tier. I've already referred! read more

My crown came back today and it's perfect. Dr. George had the lab technician come in as well to make sure everything went well. I appreciate the dedication and attention to detail Dr George had to make sure my crown is perfect and that I am happy with the results. It was worth all the time and effort to get it to look as natural I can't even tell the difference between my natural tooth and the crown. I am very happy with the results read more

I went to Dr. George after I had a root canal and crown go wrong by an unnamed dentist office. Dr. George looked at the issue and knew exactly what had went wrong, and even went to the lengths of writing me up a treatment dispute so that I could get my money back from the other dentist. I have been going to Dr. George ever since and couldn't be happier. Not only does Dr. George do great work but his staff is amazing. I went for a cleaning and could not believe how much the hygienist cared about my dental health. She explained everything to me about proper care of my teeth (i'm not the world's best flosser) and gave me instructions on how to take better care at home. After a few short weeks of following the instructions I can already see the difference in my gum health. The hygienist also talked to me about my grinding and I eventually got a mouth guard to wear at night. I've tried mouth guards before but could never get comfortable when trying to sleep. The mouthguard I got from Dr. George fits snug on my teeth and I can hardly feel it when I sleep. Now I can't sleep without it! In addition to the great work by Dr. George and his staff, he is extremely professional and personable. My experience with Dr. George has been nothing short of amazing. If you need any dental work in the San Diego area, do yourself a favor and get over to Dr. George's! read more

I always look forward to my cleaning appointment at George's place, everyone is so courteous and supportive as I used to DREAD going to the dentist but not at Dr George's, here it is painless and i feel great after a cleaning and checkup, Wonderful dentist and staff! read more

It took me a while to finally write a review about Dr. Georgaklis, but it's finally here! I'll just go straight to the point: I got my braces off in just 8 months (April 2016-December 2016). I started off with a perfect bite but my teeth were crowded, especially the bottom. Dr. Georgaklis promised that my braces would be off in 8 months, which obviously became true! Him and his assistants were able to see me every month to make sure my teeth were in check and looking great. I thought a beautiful smile like this was not possible, I absolutely LOVE smiling now. One day, I will have to come in to get my front two teeth done, since one has a chip and the other had a root canal (this happened a long time ago). I will definitely go to this man when I have the money again. REMEMBER you are paying for an expert and I think it is crucial to be in good hands when your teeth are involved. YOU ONLY HAVE ONE SET OF TEETH so don't be so cheap on them. If there's someone in SD who is credible it would be this man! I really loved his staff, especially Devin. I miss you girl read more

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Our 16 year old experienced the excruciating pain of TMJ which became progressively worse with each passing day. Her pain started in her jaw at the joint and radiated to her neck and shoulders. She had eye pain and headaches which made it impossible for her to sleep. She had difficulty opening her mouth. Ice and heat and antiinflammatory medication did not stop the pain. We finally found Dr. George Georgaklis website. I called Dr. Georgaklis and the staff was extremely understanding and sympathetic and offered a same day appointment. After an exam and a detailed explaination of the treatment plan which he immediately administered. We left with her feeling so much better. His assistant administered in-office ultra-sound to the jaw - then Dr. George gave a combination of medications by injection into jaw/joint area. She felt so much better by the time we left and we were both so happy with the way we were treated by Dr Georgaklis and staff. It was all around great experience. Dr. George will provide further treatment if necessary - more ultrasound treatment and potentially creating a mouthguard for future pain. I feel confident in his care for our 16 year old struggling with this condition. Grateful to Dr. George and Staff read more

Friendly staff, reasonable pricing and excellent dental work. Dr. Georgaklis obviously loves what he does and it shows. He was able to take the time to carefully fix what a previous dentist had screwed up. His precision and attention to detail is incredible, he holds himself to an extremely high standard which is always the quality I look for in any doctor. read more

