DENTIST IN San Diego,CA
Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry
Accepting new patients
ADDRESS
fax : 858-366-4211
9840 Carmel Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA
92129
BUSINESS HOURS
- Mon : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tue : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wed : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thu : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Fri : 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Sat : Closed
- Sun : Closed
- We always accept new patients!
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
Dental Services
156 Reviews
4.5 Overall Rating
Dr. Zhao & Dr. Jiang have been the best dentists I’ve ever had. They are wonderful and informative and have a fantastic staff as well. I look forward to getting my teeth cleaned! (Crazy, I know). I highly recommend Rancho Penasquitos…
Great place that I have been to 2x. Very friendly staff along with top line services. It is on the expensive side without insurance but completely worth it for least amount of pain and best dental surgery outcomes.
This office is fantastic! I've been seeing Dr. Dawson now for several years. WOW! Prior to switching to this office, I had much trepidation about going to the dentist. All of that fear and anxiety has gone away due to the care that Dr. Dawson…
Best dentist I have ever been to. I’m 80 and have been to so many. Painless and very nice . The office staff are so helpful and smiles all around. I will tell everyone how grateful I am to have found this wonderful place. Very very happy 10…
Dr. Zhao was phenomenal. I would highly recommend her and her team. Caitlyn is a fantastic hygienist 😊
My wife and I have been going to Rancho Peñasquitos Dentistry for a few years now. The team has always been professional and courteous, and they are clear and upfront about pricing. I would highly recommend Dr. Zhao and her team for anyone…
Great office, they took care of me when it seemed like no one else could get me in when I was having a dental emergency and I’m so grateful they were able to see me and get me out of pain the very same day I called. I will be switching over and…
I have never been a fan of the Dentist, but this office absolutely blew me away. The front staff were great and kind. Dr. Dawson thoroughly explained everything and answered all my questions and concerns. I could not recommend a practice more. I…
Caitlin the hygienist is so amazing, very kind, and always takes her time doing my dental cleaning. Thank you, Caitlin for being so wonderful!. And Dr. Zhao is the best!
Professional. Thorough. Caring. I have had two visits with Dr. Zhao, and both visits have been great! Dr. Zhao was attentive to detail during my routine dental cleaning. She was also patient and willing to answer all my questions. The office…
I've been seeing Char for my cleanings for years, and she never disappoints. I followed her from her old office in Kensington to this current one in PQ. Not only does she make my teeth sparkle like they’d been kissed by a thousand suns, but she…
My primary dentist Dr. Jiang is amazing. He had been doing all my primary care and cleanings as well as a crown and a few other interventions. Since I have been under his care, my dental health has greatly improved especially the issues I have…
Great dentistry! The facility itself is clean and has the latest and greatest medical equipment. Staff is very personable yet professional at the same time. The Doctors and Hygienist are very thorough with their inspections and ensure they give…
Dr. Zhao has been my dentist for years and I can't say enough good things about having her as part of my care team. I trust her completely and I am at ease knowing my dental care is in her hands. She could tell me to chew dirt for cavity…
I have been going to this Dentistry for almost 4 years and the reason I keep coming back is not only the great work they do on my teeth, but because of the people who work there. They are attentive to my needs, extremely informative, and…
This was my first time visiting RP Dentistry. The staff were very helpful and welcoming to me. Dr. Jiang was extremely patient and professional, alongside Gabby and Chelsea. I was very impressed by how everything was conducted. I felt that I was…
I recently had a check-up and routine cleaning with Dr. Steven Jiang, and I can't speak highly enough about my experience. From the moment I stepped into the office, I was greeted by a warm and welcoming staff who set the tone for a positive…
The staff are all so kind and caring. So glad I found this office!
My best dental experience! Dr.Jiang was fabulous in everyway! Chelsi, Cassandra , Kalina , Mahalia, were so welcoming and efficient! A wonderful time!
The doctors and the Staff super nice, friendly, caring, professional and experienced. First time I am using this office, all my visits and dental work have been with positive results. They always fast responsive and get you soonest if an urgent…
First visit to this office. All staff were very friendly, helpful and patient. My dentist Dr. Zhao understood my issues with pricing, pain and the general reluctance/fear of addressing the dental issues I had been avoiding. I was surprised that…
Charlene, Dr. Zhao, and the rest of the team did a fantastic job making my dental check up as smooth as possible. I’ve been going here for years and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a new dental office.
After changing insurance (and avoiding the dentist) since pre-Covid times, everyone at Rancho Peñasquitos Dentistry made the process as easy and relaxing as possible. 🥰
Excellent dental care at all levels by caring, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Best dentists I’ve had in many years. So glad we found them.
