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We take great pride in providing the dental health services our patients deserve. Dr. Carmichael always provides comprehensive treatment to achieve your optimal dental health. We want you to feel confident knowing our team of highly trained Doctors and staff pride themselves on delivering the best possible service and results.
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4.6
Based on 103 reviews
Carmichael Dentistry
4.6
Steven McKinley
18:11 04 Apr 25
My husband and I have been dental patients here for a little over 6 years. The cleanings are done thoroughly and Dr. Carmichael's office staff are easy to work with. They spent time and went to bat for us on contacting our insurance to resolve issues.
John Yates
15:04 01 Apr 25
I've been coming to Dr. Carmichael for several years and the appointments are always great. Good work, friendly staff and no waiting.
Josephine Tutman
00:46 28 Mar 25
The dentist and all of her staff are personable, kind and made me feel comfortable and welcome. Her approach is understanding, non-aggressive and catered to the patient. One of the best dentist experiences I’ve had! Highly recommend!
Chad Dresbach
21:25 18 Oct 24
Super helpful and friendly staff! I went in without insurance and they still worked with me and got me in first thing the next day! Definitely worth stopping in and talking to them! Easy location as well. Easy in easy out! Thanks again guys!!!
Jeremy Pham
23:47 20 Sep 24
I had my deep cleanings done here and had a great experience! Everyone at Carmichael Dentistry is incredibly friendly and welcoming. Shari has been my hygienist for a couple of years and she has been fantastic! They are attentive, gentle, and thorough here. The front desk, as well as the other hygienists are no exception. Would definitely recommend this dental office.
Сергей Юрченко
21:00 20 Sep 24
It is an excellent place, always providing outstanding and high-quality service. Easy to schedule and reschedule appointments. There are no hidden services and payments; always explain what and how it will do. The doctor and front are always open to answer questions and explain anything in detail.
Kari B
02:33 13 Sep 24
I just came back from Dr. Carmichael dental clinic and I was pleasantly surprised by the great staff and the wonderful dentist Natalya who took care of me. Additionally, the hygiene doctor Will was amazing and has given the best dental cleaning ever!!! Thank you.
Elizabeth Mercado
23:16 15 Aug 24
Had my routine cleaning and it’s always so easy and comfortable. Sheri is my favorite hygienist and makes coming to the dentist not so bad.
John Wixted
00:22 18 Jul 24
I had a deep-cleaning done by Will over two appointments. I found him to be highly skilled and charmingly courteous. Dentistry at its finest.
Aubree Massey
21:11 03 Jul 24
I’ve been coming to this dental office for about 3-yrs now and they’ve always been incredibly thorough in their treatment and care. Being a queer person it can sometimes be uncomfortable to find a new medical/dental office and I have never had any feelings of discomfort in this office. I have and will continue to recommend this office to anyone in the area
KEN SCHEXNAYDER
17:17 04 Jun 24
I appreciate Dr. Carmichael as she is clear in her diagnosis and efficient in her practice. I highly recommend her and her professional staff.
Mya K
21:21 28 May 24
I have been visiting this dentist for years, and they consistently provide excellent service. They always address my questions and meet my needs. I highly recommend coming here.
AnnMarie DeCaro
18:27 07 May 24
New to San Diego, needed dentist, found Dr. Carmichael. So glad I did, as one who hates the dentist I was calm and treatment was awesome. I will keep coming back. Than you, Dr and staff.k
Delila
20:33 02 May 24
I have been going to this office for several years now and every visit has been amazing.From the front office to back office, everything has been outstanding! In my opinion this office sets the bar and the doctor Natalya Carmichael is the best. I do not see myself going anywhere else ever. All of my friends and family also go here and are very much happy.
James Wang
03:06 30 Apr 24
UPDATE!!!I had my fillings done, and I'm thrilled with the results. Dr. Carmichael and Will were exceptional. The procedure was painless, and their expertise made me feel at ease throughout. I'm feeling good now, just a bit sore. I'm grateful for their excellent care and highly recommend them to anyone needing dental work.I haven't seen a dentist in over 10 years. I've always been afraid and ashamed of going because of my own lack of care for my oral hygiene. But the staff are the best. They helped me develop and explain a treatment plan that was not only wonderful and easy to understand but also fit my budget.They sat me in the room. Will was the kind gentleman who took care of my deep cleaning and x-rays. He helped calm my nerves while working very intensely on many years of plague and stains that were caked onto my teeth.Afterward, Dr. Carmichael and the front staff explained to me the follow-up procedures that were needed in the upcoming months. The entire time I felt well taken care of, and I am eager to make another appointment in the future. Highly recommend taking your whole family for a cleaning or any oral procedures that you need!