Dr. George really helped me! I came to Dr. Georgaklis, as a cash patient, after my regular dentist made a painful mistake. Dr. George's expertise is superb and all the dental work he helped me with came out perfect. His office is one of the only that can help you with biological root canal. I live far from him, but he and his colleague worked it out so I could have the root canal portion done, with his biological procedure done same day (see his website for biological). The crown after was perfect, as well. I am so happy with Dr. George and his staff. He stands far above any dentist I have been to. Well worth the money. I am changing my insurance! Carlos read more

Dr G and his office are my favorite dentist and I've been to many dentists over the years. I currently don't even live in San Diego but make it a point to keep him as my dentist because they are that good. Dr G is always on the cutting edge of traditional as well as natural approaches to dental health and look forward to my appointments. The environment is warm and friendly and the hygienists are very knowledgeable and encourage a proactive approach to your dental health. I would highly recommend Dr G if you're looking for a great dentist. read more

Dr. Georgaklis gave me a beautiful smile with his clear braces in only 6 months! Everything he promised he delivered. There is no discomfort or problems at all. He and his staff were always professional and I can say that they all care and give great customer service. I recommend everyone to Dr George. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Georgaklis for over 10 years. He and his office staff exemplify the highest level of professionalism and have yet to face a dental challenge they could not overcome. I appreciate their quick response when I have a dental emergency and am more than satisfied my concerns are being addressed with the best possible solutions...leading to the best possible outcomes. I highly recommend Dr. George Georgaklis and his staff to anyone who is looking for a GREAT dentist that will deliver the best level of wervice and expertise. read more

WONDERFUL!!! Dr. George Georgaklis and Claudia are wonderful. That's coming from someone who does not like going to dentists. It was early on a Tuesday that I had pain in my mouth but I took Tylenol and it was gone... it came back later in the evening so I took more Tylenol. Did that for two more days until it was past unbearable so I called their office. They had always been recommended by friends. I came in the next day on Friday morning. I was back in my car going home an hour later (and two less teeth). What a fool I was to wait so long. Had I known it was going to be such a pleasant experience, then of course I would've called that same day Tuesday when the pain began. It's been just over a week now and WOW... what a difference. I would go back forever and would recommend Dr. George Georgaklis and Claudia to everyone. Thank you! read more

Marvelous changes happen within a year with Dr. George and his team. Great changes to my smile and more confidence to my life. Professional skills and full satisfaction! read more

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This dentist is incredible. He really knows what he is doing and will take great care of your teeth. He won't do all sorts of crazy root canals when that's not what is needed. He fixed a problem in 10 seconds that has caused me pain and aches for years, and no other dentist was able to correct it, but for Dr George it was a piece of cake and he knew just what to do. For the first time in years my jaw finally feels relaxed and not clenched in pain. read more

Dr George was strongly recommend by a good friend. Dr George told me in six months of having braces on my teeth would be perfect. I went for it and assumed it would take 6-9 months. It actually took 5 months, one month early! I could not be happier with the results and would recommend him to anyone. His staff is amazing as well. If you want straight teeth and don't want braces on long go sed him. I did the clear braces which are much better looking then the metal. read more

Dr George saved my teeth, and here's how. I'm a man in my 50's, and I was experiencing tooth loss and a bridge I had since childhood was coming loose. My regular dentist did the x-rays and concluded that, due to extreme bone loss, he would have to remove all my teeth and fit me with a full set of dentures. I was determined not to let let this happen and that there had to be another way! I called around to my friends, and someone I go to for advice all the time told me to cancel my appointment and immediately call Dr. George for a second opinion. Dr George had me email him the x-rays. I did, and he called me a day later and told me that he had a way to save my teeth - at least the majority of them, and that all I would need was a partial denture. This seemed too good to be true, but I made the appointment. The next week I travelled to La Jolla for a visit. First of all, I need to say that his staff and crew are the nicest, most professional people ever. They treated me like a celebrity! He analysed my situation and determined that, with frequent cleanings and a good oral hygiene routine, I could keep all but three of my teeth! He also was very fair with pricing. Great dentist! read more

