fax : 858-268-0210
5675 Balboa Ave
San Diego, CA
92111
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:
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
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.
I truly enjoy joining to this office. Both the front and back staff is amazing.
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…