Ashley McBride
19:15 11 Apr 24
🦷🌟 Looking for the best dental care in town? Look no further than Dr. Carmichael! As a parent, nothing is more important than the health and happiness of our children and myself, especially when it comes to our dental hygiene. Dr. Carmichael has been our family dentist for years, and I can't sing their praises enough. From the warm welcome at the front desk to the gentle care in the chair, every visit is a breeze. Dr. Carmichael goes above and beyond to ensure my children and I feel comfortable and at ease during our appointments, making the experience stress-free for both them and me. With top-notch expertise and a friendly demeanor, Dr. Carmichael truly is the best in the business. Thank you for taking such good care of my family's smiles! #BestDentist #HealthySmiles #DrCarmichaelRocks
Keith Stuart
21:34 09 Apr 24
Had my teeth cleaned by Shari. She did a great job and even applied a new treatment for gum pockets.
Jacquita Harris
16:44 26 Mar 24
Great Dentist. I would recommend. I had to get a root canal it was a painless process. With minimal pain afterwards. She listens to your concerns.
David Hawthorne
21:50 22 Mar 24
I have been a patient for years and always have a good experience. The staff is very professional and my care has been great. I liked the cleaning.
Dil S
14:47 19 Mar 24
My first appointment with Dr. Natalya and her staff was a great experience. They took good care of me and explained everything in detail. Excellent experience. I am looking forward to my next appointment. I will share my next experience!!My second appointment with Dr. Natalya was regarding a root canal, it went well, as usual staff was great, and it went well. so far, I have great experience. After a couple of weeks, I got my crown placed and it fitted well.
aaron bernal
05:26 14 Mar 24
I was so scared of the dentist like really scared and they really helped me settle my anxiety I really recommend DR Carmichael dentistry she and all her staff were so helpful and nice and they helped me get through my anxiety and ready for orthodontist’s
Jessica Harmon
20:54 27 Feb 24
I came to Dr. Carmichael for a chipped tooth, my primary dentist was closed and all the way up in Temecula. Dr. Carmichael and her staff were able to get me in next day for X-rays and an exam, then just a few days later for a cleaning and my filling for the chipped tooth. They are kind, courteous, and most efficient. Dr. Carmichael did an amazing job on my filling for the chipped tooth, she is a skilled artist in her trade and now my primary dentist. Thank you!
Dani Johnson
20:01 05 Jun 23
Been coming here for the last few of years. The team is always kind and informative about all services. Dr. Carmichael has always been gentle and pain free. This is super important to me as I’ve had issues with past dental experiences. Highly recommend!
Ron Malinovski
14:16 28 May 23
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dr. Carmichael at her dental practice, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the exceptional service and results. From the moment I reached out for an appointment, their team accommodated me promptly and managed to schedule me in for the very next day! The entire experience was marked by efficiency and professionalism. The waiting time was minimal, which further demonstrated their respect for my time and commitment to providing excellent service. The both the procedures for getting temporary and permanent crowns were painless and stress-free. I couldn't be happier with the outcome—the crown looks and feels just like my natural tooth, restoring both my smile and my confidence. Not only did the team at Carmichael DDS address the immediate issue, but they also took the time to explain to me the process and answer all my questions with patience and clarity. Their commitment to patient education was evident, and it made me feel like an active participant in my dental care. Thank you to Dr. Carmichael and the entire team for your dedication to exceptional dental care and their commitment to patient satisfaction.
Alistair Titov
23:05 01 Apr 23
Dr. Carmichael dentistry is a fantastic dental office that I highly recommend. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the friendly staff and the warm, inviting atmosphere. Dr. Carmichael is a true professional, who is highly skilled and knowledgeable. She always takes the time to explain any procedure in a way that is easy to understand and puts my mind at ease. I have always been fearful of going to the dentist, but Dr. Carmichael and her team have completely changed that. They are kind, compassionate, and truly care about their patients' well-being. Overall, I had a wonderful experience at Dr. Carmichael dentistry and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-notch dental office.
Kimberly Leth
16:27 25 Mar 22
I was nervous for my first deep cleaning but the process was so much easier than I expected and my hygienist made me feel comfortable!
Aliaksandra Horbul
03:21 10 Mar 22
I strongly recommend this dental office to anyone living in or around the San Diego area. Very nice staff, gentle and professional doctor, always have time to explain your issue and answer your questions. Simply the best dental office I've been to!
Michael Ebba
22:13 16 Feb 22
This Dental office is AMAZING! The office staff there are really nice and friendly. Dr. Carmichael herself is really nice! Her and her staff of dental assistants and hygienists are all really good people who know their stuff and are always welcoming. My wife and I had a deep clean today and my hygienist Daniel was super awesome and she said her hygienist was awesome too! We are really happy we found them!
