I recently visited this office as a new patient, and I have to say Dr. Harouni was excellent--kind, thorough, and made me feel comfortable throughout the appointment. He took the time to explain everything clearly, and I felt confident in his care. Unfortunately, my experience with the dental assistant Lucy was upsetting. Before taking X-rays, she did not ask whether I was pregnant and later made a comment that implied she assumed I was "too old" for that to even be a concern. I found that insensitive, unprofessional, and honestly insulting. Regardless of age, that's a standard and important question to ask every patient. Overall, it was a great experience after meeting a new dentist, who actually cares, my nerves were put at ease. read more

I've been a patient at this dental office for many years, and Dr. Harouni and his team have always treated me with exceptional kindness, professionalism, and genuine care. During today's visit, Dr. Harouni shared the story of his beloved son, Dr. Benjamin Harouni. It was a deeply moving conversation that reminded me that behind every healthcare professional is a human being with joys, dreams, and sometimes unimaginable loss. As a parent myself, my heart goes out to the Harouni family. I deeply admire the way they continue to honor Benjamin's memory and carry forward his vision through the work he was so passionate about. It speaks to the love they have for their son and the strength they show every day. Thank you, Dr. Harouni, for the excellent care you've given me over the years, and thank you for trusting me with Benjamin's story. Wishing you and your family continued strength, peace, and the comfort of knowing that your son's legacy continues to touch the lives of others. read more

Smile By Us Dentistry - Great product! For people who care about their smile and teeth health. - Orthodontists Near Me - San Diego, California

Had a dental emergency! Friendly, efficient and professional service. The caring staff found a way to speed up my process. Compassionate and caring staff for sure! read more

This has been the worse dental experience I've ever had. I am a dental assistant and specifically asked them to call me with any cost-shares cause I know how insurances can be. I've called my own insurance before asking them to even do that. My plan covers 90 percent. No one called and told me anything about cost-shares, I come in and of course there's a co pay of $20 and I said ok fine. I paid that. After getting my exam done By Dr Joe who was great. The assistant wanted to do a scan on me? I declined the scan because I absolutely do not need a scan unless I'm getting a crown or braces. I wasn't getting either. Then they had Bryan come back with a whole treatment plan. I understand I needed a filling done but they wanted to do a deep irrigation, and fluoride which was bringing my cost share up to around $80 I declined things I know I didn't need. I wanted to do a regular prophy(cleaning) and my cost share was $6 for that. Bryan stated that this was the doctors standard care and if I couldn't follow through with it the office wouldn't be a fit. He then proceed to kick me out of the office!! Standard care isn't forcing someone to get fluoride, and a deep irrigation that they don't need Bryan. Don't come here if you don't know anything about insurance. My insurance covers 90 percent and they were trynna to charge more than that!! I can't wait to tell more people about my experience here! read more

After seeing the dentist response to my review and getting a second opinion, I gave my visit some more thought. I realized that almost every issue here was the hygienist. -She's the one who told me they didn't have time to clean my teeth because it was lunch (the appointment may very well have been an exam only, it was quite a while since I booked it) -She's the one who kept insisting I need irrigation because "it was so long" since my last cleaning (it was only six months) -She's the one who kept trying to get me to pay for flouride and to upgrade to a ceramic crown (even though my insurance charges the same for ceramic and includes flouride with all cleanings) -She's the one who never sent me my x-rays and ghosted me after I requested them I'm not sure if she gets paid on commission or has a standard script she uses for all patients regardless of their actual needs, but she makes the whole practice look shady with her used-car-salesman vibe. I honestly would give this practice another chance if it wasn't for her. Unfortunately, being as how most of your time at the dentist is with the hygienist, I'll pass. I worry she'd do unnecessary work, like the irrigation, or try to charge me extra for things my insurance covers. If she ever leaves the practice, maybe I'll go back and give them another chance. read more

