After having the same family dentist for 11 years, the pandemic and a medical emergency with my longtime dentist kept me from getting dental care. Then I moved to San Diego for college and became so focused on school that I neglected my health. Before I knew it, it had been exactly six years since my last dental visit. I made an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Hernandez at Pacific Beach Smile Studio, and I couldn't have had a better experience. The entire staff made me feel so welcome--they offered me water, hung up my purse, gave me a towel, and made sure I was comfortable from start to finish. The office is spotless, everyone is incredibly friendly, and Dr. Hernandez is professional, thorough, and kind. They found 10 cavities and got me scheduled for treatment as soon as possible. I was extremely nervous for my appointment, but the staff gave me a little tooth-shaped stress ball and made me laugh with jokes before the procedure. Their kindness immediately put me at ease, and the treatment was quick and painless. Leaving the dentist I'd had since childhood was scary, but Pacific Beach Smile Studio completely exceeded my expectations. They took away all of my worries, and I've found my new dentist for as long as I'm in San Diego. I highly recommend Dr. Ricardo Hernandez and his amazing team! read more

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Such a great experience. The staff was wonderful to work with and the care at the studio is unmatched. Highly recommend.

Always the best treatment here. Super kind staff and great Dr! Have been going here for 2 years and the staff remembers me and treats me great. I don't dread any appointments coming here. read more

Couldn't recommend this dentist more. Dr. Hernandez is an incredibly talented, kind, and patient dentist. His staff is highly educated and take the time to talk you through procedures and conditions in a way I've never experienced before. I've had an array of treatments and procedures done here and I will continue to confidently trust the Smile Studio team with my teeth. read more

Not a fan and I think I will have to find a new dentist. My insurance only covered $1500 of $5000 worth of work I've had done here, I recently had to go to a specialist to have my wisdom teeth removed and while there he informed me that the crown that PB smile studio recently did on an old root canal I had done shouldn't have been done, he could tell by the X-rays that the tooth was causing an infection in my sinus cavity, when talking to PB smile studio about this their only response is to contact the original dentist that did the root canal (in Portland mind you not even in CA) that's not the point? You shouldn't have done a crown on a tooth that had an infection then preceded to charge me thousands of dollars when I could've used that money to replace this tooth now I'm completely screwed over and will probably have to have this tooth removed and have no way to replace it because they took all my cash / available credit on top of all of that the office staff even had the audacity to keep pushing invisiline on me, I finally had to get firm with her and tell her that I like my smile and it is pretty straight and that I don't need it, was extremely frustrating and just another cash grab. I believe in Karma and they will get theirs. read more

Dr. Hernandez and his staff give excellent care, too notch quality and I had a great experience at the office. He helped me with emergency care and treatment right away. He's so very good at what he does and he listens and offers the best options. He and his staff care, it shows in how they treat you , which was very well. I had to bring in my client that has dementia and they were super kind to her as well. I JUST LOVE THEM! they are WONDERFUL! I recommend them highly! read more

I've got to be one of the most anxious ridden people when it comes to dentists. Dr. Hernandez is a kind, gentle and calming soul who put me at ease with a tranquil voice and manner. He knows what he's doing and tells you what you can expect while he's doing it. I would highly recommend him to anyone, but if you have fears like I do,,,look no where else! Very kind office staff, as well! The only thing I don't like is they don't answer the phone read more

