I have been a patient at Harbor Mesa Dental Care for years now. Dr.Sanacore, my Hygienist Sheena and all the office staff are knowledgeable and kind. Sheena takes the time to thoroughly clean my teeth and she explains the process as she goes along. Dr.Sanacore is a very honest dentist and provides excellent dental care and advice. The receptionists at the front desk make it easy to schedule appointments, I never have any issues with payment or insurance coverage as they explain the costs upfront and they always provide friendly customer service. I always recommend Harbor Mesa Dental to my friends & family members. read more

It's not easy to find a dentist you can trust. I've been to some bad ones. I had an appointment today with Dr Kunert and was reminded how lucky I am to have found such a great dentist. I had been to another dentist, prior to this visit, who was recommending way too many procedures all of a sudden. Most didn't make sense. Dr Kunert was professional, kind and gave me a clean bill of health! In fact, the entire staff is incredibly kind, welcoming--they make you feel comfortable the moment you walk in. I highly recommend this dental office. read more

I really felt like I got very good care here especially the hygienist is very thorough and even the DENTIST that I had. I had two opinions on some work that needed to be done and one of the opinions was it wasn't needed so I thought that was very fair and honest. read more

I have had a difficult time finding a dentist I feel comfortable with. I decided to come Harbor Mesa Dental Care off a recommendation from a good friend and I was not let down. Dr. K was very knowledgeable, made me feel comfortable, and even gave me a quick adjustment on my retainers. The hygienist I saw, Sheena, took the time to THOROUGHLY clean my teeth. She was also very knowledgeable and gave me great advice on how to keep my teeth looking nice and clean! Overall, I loved my experience and highly recommend them to any one in the Newport/Mesa community. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Sanacore for well over 10 years now. Harbor Mesa, its staff, and Sanacore do a wonderful job of creating an inviting and comforting environment for their patients. I have had a relatively rough road when it comes to dental-related illness and work, and Sanacore and his team have been there every step of the way. Through implants, root canals, chips, crowns, and cleanings, he and his team have always provided amazing work, expert opinions, and referrals for other great specialists to handle my complex situations. Sanacore, Debbie, Paige, and Gina all now feel like family and when I step into Harbor Mesa I know that I am being taken care of and that my best interest is in mind. Thank you for everything you have done for me and my family. The Millikan's thank you! read more

I'm a stickler for getting my teeth cleaned every six months. Due to COVID, I didn't get to go to my usual appointment until today. The office has always been super clean and sterile, but they have implemented even more safety protocols to make sure that all of their patients and staff are extra safe during the pandemic. Don't miss getting your teeth cleaned! read more

I have been coming to this office for a few years now and pray I will not have to go anywhere else. Dr. Sanacore is nothing short of AMAZING. He tells you what's going on and what he's about to do. He talks to you while working on you making you feel so comfortable. He also always makes sure your comfortable. To me that means everything. His technician Jessica as well was very kind. Paige and Debbie are always helpful and the hygienist, Gina, is just the best. This entire office is AWESOME. helpful, always so responsive and very flexible. they even open early enough that i can get it done before work and not have to miss work. If you need a dental office please check them out. You will not be disappointed, I PROMISE YOU. read more

Starting my journey here, I had not been to the dentist in 7 years. Let's just say some bad experiences led to a minor phobia of going anywhere near a dentist. After an old filling fell out, I knew it was time to bite the bullet. After a COVID screening, I was warmly greeted by their front of house staff. I was brought back to have my x-rays done and right as I was about to have a meltdown, Dr. Kunert set me straight. He explained there was quite a bit of work to be done, but we'd get through it shortly. He then outlined the items I needed to work on, how they'd be handled and we get to it. After about 3 visits, I was right with the dental gods again. I honestly, can't believe how easy and painless the whole process was compared to my last dental visit. Very happy to finally be back on track with my teeth and 100% recommend the team at Harbor Mesa Dental Care. read more

I recently moved to Costa Mesa and my parents suggested this dental office to me. I was so blown away by the kindness of the staff and the incredible attention to detail I was given in the explanation of the current health of my teeth. They got me set up to get all of the fillings I needed done and I got the best teeth cleaning I've ever had in my life done. I rate my experience at this office 10/10 and thought the best way I could show my appreciation was to go on here and let others know. read more