First appointment, kind of nervous! The staff were extremely helpful and informative since the first call. Upon arrival, I was greeted and given the usual intake paperwork to fill out. Lucy walked out with the biggest smile and asked "are you ready for me?" Already, I felt relieved and like I was going to be well taken care of. She was knowledgeable, skillful, kind, and good at communicating with me through each process. Dr. Harouni was also kind, warm, confident, and made me feel at home. He had good banter, was professional and treated me like a person, which is extremely important to me when it comes to healthcare professionals. He was considerate of my time and scheduled me in for a cleaning on the spot so I wouldn't have to come in. I'm not kidding- I was smiling and laughing most of the time. I've never felt so relaxed at a dentist office in my life. I was so pleased with the service and welcoming energy that I decided to continue coming here for my dental work. My 6-month check-up has been scheduled! Definitely worth your time, money, and pearly whites. read more

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Joe and Z! After years of avoiding the dentist and bent-up anxiety, I'm so glad I found them. From the moment I walked in, they made me feel comfortable, and completely at ease. They were incredibly patient, explained everything clearly, and never made me feel judged for the time I had been away. Both Dr. Joe and Z are not only true professionals, but are also some of the kindest, most genuine people I've ever met in healthcare. They truly go above and beyond to make their patients feel cared for. I can honestly say they've completely changed the way I feel about going to the dentist. 10/10 would recommend. read more

I recommend this office especially dr joe and Lucy these two will go an extra mile for you Dr Joe does an amazing job perfecting teeth in functionality and image you walk away completely satisfied super caring the whole atmosphere is just great one of the best dentist office in Mira mesa Scripps ranch area read more

Incredible experience all the time. The working relationship of the team shows how much they care about you. I trust them completely and totally brings a new level of care. read more

This is a new dentist for my toddlers since we moved last year to the area. They are welcomed with a warm and inviting staff, and my kids feel comfortable being seen. Lucy, the hygienist, is great with my two kids and make them smile with a toy at the end to seal their great dental experience. Thank you staff at Smile Plus Dentistry for taking care of my kids and making their experience a good one! read more

I absolutely love this dental office! Every single person here goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and cared for from the moment you walk in. Mickie and Melinda at the front desk are incredible -- they're always friendly, organized, and so thorough with scheduling, reminders, and answering any questions you might have. They really help make everything run smoothly and create such a welcoming environment. Lucy is so kind and helpful, always making sure you feel at ease during your visit. You can tell she truly cares about the patients and enjoys what she does. And of course, Dr. Joe is amazing! He's extremely passionate about the care he gives and always takes the time to explain things in a way that makes sense. What stands out most is that he genuinely has his patients' best interests at heart -- he focuses on what's best for your long-term dental health, not just quick fixes. I'm so grateful to have found a dental team that's this dedicated, kind, and professional. I highly recommend Dr. Joe and his entire staff to anyone looking for quality care from people who truly care! read more

Amazon services from Dr Joe Laluz and staff. Tiffany at the front desk is amazing and personable, as well as Bryant. They always go above and beyond. Great cleaning today from Lucy (she rules!) and can always trust and appreciate Dr Joe & his great bedside manner. Been to lots of dentists all over the country and their office is hands down one of, if not, the best. Always answer their phone, can get a hold of them, and welcoming atmosphere. Solid work overall. Going to the dentist is somehow a pleasant experience when it's here. Thanks team! read more

I went this morning @ Smile by us Dentistry in Mira Mesa. Dr Joe n the rest of the staff was very nice n Professional, I never see them in more than 5 mos, I was surprise one of the employees recognize me. Lucy n Zenab was very nice. I will recommend them to my friends n family. Really Appreciate it Dr Joe. See u in Oct gys. Gdbless all read more

Staff is always amazing! And quality of work is top notch. Lucy is always happy to take care of me. Thank you for always doing great work

Dr.Joe, Zeinab , Lucy and Tiffany You are greatest, Thank you for your professional service, Very nice and patient people, very professional and polite, I love this office, read more

I love my dentist! Dr. Harouni and the entire staff go out of their way to be friendly, caring, and patient. My daughter and I feel welcomed the minute we walk in the door. Thank you, guys, for making our dental experiences less intimidating! Janay and Shayna read more

I cannot say enough great things about this office. I am also a dentist and Dr Joe has been and will always be my dentist! I love the environment from start to finish and know that I am in the best hands whenever I come in for my appointments. Thank you for taking such great care of my smile and making each appointment a pleasant experience! read more

Great experience here. The staff is lovely and friendly and helpful. They took great care of me, especially Z and Lucy! They are fun and attentive ladies! Also really like Dr. Joe read more

