Children’s Dentistry of San Diego
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Sparkly Smiles For Your Little Stars
Children’s Dentistry of San Diego
Starry Smilez is committed to making each dental visit an enjoyable and stress-free experience for both children and parents. We focus on early dental care, aiming to create positive experiences that will last a lifetime.

Our pediatric dentists have extensive training in working with children, understanding their unique needs and concerns. We offer a wide range of services, from routine check-ups to specialized treatments.

By focusing on prevention, we aim to keep your child's smile healthy and bright as they grow. Our team is compassionate and patient, always ensuring your child feels safe and comfortable.

We take the time to address your questions and make dental visits something your child can look forward to. Our goal is to provide exceptional care in a fun and caring atmosphere that both children and parents will appreciate.

Every visit is an opportunity to promote lifelong oral health, and we're here to support your child's journey from infancy through adolescence.
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
  • Children Dental, HealthStart System, Frenectomy, Tongue-Tied, Lip Tie
Services
Frenectomy for Infants Struggling with Tongue Tie or Lip Tie? If you've heard of procedures like Frenectomy, Frenotomy, or Tongue Tie repair, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll take the time to explain everything clearly and help you explore the treatment choices that are best for you.
Laser Dentistry for Children At Children’s Dentistry of San Diego, we offer advanced laser dentistry that is completely pain-free, ensuring a comfortable experience for your child. Our technology helps create bright, beautiful smiles while eliminating any anxiety.
Preventative Dental Care Making your child feel at ease is our top priority. Through positive reinforcement and child-friendly explanations, we ensure a comfortable dental visit. Recommendations are based on factors like age, cooperation, and treatment needs, creating a personalized and enjoyable experience for your child.
People
Dr. Via Cuisia
Dr. Via Cuisia
Doctor
Dr. Cuisia graduated from dental school at the University of the Philippines in 1994. She obtained a certificate of Externship in Pediatric Dentistry at Philippine Children’s Medical Center in 1995. In 2000, Dr. Cuisia completed her Pediatric Dentistry Residency at the Louisiana State University, New Orleans. After residency, she then became a fellow at University of Maryland at Baltimore for 2 years where she provided care to children in underserved areas of Maryland. She also taught the residents and dental students at UMB. Her clinical research on pulpotomies (baby root canal treatments) was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry in 2001. Dr. Cuisia is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Cuisia has been in private practice in San Diego since 2002. She has provided dental care exclusively to infants, children and teens for more than 10 years. She is a senior staff member at Rady Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Darshan Dabir
Dr. Darshan Dabir
Doctor
Dr. Dabir was born and raised in India. He completed his dental school there in 1995. He practiced as a general dentist for three years before coming to Louisiana State University, New Orleans for his residency in Pediatric Dentistry in 1998. He graduated in 2000 and was the first student from the program to obtain a Master’s degree. He taught at LSU for two years prior to making San Diego his home in 2003. As a pediatric dentist for over fifteen years, Dr. Dabir has extensive experience in providing dental care to infants, children and teens. Dr. Dabir is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a senior staff member at Rady Children’s Hospital. He has been in private practice in San Diego County since 2003. He enjoys providing the latest treatment options, such as laser dentistry, for his patients.
Dr. Rayna Karoll
Dr. Rayna Karoll
Doctor
Dr. Rayna grew up in New York and went to undergraduate and dental school at Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, OH. She graduated from dental school in 2012. Dr. Rayna knew she wanted to be a pediatric dentist from early on but also wanted further experience treating many different types of patients. Before completing her pediatric dental residency, Dr. Rayna completed a General Practice Residency at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Rayna then went on to complete a Pediatric Dental Residency at New York University-Lutheran Medical Center in Southern California, at Rady Children’s Hospital in June 2015. Dr. Rayna is a Diplomat of American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a staff member at Rady Children’s Hospital. She obtained extensive training during both of her residencies in treating severely medically compromised as well as special needs patients of all ages. In her free time, Dr. Rayna enjoys exercising, hiking, baking, spending time with friends, and cuddling with her adorable rescue dog, Chewie.D
Dr. Diya Sabrina Chandra Doctor
Dr. Diya Sabrina Chandra Doctor
Doctor
Dr Sabrina grew up around the world, living in Singapore, London, and Dubai, during which she had the best time meeting new people and exploring local cuisines. She moved to the US for college and has stayed put ever since! After completing college at Johns Hopkins University, where she studied molecular and cellular biology, she completed dental school at The University of Pennsylvania. Dr Sabrina always gravitated towards roles where she got to work with kids, so naturally she fell in love with pediatric dentistry! She became a pediatric dental specialist after completing her residency at The University of Rochester in upstate New York. She then swiftly traded in her snow boots for some flip flops to move to San Diego and has been loving it ever since! When she’s not helping create healthy smiles, Dr. Sabrina loves spending her time going on runs and hikes, cooking, visiting farmers markets, and eating her way through San Diego’s vegan food scene with her husband! Dr. Sabrina loves meeting patients and their families and strives to ensure her calm and friendly demeanor puts children and caregivers at ease. She loves chatting about teeth and the yummy things they can chew and always enjoys hearing about her patients favorite foods!
Reviews (29)
Bernard Taylor
Bernard Taylor
Aug 26, 2024
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The absolute best staff! Dental assistants go above and beyond! Today they gave my kid's floaties, toothbrushes and toothpaste! That took their time with them to explain each step of the process to make them feel safe! They gave the absolute best care! We love this dental office! Thank you so much! Taylor family
Sabrije Astephan
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.
Rachael Meyer
Rachael Meyer
