Bertie is a fabulous hygienist. She does a very thorough job…read moreof cleaning my teeth. And, she makes each visit entertaining with her stories.

This place is a gem. I've had my teeth examined and cleaned for decades. So many newer dental…read moreoffices act like plastic surgeons, insisting on services my insurance will not cover but are somehow necessary. This is upselling and it's an incredible annoying cheap ploy for a dentist to compensate what insurance does not cover. The office of Dean Nguyen isn't like that - they're old school. They make sure my teeth are healthy, thoroughly examined, and properly cleaned. No added b.s. that I never asked for. All the staff here are great to work with. Diana was my hygienist recently, and she clearly enjoys her job and working with patients. As so many others here have stated, I highly recommend and endorse this dental office.

I saw Dr. Fred Harandi's commitment to professional excellence after recommended by a patient for…read moreover a decade.  Arriving with a tooth fractured while chewing, I feared Invisalign was needed again. Despite being an Invisalign provider, after assessing my bite digitally and manually Dr. Fred found my repeating that expense was unnecessary which showed integrity. Dr. Fred is reachable when necessary and communication with his team is simple, effective and responsive. Each member of Smile Dentistry's team is caring, friendly and supportive of your dental health. Both the hygienist and Dr. Fred recommended personalized dental care tips. Dr. Fred's exam techniques and technology choices attest to his advanced education at UCSD and USC. He explains your film findings and treatment options in simple terms for sound and lasting results.  Having TMJ, Dr. Fred examined my bite with articulating paper using the same methods as my Oral, Head and Neck Pathologist several counties away. I could not find a local practitioner skilled in these techniques. Dr. Fred took time fixing my bite to prevent further fractures without my feeling like a nuisance or rushed. Dr. Fred's digitizer results in crowns with a superior fit compared to standard impressions. When outside referral was necessary to other specialities, Dr. Fred personally ensured I received treatment soon and his entrusted network is equally advanced in training, technology and conscientiousness. All were in-network with my insurance which is uncommon. His welcoming other specialties' opinions further increased my trust. Each provider called me after major treatment checking on my recovery and answering questions.  Dr. Fred and his team are kind, patient and considerate and the office is inviting. Pricing is reasonable without pushing unnecessary aesthetic treatments. Thank you Dr. Fred and San Diego Smile Dentistry for patiently and gracefully returning my dental health.

Very kind staff. I came here to get retainers and Dr. Fred made sure to point out any concerns he…read moresaw in my scans. Fair pricing as well! No upselling or feeling rushed out to get to another patient. I highly recommend.

I came in as a first time patient for a dental cleaning, and the team was ready for me as soon as I…read morearrived. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and professional throughout the visit. My dental hygienist was very experienced and efficient. She quickly completed my Xrays and made the entire process feel smooth and comfortable. The cleaning itself was thorough, and I never experienced any discomfort. The appointment was completed in a timely manner, and the dentist provided an honest and informative evaluation of my Xrays and my overall dental health. Overall, I had a great experience and would highly recommend Linda Vista Dentistry to anyone looking for quality dental care!

Love going here for my dental work, always met with friendly staff and excellent care. Everything…read moreis organized and the level of detail is great. Shout out to Selena for last working on me! She's very thorough and attentive yet gentle which I appreciate :) Dr. Lisa is amazing and definitely has a wonderful team with her!

Just had my first root canal with Dr. Nick, assistant Ibeth. I am a high anxiety patient and they…read moretook their time to explain the entire procedure. They made me feel comfortable and most importantly not a burden with my anxiety. Receptionist Sarah also went out of her way to make me feel comfortable and in control the entire time. I highly recommend this office.

Have to say this is my go to dentist from now on. Albeit I've paid a good amount out of pocket…read morehere, the dentist here Dr. Refahi is honest and is the dentist you'd want doing your dental work. I've never felt he's upsold me on work and the procedures he has recommended actually saved me from long term issues. Staff has always been friendly and accommodating.

I've been a patient here for about five years, and I can honestly say I'm one of the most…read moreparticular (some might say picky) patients a dentist or orthodontist could have. Over that time, Dr. Brian Mananquil and the entire Bella Vita Dental team have consistently gone above and beyond to make sure every concern I've had was addressed with patience, transparency, and genuine care. My treatment has been pretty extensive, to say the least. Dr. Brian has handled everything from implants and sinus lifts to numerous rounds of Invisalign and refinements, along with all of my general fillings, crowns, and other dental work. You name it--I've probably had to get it done; my teeth needed the whole kitchen sink. Throughout the entire process, he has always taken the time to clearly explain my options, answer every question I had, and make adjustments whenever I wanted to explore different approaches. I never once felt rushed or dismissed, which is incredibly important when you're making decisions about major dental work. What stands out most is how accommodating and patient he has been. Even when I've been very detail-oriented about my results, he's always been willing to work with me to get things exactly right. That level of commitment and professionalism is rare. The office is also consistently well-run, the staff is friendly and organized, and appointments are handled smoothly. If you're looking for a dentist or orthodontist who is skilled, thoughtful, and truly invested in achieving the best outcome for their patients, I can't recommend Dr. Brian enough. After five years of complex treatment, I'm extremely grateful I chose this practice.