Dr. Joe is awesome. I appreciate him following up with me after my appointment. He took my concerns, listened to what I would like to achieve and we discussed options and treatment plans. I'm glad to have found him! Lucy and Z are welcoming and kept me comfortable throughout my appointment. Great bedside care :) Tiffany is great as well. She will answer questions you may have about the office and she will get you schedule promptly. Quickly with email response too. Dr. Harouni I and met briefly, but he did take the time to introduce himself and discuss what to expect in my next stage of treatment. Bryant did step into the room to show me the treatment plan/options. I was looking for a new dental office and several people on the Nextdoor had recommended this office. Most importantly, this office has been consistent with what they've told me from the front of the office to the back. If you're in need of a dental office, come check them out. read more

Great Staff from front office, and clinical staff! particularly Lucy. Excellent quality care. Thank you Dr. for taking great good care of me. read more

Great experience getting my new crown out in. Also, Lucy took very good care of my cleaning.

Dr. Joe was awesome with listening to and addressing my concerns, and Lucy did a fantastic job with cleaning my teeth!

Tooth extraction and placing a bridge! Z and Dr J are amazing! As a typical scairdy cat - these folks worked carefully and made sure that I was comfortable the whole time. They worked with me financially and it was a great experience. I will continue carefully with them and recommend them to all. read more

Original review still stands. Everyone that works here is great except the actual dentist. He talks like a car salesman trying to get you in and out with minimal time spent. The work done is rushed and low quality. He doesn't discuss any options really, just tries to upsell you on stuff you don't need. You end up paying extra for bad stuff. Dentist also was not honest with me about my teeth, and tried to sell me on pricey tools and Invisalign. I guess you get what you pay for. If you went to McDonald's expecting fast food then you would leave satisfied. I made of mistake of going to McDonald's and expecting good quality service and quality ingredients. Definitely upgrading my dental insurance plan after these bad experiences here. Probably the worst dental work i have ever had in my entire life. read more

I was able to be seen right away when my temporary crown fell out. Luckily my permanent crown came on the same day. Lucy and Z took care of me by adjusting my crowns. Very professional and friendly place. Highly recommend. read more

Lucy is phenomenal! Thank you Lucy for being such a Sweetheart & providing me with such Excellent Dental Care! You are my favorite Registered Dental Assistant of All Time!! read more

I broke my crown and they fit me into their schedule quickly! I truly appreciate that because my tooth was exposed. When I came into my appointment I was with Z who I believe is the dental assistant. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE HER, she made my experience 10/10. Lucy was also so kind and made me very comfortable. Everyone here is so sweet and caring. Dr.Joe had a very light hand and made my appointment delightful. He made sure my crown was 100% perfect, he even called me the next day to make sure if I was in pain or not. Great hospitality and I can tell the genuine care from this team. read more

Luzy and Z were the best! They got my smile right as always. My favorite dentist, Dr Joe and hygienists. I've been coming for years and will continue to do so as this office has taken very good care of me. read more

Doctor and staff made me felt comfortable and welcome. They answered ALL of my questions. I had a filling with onlay today, I didn't feel any pain! I have anxiety when it comes to dentists but they ease it. I highly recommend! read more

Smile By Us Dentistry - Orthodontists Near Me - San Diego, California

I can't recommend Dr. Joe and his team enough. I've been coming here for a while and every visit has been a great experience. Dr. Joe is professional, friendly, personable, and thorough. He always answers my question no matter how silly they are. And the team at the clinic are wonderful as well, his assistant Zeinab is always on point and friendly. The front desk people are wonderful too, they will work with you no matter what the situation and for that I'm grateful. No one likes going to the dentist, but I don't mind coming to Smile Plus dentistry. Not only are the dentists available great, but the support staff is fantastic as well! read more

z and Lucy and Tiffany are amazing with everyon. I recommend this office 100%. I love caming here they explain everything to me. They are always on time. thanks smile by Us. read more

