DENTIST IN San Diego,CA
Clairemont Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics
Accepting new patients
ADDRESS
fax : 858-268-0210
BUSINESS HOURS
- Mon : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tue : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wed : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thu : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Fri : 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sat : 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Sun : Closed
- We are OPEN for ALL dental care procedures and emergency needs. Protecting the health and safety of our patients, families, and team members remains our number one priority.
LANGUAGE SPOKEN
- English
INSURANCE
We accept and honor most dental insurance plans (PPO & HMO). The following are just a few of the dental insurance carriers we’re providers for:
- Aetna
- Ameritas
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Cigna
- Delta
- Guardian
- MetLife
- United Health Care
- UCCI
Dental Services
176 Reviews
4.0 Overall Rating
Our orthodontic experiences have been great at Clairemont Smiles. The staff is wonderful, the doctor is honest, and the braces are giving my kiddos amazing smiles. Our favorite person is Marella at the front desk. She makes every visit pleasant…
My family and I have been patients at this office for over 5 years. We always have the best experiences. Everyone is knowledgeable. One person in specific I’d like to shout out is Marella. She is very patient and always goes above and beyond to…
I was in search of an orthodontist who accepted my insurance, after reaching to countless locations I found Clairemont Smiles, the receptionist Marella was so amazing and patient with me. She helped me get set up and booked me an appointment…
Great service! Marella was very helpful and kind and the appointment went smoothly! Recommended!
If I can give more than 5 stars, I would. My hygienist Sarah was so thorough, gentle, and informative of all of my concerns and questions. Provided comfort from start to finish. Highly recommend this establishment and Sarah the hygienist. Very…
I definitely Reccomend this place! Everyone was kind, helpful and amazinge especially Annie who did a great job making my teeth feel brand new!
Annie did an amazing job taking care of my teeth. She explained the process of what she was doing and why. She takes her time of making sure your teeth’s and gums are healthy! Gives great advise on what tooth paste and mouth wash to use to keep…
Wow! The Hygienst that clean my teeth was amazing. I would like to give a shout out to Annie!!! I hate going to the dentist from bad previous experiences. However, She made me fell comfortable and was very polite.
Annie is awesome❤️
I love this place! I've feared dentists for a long time. Dr Lee and the staff here have helped me over come that fear. The office ladies Kat and Marella are the BEST, they always have an amazing attitude and help take the tension out of going to…
I'm so glad I switched dental offices to Clairemont Smiles. I just had the best experience with your hygienist, Annie. She was very welcoming, thorough, and gentle. Thank you for a smooth visit!
Annie Gonzalez at Claremont Smiles Dentistry is an exceptional dental hygienist! She is thorough, gentle, and incredibly professional. Annie took the time to explain everything clearly, making me feel comfortable and at ease during my visit. Her…
Annie Gonzales, their Dental Hygienist, is extremely friendly, constantly checking in on her patients and ensures all her patients feel at ease. Annie gets a 5-star rating not only for her expertise in clinical care but also for excellence in…
The staff here is very friendly which my family appreciates. Annie, their Dental Hygienist, is very gentle and thorough and sweet. Thank you Clairemont Smiles for an amazing experience.
I had an amazing experience with Clairemont Smiles Dentistry. I had not gone to the dentist in a few years and they made my experience easy and comfortable. Aiko took my x-rays and was very sweet and informative of the process. Dr. Le and…
I have been terribly afraid of dentists for my whole life and had reached a point where I hadn't been to one in years.. a coworker recommended Clairemont Smiles to me and now I have been getting my three month cleanings for two years. They are…
Ms. Aiko was very kind, she reassured me and made all my nervousness go away and she's very efficient with the equipment, and Dr. Ho was very great and so amazingly professional, I'll look forward to going again
I had a standard checkup today and the process was efficient yet thorough as always. Dr. Ho has helped me in the past with some chipping caused by teeth grinding and did an amazing job with my crowns on my front teeth. They look so real and…
I saw Dr. Ho today. She was assisted by Aiko in placing a new crown. I have been coming here since before the pandemic and have always gotten great service. Dr. Ho is an excellent dentist, does very good work. I take my daughter here and highly…
Had to come for a few appointments and they've been nothing but friendly, helpful, and accommodating to make sure everything fits just right! Dr. Ho and Aiko were great and Kat at the front was always friendly and made arriving and scheduling…
Amazing dentistry! Kat and Marella at the front are always so knowledgeable and sweet. Aiko and fernando have always been great, Sarah and Dr.Ho are best clinical team I have had in a really long time! If you are looking for the best dental team…
Great Dentistry, very professional and friendly staff that’s helpful and informative on improving and keeping your oral hygiene up to par.