This place is incredibly amazing, I had a fantastic experience and am truly amazed at the quality of the work done and the care I received. The place is located in kind of like a business strip/plaza, there was a Restaurant in the same plaza (Tabento?) and there was ample parking when I went. The business is located to one side of the plaza, closer to the corner. I had Dr. Sanacore for my dentist and I love the way he went about with my exam. We first got X-Rays, and then he took the time to explain what the X-Rays mean. He went over the different sets of teeth and explained what he was looking for for potential problems. He then did a gum analysis and he explained that process too, about what the different numbers he was calling out meant and what to expect. I really like the way he approached the exam, since he was explaining everything along the way, I understood why he took the steps he took, and it made me an overall more informed patient. On top of this, he had a very welcoming personality and helped to answer all the questions I had. He also wasn't pushy about selling me products and focused mostly on the exam and my overall dental experience. The hygienist I saw was Donna, and she was one of the best I've ever had! She is very intricate in her work and she took the time to clean most of my teeth individually. She was very careful and thorough in the cleaning process, and I was amazed at the attention to detail she had when working on my teeth. My teeth felt incredibly clean afterwards and I am truly impressed at the quality of work she did. I am very happy with my overall experience here! read more

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Dr. Kunert is an amazing dentist and his staff are so friendly! I have been going to this dentist office for years and they do quality work. They are friendly and honest. Dentistry today isn't what is used to be.. there are a lot of dishonest dentists trying to rip patients off. This is not the case with this office and Dr. Kunert. I highly recommend his dentistry. read more

I went to Dr Sanacore for a few years and was really happy with his work and professionalism. After an 8 year gap due to work changes, I went back to Dr Sanacore and was so glad to be back. He is a wonderful dentist and person and I can highly recommend him without any reservations. read more

My husband went here for 2-3 years as a patient. I only went once, but was also a patient. We recently moved to SD and at our new dentist my husband was found to have 5 cavities!! Dr. Sanacore never followed up with his x-rays. My husband, frustrated & upset, wrote a poor review on Dr. Sanacore. THEN Dr. Sanacore denied he was ever a patient to discredit the review!! The audacity from a prevaricating dentist ... who also called me a "bad girl" bc I hadn't changed my name yet as we were recently married. I have never experienced a professional simply denying a patient was ever in their system upon a bad review. I'm appalled. read more

My fiance has been going to Harbor Mesa Dental for ages and even though we live in more central Orange County, the quality of Dentistry and Dental service is so stellar, it's absolutely worth the drive! I think he started going there years (years!) ago when he was working closer to the office. He's stayed with them due to the great quality of Dental Care delivered consistently here. I hadn't been to a dentist for awhile and don't have dental insurance. Yes, I need some extra cleaning done, but the prices were still affordable and they discussed everything with me. Special Note: if you are having or have had any Knee or Hip Replacement type of surgery like I have, we are particularly prone to potential infection which Dental Cleaning can put into our systems. Regular peeps are fine. WE need a special (don't ask me the name, they have it) prescription which I must take before going in for a cleaning for at least 2-5 years after my wonderful Joint Replacement Surgery. They are very accommodating and experts well-versed in this health detail and will provide the prescription script in advance so you can be all set having it filled and taken before your regular cleanings. Highly recommend! read more

After 2 years of stay in place for pandemic, finally able to get my teeth cleaned today. Dr Sanacore did the exam and was able to fit me in last minute for a filling. He explained the prepping method clearly and demonstrated the sand blasting method to clean out the cavity before doing the filling - he's really thorough! Sheena, my hygenist, is the best! She makes my teeth feel healthy after removing the tartar and the superb cleaning (scrubbing ). Mirabelle (hope i spelled it right) is the xray tech and she did an excellent job of asking if I was ok and needed anything as she took xrays. Superb staff as always and highly recommend them! Happy smiles ! read more

Dr Kunert is amazing! I did my clinical hours/externship at his office and I was so lucky to be paired with them. Not only is Randy a perfectionist and extremely intelligent as a dentist, he's also very kind, funny and generous The knowledge he can pass on to you as an intern is so valuable as you get to watch him work. He explains what he's doing in the clearest way and will tell you so much that you may not even learn at school. I'm looking forward to going back to him for Invisalign because Im sure I'll be in the best hands! read more

Great dental office. Been going here for years and zero complaints with staff or my nice dentist. Excellent care.