I highly recommend SmilePlus Dentistry. I have had lots of anxiety about going to the dentist, since I was a child. They really provide a very calming and comforting environment, the best dental experience I have ever had. Dr. Joe is so thorough and informative, and lets you know every step of the way what's going on so there are no surprises. Z is so kind and did a wonderful job with the x-rays, polishing and assisting Dr. Joe. All the office staff is friendly and very professional from the moment you walk in and are greeted by Tiffany, throughout your appointment. They don't try to sell you services you don't need like other dentists in town. read more

This dental office is absolutely amazing! I can't say enough good things about the entire team! Dr Joe is so patient, kind, and caring. The whole team makes you feel so well taken care of with a high level of professionalism while also being so loving. I have moved north since I found this office and they are so amazing it is well worth the drive to keep coming back. Thank you Smile by Us Dentistry! read more

Excellent experience even with having HMO insurance. I've tried multiple dentist and typically they try to upsell add-on services, braces, or there has even been times I was told I have cavities despite having very healthy teeth/gums. At Smile Plus, they made me felt comfortable the entire time even from the start on the phone with Tiffany. Eric was really good with the x-rays and assisting the Dr. I have TMJ and can't open my mouth to average width, so he was mindful/ask if I needed breaks. Katia was training and she was very friendly/kind. She polished my teeth and was mindful as well. I liked her a lot and was happy she could work with me as a new employee. Dr. Joe examined my x-rays and cleaned my teeth. He made me laugh and again I felt very comfortable. I liked him right away. He asked me a couple of causal questions and he let me reply by taking out the tools. I liked that he was very mindful of that as other dentist usually just expect you to reply while they're still working. He mostly focused on cleaning, so it was perfect. Afterward, he asked if I wanted more information about teeth whitening, braces, etc and when I said not today he was still just as happy and friendly. I loved that! He seemed very genuine. For exiting, Tiffany helped me scheduled my next appointment and she was just as nice and easy to work with in person as she had been on the phone. I am so relieved they lived up to their good reviews and didn't treat me differently having HMO insurance or declining additional services. Thank you =) read more

I am compelled to write a good review. One of the best experience I have had at the dentist office. Upon arrival, I was kindly greeted by Tiffany. Super nice, organized and friendly to talk to! Filled out the medical and info forms. Shorty after, Eric took me on back to get X-rays on my teeth. He was very professional and had a calming presence. Very informative, and was very efficient. After Dr. Joe reviewed my X-rays, he diagnosed me with a single cavity, and mild gum disease. Dr. Joe went in and worked his magic! It was a very pleasant experience. After I was done, Abby, whom I believe is the office manager, went over my payment/health insurance coverage. She made things clear, and didn't over charge me for anything that was unnecessary. All in all, my whole experience was smooth as butter and teeth feeling healthier and cleaner! Thank you! read more

Smile By Us Dentistry - Unpopular opinion: Had a nice time at the dentist! Thank you smile plus dentistry! - Orthodontists Near Me - San Diego, California

Lovely team overall! Th owner is super nice and I worked with Lucy and Z, they were also so kind a welcoming. Everyone got the job done. All the doctors were great. Thank you guys so much! read more

I was helped by Z and Lucy and they are awesome. Very friendly and made sure I was comfortable. I would recommend.

I had two crowns done on 6/19/2024 by Dr. Joe Laluz. He was gentle, kind, and explained each procedure along the way. This was the best dental experience I have ever had. All the office staff are friendly. I have already recommended one of my Co-workers. Pamela D. read more

Lucy is an amazing assistant and cleans very well! Highly recommend her. Great office and they treat you well.

I've been receiving care from Smile By Us for sometime now, and I wanted to leave a review in appreciation of all the team does for their patients. Melinda at the front desk is very helpful, professional and caring never missing an opportunity to ask how your life is going. Or if she can help with scheduling appointments. Lucy is a sweetheart and always makes sure that you are comfortable and well situated for any and all procedures, and always with a big smile. Z is amazing and makes sure that all billing related issues are not complicated and within your budget, she has a very good grasp and outlook on ways to help. Dr Joe is definitely one of a kind, he is unbelievably skilled, never hesitates to make sure you are beyond comfortable, he is honest and makes every visit feel like your seeing an old friend. Dr Harouni is a master of his trade, the quality and knowledge he brings to the team is next level. I appreciate all the personalized care I've received and I'm more than grateful for the entire Smile By Us Family. read more