Over 22 years ago I went to Dr Hernandez who truly saved not only my smile, but my self esteem too! PRIOR to going to Dr Hernandez, I had a horrible experience with a terrible dentist who butchered my four front teeth with unnecessary veneers that she had zero experience preparing and attaching. Over a year I dropping a good 10 pounds due to stress, not eating, and pain as the veneers would not remain glued on. She had ground my teeth down to little tiny tic tac size teeth, causing severe trauma, leading to PTSD, still to this day. The GREAT part of my review is Dr Hernandez. He put four new veneers on my front teeth, renewing my smile and helped me to feel like a shining star, once again. 22 years ago veneers had about a ten year shelf life. My veneers lasted a little over 21 years!! Ohemgeee! This was solely due to Dr Hernandez's expertise, experience, knowledge, and not to leave out being a true artist, perfectionist and truly caring about the well being of his patients ‍ To make a long story longer, jump forward to today. After 21 years with my four veneers (that were only expected to last 10 years at the time) one eventually broke while I was eating chips and salsa Being me, I panicked, calling the office leaving one too many messages after hours ha ha. The office called me the next morning and got me in that day. Dr Hernandez discussed my options and we agreed on crowns this go around. My veneers were removed with no pain and temporary teeth created that seriously, no one could tell the difference! He is that good. Once my new crowns came in he attached them and due to my bite he creatively had to make crowns that were unique to my teeth and my overbite. Confident these will last the rest of my life. Happy 100 percent for over 22 years with everything Dr Hernandez has done to my teeth, the care he has provided and his staff. AMAZING through and through. Do not hesitate to visit this dentist. You will always be happy, I promise. read more

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I'm so glad I found this studio! Everyone is lovely and they treat you like family. If you're in search of a good dentist, look no further cause this is the place to go to. read more

Every time I come here they always treat me with kindness and explain everything I ask in detail! Love this place so much!! I highly recommend this office to everyone I know :) read more

I get my cleanings done here and have gotten fillings here. I can say that the customer service is amazing and they are very gentle and will adhere to your needs. They always strive to make sure the client is comfortable, proving to have great service and a friendly environment. read more

Had a toothache come out of nowhere. Worst pains i've ever had. Booked Pacific Beach Smile Studio the night before and I was in the next morning. Dr Hernandez greeted me myself when I walked in and asked how he could help and I let him know my symptoms. I was in a chair 5 minutes later being treated. The ease, the friendliness of the staff and the clear explanation was all 5 stars. I recommend Dr. Hernandez to all. read more

Thanks so much for my new smile. Dr. Hernandez made my teeth perfectly straight with Invisalign! So grateful! Can't recommend them enough! read more

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Dr Hernandez is the most compassionate and skillful dentist I've worked with. His gentle, calming presence truly helped me when I was really afraid of dental work, after a bad incident last year with another dentist in Pacific Beach. Betty, their receptionist, is amazing and I look forward to seeing her on each visit. Their email and text appointment reminders are so helpful, their office hours are great, and they've always been so helpful with insurance and financial matters. I would highly recommend PB Smile Studio to anyone needing dental. My wife and I both love coming here and I bet you will too. We live in the neighborhood and have tried other dentists in the area and they don't even compare. read more

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seriously the kindest dentist I've ever had! the whole staff is wonderful. I have terrible anxiety going to the dentist and everyone made me feel so calm and taken care of read more

I'm so happy I found this place. Everyone I came In contact with was so kind and friendly and made me feel comfortable. I haven't been to the dentist in many years so I was a bit nervous and expecting the worst but I had such a great experience with Dr Hernandez. I've read reviews for other dental practices in my local area stating there was a lot of "sales tactics" going on by their dentist but with Dr Hernandez, there was none of that. I couldn't be happier. Highly recommended! read more

I am blow away by pacific beach smile studio. i have been going here for years and each visit they are so kind. this most recent visit I came in for some fillings and dr. Hernandez went above and beyond to also surprise me with a polish on my front two teeth to remove some stains. really wonderful surprise! They truley care about their patients. read more

I love Dr. Hernandez and his team!!! I moved here back in 2018 and it took me years to find him and years of dealing with shady ones. To me it's important to have a dentist you can trust, who provides good work and has a team that goes above and beyond. If that's what you are looking for then Dr. Hernandez is your man. Thank you PB Studio team!! read more

PB smile studio always has great attention to detail and I have been going here for 4+ years. I would highly recommend Dr. Hernandez and his team to take care of your dental needs! read more

This is the BEST dentistry office I have been to in San Diego! My first visit here was due to an accident with one of my veneers falling off that was done by a previous dentist. When I called, Betty was able to squeeze me into their busy schedule right away! I was so nervous for my appointment because I get really bad anxiety that I avoid going as much as I can. From start to finish of my appointment, it went way better than I expected. Dr. Hernandez has such a calming presence that it eased my anxiety. The entire staff here is so kind and caring. I have since been back for X-rays, fillings, crowns and cleanings. Since I don't have dental insurance things can get pretty costly but they always work with my on that. I can finally say I have found my family dentist and plan on going here as long as I live in San Diego! read more

Terrific team! Efficient with services provided, and fantastic customer service. I highly recommend PB Smile Studio!