I've been a patient at Bella Vita since 2019. For years, I raved about their services…read more Unfortunately, that's no longer the case. At my last cleaning, I was repeatedly pushed toward a deep cleaning I didn't want or need. It took three firm "no" responses before the receptionist finally dropped it. I went into my most recent appointment already hesitant, and to no surprise, the same thing happened again. This time, I confronted them about it and ultimately walked out without receiving the cleaning I scheduled. Their entire process seems to have been reversed. What used to be: X-rays cleaning recommendations has become: X-rays gum measurements a sales pitch for $3,000+ worth of treatment pressure to commit before receiving the service you came in for. After I told the receptionist I simply wanted the cleaning I had scheduled, the hygienist came in and immediately asked, "What's your hesitation?" That felt less like patient care and more like a sales tactic. When I voluntarily schedule and pay for a dental appointment, I expect to receive the service I came for - not a high-pressure sales pitch. I will not be returning, and I will not be recommending Bella Vita. What was once a practice with great service and kind people now feels more like a dental dealership focused on upselling before patient care. It's a shame. You had something good, and you squandered it.

Quick appointment, no upsell pressure. Hygienist was gentle and the dentist explained everything…read morebefore doing it. Office is clean, wait time was short. Only gripe is parking fills up fast. Good spot if you hate the dentist but need one anyway.

Let me start by saying this office is probably fine for routine cleanings and cavities. I don't…read morethink Dr. Qadeer overdiagnoses, and I genuinely wanted to like this place. About two months ago, I had a crown done that I definitely needed. Before the procedure, the only risk discussed was the possibility of needing a root canal because the decay was close to the nerve. I wish there had been a more thorough conversation about the crown process and potential complications beforehand. During the crown prep, I was surprised at how quickly Dr. Qadeer worked. I assumed maybe he was just very experienced, but in hindsight I think the procedure may have been rushed. Two weeks later, I still had pain and inflamed gums when I went in for the permanent crown. I was given a mouthwash that helped, the crown was placed, and I was told everything looked fine. About a month later, I returned for a cleaning and called ahead to say I was still having pain and wanted the tooth checked again. After another X-ray, Dr. Qadeer told me I needed surgery to lengthen the bone because the crown was not sealed correctly. I was shocked. He then claimed this had been discussed beforehand, which it had not, and said he hadn't mentioned it earlier because he wasn't sure until seeing the new X-ray. Quadeer blamed my anatomy not his work for the issue. He later offered to redo the crown at no cost. I reached out to two close friends from college who are dentists -- one an endodontist and one a general dentist who does crowns regularly. Both felt the tooth was likely a difficult case but that surgery sounded excessive. They also pointed out that the issue on the X-ray was already visible when the crown was originally cemented. We decided I should see an endodontist they recommended and trusted. He performed the root canal and prepared the tooth for a replacement crown, since doing additional work on the original crown would likely continue irritating the tooth. I then returned to Dr. Qadeer to redo the crown. During that visit, he still would not take accountability for what happened. He repeatedly said he didn't want to work on my tooth if I didn't trust him, which made the interaction uncomfortable. How could I fully trust him at this point? My permanent crown was delivered this week, and my dentist friends said it looks perfect. I do think Dr. Qadeer is capable of good work. My issue is more with how this situation was handled. If he had simply acknowledged it was a difficult case and said the crown needed to be redone, I would have understood. Instead, the responsibility was consistently shifted to my anatomy or to "not seeing it" earlier. Dentistry requires a great deal of trust, and once that trust is lost, it's hard to regain. I appreciate that he offered to redo the crown at no cost, but overall I left disappointed. My impression is that he prioritizes quantity over quality and that can become a problem when a case requires more time and attention.

I have seen many dentists over the years but, this was a pleasant experience. (which few can say…read moreabout a dental visit). Staff was warm and accommodating and Dr DeMeyer explained what he needed to do today and in the future. I was impressed

Another day, another dental visit! I went in for my regular cleaning. I also received x-rays today…read more Everybody was very helpful (Connie, Debra & Dr. Noris) and my teeth are squeaky clean. I know everyone doesn't love going to the dentist, but I never fear coming here. I recommend this Dental group without reservation. Peace.