May 22, 2024
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What a sweet office! Everyone we encountered was incredibly friendly. We had all six of our kids seen simultaneously and we were in and out in less than an hour. We were able to get appointments made right away too. My kids can't wait to go back!
Monica Henness
Monica Henness
Feb 11, 2024
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They were the most attentive and kind office I have ever been to. They made us feel welcome and helped my little one feel comfortable the whole time, it was his first time too! 10 out 10 recommend to anyone looking for a children's dentist. Everyone was super professional and answered all my questions.
Missy Downs
Missy Downs
Jan 05, 2024
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Everyone that works there is so nice and are great at making my daughter comfortable. The procedures are always done well and I really trust them. Especially Leslie and Dr Smith in Mira Mesa!
Hemakshi Patel
Hemakshi Patel
Dec 27, 2023
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I have been bringing my son here now for the last 6 years. The entire team is efficient, friendly & organized. My son has OCD and anxiety and so its always nerve wreaking for both mother and son. I just went today and the dental assistant was amazing with my son. She was so kind and explained everything to him so he felt at ease. The dentist communicates well and always explains things in detail. The movies and the little treats are so nice and exciting for the kids.
Leslie Lopez
Leslie Lopez
Dec 17, 2023
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I was incredibly impressed by the staff at Children's Dentistry of San Diego! Not only were they all professional, but they each were also warm, personable, polite, and respectful. My kids (1 is very nervous at dentist's due to a negative past experience), were very relaxed and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this practice to all families with kids!
Leilani Songer
Leilani Songer
Nov 08, 2023
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Dr Dabir has great bedside manners as a doctor he stands out amongst his peers. Not only do I send my patients to him but he also took great care of my granddaughter today. He made her feel safe and her experience was great. She even commented as we left the office today how much better her experience was today than she had experienced at her previous dental appointments at another office. We will be back and he will get the chance to take care of my grandsons as well.
Brandon Stam
Brandon Stam
Oct 07, 2023
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My son broke a big filling off right before the holidays, and we called all over trying to get a dentist to see him on short notice. Children's Dentistry got us in the next morning (12/23) despite their busy schedule, and they did a root canal and crown. The dentist, assistant, and office staff were great and caring, and they got us in and out in a little over an hour for a big procedure. They get huge points for caring enough about a kid's comfort over the holidays to squeeze us in. The quality of care was excellent as well. Highly recommend!
Nasra Ather
Nasra Ather
Oct 01, 2023
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Hello everyone, I like the service and how they welcomed their patients. They make patients comfort before they do work. so far the people I met they are really good people and well trained. I recommend the parents to take their children place like this. It is important parents and children feel that they welcome and get the service they need.
Truly Espinoza
Truly Espinoza
Sep 28, 2023
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Super impressed with the team at children's dentistry of San Diego from start to finish. They were kind and knowledgeable. As a first time parent and the first time I was taking my daughter to the dentist, I really appreciate it the thoroughness. They verified my insurance ahead of time, communicated well via text ahead of time as well. Day of the appointment went very smooth. The dental hygienist and the dentist were amazing. Highly recommend this dentist office for children.
Crystal Hernandez
Crystal Hernandez
Jun 15, 2023
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Awesome experience as always Thank you Children's Dentistry for another great experience for my son's cleaning & check up!
Dale R. Combs
Dale R. Combs
May 16, 2023
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Staff, all staff professional courteous and so delicate with the children! They go out of their way to make it a fun experience for the kiddos! Highly recommend this Dentistry Facility
Martina Daugherty
Martina Daugherty
Nov 19, 2022
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They were great with both my children and took their time building trust! They were also patient with my child who has down syndrome they had a room that was private with a door which was perfect for what works best for him! Highly recommend!
Chan Grace
Chan Grace
Oct 14, 2022
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Took my son here today, first time here, we all had a great experience. Have to mention Leslie, she is super nice, sweet and very helpful to explain everything she gonna do with my son before she does it. My son always worry about dentist visit even just normal check up, but after this time, he is so happy and not worry anymore. Great staff. I feel so appreciate all Leslie did today.
Jessica Monroe
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
Rose Bagwell
Rose Bagwell
Jun 05, 2022
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Always love coming to this place! Been with them for over 10 years! The last appt for my youngest it was the first time to have dental procedure at 6am. It was still dark and barely anyone in the office. My daughter would usually be afraid but she was brave and I was confident in who to trust with her. Its was an hour and a half procedure. When she got out they made sure she was alert and good to go home!
Veronica Alvarez
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
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.
Silvia Finnie
Silvia Finnie
Jun 02, 2021
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The staff is so friendly and amazing I have 2 out of my 6 children who are terrified and the staff always manages to get them to calm down and get the procedures done THANK YOU
Anastacia Sterling
Anastacia Sterling
Jul 11, 2020
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Absolutely the most painless dental experience I've ever been a party to. Dr Dabir was just absolutely incredible. Every single person we encountered from front desk to dental assistants was polite, knowledgeable, and beyond amazing with my children. My two year old, who hates people near her face, listened and clapped and played along and even sat through a cleaning.