My hygienist Sarah went above and beyond, she’s amazing! She is so competent, she’s so knowledgeable. 10 starts go to her!
Sarah is a kind and thorough Hygienist! It’s a pleasure to come in and be greeted with so much friendly energy. She gets my vote for employee of the year. The entire office is a comfortable space thanks to the smiles and friendly staff. 🙏
I’ve been going to this dentist for a few years and I don’t plan on changing. Everyone is always very sweet and helpful. I have been seen by Dr. Ho for the last few visits and I purposely make sure to schedule with her because I know that she…
Great Dental Team!!! Thank you Aiko and Maria for the great advice and recommendations! Cheers to Annie and Dr Alvarado for the professional cleaning and 👑
I want to thank Annie, my hygienist, for the excellent work she does cleaning my teeth. She is dedicated and thorough, as well as enthusiastic and patient.
Great service and staff. Everyone was super patient and knew what they were going. Special thanks to Vania for getting me through my deep cleaning, I appreciate how thorough she was, I could tell she really cares about my dental hygiene.
I came for a clean up and Annie was the one that do it and she was the best. She take care of me and make sure I was ok. I’m really satisfied with my visit ☺️☺️
I’ve been seeing Dr. Alvarado for years and have always been happy with my care, however today went above and beyond. Aiko came and got me right away making my X-rays smooth and easy. Then I had Annie for the first time as my hygienist. She is…
Sarah (hygenist) did a great job today. We’ve been coming for years and are happy with the service, the hygentists, and the dentists.
Dr. Ho and Annie are awesome! They really care about your dental health and because of their thorough care, consultation and guidance, I am a lot more confident on how to best care for my teeth. They make feel more at ease and they truly care…
decided to finally give a review after having time to let the experiences marinate and here it is I have been a patient here for about a year and a half give or take and for good reason. I can't speak highly enough of Clairemont's smiles. I…
I really loved my experience at clairemont smiles! Booking an appointment with them was super easy and they got me in quick. I’m super appreciative of that! Everyone at the front desk was super nice as well. The manager Kat helped me with all of…
A great place to get dental work done. Dr.le is great and Annie the hygienist does a great job. Aiko and Maria are really good assistants very friendly.
(Translated by Google) Very happy, the assistant Aiko treated me very well, very attentive and fast in her work, she was attentive to me. Doctor Alvarado very kind. I really liked how he treated me and his work. After my treatment I never had…
(Translated by Google) One of my best experiences in a dental office, highly recommended, Dr. Ho and Dr. Le are very good and take the time to explain. The assistant Aiko is a good assistant who made the X-ray process very fast. (Original) Una…
It’s a great dental office with great people and doctors. Aiko was such a good assistant. Annie is the best hygienist.
This office is great and made me feel very comfortable. The front desk staff Kat and Marella were extremely helpful and answered all of my questions. I got my wisdom teeth removed with Dr. Porazik and it was a great experience. Overall, great…
Sarah slays!!!! Best cleaning ever.
This is one of the best dental offices I’ve ever been to. The entire staff is super helpful and friendly. Kat and Marella always make sure to answer all my questions, Fernando makes the xray process a breeze, Sarah consistently does a great job…
Everyone in the front to everyone in the back (honorable mentions in the front: Marella, Steph, Cass, Kat and Mary and the back: Aiko, Fernando, Maria, and Jess) truly care about the well being of the patients and will always go the extra mile.…
Had a very pleasant experience here. Came in with a pretty bad toothache and was able to be seen quickly. Fernando and Dr. Le made the process of getting a crown comfortable and efficient, which is hard since I am pretty anxious about going to…
Dr.Ho was amazing! Very gentle and understanding of my dental anxieties ! Highly recommend!