Dr Sanacore, Gina (my hygienist) and Dr. DeBourg (my daughter's dentist) are all kind and professional. I have two family members who also call this their dentist's office and whom also feel the same way as I. Keep up the great job! read more

Best... Forget the rest! I have not been able to smile because of chips and cavities in my front teeth for over 2 years. Im terrified of the dentist and really embarressed. The entire staff was extremely nice and Dr. K is a Rock-Star! With friendly smiles and the occasional "Dad-Joke", they were able to change my life in 1 day. Also.... No Pain at All. Perfectly numbed which was a concern. They also worked with me because I dont have insurance. I cant wait for my next visit :D Thanks to the Whole Team!! read more

Absolutely love this office. Been going to Dr Sanacore for over 5 years now and he has always been honest and helpful. Kids love Dr Hanna as well! Update: Dr Sanacore is the best dentist ever! Been coming since 2013, and have referred multiple families because of his skill and honesty. I never have to worry about being up-sold on treatments because he and the staff have proven over the years that they take a conservative approach first, and work with you to find out what your goals are. Finding an appointment and parking is always easy at this office, and I'm now halfway through an invisalign program, and the whole process has really been a breeze because Dr S has guided me through the whole process! My kids love Dr. H and the treasure chest as well highly recommend! read more

I came here Receptionist super nice Dr. K excellent dentist he makes you feel comfortable and no pain the most important thing His a professional on his job... I will come here for the next time ... Very friendly read more

I have been going the Harbor Mesa for past several years and have found the experience to be second to none. As someone who has a hard time going to the dentist, I have found the staff there to be super friendly and professional. Adele the hygienist is the best! So quick and efficient that I have been able to get a visit in during my lunch hour. This place is really the best and I highly recommend it to anyone searching for any dental needs. read more

I HATE GOING TO THE DENTIST. Always have, I had horrible teeth growing up which made the experience worse. Dr. Sanacore has the lightest touch and has made coming for my check ups and maintenance a completely different experience - he's patient with questions and proactive in his approach. Can't say enough good things about him. If you're a big chicken like me and need a dentist - I highly, highly recommend him. The hygienist Sheena is also T H E B E S T. I've always, ALWAYS felt pain getting my teeth cleaned bec my teeth and gums are sensitive... but Sheena does such a great job that I would be willing to rearrange my schedule to get a cleaning appointment with her. Super happy patient here! read more

Hygienist never relayed my xrays to dentist which ended up being cavities. Seemed like the dentist was more into surfing and himself than my my teeth. And yes I was your patient (even though you indicated you couldn't verify me as a patient) seems like you're trying to say I wasn't a patient to discredit my review. Nice try read more

Thank you Wendy for the consideration today. The professionalism and courtesy shown by the front staff, was well appreciated. And I hope to hear from you soon. - Darrell Soda, Marketing Director (Doctors Do Websites) read more

This people will just send you a bill without checking insurance. Really poor communication from front desk. Bill me over $300 for xrays without tell me if my insurance was good. Stay away from this THIEFS!!! read more

I really appreciate everyone here! The front desk staff is organized and efficient, they send text message appointment reminders and make it easy to schedule. Sheena always does a great job with my cleanings & Dr Sanacore is a fantastic dentist. He always explains and shows what he's doing so I'm confident in next steps. With COVID protocols protocols adding another layer I can confidently say I also felt extremely safe coming in for a recent cleaning and cavity fill. read more

I enjoy visiting my dentist. I think that's plenty enough there. But, if you're looking for more. The team here is cohesive, full of positive energy, and very friendly! Dr. K and the entire staff always take time to educate me and provide suggestions on my dental care and specific ways to improve. read more