Larissa Ebba
02:43 09 Feb 22
Honestly, I’m afraid of dentists!! But Natalya is amazing! She’s kind, honest and all round professional. Pablo is AWESOME!! When I say he makes you feel comfortable and at home, he really does. He takes care of the work in the background and he always reassures you no matter what. He too takes care of you. The team are great in all aspects. My fear is going away and my comfort levels have sky rocketed! They’re an amazing office of individuals.
a2012Survivor
22:42 14 Jan 22
This place is amazing. Natalya is a very professional and compassionate dentist. I got my crown replaced here and it looks perfect. This is definitely my new dentist.
Anusha Chowdary
03:30 14 Jan 22
The staff were very friendly and polite. They answered all my questions patiently.
DARROW PALMA
02:22 20 Dec 21
I had the most professional service at Dr Carmichael recently for a deep cleaning. Pablo the Office Manager made sure my new insurance and costs was verified prior to service and the dental hygienist was the best. They treated me very well and they were upfront about everything. I strongly recommend this dentist .
Prasanthi Cigatapu
23:01 18 Dec 21
Very fast and polite service. Doctor was very patient and friendly. Everyone were super helpful and very knowledgeable.
mahadevkirthi mahadevraj
17:05 09 Aug 21
Excellent staff and service.Dr. Carmichael took the time to explain in detail everything needed to get my crown done and fix an issue with my other tooth as well.The dental hygienist Bo also did an excellent job. She made the cleaning relatively pain free.Shout out to Pablo for figuring out my insurance and saving me money during whole process.
treecamel88
01:26 23 Jan 20
Pablo and Mike are awesome at the front desk, they will make sure to get all your insurance stuff right. Dr. Carmichael and the rest of the staff are very courteous and are happy to answer any questions you have. I haven't been to a better dentist.
Uday Rokkam
01:13 04 Dec 19
Friendly staff and a competent dentist. They work around your schedule and get appointments when others cancel. They have latest equipment in house and good hygienists. Works with most insurances and promotions.
David Owens
20:16 05 Nov 19
Excellent staff. Was looking for a new dentist and am glad I found this place. Dr. Carmichael took the time to explain in detail everything she was doing and made sure I understood treatment goals. The dental hygienist Bo also did an excellent job. I had a deep cleaning with Bo and she was very detail oriented and made the procedure relatively pain free.Thank you!
Karen Trisko
20:46 28 Jun 19
Two visits, one for dental cleaning, one to begin replacing a pierced crown. So far so good! Very nice staff, dentist and assistant work seamlessly together.
Eily Lopez
19:37 08 Oct 18
I’ve been seeing Dr. Carmichael for about a year now. I have a lot of anxiety about visiting the dentist from a few past experiences, and Dr.Carmichael listened to my worries and is good about explaining what she was doing, the reasoning, and checking in with me frequently during procedures. I’m thankful for her patience!
Beckie Polson
20:33 16 Jul 18
Dr. Carmichael and her staff are caring and compassionate. Dr. has a soft touch and is very concerned for your comfort and overall health. They work well with our autistic son and my 87 year old Mom. We are very happy.
Crystal Passman
19:37 16 Jul 18
Dr. Carmichael did a great job on replacing a filling that was failing. She was paid close attention to pain management and used my mouth guard to help ensure that the bite was correct.
Marilyn Lindauer
19:57 14 Jul 18
Dr. Carmichael is a great and caring dentist! Her staff is excellent too!
Allison Tuuri
20:00 13 Jul 18
The staff is welcoming and friendly. They had a lot of availability to schedule an appointment. Dr. Carmichael was thorough & the hygienist has done a great job cleaning my teeth. Google maps does mess up the route a little bit, so be careful not to pass it .
Nancy Nowak
20:38 06 Jul 18
Dr. Carmichael and staff ensure that dental procedures are done with patient care and comfort as a top priority.
Jennifer Plummer
03:12 27 Jun 18
Great staff and a pleasant atmosphere. Good to know there is now on staff an oral surgeon . Will be nice to have care done in one office. Dr. Carmichael is caring explains the procedures and follow thru needed.
chris abbott
00:02 20 Jun 18
Staff is friendly and always helpful. Love going here. I highly recommend Dr. Carmichael.
TEAM NOMASBOXING
01:59 20 May 18
Great office and friendly staff. Highly recommend practice.Alejandro Ramirez
Linda Harris
15:07 12 May 18
I had to have a crown for the first time at 60+ years of age and was somewhat apprehensive about the procedure. Dr. Carmichael and her staff were extremely kind and understanding. They explained every step of the process which helped to relieve my anxiety. During the procedure, they made sure that I did not feel any pain and reassured me that everything was going great. Yesterday when I went back for the permanent crown, Dr. Carmichael spent a significant amount of time with me making sure that it fit perfectly. Everyone in the office is friendly and easy going. We are lucky to have Dr. Carmichael and her caring staff in our community!