I loved my dental cleaning with Sarah. 100% worth the value & I’m looking forward to come back ☺️
I recently visited Clairemont Smiles Dentistry to get a deep cleaning done and I was really impressed the moment I walked in. The facility was clean and the front desk was very helpful. Usually, other clinics would let you fill out paperwork on…
I recently had exceptional experience with Dr. Ho and Annie at the dental office. Dr. Ho did a fantastic job on my crown insuring. The entire process was smooth and painless. The attention to detail and professionalism were truly. Annie the…
Really like the current hygienist Annie and still like Dr. Ho. Both are professional and smart. Been going there for over 7 years.
Dr. Ho is so awesome. She takes the time to explain procedures, is kind, and always puts the patient first! The staff here is also really great.
I recently visited Dr. Ho for a general dentistry appointment, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and comfortable. Dr. Ho and his assistant, Fernando, were incredibly helpful and…
Went in for an appointment. The place was very clean and the staff was helpful. Fernando In particular was excellent!!... I'd highly recommend this place!!!!
Whole family goes here now! Kids love the toy treasure chest. Thought my cleanings couldn't get any better, then they hired Sarah! 😁
I really thought my previous person whom cleaned my teeth for so many years was great. Was I WRONG!!! When I was recommended to Clairemont Smiles and was introduced to Annie whom cleaned and cared for my teeth I was shocked!!! When I left I…
Vanya was excellent while doing my deep root cleaning.
Highly recommend this company! Everyone there is upbeat, professional, with a focus on making your experience positive. I’ve had some major dental work done over the last four months, the team there is awesome!
I have been a patient here since 2018 so this review is long overdue. The staff, Marella, Cat, and Daniel are so kind and intuitive to my needs. The office manager Mary, keeps everything running smoothly, which makes visiting the dental office a…
Been coming here over 4 years. Always great service and a smile 😃. Having Dental work done is very stressful, to be able to walk in an office and they greet you with your name, Just ease a lot of tension. 10/10!!
Annie did an amazing job! Thanks for all you do! This is the best experience I’ve had. Doctor Ho is great and the business staff addressed all my concerns regarding my insurance. Outstanding customer service!
I've been going to clairemont smiles for over 5 years and have always had a great experience. The staff are always so nice. My most recent visit was for a deep cleaning which Annie made extremely comfortable. I've had quite a bit of dental work…
Dr. Ho is life altering! She is a true treasure. The vibes are immaculate here and the staff is so friendly! We love a positive environment, am I right? Would highly recommend seeing Dr. Ho for all your dental needs. 🫶🏻
Best experience with Annie! Very friendly, thorough, and considerate making sure I was comfortable every step of the way. Always had great service from the welcoming receptionists to the friendly doctors since I started going. Special thanks…
Our family has been going here a couple of years. The office staff is so nice and they can always fit me in quickly when I’ve had emergencies. Dr. Ho is wonderful. I just had a cleaning with Annie and she was very gentle and kind.
The hygienist Annie was fantastic! She was accommodating, thorough, patient, and gave me plenty of information regarding the best way to treat my tooth sensitivity. She gave me a sample of the MI paste for remineralizing and also wrote down the…
My regular dentist Dr Alvarado was not available today and I saw Dr Le for diagnosis. To my delight I had the same well explained, and professional experience that gave me full confidence for the treatment recommended … Annie the hygienist did…
These people are wonderful, and Dr Lauren Ho really inspired confidence. My veneer fell out one evening and by 2 PM the next day I was back on my feet with a shiny new crown. Bless!!
Annie is the best! She did an amazing job cleaning my teeth!
Best cleaning I’ve ever had recently was here by Annie. She was super gentle on my teeth and was extremely nice! Took awhile to get my mouth guard after that, but it was probably just a busy day. Great location, would highly recommend!
