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23 Years
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Emergency
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Sparkly Smiles For Your Little Stars
Starry Smilez is passionate about creating healthy, confident smiles for children in a warm, welcoming environment. We believe that a positive dental experience can shape a child's attitude toward oral health for years to come.Our pediatric dental team is dedicated to providing personalized care for each child, ensuring their comfort and happiness. We offer a wide range of services, including preventive treatments, cavity care, and specialized services such as frenectomies.
From the moment you walk through our doors, we work to make every visit a positive one. We strive to educate both parents and children about the importance of good oral hygiene and the steps they can take to maintain healthy teeth.
Our office is designed to be fun and engaging, with a focus on making dental visits enjoyable. We understand the fears that some children have about visiting the dentist, which is why we take extra steps to create a calm, reassuring atmosphere.
Our mission is to help your child develop a lifetime of good dental habits in a stress-free environment.
Services
Pediatric Dental Exams
Laser Dentistry
Frenectomy Procedures
HealthyStart Orthodontics
Emergency Dental Care
Served areas
- San Diego, Torrey Hills, Torrey Pines, Miramar Ranch North, Sorrento Valley, University City, Carmel Valley, and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years of experience in pediatric dentistry with specialized training.
- We use advanced dental lasers for pain-free procedures with faster healing.
- Our office is designed specifically for children's comfort and entertainment.
- We offer multiple sedation options including nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation.
- We provide comprehensive care from infancy through adolescence with preventive focus.
What people say
Gentle and very nice
Staff is friendly
WONDERFUL experience
Make dental visits fun
Excellent care
Services
Pediatric Dental Exams
Our comprehensive dental exams for children focus on preventive care and early detection of oral health issues. Using child-friendly techniques, we assess tooth development, gum health, and potential orthodontic concerns while making the experience comfortable for young patients. Our exams include professional cleaning, fluoride application, and personalized oral hygiene guidance for parents.
Laser Dentistry
We utilize advanced laser technology for pain-free dental procedures with minimal discomfort and faster healing. Our Fotona LIGHTWALKER and SOLEA lasers treat various dental issues including cavity removal, gum treatments, and frenectomies without needles, sutures, or vibration, making dental care more comfortable for children.
Frenectomy Procedures
Specialized treatment for infants and children with tongue or lip ties using precise laser technology. This procedure improves breastfeeding ability, speech development, and oral function with minimal discomfort and quick recovery. Our dentists use cold cutting lasers that reduce pain and promote faster healing for infants and young patients.
HealthyStart Orthodontics
Non-invasive orthodontic system that guides teeth into proper alignment without braces. The HealthyStart appliances address sleep-disordered breathing, jaw development, and dental alignment issues during childhood. This preventive approach creates straighter smiles and improves overall health through better breathing patterns and proper dental arch development.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer multiple sedation options including nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and general anesthesia for children needing additional support during dental treatments. These methods help anxious patients or those requiring extensive procedures receive necessary care in a comfortable, stress-free environment while maintaining safety and effectiveness.
Questions
When should my child first visit the dentist?
We recommend scheduling your child's first dental visit when their first tooth erupts or by age one, following AAPD guidelines.
What services do you offer for infants?
We specialize in infant oral exams, frenectomy procedures for tongue/lip ties, and early intervention for feeding difficulties using laser technology.
How do you handle anxious children?
Our child-friendly approach includes positive reinforcement, distraction techniques with TVs, and sedation options to ensure comfortable experiences for anxious patients.
What is the HealthyStart System?
HealthyStart is a non-invasive orthodontic treatment that guides teeth into proper alignment without braces while addressing sleep-disordered breathing issues in children.
Do you offer emergency dental care?
Yes, we provide emergency dental services for children including trauma treatment, pain management, and urgent dental infections.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and work with most insurance providers. Please contact our office for specific payment plan options.
Reviews (29)
Mercy Adlao
Oct 18, 2024
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First checking in was very fast, we didnt wait too long. the staffs are very helpful and friendly. the service was very good too.
Lito Patiag
Oct 01, 2024
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My child felt calm and welcome and didn't have any problems. They helped us understand better how to clean and maintain their baby teeth.
Sabrije Astephan
May 30, 2024
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I love this place, I live in Santee and I drive all the way to Mira Mesa. My daughter loves this place too the dental assistant always makes her feel extra special and I love how everyone is very friendly. I also love the dentist that we saw today.
Melanie Moral
May 21, 2024
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The dental hygienist that assisted Kaleb today, Fifa? I forgot her name was very gentle and very nice. She deserves 5 stars. It's my bad I didn't get her name properly. The doctor was equally nice, too.
Lisbeth Molaguero Viera
May 20, 2024
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Excellent care, from the moment you enter the place to the doctor and his assistant, everyone was pure love with my baby. I recommend it 100%
Ashleigh Teator
Oct 11, 2023
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Absolutely love this office! Every staff member has been so open and accommodating with my special needs kid! I really appreciate their willingness to work with him and us!
Melyna Ramirez
Oct 03, 2023
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My youngest felt so comfortable. Usually he's very afraid. But the dentist & staff were the absolute sweetest. I have never seen my son so excited for his next visit. I will highly recommend to other parents
Kortney Johnson
Sep 13, 2023
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They are very informative about dental care and preventative care. My son has been going here since his very first dental appointment. We love it here
Iman Khatib
Aug 12, 2023
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This is one of the best children's dentistries out there! I've been coming since my kids were 6 months and now my oldest is almost 5. All the dentists and hygienists are sweet and patient. One of my kiddos is a tough cookie and they are so caring with her. If she refuses something they do their best and move on. I never feel judged or attitude from anyone that works there and I really appreciate that. Everyone is incredibly friendly and they do great work!