I have been a patient of Dr. Hernandez for 20 years! Dr. Hernandez, Leida and all the staff are always wonderful.

The staff here truly care about patients and provide incredible care. They were able to get me in when I needed it most and were extremely understanding when my schedule changed last minute. I experienced no pain when getting my fillings, and I was able to comfortably watch Netflix during the procedure. The doctor and staff are genuinely warm and kind. Pacific Beach Smile Studio provided me with the best dental experience I have had. Looking forward to seeing them again for my regular check-ins! read more

Pacific Beach Smile Studio was where I went to get my Invisalign treatment and they did an awesome job! Dr. Hernandez is very kind, patient and knows how to do his craft very well. my teeth turned out excellent and the service was great throughout the whole process. read more

Dr. Hernandez and Betty are great! I'm thankful they are open and helping their patients out. They create a relaxing environment. I love that when I walk in Christian music is playing and I can make myself a tea. This is the start of a great experience. I trust Dr. H with my smile! read more

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I just came in for my first appointment and cleaning, and it was such a great/easy experience! The staff including Betty, Mary, and Dr. Hernandez were so kind and welcoming, and answered all the questions I had! I highly recommend this studio for a welcoming experience and great care! :) read more

First of all, if you walk out of there with out any treatment, you're golden! If he can't find anything to work on, he'll say you should have preventative fills. A wise dentist once told me, once dental work, always dental work. Preventative fillings just ensures you will need to have them redone in a few years and next thing you know, your needing a crown or even worse, he over drills and a toothache starts and now a root canal. This is what has happened to a friend on mine. The worst a friend witnessed was the front desk gal changing the supposed cavity one surface to two surface, this means he needs to charge more for the filling. You've been warned! read more

I have been coming here since before 2012 and there is no better team than the people that work here! They value there patients like your family, care for what's important and listens to every question you may have. Wouldn't tread this place for any other Dental Dr. in San Diego! read more

Hello new Dentist! I'm not one who usually posts a review. However, I had the best customer experience during my recent visit to Pacific Beach. Dr Hernandez, Betty, & Leida made my dental experience the best! Betty was quick to answer all my questions related to insurance & treatment. To my surprise, she was also the dentist's assistant woah!! Dr. Hernandez knew exactly how to handle my teeth. He began working on me immediately! It was so seamless! No waiting around here! Dr. Hernandez is great! Everyone was knowledgeable and friendly! When I was done Leida had a protein shake waiting for me knowing that I was not going to be able to eat until later. I live 150+miles away & I will be coming back! read more

Dr Hernandez is a great dentist. He and his staff is always happy to see me when I come in. It is easy to get an appointment to fit your schedule, to make urgent appointments right away and your next cleaning appointment in advance. Dr Hernandez really cares and wants to help you. I've recommended him to my friends. Dorothy read more

Best experience I've had at a dentist in my life!! I've been to quite a few dentists all over California and Utah. I've had over 15 fillings, Invisilign, deep cleanings and damage from a tongue ring I've had in the past. PB Smiles Studio kept my appointment to the exact time, no lag which was great! The X-rays were quick and painless, the doctor was thorough and educational, made sure I understood everything he was talking about they checked insurances and let me know out of pocket costs and severity of what services I need first. They are an Invisilign provider and can pull over my previous records!! They are amazing love this experience and my future services are scheduled. I will be back! read more

Dr. Hernandez and his team at PB Smile Studio are very professional and provide exceptional dental care. The front desk staff, especially Betty are always helpful and pleasant to interact with. I have never had an unpleasant experience during my visits and would highly recommend their services. read more