10/10 experience! Dr. Nina Mojaver is the absolute best. I got composite veneers done about 15…read moreyears ago and it was time for them to be replaced. During my consultation, Dr. Mojaver gave me options and let me know what would bring me the best results. We did zoom whitening, replaced my 2 old veneers with new composite veneers and filled in the black triangle & gap between my centers. I am overly joyed and satisfied with the results. She is going to make sure your smile is basically perfect before you get out of the chair as she is very detail oriented. Dr. Mojaver is extremely skilled, professional and personable. All of the hygienist are skilled and knowledgeable as well. The front desk staff was also very helpful. One thing I noticed is how encouraging the staff is to one another. There were several times where I would hear "great job" or "nice work." That is a positive work environment. I would recommend this dental office a thousand times over. Thank you to everyone who helped bring my dream smile to life, so perfect and natural. The 1-star reviews posted here are NOT AT ALL reflective of the experience that I had at Fifth Ave Dental Arts. I almost let those reviews deter me, but I'm glad I didn't. Go and experience for yourself.

I've been coming to this dental office for the last three years and sadly besides an awesome,…read morepolite and punctual hygienist, there is nothing else to seek there. Once I switched for Fifth Avenue to be my main dentist office, I was persuaded that my old crown was pushing on my gums creating bleeding. I was told I needed to remove an old crown and swap it out for this modern crown they offer. Honestly, I did not have any discomfort with my gums and crown has been there for over 10 years, but doctor was insistent it needed to be changed, so I obliged. Surely enough, this "new" and "much needed" crown breaks IN HALF two years later. So much for my terrible old crown that actually lasted 10 years. I got back to the office to fix my half broken crown that they installed and was informed that my insurance would not be covering this expense due to very little time lapsed. And office's warranty is only a year. So they attempted to charge me almost $1,000 out of pocket for SOMETHING THEY MESSED UP. I declined this and mentioned that I do not believe it was fair and they dropped the price to $400. I fully understand if I go to any other office, my insurance won't cover the expense because this unprofessional office exhausted my insurance so I did not have much choices here (unless I wanted to walk around with half broken tooth). I still do not believe what they did to me is fair and would love to see the refund for the terrible job they have done at the first place. Oh and on top of that doctor was 40 minutes late for the appointment and I spent over 2.5hours just to get a temporary crown done. Come on guys

I've gone here for a couple of years now and I've really enjoyed the experience. Their office is…read moreclean, neat, and staff is professional while friendly. Some places in San Diego I've been to have been pretty harsh when cleaning my teeth or they try to sell a lot of services to me unnecessarily. I really appreciate how this office does none of that, but I've had a really pleasant experience where my teeth cleanings feel fine afterwards yet well cleaned. Very happy with Dr. Tran and Michael

I was thinking trying new dentist out as my last dentist sold their business. And this has a bunch…read moreof good yelp reviews. Boy was that a huge mistake. First consultation and I'm met with a lady after who parks me in a side room with a consultation. Prior to this the dental hygienist repeatedly told me "we won't sell you on anything you don't need." After the preliminary x-rays the hygienist went in to look at my gums. You know when they throw a number for root planing this guy was throwing up 4s, 5s, and 6s in milliseconds. All of a sudden I have horrible gum disease I never thought I had. The lady giving me a "dental plan" of $2000+ after insurance was telling me of how many state of the art laser interrogations I needed that insurance wouldn't cover at all. Fast forward to my dental cleaning. Btw I have to pay out of pocket a significant amount bc "I have gum disease now". They numbed me up so bad I couldn't go back into work. I had 2 sessions of periodontal scaling and root planing. The first lasted 30 minutes. The second lasted 15 minutes. These should have gone for an hour and a half. I went to a new dentist who told me none of what this dentist stated was accurate. This Origin Dentist after my first visit asked me to write a 5 star review. I can't believe how many chumps are going to write 5 star reviews because of the hip music and reed diffusers make them feel like this is a good honest dentist when clearly there's very little integrity here. Worst dentist I've ever gone to.

Outstanding first dental visit at Dr. Manolescu's office, I'm super impressed! I was greeted by…read morenice receptionist and received notably thorough care during my visit. I had clear x-rays taken carefully and carefully reviewed by Dr. Manolescu, finally an incredible dental cleaning. The care tips provided by the hygeneist were detailed. I am beyond impressed and feel so lucky to have this great dental care. For my first visit I am extremely confident that I am in the best of care with Dr. Manolescu's office. They are very skilled in dentistry.

After being diagnosed with sleep apnea and not being able to use a CPAP, I knew who I'd ask for…read moreadvice on alternatives. I knew she'd be worth the 2 hour trek from Pasadena. Not surprisingly, her office is still super clean and organized. It had been a few years since I last visited. She also uses the latest and greatest equipment which even my dentist in Pasadena doesn't have or use. Dr Adina presented me several choices to help me with my sleep apnea (Somnomed, TAP and Panthera). Ended up deciding on the Panthera classic. The device is super light and is the smallest amongst the other companies. Fitting was straight forward as Dr. Adina took digital impressions which was awesome as I didn't have to have my mouth full of plastic trays and impression material. My dental appliance arrived in less than 2 weeks. Will hopefully be able to create a more peaceful environment so that my wife won't have to sleep next to a "raging bear" at night anymore.