Evelyn Munoz
Jun 23, 2023
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They are always very patient with the little ones, my children love going to the dentist, they have been treated by all the doctors. All the staff are very friendly, we love Dr. Cuisia. But do not do your general anesthesia treatments here, they take too long, they are not punctual, better ask for them at the hospital.
Haby Robinson
Apr 26, 2023
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They know their job and are very nice here. Our hygienist is excellent and my sons and me really like her a lot. Everyone there has been so wonderful to us and I hope to keep my children here until they graduate to need adult dentistry.
Rifqa Sweis
Apr 16, 2023
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We love visiting the children's dentist. It's a great experience and my kids are both excited when they visit. They receive the best care and the dentist gives each of my kids individual attention! We do not expect to change dentists ever!
Denise Jimenez
Oct 05, 2022
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First time here and the two ladies who took care of my daughters today were very professional made my 3 and 6 yr old so comfortable. The explanation of everything was very thorough compared to other places and I appreciate that tremendously
Natalia Sada
Oct 05, 2022
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Dr. Dabir has been my children's doctor since they're 2 years old. He's amazing and his team is stellar. Thank you for taking very good care of my children's dentist needs.
Andrea Henry
Jul 30, 2022
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By far the best children's dentist in San Diego. My daughter and I have been through many of different dental offices and had some really bad experiences. unfortunately making my daughter very scared of dentist. But then my friend recommended this place and finally I feel like the search is over! The place is clean and fun. The staff and dentists are so friendly and kind. They took their time to make my child feel comfortable.
If general anesthesia is needed, they have an amazing office in Carlsbad with great staff as well or you can go to children's hospital which I hear is also really good. I can not express enough how happy and thankful I am for this office! All the staff was amazing but special shout out to Leslie for going above a beyond for my daughter, thank you so much.
If general anesthesia is needed, they have an amazing office in Carlsbad with great staff as well or you can go to children's hospital which I hear is also really good. I can not express enough how happy and thankful I am for this office! All the staff was amazing but special shout out to Leslie for going above a beyond for my daughter, thank you so much.
Jessica Monroe
Jun 24, 2022
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We have been coming here for years. They are always on time, friendly and caring! Would recommend to others
Veronica Alvarez
Jun 03, 2022
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Excellent place to take the little ones, they have very good patient service and they are very fast so it arrives on time, I live about 25 minutes from them but it is worth the trip to them, my son leaves there very happy and loves it They are very patient and explain very well why things happen, which I love.
Gina Renteria
Apr 05, 2022
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Dr. Dabir and staff are amazing! Competent, professional and caring. They are patient and explain everything which is extremely helpful with little ones who are afraid of the dentist! Excellent work and care. I highly recommend them.
Ashley Pilgrim
Aug 29, 2021
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Best Experience ever! You can tell the staff loves to work with kids. This office has such a friendly and welcoming environment. My 5 year old used to scream and have to be held down. They were able to speak to his level, discuss everything happening and he was able to stay calm and enjoy every second of it. I would recommend this office to every single person with children.
Christine Hayag
Aug 18, 2021
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This was my son's 1st visit. They took great safety precautions. Everyone friendly and dentist was patient and gave a good explanation of what was going on. Thank you taking good care of my son!
Evelyn De La Cruz
Aug 11, 2021
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My daughters first visit here was great, the dental assistant she had was so kind and gentle with her. I really appreciated how transparent and informative the dentist was. Highly recommend!
Carolina Alonso
May 21, 2021
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This was my 3 year old twins' very first time at the dentist and they loved it! Everyone here was very welcoming and patient with my girls. We had a wonderful experience and are very happy. Thank you Children's Dentistry of San Diego:
TracyJL Zhang
Oct 19, 2019
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They were doing good on my son's first appointment. My son really loves the environment, the decorations, chairs, kids books. Nurses and the doctor are very helpful and nice.
Melanie Nelson
Oct 01, 2019
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My son is almost 4 and we have been coming every six months since he was 1. We have never had a negative experience! He loves going to the dentist. I live 30 min away and gladly make the drive.
Desiree Desantiago
Nov 14, 2018
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We drive 45-50 min to bring our kids here because the entire staff is AMAZING! As always, we had a great experience today! My 2 year old didn't fuss or cry when the hygienist and the doctor cleaned and checked her teeth! They both were understanding with my scared toddler and got her to open her mouth on her own and actually enjoy the visit. Best Dentist office, hands down!
Lauren Burke
Jul 15, 2018
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My 4 year old son has been terrified of the dentist. We took him to the regular dentist for his first few visits until I learned about the specificity of pediatric dentistry for children. Every visit to CDSD he has come progressively out of his shell with all the fun and patient staff being completely understanding. This last visit he cooperated with a cleaning, counting and even xray and I am shocked. This place is great.
Roz Sanchez
May 26, 2018
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My kids LOVE Ms Leslie. She is excellent interacting with them and teaching them about oral hygiene. They get super excited to go to the dentist just to see her. They have lots of kids friendly features including animal theme toothbrushes, flavored toothpaste, glavored gloves, movies in each exam room, videogames in the waiting room and much more. All of the staff are really friendly and attentive.
Virginia Giles
May 18, 2018
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I'm extremely happy happy with this place. My kids weren't yelling or crying as they got their treatment done. Dr. Reina is the best along with all of her staff. What I love the most is they made sure to take their time also made sure my kids were comfortable and pain free.
Alena Apollonsky
Aug 27, 2014
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I can assure you that your child will be in love with this place. Great decorations (TV's and computers). Very nice and welcoming atmosphere. My daughter is almost 4 years old and we have had our second visit for the teeth cleaning. She loves to visit this office. They will offer you to choose a toothpaste for cleaning and cover for the tool. By the end of the visit your child can choose a toy. We love love love this place! Highly recommended!