I've been super happy with Harbor Mesa Dental. Everyone is so friendly, they squeezed me in for an appointment when I chipped my tooth and I like the text reminders for scheduled appointments. Dr. Kunert and his staff are simply the best! read more

Was just in for my annual checkup and have to say Dr. Kunert and his staff remain one of my favorite service providers! Front desk, hygienist, assistant and Dr. Kunert are all warm and personable. Its nice that my family and I have been using Dr. Kunert for 2 decades and there is little turnover in staff. It's nice to deal with the same people each visit. My son and husband have genetically poor teeth and Dr. Kunert has worked to keep their teeth in good shape. In fact, I had Dr. Kunert refill my husband's old cavities and cracking crowns done by a former dentist. Looks so much better, can't tell my husband's had any work done. I trust their opinion and ability. Personally, I am a nervous patient and Dr. Kunert is always so patient and puts me at ease. Never any pain. I have decided to bite the bullet and do some long term dental work, including Invisalign. Tanya, Dr. Kunert's assistant and Dr. Kunert took time to go through all the imaging with me, and they explained exactly what my protocol entailed so there would be no surprises. They answered my numerous questions and I look forward to a new smile! I also like the straightforward billing and insurance process. read more

From someone who has had an enormous fear of going to the dentist office for years, Harbor Mesa Dental Care has been incredible! I have seen Dr. Sanacore a couple of times and today I saw Gina... AMAZING folks... highly recommend to anyone that, like me, avoided dentists for years... my favorite (and only) dental office including those that answer the phone and help me through the process... very grateful that I found them! read more

I hadn't been to the dentist in over a year and a half and had been nervous about a cracked tooth that I had been nursing a few months, but had horrible dentists in the past (see past reviews). Here is why I love this place... 1) EVERYONE WAS SUPER NICE. it actually felt like customer service instead of lke they were doing me some kind of favor. 2) there was no wait. I was brought in at my appointment time. 3) everything was explained to me as they were doing it. they treated me like an adult and explained each procedure with the whys, hows, and options. No talking down to me or just doing whatever. 4) the hygenist made a lunch appointment for my followup since there were no open appointments for a month. That means she will be working instead of going to lunch just so i can have my teeth cleaned. and finally 5) the lady up front helped me figure out my insurance. Thats more than HR at my work was willing to do. Overall I love this place and recomend it to anyone who needs a dentist. read more

I had a great pediatric dentist in Irvine but had to change due to insurance changes at work. My 3 kids had been going to them since they were babies and I was dreading looking for another dentist that all of us would love. I checked around on my dental plan but nothing stood out so I logged into Yelp and found this JEWEL! Registering the kids was easy - just download and print the forms. Making an appointment was easy - the person who answered the phone was very helpful. Arriving at the scheduled time and checking in was easy - handed in the forms and waited in the lobby. All 3 kids were taken at the same time. One popped out without any cavities and a new toothbrush. 2 had fillings and took a little extra time but I was kept informed. My oldest said she liked Dr. Hanna because she explains what she's doing. My two other kids said they liked Dr. Hanna for various other reasons, my youngest liked that she called him a cute name and pinched his cheek affectionately. Dr. Hanna came out with my last child and explained what was done and what needed to be done to maintain healthy teeth. Later I found out that my son has schoolmates who visit Dr. Hanna, and I have 2 co-workers who love her as well. I'm so glad I found her and I thank all of the contributors on Yelp who helped me make this important decision. I couldn't be happier. read more

I come all the way from Santa Barbara to see Adele as my hygienist. She always gives me a very thorough cleaning and has been an excellent guide to my overall health. The few times I've had to see Dr. Kunert, he was very nice and thorough as well. I really like him and trust him with all my dental work. I felt he was very honest with me, and I really appreciated it. Overall, this is a great office. read more

As most people I had the typical fear of going to the dentist office... as an adult I kept that fear because of how much dental care cost. I am glad to announce that my fears are gone and I owe it all to Harbor Mesa and Dr. Sanacore. He is amazing and very informative, willing to work with you at creating a schedule in which you can afford your work and get it all done in a timely manner. His staff is very friendly as well and I always feel comfortable and at ease during and after my visits. I will never go anywhere else (as long as my insurance is accepted) haha. :-) read more