Dr Jiang is very attentive and professional. He can also speak Mandarin
I FOUND THE BEST DENTAL PRACTICE! I highly recommend Dr. Steven Jiang and, in general Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry. This office is modern, clean, relaxing, and the staff is friendly and efficient, just amazing! Dr. Jiang is the nicest dentist…
Dr. Steven Jiang is one of the nicest dentist that I have ever. They are very understanding and will help you and work with you financially. They make sure that you are comfortable and have a good visit. And most importantly they have great…
First time at Ranch Penasquitos Dentistry since moving back to the area. Front office and ancillary staff were very kind and welcoming. Dr Dawson was very knowledgeable and explained everything that was going to be done to my…
Great staff! They were very welcoming and friendly. I hadn’t been to the dentist in a long time and they helped me get my smile back.
Dr. Zhao is amazing! I have been coming here since the office first opened, and have always had a positive experience! She and her staff are very friendly, and I don't dread going to the Dentist like I used to! Highly recommend getting your…
Dr. Zhao and the entire team here are wonderful people and I had a fantastic experience overall. Professional and kind. Great location, comfortable and modern office. My two visits so far were a breeze. Can't recommend enough and have told…
Friendly environment, knowledgeable doctor and hygienist, best of all they've high technology. All stuff members are very friendly. Highly recommended to anyone who looking for a good dental office
I highly recommend this team to anyone questioning their current provider. Dr. Dawson and her team are wonderful and make you feel very comfortable; especially if you are anxious. I had two horrible providers in the past and so thankful I found…
I've been seeing Dr. Zhao and the hygienists at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry for years. I followed Dr. Zhao from her previous practice as the care I've received from her has been unparalleled. As a medical professional myself, I can't say…
I have been going to Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry for 2 yrs. I would have given above 4 stars but my experience with Caitlyn at my last teeth cleaning was rough, painful & horrible I went in Oct2023 for my teeth cleaning , was told Charlene…
Excellent first visit with Dr Jiang and the whole team at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry. He was very transparent about everything he was doing, explaining everything very well. I learned a lot about my teeth and what I specifically should do more…
I had Dr. Steven Jiang as my dentist and he was absolutely wonderful. Not only was he kind and patient, he was very gentle with my teeth and took his time. I highly recommend him. I had Stacy as my hygienist and she was absolutely lovely when it…
Been going here for about 3 years now and have had good experiences every time.
The staff are all so nice! I’ve only had good experiences here. They make sure you’re comfortable the entire time and explain everything. Definitely recommend(:
Exceptional service and speed. The office has alot of people to handle the dental and clerical aspects of the procedure. I have never had to wait more than 10 minutes for my appointments. They are very upfront and knowlegeble about insurance and…
I had my first dental appointment at this office with Dr. Jiang and he did my cleaning and check up. During my visit, Dr. Jiang was not only gentle and informative but also very professional. I appreciated his expertise and the way he explained…
Dr. Jiang was great & the rest of the staff were great at going above and beyond to schedule me services asap. They were also able to estimate surgery prices same day- while other places were unwilling to do so.
Everyone there is so nice and explains everything that they are going to do.
First visit. First impressions are very good. Dr Dawson is attentive, thorough and has a warm personality. The staff are great and very competent. Equipment is state of the art. I have no reservations about future visits.
I had an amazing experience with the entire team. Dr. J. Was fantastic (along with everyone else). They were all so kind, funny, gentle, and careful. This is a pic of the 3D imaging they do on initial examination.
I was impressed from the first time I went here. Dr Dawson was awesome- kind, professional and followed up with my after my appointment. Got all of my work done same day and will continue to come!
My mom and I recently started coming to this dentist location. We were recommended by our neighbors, as we wanted to move from our original dentist location in Chula Vista. I was scheduled with Dr Zhao. Before even meeting the dentist, ALL of…
My daughter Verna recommended me to come see Dr. Dawson. I’m so happy I came to this dentist because I had an excellent experience! The staff was friendly and welcoming, creating a comfortable atmosphere. Dr. Dawson was not only highly skilled…
Dr. Dawson and the staff are amazing! Every time I come in for an appointment, the staff welcomes me in and checks me in immediately. Dr. Dawson is quick, helpful, and kind. Not only that, but she's also a true dental superhero! She effortlessly…
Dr. Jiang is fantastic and I would recommend him to anyone! He explained what he was doing throughout my exam which helped ease my nerves, and I really appreciated that he was very gentle on my sensitive lower teeth… that made a HUGE difference…
The dentist and assistants were great. They informed me of the process as they went along. There was a miscommunication about insurance and out of pocket expenses but the operations manager was able to sort it out the same day.
I rarely post reviews but this office has been amazing. I recently brought my mom who has Alzheimer’s in after a lapse in treatment. They did a deep cleaning and crown all on that day. All the staff are so kind, gentle, and understanding. They…
Dr. Dawson and all of the staff here are amazing! Super friendly, welcoming, informative, and just a really great experience overall. I'm very happy I found this place! Highly recommended!
Dr. Zhao was very professional and pleasant to work with !
honestly some of the best work done on my teeth. I left with a mirthful smile!
Friendly and helpful. Thank you.
