After years of taking my kids to The Super Dentists and struggling through stressful visits, I…read morehonestly wish we had found Dr. Im and her team sooner. The difference is night and day. My kids used to scream, cry, and be absolutely terrified at the dentist. From the moment we walked into Dr. Im's office, the entire team was warm, patient, and incredibly kind. They truly understand children and know how to make them feel safe. Dr. Im is exceptional. She talks to the kids while she's working, calmly explaining what she's doing and what to expect next, which makes such a huge difference in easing their anxiety. There's no rushing, no fear-based approach--just reassurance, compassion, and skill. And somehow, on top of being gentle, they are also FAST (which parents know is a miracle). The appointments are efficient without ever feeling rushed, and my kids actually left feeling proud instead of traumatized. I am beyond grateful we found this office. If you're a parent whose kids are anxious about dental visits, this is the place. I truly can't say enough positive things about Dr. Im and her amazing team. They've completely changed the dental experience for our family. Highly, highly recommend.

Could not be happier about coming here! Truly the BEST care we've ever had at a dentist. Dr. Ellen…read moreis incredible--so kind, gentle, and actually listens to parents' concerns. You can tell she really cares about the kids and makes them feel so comfortable. The office staff was just as amazing--so welcoming, patient, and kind from start to finish. I drove an hour to get here and it was completely worth it. This will be our new dental home for all three of my kids. 20/10 recommend to any mama looking for a dentist who truly cares!

This was my 1.5 yr olds second visit to a dentist, but first here. We came in because he chipped a…read moretooth and we wanted to get it looked at. The front area has toys to distract young kids. We got called to the back and I appreciate them allowing both parents to go. The room was quite large. Had books and TVs(on ceiling too) to distract. They put on bluey which was very nice . My son does not like people touching him so I knew there would be screaming but the team did a great job of moving fast. My husband held him and they cleaned and flossed his teeth and did an x ray. Then the dentist came in and checked his mouth too. When we left he got a toy, sticker and balloon(which really helped him calm down)

This was our first time going to Sprouting Smiles and it was so great! The staff was all so warm…read moreand welcoming which is very important for a children's office. I loved how modern all the technology was! They even provide headphones and television while my child got his teeth cleaned, I'm also very thankful my son was able to get his cavities fixed without any discomfort! If you are looking for a pediatric dentist I highly recommend Dr Wendy and her amazing staff.

I had a great experience with this dental office and the entire team. I came in with a broken tooth…read moreand needed urgent treatment, and Dr. Rafik Riad truly did his best to help me. I was very stressed and nervous, but he was calm, responsible, patient, and very professional throughout the whole process, which made me feel much more comfortable and relaxed. Dr. Rafik Riad was extremely supportive and handled everything very professionally. The entire team was kind, caring, supportive, and professional as well. The office is very clean, organized, and honestly has such a positive and welcoming energy. I'm truly happy that I chose this dental office, and I'm genuinely very happy and grateful that I had the chance to meet Dr. Rafik Riad and his amazing team.

The staff was very kind, helpful Dr Riad was patient and…read moreexplained everything that needed to be done and spent the time to get to know me as well as help me free safe. Thank you After many years of high anxiety and stress with dentists from the past it was a much better experience.

My second review for Dr. McGrady and her wonderful staff. My 23yo cognitively impaired and autistic…read moreson can no longer be seen in a hospital setting for his dental procedures. His whole life, we have had to have him under general anesthesia I'm rider to get any and all dental done: day, cleanings, fillings, etc.. because of his sensory issues and flight/fight fears. In the past year, McGrady has been the first and only dentist who has managed to do cleanings in her office, winning my son's trust with her patient, calm and non-condescending manner. Today, she managed to have two cavities filled, without general anesthesia, in her office --- and my son did wonderfully. They are true miracle workers and I'm forever grateful!!

Dr McGrady was so calm, patient, and kind to my son & I. My son is 1.5 years old, and the visit…read morewas his 1st dental visit. I was having trouble getting my son to let me brush his teeth, or getting him to try himself. Dr McGrady was able to keep my son calm in the chair and remove the buildup on his molar. She gave me a lot of great advice that quickly led my son to becoming a willing & sometimes even happy participant in the brushing of his teeth 2 times a day! She also spent extra time sending me info on different toothpastes & ingredients that I was worried about due to him having bad reactions to a popular ingredient. We will definitely be returning here for my son's next appointment in 6 months!

This office deserves ALL the stars! The staff is amazing so friendly, patient, and genuinely great…read morewith kids. They know exactly how to turn a dental visit into a fun, stress-free experience. From the moment we walk in, everyone is smiling and welcoming, and my child leaves happy and proud every time. Thank you Bright pediatric smiles

Dr. Sam is fantastic! And her staff is fabulous too. Great care, kind people and nice facility with…read moreall the amenities that help kids not hate visiting the dentist: movies, fun-flavored tooth polish, and prize dispensers. We are really thankful we found this dentist--feels like we hit the jackpot!

I had some cavities taken care of by Dr. Cohen yesterday and was very happy with my experience. The…read moreconsultation was very thorough and informative which made me confident to book an appointment right away. Erica did her best to fit my schedule and was so nice and helpful all the way. The treatment only took an hour and was pain free, Dr. Cohen and his assistant made sure I was comfortable every minute of it and done an amazing job! Thank you Smiles by Design

Just had my first visit. Everyone was very friendly. Office clean and equipment is new(er)…read more Cleaning, X-rays/check-up went very well. No complaints! Definitely found my new place. I'm extremely happy!!