My six year old got spacers and a filling (done with lazers! I can not say enough about how amazing it is not to have to get a needle jammed into my baby's gums (the lazer made it so she didn't require a local anesthetic!) Every single step was gently explained to us, they checked in with us frequently, consistently making sure my girls felt safe and weren't in pain. Honestly, if I'd have had dentists like this as a child, it would have been life changing. I cant say enough good things about this place. We drove 45 minutes for this appointment because of raving reviews we'd heard and read and it was SO WORTH IT! 10/10
Andrea Grymes
Andrea Grymes
May 17, 2020
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I love this office. My kids love coming here as well. The staff is friendly and very helpful. My youngest is severely mentally handicapped and comes here without fear. The dentists and the assistants always treat him well and are understanding.
TracyJL Zhang
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.
Bea Mend
Bea Mend
Nov 15, 2018
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Been bringing my kids here for 4 years. Great service. They have so much patience, especially with my son, who has Autism and lots of energy!
Roxanne Ocampo
Roxanne Ocampo
Jul 26, 2018
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I honestly LOVE this place! My daughter use to HATE going to the dentist, now she loves it! The staff are all very caring, helpful and sweet! Awesome dentistry for kids! The staff really take their time to make sure she was comfortable and that she could trust them before they start to do anything on her. They always let you know what's going on and why, and are very great with making upcoming visits.

This place is awesome and I'm happy I found them! My daughter is getting the best care for her teeth, couldn't be any more happier! She's always leaving this place with a big, clean bright smile!
Roz Sanchez
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.
Ashley Rodriguez
Ashley Rodriguez
May 24, 2018
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Best children's dentist by far! That staff here is amazing and very welcoming! My child is very shy to strangers and she warmed up to the staff very quickly something that doesn't happen easily. The cleaning was a breeze all thanks to the staff that made her feel comfortable and not be afraid of the cleaning. They really work with the child and go with the flow instead of getting straight to the job and rush the cleaning! Beyond happy with this dentistry!
Virginia Giles
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
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!