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    Retro Smile

    4.4 (232 reviews)
    ModerateTeeth Whitening
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 1 month ago

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    My husband's before and after photos. This was the first session
    Angie M.

    I'm amazed at how much brighter my smile was after just 1 session. I'm thoroughly satisfied. Jessie was super friendly, informative and she checked in on me throughout the entire process. I've shyed away from teeth whitening because it would always leave my gums raw & in pain. I felt absolutely ZERO pain, not even the little tingles. I've done KoR in the dentist's office before and not only were my gums sensitive, it was $950! These sessions are about $140 each so not only Is the value better, it's just as effective! Check out our before and afters of our 1st session... our smiles say it all!

    Monika L.

    I've been going here for years and I swear it's the only reason my caffeine and wine addiction hasn't destroyed my pearly whites! If you need to fix your smile, Jessie is the girl for the job! I love that they always to a before and after shot. Even when I think I am not doing too bad, I am proven wrong by the obvious progress between each 20 minute session during an hour appt (three sessions). They are offering unlimited packages now and I'm pretty thrilled. You'll be comfortable, you can finally catch up on that audible book, and you wank out feeling beautiful. These results every time though. I had to finally write a review. Y'all, if you considered this at all, do yourself the favor and just schedule. You will be so happy you did!

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    Liz K.

    I had an awesome first visit to San Diego Whitening Center this morning. I arrived at 9:30 and was sent consent forms via text to fill out. Then it was on to the exam room with my technician Rebecca. She explained the process and help direct me with the whitening gel application. This is done in (3) 15 minute rounds. Time flew by with the music videos you can watch on the giant TVs. I started at a tooth shade of 20-22 and after this first session ended up at 13. 8 shades whiter!! I had no sensitivity afterward. I took before and after pics but can't really tell that much difference although I do notice teeth are brighter. Will definitely recommend SD Teeth Whitening to anyone looking for a brighter smile.

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    Cheryl N.

    Ohmygosh!!! I cannot express how happy I am with my results! Everything was perfect, the process, experience, attentiveness, precision and care was of the highest caliber! I don't usually write reviews but this inspired me - Maybe I'm gushing, but so what. My teeth looked lighter and brighter immediately after! I felt at home during a comfortable 45 min treatment and I walked out with a glowing smile. I chose San Diego Teeth Whitening because the percentage of hydrogen peroxide gel they use doesn't affect tooth sensitivity, which is something that was really important to me. Comfortability aside, I can attest, this is the biggest confidence booster I've received I was impressed with every step of my experience from ambiance and professionalism to attentive guidance and education throughout the whole process. I felt really taken care of. The technician explained that there would be x3 fifteen minute sessions with the blue light lazer; she showed me how to apply the gel, which was easy to do. It felt personalized, with timely check-ins between treatments and altogether, I fully recommend this experience if you're looking to whiten your teeth because it is so fast and easy with instantly great results! Seriously, stop reading, call and schedule!

    Lenny M.

    I recently went to get my teeth whitened and I honestly had a very good experience. Jesse is so good at explaining what to do and what not to do before and after your session. Their customer service is superb and my teeth looked amazing afterwards. Especially because I'm a coffee drinker and I worry that my teeth are not very white. Well it's been two months and my teeth are still very white I can't believe it. I know this because all my friends tell me that my teeth look very nice. Totally going back in a few months.

    Katryn G.

    So good! I've had my teeth whitening before and hated it. Was so sensitive I couldn't even finish. This technique was so different and didn't feel a thing. The staff was beyond informative and attentive. Will definitely be back

    Before and after! Lip marks went away after about an hour.
    Allison B.

    Wowowow so glad I stumbled across this place while I was at Eco Chateau Spa across the way. Very pleased with my results. Jessie was my technician. She was friendly and helpful. I wanted to hug her at the end because my teeth looked so good ! Yes you put the gel on yourself but that didn't bother me. I've paid $60 for at home whitening treatments before that took more time and weren't as effective. Plus you get take-home whitening treatment, tray and a remineralizing pen. Such an amazing value. I will be back!

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    They lie a lot. Non stop unwanted texts messages, emails and the fake teeth can't be whiten. Bad service

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    This place is amazing friendly staff & GREAT price. My teeth definitely are whiter. Will definitely go back

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    Ask the Community - Retro Smile

    I have a permanent retainer on the back of my teeth. Can I still get my teeth whitened?

    I have a permanent retainer and I had my teeth whitened no problem!

    Do you have before and after pictures?

    Hello. We have a few on our social media pages but you'll have to scroll to find them. :)

    How is it with sensitive teeth?

    I have sensitive teeth. I tried crest white strips and it felt like my teeth were going to fall out, I was in a lot of pain and I couldn't drink cold thinks for a week or so afterwards.… 

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    My teeth look great, Jessie was super helpful, friendly, and guided me through the process expertly.

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