Fantastic cleaning from Annie! I am always nervous getting my teeth cleaned. She was very gentle while thorough. I felt she really cared, was professional and went above and beyond for her patients. After the visit, my teeth felt very clean…
I had a professional dental cleaning with Annie. She was very tutorial on how the cleaning would be performed and provided several advices to help me maintain healthy gum and theeths. She was approachable and did ask many times if I felt any…
Great dental place, always send reminders just enough to know when to go in for check ups. Very respectful unlike other places I’ve been. Would recommend this place!
Got amazing same day treatment. Super responsive staff and personable dentists who helped ease dental anxiety. Highly recommend!
Traveling and walked in without an appointment. I was treated promptly and courteously.
I have to say i really hate the dentist but going here was amazing. The staff and Dr were great. I was seen on time and my experience was great. I would definitely continue to be seen here I also scheduled my husband and appointment.
Scheduled deep cleaning with them and told them I am VERY much scared of anything dental related due to a bad experience with a different dentist. They gave me a decent amount of numbing cream and injection and did not feel any pain or…
The Dentist was very transparent about my orthodontic treatment plan options. I really wished that he had what I needed. You can tell that he’s all about his patients 😊
I have been going to this place for a few years now. Dr. Alvarado and his staff are amazing! Dr. Alvarado does a great job of making sure you’re in good care and breaks down the work that you need done. I know dental work can be very pricey but,…
Very pleasant experience to be taken care of by Dr. Cheng and Darren. Highly professional and experienced treatment of me as a person and my 2 root canals. They are using latest and appropriate dental techniques and technologies to pursue and…
Claremont Smiles Dentistry in San Diego provides exceptional dentistry services - it's the best dentistry in the area. Dr. Alvarado is a highly skilled professional who ensures that all your questions are answered and concerns are resolved.…
Very happy with my visit! They got me in for pain I was having the same day I called & was able to leave with a brand new crown and no pain about 2.5 hours later. I have had my fair share of dental work in the past & this was by far my best…
Lindsay was so nice! She is super friendly definitely recommend this office!!
I love coming to this location, all the staff are very kind and explain everything thoroughly with you. My go to person at this office is Marella. She works in the front desk, she truly shows she cares about what you need and will listen to you…
I didn’t know what to expect walking in, I had a previous dentist I went to for years but when an emergency occurred they could not see me and I was referred to by a friend and clairemont smiles did NOT disappoint, as soon as I walked in I was…
I went in with tooth pain and expected the usual long wait. I was IN and OUT, the front signed me in and right away DR. HO was at work, her assistant Fernando was greatly informative and helped calm me down, he was very charismatic and educated…
My whole visit start to finish was easy and felt very comfortable! Everything that was being done & diagnosed was well explained! Would definitely recommend this facility & will be returning for all my dental needs!
The dental techs here always do a great job, but today I had an amazing cleaning performed by Sarah. Thank you Sarah. Super professional experience. Like you read my mind. Gentle touch. Over before I knew it. Thank you. Will be asking for you…
Lindsay is the best and made my braces experience delightful!
Lindsay is the best. Makes the visit actually fun!