We have been going here since our Rosie was very little! The staff is not only pleasant they are…read moreaccommodating to a busy schedule! The dentist is both knowledgeable and makes going to the dentist easy!!!

My kids have been patients of Dr. Ambrosio's for a decade. Hygienists, front office staff, and…read moredoctor have all been phenomenal. Every staff member is great with sensory-sensitive kids. They are communicative and thoughtful in how they approach dental treatment. Sometimes my kids have had a harder time with traditional x-rays because of their sensory sensitivities and if needed, they will use a dental cone beam computed tomography machine which they have in their office as well. They also have something called a Solea laser which is leading-edge equipment that makes things like cavity repair faster and more comfortable. I appreciate dental offices that keep up with technology to improve the patient experience, especially for kids. (Yes, I used to work in the dental industry too!) The office is clean, modern, bright, and the whole team is extraordinarily friendly! Highly recommended!

I had a GREAT first dental appointment experience! I was pleasantly surprised by the initial…read morefriendly and social setting making it comfortable for my kid before doing his first ever dental exam ... and Dr. J met with us/the parents (while kids pretended to brush Dinos teeth, etc) personally and gave us an effective, informative educational session about the importance of dental hygiene for kids and busted some myths .... When it was time for my kiddo's exam and fluoride treatment, he got a bit nervous, but it was quick, which made it easy...plus, he also got to pick out a fun toy on our way out! They also have mini tv screens to help entertain kids on the exam chairs ... best part is that it's located right in between Chuck E. Cheese and Trader Joe's, right off the 15!

This place needs to be reviewed for insurance fraud…read more This review is long over due. Summary: - They made us pay the full quote in full upfront. Told us they'd refund whatever insurance didn't cover. - They billed our insurance more than the quote. - The offered refund was less than the difference. - When it was time for our check, they told us they'd contact us when our check would be ready. Said it would be within two weeks. - Contacted them four weeks later and they said our check has been waiting. They didn't contact us. Pick up check and it printed that same day. Liars and crooks.

We had an amazing experience at Poway Pediatric Dentistry! From the moment we walked in, the staff…read moremade my child feel comfortable and welcome. The office is very clean, modern, and designed perfectly for kids, which really helps reduce any anxiety. The dentist and assistants were incredibly patient, kind, and professional. They explained everything clearly, took their time, and made sure my child felt safe throughout the entire visit. You can tell they truly care about kids and know how to work with them. What impressed me the most was how smoothly everything went -- no stress, no tears, just a positive experience from start to finish. My child actually left smiling and not afraid of the dentist anymore, which says a lot. Highly recommend Poway Pediatric Dentistry to any parents looking for a trustworthy and caring dental team for their kids!

they have the best service ever! after every appointment I…read morecatch myself staying a little extra just to converse with everyone. I love how flexible they are, attentive, and quick! they offer such great care. I can keep on going, but i'll just end it here! 10/10

This place is absolutely amazing! From the front office personnel to the dental assistants,…read morehygienists, and dentists-all easily earn 5 stars! Professional, friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. Usually see Dr. Rygg-he's great. Today I saw Dr. Ortega-she was phenomenal! Ashley is up front and is always friendly and lets other members is the team know right away when I'm there. Merush (spelling) the hygienist is so kind, thorough, and gentle. The dental assistants have always been extremely kind and helpful. Today Monica helped me out-she was the bomb. She got my inlay designed really quickly and was patient and kind enough to let me watch the process when I asked. She kindly said, "it's your tooth-of course you can watch!" Seriously don't get how this place gets less than 5 stars. The dental team even stayed late today so I could get an inlay the same day as my exam so I didn't have to come back; top-notch and customer-oriented to say the least!!

I really wanted to love this place. I was excited to finally find a local dentist through my…read moreinsurance, but the experience left a bad taste in my mouth--literally and figuratively. From the moment I sat down, it felt like the goal wasn't to help me, it was to upsell me. A dental hygienist came in and strongly pushed an extremely expensive deep cleaning treatment, claiming I had gum disease and bone loss--despite no other dentist ever telling me this before. The plan involved lasers and multiple stages of treatment totaling around $2,200--and that was with my two insurance policies on file. I came in to address an painful bump on my palate and potentially a failing crown, but it seemed like unless I paid heavily out of pocket, they couldn't or wouldn't move forward. I only allowed them to do imaging and the exam. The rest felt like a sales pitch. And that's not why I go to a dentist. The doctor I saw (Dr. Ekta) told me that a root canal I had done at another office was "botched" and needed to be redone--which is fine, that's her professional opinion. But when I asked if she could write a brief statement or letter so I could appeal the insurance claim, she refused. To me, that's a red flag. If you're confident enough in your diagnosis to tell me I need to redo a major dental procedure, you should be confident enough to put that in writing to support your patient. I had to use her chart notes, which were vague at best. The only positive part of my visit was the x-ray technician--she had a great personality and made me feel comfortable during that part of the process. Props to her. But overall, the practice feels profit-driven, not patient-focused. Between the aggressive upselling, the lack of support with my insurance, and the general vibe of "pay big or get nothing," I won't be returning. And if you're thinking of coming here--read the reviews first.