I was lucky enough to find Dr. Sanacore through my insurance. He was very kind and explained everything thoroughly. He never tried to "up sell" me which I've heard a lot of dentist offices do. It had been a while since my last visit to the dentist so I was in need of a bit of work. I was placed with the hygienist Adele, whom was very kind and friendly. I was in need of a deep cleaning and was set up with 3 different appointments. I've never had a deep cleaning before and was a bit nervous. After a not so awesome appointment Adele called me the following Monday to see how I was doing, which was very surprising as I've never had a doctor or dentist call me personally to make sure I was alright after stressful visit. The next few appointments were a breeze and now instead of dreading the 6 month checkup I look forward to seeing Adele again. As part of the work I needed was getting two cavities filled, which Dr. Sanacore did. During the entire process he was talking to me and explaining what he was doing, which was nice so I was in for any surprises. Hopefully I won't have to sit in his chair anytime soon! The ladies at the front desk are very warm and inviting and I feel like they remember me. They are also very flexible with payments. Overall my experience at Harbor Mesa Dental has been exceptional and I am very thankful that I was able to find them! read more

Randy Kunert is the best dentist in the world! He has worked on my teeth for 30 years, and has never hurt me once. Highly recommend!

Went to my first appointment with Dr. Kunert and his staff today, and if a first impression is any sign of future appointments, I plan on being a patient here for a long time. The entire staff was friendly, helpful and trustworthy, and the office was clean and inviting. Being that it was the first time he's seen me, Dr. Kunert thoroughly explained what he found immediately after his initial exam and assessment, complete with drawings and a review of my X-rays. He gave an overview of my treatment plan for then next few visits, detailing exactly what his priorities were. I've never been to a dentist that's provided such a comprehensive explanation of what I need done, and WHY I need it. There's no worse feeling than walking out of a dentist's office, auto mechanic, etc. with an empty wallet, confused as to what you just paid for. This however is NOT the case at Harbor Mesa. I can't wait to go back and get this tooth pain taken care of! read more

Wow. Dr. Sanacore is awesome! I'm that annoying person who goes to the dentist and wants to know EVERYTHING about a procedure - how it's being done, why its being done, the expected effectiveness and cost-benefit ratio, possible alternatives - EVERYTHING. I also hate being sold stuff at the dentist - extra antibacterial washes that aren't necessary, special toothbrushes and floss that I don't need, teeth whitening that those SoCal dentists always seem to hyper-focus on, etc. Since I had all of these bad experiences before, I moved to Harbor Mesa Dental Care with extreme caution, and voiced my concerns. Dr. Sanacore listened to my concerns and surprisingly accommodated them and went out of his way to explain everything and honestly tell me what I needed and didn't need and the expected effectiveness of a procedure. All of this while he had other patients and requests. This is much appreciated! Also on another occasion I was out of the state on vacation and had forgotten about my appointment (and the subsequent fee for not canceling 24 hrs in advance). But with very little explanation on my part they kindly waived the fee without any issue. Harbor Mesa Dental Care is great! They: 1) Communicate honestly and clearly 2) Accommodate appointment changes without issue 3) Offer transparency, help and strategy when it comes to insurance charges They definitely deserve their 5-star rating and I highly recommend them to anyone! read more

Where do I even begin?! For so many years I was terrified of going to the dentist. After many bad experiences as a kid just the thought of the dentist gave me anxiety. A coworker of mine recommended Jeff Sanacore, she mentioned she had similar fears but how amazing and understand he was. On my first visit we did all the usual things... He walked me through the process step by step, he was more than patient with me, he was an ANGEL!!! So understanding of my fear and did everything he could to make me comfortable & at ease every step of the way. I currently live 45 minutes away and his office is no longer part of my "preferred" dental network, but for me it's worth the drive and every penny I pay to have someone who really cares & understands. As long as I live I'm Southern California I will gladly be visiting Jeff Sanacore & his amazing staff along. I am forever great full to my friend who recommended me, Dr Sanacore & his staff. read more