Out of the many dentists I have experienced, Dr. Hernandez is my favorite. He genuinely cares about the health of my teeth, and is very fair regarding his dental plans. I am usually very sensitive when it comes to cleanings since my gums have always had minor issues; but with Dr. Hernandez I feel well taken care of. Betty at the front desk, always has a passionate attitude regarding the options I can do to better my smile. I love her enthusiasm! I will be a long time customer for sure. read more

The receptionist, dental hygienists and Dr Hernandez are all very kind, and the cleanings were professional and thorough. I had no problems with regular visits, but if you need anything more serious taken care of, I would recommend going to someone else. read more

Dr. Hernandez takes care of my 97 year old mother and previously my girlfriend. Both were no insurance type cases and we opted for his annual package that includes exam X-rays and two quality cleanings. Waits are short, the explanations are thorough and I see all the other patients who love this office as well. We couldn't be happier with his professionalism and empathy. We also get great value for our money invested. As a retired orthopedic surgeon, I appreciate his knowledge, dedication and skill! read more

Dr. Hernandez and his staff are excellent. After not visiting the dentist for over 3 years, I came in about 6 months ago for a cleaning and check-up. The staff is very friendly and professional. I ended up needing some fillings done which Dr. Hernandez completed as well as additional straightening to improve my overall smile. My teeth look better than they have in many years, thanks to Dr. Hernandez and his team. This will be the only dentist office I visit as long as I live in San Diego. read more

Unbelievably smooth, professional, and friendly practice. I'm here in San Diego for work and had a previously filled cavity "chip" off. I debated waiting until I got home to get it fixed, but decided to handle it while I was here. Based on the amazing online reviews I decided to visit Dr. Ricardo Hernandez at Pacific Beach Smile Studio. From the moment I walked in everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful. I had prefilled my first time patient forms through ZocDoc so check in was a breeze. I was seen immediately and the hygienist took X-Rays of the tooth as well as pictures. While waiting for Dr. Hernandez they set me up with Netflix and wireless headphones, which were super nice. Dr. Hernandez explained that it was close to being a root canal but he would try to just replaced the cavity filing if possible. He was incredibly patient and thorough in explaining everything, and walked me through the X-Rays and images of the tooth they took. Prior to beginning the work, they went over my treatment plan and explained the costs upfront based on needing the root canal or not. Once they started working they got me nice and numb and after removing some decay and examining the tooth explained the root canal wasn't necessary and they were able to just replace the cavity filling. They added some extra layers of protection and treatment to make sure the tooth wouldn't be sensitive to hot and cold, as well as matched the existing tooth color perfectly. Dr. Hernandez and his team were completely transparent, honest, and had an amazing bedside manner. A lesser Doctor would have jumped at the opportunity to perform a root canal and collect the additional money, especially knowing i was in from out of town and likely wouldn't be back. If i lived here this would definitely be my regular dentist! Highly highly recommended! read more

I had a dental emergency and a friend referred me to Dr. Hernandez's office. Betty at the front desk was so kind and sympathetic, told me they will take care of me and to come right in! Dr. Hernandez was a God send by diagnosing & relieving my excruciating pain!!! Dr. Hernandez is compassionate, very thorough in his explanation and ever so gentle during the procedure. I am pain free and this meant everything to me because I had been suffering for 10 days after another dentist had worked on me. I am so thankful that my friend told me to get a 2nd opinion and referred me to her family dentist, Dr. Hernandez. I had an amazing experience, now he is the only dentist I feel I can trust and put my confidence in after the trauma I have experienced with other dentists. Dr. Hernandez my dentist for life! read more

UPDATE: I went to get my cavities filled, and Dr. Hernandez was insanely fast! He did two fillings in 15 minutes, then as I was leaving Betty told me about the preventative fillings (which my insurance only covers half of). Dr. Hernandez's office will match your insurance, so I walked out with preventative fillings with zero out of pocket! Truly amazing. Wish I could give them 6 stars! Dr. Hernandez is fantastic! He got me in and out of my cleaning and exam in less than an hour! I will definitely be seeing him twice every year for years to come! read more

I love Dr. Hernandez and his team so much! They are kind, intentional and great at what they do. I used to feel indifferent about going to the dentist but now I absolutely love it! I look forward to every single cleaning. I can't recommend this place enough read more