Five stars to Dr. Ho!!! She did such a good job, I've had bad experiences with the last 2 dentists I've seen. She was really nice and makes you feel welcome, professional, and she also took her time not rushing it. I've only had one dentist I've…
An excellent experience! From the first phone call, the receptionist was extremely helpful with working me into the schedule-I chipped my front tooth and she understood my urgent needs. The Dental assistant, Fernando was friendly and…
Totally Love Love Love Lindsay the dentist assistant & Dr. T. This is my second time coming to them and everyone in the office is so pleasant with great customer service. I highly recommend this place to everyone whose looking for a teeth…
Best medical experience yet! Having just moved to the area I did not have a dentist and when an emergency came up they were able to prompt me schedule me for the same day. Everyone from Lindsay, to Maria, to Dr Alvarado was extremely…
Clairemont smiles was the greatest dental experience I have ever had my dentist rishaad taraporewalla was very nice very help and explained everything very clearly. Every staff member was polite and respectful and very helpful. Definitely…
Mirna Dukes is a fantastic Dental Hygienist! Thanks for taking such great care of my teeth. I can see and feel the difference and I actually look forward to my cleanings. I appreciate your attention to detail and care :-)
I've been to Clairemont Smiles a few times over the past year and each time I received incredible dental care. From cleanings to cavities, Dr. Taraporewalla and team have been wonderful! Dr. Taraporewalla made each of my procedures painless and…
I absolutely LOVE Clairemont Smiles!! I couldn't be happier about finding this practice. I never never felt so comfortable and happy at a dental office. They are flexible, incredibly nice, and very accommodating. Dr. Rishaad Taraporewalla did a…
Dr. Taraporewalla and his team did a great job yesterday taking care of my emergency crown replacement. I’m so glad I found this office in a pinch when mine was not able to take me. They were steady and accurate and stayed late after hours just…
Have had issues for a long time due to less than stellar habits. After seeing 3 other dentists in 4 years I finally found Dr Alvarado. Within an hour of getting to the office I had x-rays and a plan of action. Dr Alvarado answered all my…
This is where I’ve gone for dental work for maybe three years. It was just OK and I read a lot of negative reviews that mirrored some of my experiences. I was considering switching but I decided to go one more time. This last visit seemed…
Called intially with the expectation this would be a waiting list. Was pleasantly surprised they could see me for a consultation in two days. Upon entering at 2pm there was no wait and I was seen immediately. The night before I filled out the…
Dr. Taraporewalla is the BEST! We drive an extra 45 minutes from our home to this office just to be seen by him. Highly recommend!
Dr. Taraporewalla is amazing. I’m also a dentist and I don’t trust anyone else with my teeth but him. I visit San Diego a few times during the year and I make sure to take some time to get a checkup twice by him a year.
Both of my daughter's got their braces here and our experience was excellent!
Legit the best dentist I've ever had. I moved cross country in December and hadn't yet established myself anywhere, called them in a panic with tooth pain during covid -- spoke to Dr. Alvarado directly! -- and he urged me to come in same day. It…
Can I give more than 5 stars? I'm so happy to have found Clairemont Smiles. I should start with the fact that I'm normally very anxious at the dentist, and I felt very at ease with Dr. Alvarado and the way he explained things to me. Other…
I walked into the office scared knowing needles were going to be coming at my face due to the pain i was experiencing but Amanda made me feel comfortable and taken care of. I really appreciate the amount of attention i recieved and the warm…
This place is WONDERFUL. Everyone is so nice and efficient! I get my cleaning done here every six months and every time it's great and easy. Mary is a SAINT and willing to help with any situation. Shes very nice and welcoming. Thank you guys!
Went to the dentist for the first time in 3 years due to not liking my devious dentist, I was greeted by very nice ladies in the front and almost immediately after I met Dr.Parilla. I figured since I haven’t been to a dentist in a while there…
I was visiting from out of town and developed a toothache on a Saturday. Frankly I just called in hopes they could see me that day because of their friendly-looking internet ad. Not the most brilliant way to choose a dentist, I admit, but I…
Ive been a recent patient of Clairemont, and I was examined by Dr. Alvarado, he was incredibly thorough and explained why i had some deeper pockets. It was a wonderful experience and i will definately be coming back!!!
This place is awesome!!
I've been going to Clairemont Smiles for 2 years. The girl in the front, Bryce, is an absolute sweetheart. Niki does my teeth cleaning. She's also super nice and always does a thorough job.
The prices for their services are similar to other dentists specifically in San Diego County. If you do not have dental insurance and need a procedure performed such as a root canal or crown, of course it will more than $600-plus. There are…
I am beyond thrilled to have found Dr. Alvarado. I was on vacation in San Diego when my temporary crown came off (my dentist in NY kept taking impressions, the crown kept not fitting, and this was a multi day headache and process). I came into…
Had a wonderful experience at this office. Friendly staff and knowledgeable dentists!
They provided excellent dental service. I would highly recommend my family and friends to get their dental work done in Clairemont Smiles. You can tell they knew their stuff.
So far so good
Wow are we talking about the same place? Well I just got work done a few days ago so I'll see how I feel in a month or so. So far I feel great and had a pretty good experience here. I like how accommodating their days and hours are. The staff…