Giana Bradford
00:37 09 May 18
Really enjoyed my visit to Dr. Carmichael's office. Her staff is very professional, kind and knowledgeable. The dental hygienist Karen who cleaned my teeth was wonderful and I highly recommend coming to Dr. Carmichael's. They truly care about their patients! Thank you!!!!!
Megan Novis
17:59 07 May 18
This is the best Dentist office ever! They’re very personable and gentle which is great because I hate going to the Dentist. They truly care about their patients. The front staff is kind, knowledgeable, and professional. I didn’t feel like I was being taken advantage of just provided for! Highly recommend Dr. Carmichael and her staff! Thank you!!!!
Don Henderson
23:54 03 May 18
While going to dentist can be a traumatic experience know that Dr. Carmichael is excellent at what she does. She’s taken over for Dr. Codington which recently retired and I’ve been going to him since 1982. I truly believe that Dr. Codington as left us in GREAT hands.Dr. Carmichael will provide us all the same experience that Dr. CODINGTON has provided with additional technology with ex-rays showing us the before and after results which will show us all the educational information that we need in maintaining a healthy teeth and gummes. Happy smiles to ALL.Don
Alane Bollenbacher
16:51 01 May 18
Great experience with Dr. Carmichael! The staff is professional and very helpful.
Richard Vosburgh
20:23 29 Apr 18
Dr. Carmichael is a wonderful addition to Dr. Codington's practice. He did a great job finding someone who would take great care of his patients. She explained the procedures that I needed and helped me understand why a crown was necessary The front desk girls helped me find a way to pay for my crown in an affordable way. Gloria is a wonderful assistant who took great care of me while having my work done.
Mary Kay Manion
17:32 26 Apr 18
Dr Carmichael is awesome. She has excellent bedside manner and checks in with the patient as procedures are completed. Equally important, she and her assistant explain the procedure so a patient is well informed. I would highly recommend Dr Carmichael. She is exceptional as well as her staff.
Beckie Polson
17:22 24 Apr 18
Dr. Carmichael is extremely caring, gentle and a fun dentist. She is invested in her patients and their families. Her chair side assistants are quick to make sure you are confortable and not in distress. The hygienists are very gentle and work extremely well with our Special Needs son. The front office staff answers all questions with care and concern for all of patients needs. You will not be disappointed with Dr. Carmichael or her staff.
Kaitlyn Novis
15:08 23 Apr 18
Dr. Carmichael is great! She has brought a lot of new and updated technology to the practice. During my appointment Dr. Carmichael diagnosed me needing a root canal. She was very gentle and informative. I felt I had a complete understanding of what was being done and what was needing to be done in the future. The front staff was wonderful. Nancy helped me understand my insurance benefits and I feel confident that I am being taken care of. I recommend Dr. Carmichael and her staff to everyone!
Kelly Myers
22:50 18 Apr 18
My husbands family and now our family have been coming to dr. Codingtons office since he was a child!! They take such great care of all of us! We are excited for dr Carmichael as she now will continue to best care!!!Thank you Dr. codington!
Katie Bussard
19:19 18 Apr 18
Dr. Carmichael was AMAZING! I have some very serious dental anxiety, and not only did she LITERALLY hold my hand, she explained everything she was doing (and why), and then went over my action plan very thoroughly. I had to switch from my longtime dentist for insurance reasons-he was very good, and I had come to not flinch any time he put a top in my mouth. I am SO glad his office doesn't accept my plan anymore-he was great, but Dr. Carmichael and her staff are outstanding!
gloria gross
14:46 18 Apr 18
I had billing questions and Nancy helped me understand how to maximize my insurance benefits. She resubmitted my claim that had been denied and saved me alot of money. Thank so much.
Yes To Ukraine
20:40 17 Apr 18
Dr Carmichael, Dr Codington and staff are great ! Everyone is very professional and they answer all my questions
Marah Beddawi
17:04 17 Apr 18
Dr. Carmichael and her staff love what they do for living and that is their secret ingredient 😉
Marie Stimpson
17:12 10 Apr 18
Dr. Carmichael and her staff are very attentive, friendly, caring and knowledgeable. Dr. Carmichael puts you at ease and explains every step of a procedure, checking during the process to make sure you're not in any discomfort.
CCSnoopy
01:24 02 Apr 18
Wonderful office.DrCarmichael is very personable and caring. She is my dentist since I can remember myself.Best dental office ever!