I had braces put on by Dr. George and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. My teeth shifted considerably as an adult and I had always put it off because of the time commitment, not to mention having no desire for orthodontia in my late 30's. Prior consultations had advised a 2-3 year window. After my initial consultation with Dr. Georgaklis he was confident he could have the braces off in 10-12 months. With his expertise and techniques I was in and out of braces in 9 months and have straight teeth for the first time. I was so impressed I continued with Dr. George for routine dental care, and will be having him treat my children as well. read more

I had my braces with Dr. George and his staff. Everyone at his office are extremely nice and caring. I was supposed to have my braces for 8months, but it ended up being 3 months. With that amount of short time for ceramic braces, I cannot recommend anyone better than Dr. George and his staff! They are professionals and my results couldn't be any better :) read more

After consultations with 5 different orthodontists across southern California for my particularly difficult case of a cross-bite, crowding, and an asymmetrical smile, Dr. George was the one who seemed not only the most qualified and confident but also the only one who said he could accomplish the task without me requiring jaw surgery. I am now almost 1 year into my clear braces, which is the timeframe Dr. George gave me for fixing all the issues with my teeth. Against all odds, we're on track to be completed soon and my teeth have improved more than I ever would have thought possible! I'm forever grateful to Dr. George and his amazing assistant Christina for always hearing out my concerns, going out of their way to see me at a moment's notice for emergencies, and spending much time and supplies on me to ensure I get a smile I'm happy with. Thank you so much! read more

I found Dr. George on Yelp and I'm glad that I did! He and his staff are all the nicest people that definitely do their best to make sure you're happy with your treatment. I previously had Invisalign years ago ( different Orthodontist) but I never was happy with the results. I've only had my braces on a few months and I totally am happy with how quickly my teeth are straightened in such a small amount of time! He does 6 month braces and can work on pretty much any shape teeth. His prices are very fair and I even went to a different Orthodontist who quoted me almost the same as Dr.George but it was metal braces and a 14 month treatment plan so I'm pleased with my decision to go with Dr. George! You want quick results with the best treatment and clear braces in 6 months or less definitely go to this office! ;) read more

Dr. George is as good as they come! After being told I needed a root canal by my regular dentist, I knew in my heart that there had to be a safer, healthier alternative. After scouring the internet for hours looking for a holistic dentist who would help me, I finally stumbled across Dr. George. After reading just a few of his outstanding reviews and his website, I knew I had found a GREAT dentist. Without hesitation, I made an appointment and went to see him. His office was lovely, and the staff pleasant. I have anxiety and was extremely nervous about the appointment as I never had any dental work done before. The staff put me at ease and made sure I was comfortable even giving me a blanket and offering to play a movie to help distract me from what was to come. Dr. George did my numbing shot and I did not feel a thing! He is so good at what he does and it shows! With him, I was able to avoid a root canal and a crown with ozone therapy and I could not be happier with the results. Thanks to Dr. George, I can eat without pain and feel more confident. I highly recommend. read more

I went into Dr. Georgaklis's office looking for a new smile to go with my new life in San Diego. Through varriest referrals from friends that he was the best at his craft, I was confident in my decision to pick him as my doctor. His staff was plesantly attentive and cared about my comfortable level. Dr. Georgaklis did the best work & at an optimal time, he is clearly the hardest working doctor I've seen in a long time. I'm thrilled about my result in choosing 10 porcelain veneers for the top teeth. I highly recommend anyone who is deciding this life changing investment on yourself to go see Dr. George georgaklis for the most beautiful results that will last you a lifetime. Have a wonderful afternoon & good luck on your adventure. read more

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This is the first time I enjoyed a dentist visit. Walking into the office it looks like a spa, warm and welcoming. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The dentist is amazing, so kind, understanding, and accommodating. I'm referring Everyone here. read more