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DENTIST IN San Diego,CA

Clairemont Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics

Accepting new patients
 
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OUR TEAM
DENTAL SERVICES
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ADDRESS

858-268-0110

fax : 858-268-0210

5675 Balboa Ave

San Diego, CA

92111

We are located on the corner of Balboa and Genesee, in the Balboa Mesa Shopping Center, next to CVS
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 : Not operating on sunday
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
 
 

Dentist In San Diego, CA

Clairemont Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics is proud to be a Smile Generation-trusted office and offers high-quality dental services. Through the use of advanced, proven technology, the team can provide comprehensive, individualized care to all their patients. The technology used helps the team provide same-day dental services which include single-visit crowns and more.

Clairemont Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics prioritizes dental emergencies and accepts new patients. They have several specialists, including a periodontist who treats gum diseases like gingivitis, an endodontist who specializes in root canals, an oral surgeon who performs wisdom teeth extractions, and an orthodontist who specializes in treatments that include braces - all available in one convenient location. They accept many major dental insurance plans. If you do not have dental insurance or are underinsured, the office also offers flexible payment solutions to accommodate your needs. The dental office also offers a teledentistry service, which lets you consult with a dentist virtually.

Apart from general treatment options, the clinicians at Clairemont Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics can perform cosmetic dentistry procedures. Schedule your appointment today!

 

Meet the Team

 

Dentist

DDS

Dentist

DMD

Dentist

DDS

Hygienist

RDH

Hygienist

RDH

Hygienist

RDH

Oral Surgeon

DDS

Periodontist

DMD

Orthodontist

DDS, Board Certified

Endodontist

DDS

Multi-Office Manager

 
 
 

91 Reviews

3.3 Overall Rating
Jade Benson
Jade Benson
January 12, 2024

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,…

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Richard Buehler
Richard Buehler
December 01, 2023

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…

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Max Pimenov
Max Pimenov
October 21, 2023

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.…

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Adam Christian
Adam Christian
September 13, 2023

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…

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Criystal Carbajo
Criystal Carbajo
May 09, 2023

Lindsay was so nice! She is super friendly definitely recommend this office!!

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Dilia De Leon
Dilia De Leon
February 25, 2023

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…

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Jessica Gomezllanos
Jessica Gomezllanos
February 25, 2023

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…

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Erick Mendoza
Erick Mendoza
February 25, 2023

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…

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Daniel Becker
Daniel Becker
February 23, 2023

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!

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Nathon Lopez
Nathon Lopez
February 02, 2023

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…

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Angie Barry
Angie Barry
November 17, 2022

Lindsay is the best and made my braces experience delightful!

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Katie McGee
Katie McGee
October 28, 2022

Lindsay is the best. Makes the visit actually fun!

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Brandon Ralston
Brandon Ralston
September 20, 2022

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…

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Heidi Johnson
Heidi Johnson
August 10, 2022

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…

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Nova Largavista
Nova Largavista
August 10, 2022

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…

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Matthew Lawrence
Matthew Lawrence
February 22, 2022

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…

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Tyler Presbrey
Tyler Presbrey
February 11, 2022

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…

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Jess Kramer
Jess Kramer
November 23, 2021

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 :-)

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Rima Patel
Rima Patel
October 25, 2021

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…

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Jaclyn Bettis
Jaclyn Bettis
October 08, 2021

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…

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Annette Rico
Annette Rico
October 07, 2021

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…

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Justin Slobojan
Justin Slobojan
October 04, 2021

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…

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James Walters
James Walters
August 24, 2021

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…

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Scott Thomas (7DayPut)
Scott Thomas (7DayPut)
August 20, 2021

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…

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Jessica Martinez
Jessica Martinez
July 25, 2021

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!

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Pat The Dentist
Pat The Dentist
July 01, 2021

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.

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Andrew Yamashiro
Andrew Yamashiro
November 18, 2020

Both of my daughter's got their braces here and our experience was excellent!

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Kimberly Piedfort
Kimberly Piedfort
May 06, 2020

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…

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Eugene Grant
Eugene Grant
February 04, 2020

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…

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Chris Hays
Chris Hays
November 14, 2019

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…

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Jason Verley
Jason Verley
November 14, 2019

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!

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Sean Randall
Sean Randall
November 06, 2019

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…

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Keith Kirk
Keith Kirk
October 02, 2019

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…

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Amanda Graybill
Amanda Graybill
September 18, 2019

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!!!

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Roni Monbebe
Roni Monbebe
September 18, 2019

This place is awesome!!

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Tandis Rafii
Tandis Rafii
September 05, 2019

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.

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Kerroniann Wedderburn
Kerroniann Wedderburn
September 05, 2019

I truly enjoy joining to this office. Both the front and back staff is amazing.

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Leigh Gomez
Leigh Gomez
March 16, 2019

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…

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Helen Grant
Helen Grant
December 18, 2018

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…

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Bryce O'Brien
Bryce O'Brien
January 10, 2018

Had a wonderful experience at this office. Friendly staff and knowledgeable dentists!

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ryan Adinig
ryan Adinig
July 25, 2017

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.

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David Wilson
David Wilson
July 06, 2017

So far so good

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Crystal Pope
Crystal Pope
July 16, 2016

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…

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