Amazing dentist so skilled and patient - definitely recommend highly to everyone
I always have a great experience at Rancho Penasquitos dentistry! Dr. Zhou and her exceptional team have created a dental practice that truly stands out for its professionalism, expertise, and above all, the genuine care they provide to their…
First visit, but I had some pain and a loose crown. They made time to fix the crown address the pain and a thorough cleaning. Each team member was professional, friendly and efficient. Dr took time to explain everything.
Had a fantastic experience and was treated like royalty while getting a crown replaced. The staff were friendly and professional especially Dr. Dawson and her team. I usually brace myself for the dentist but they made the whole operation quick…
Incredible experience!! Staff was extremely friendly and professional in all aspects. I think I’ve found my new dental home.
I've been going to this practice since moving to San Diego and cannot recommend them enough: the staff are all extremely friendly and helpful. I've had procedures ranging from standard cleanings, wisdom tooth extractions etc, and every doctor…
Been going to Dr. Zhao for 3+ years. Great team and great service!! She also helped take away my wife's fear of the dentist.
I love love love this office so very much. The staff is friendly, professional, and make me feel welcome every time I come in. They remember small things that I’ve shared with them previously. They also take care in explaining processes to me…
Dr. Zhao and her team take great care of me when I visit their office, they are professional, courteous, and uphold high dental standards. It makes me hate going to the dentist a bit less.
Dr. Zhao and her team are wonderful and welcoming. I appreciate the amount of time Dr. Zhao spent getting to know me as a new patient, the thoroughness of her exam and all of the detail she provided concerning my check up. I also appreciate the…
I forgot her name shame on me, but she was fantastic hygienist no pain and I had a deep cleaning so I was a little concerned thanks again. I’ll see you in three months.
RPD has a phenomenal staff. So understanding, patient and gentle handed. I love having the best dentist just down the road from me- I can’t recommend this dental office enough!
Excellent Dentist, hygienist and staff!
Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry is a phenomenal dental office. It is clean, the staff is friendly and knowledgable, and everything runs very efficiently. I see Dr. Dawson and her patient care is outstanding as well as her recommendations to keep…
Ive been a patient here for a few years & cant say enough good things about the overall facility & my experience. Its always clean, professional, & efficient. I see Dr Zhao & Char for my cleaning. They are both so sweet & have great patience &…
Oh my gosh! The BEST experience EVER. . . and from EVERYONE I encountered in the office (which was a lot as I had X-rays, cleaning, an exam and a CROWN. CANNOT share how happy I am to have found Dr. Zhao and those that made the entire experience…
Friendly and caring staff!
Char is the best Dental Hygienist I've ever had in 40 years. In all the places I've lived from the east to west coast!
Love coming here! The staff are super nice and friendly. Dr. Shao is amazing and always make sure that my teeth is well taking care of. Highly recommend!
The best dentist office I've ever been to. Super friendly staff and nice new high tech equipment makes a person who used to be terrified to go to the dentist a pleasant experience and I actually look forward to coming in now.
My second time visiting and it's been fantastic. Everyone is extremely courteous and considerate (especially Charlene) and I totally plan to keep coming as long as im the greater San Diego area.
I want to say that it is fun to go to the Dentist, but really, who says that? I will say that this is pretty close to fun as you are going to get. I always have a pleasant, stress-free experience here. They are always very thoughtful in how they…
This is an amazing dentistry office! Doctors and hygienist always take the time to talk to each client. They are thorough with their dentistry plan and advocate for whatever situation brings you to their office. The receptionists and…
Doctor Dawson is the best. Great experience over at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry.
My visit at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry was fantastic! Everyone was very welcoming, attentive and efficient. Dr Dawson took great care of me while fixing a broken cavity. She also recommend a great treatment to help support my gum health.…
Everyone here is super friendly! Every time I come is an enjoyable visit. They are also very informative and knowledgeable. Would 10/10 recommend
The entire team here is amazing! I highly recommend them.
Charlene was just so amazing! I really hate the dentist but Charlene really made me feel so comfortable!!
I had my wisdom teeth removed at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry. I was very nervous beforehand but the staff was so kind and really put me at ease. The procedure was easy and I recovered quickly without any hiccups. Thank you to the staff for…
I don't usually post reviews, but I had an overall positive dental care experience with Dentist Shane Roberson, DMD, Dental Hygienist Charlene Yambao, RDH, Dental Assistant/Radiology Technician Gaby, and Receptionist/Benefits Coordinator Megan…
This is the best dental practice I have been to! Everyone in the office is so kind and friendly. They are empathetic, great at communicating what's going on with your teeth, and pay close attention to how you're feeling during procedures. I've…
Honestly the best dentist I've ever been to and I've had quite a few. Everyone is friendly and Dr. Zhao is very knowledgeable. I've heard that I'm prone to cavities from many dentists but Dr. Zhao was the first one who recommended special…
This is the best dental place I have been to. I have had excellent dentists and dental experiences in the past but this place completely changes the way I view the entire dental experience. Dr. Zhao and Dr. Dawson are the best dentists I have…
Dr. Zhao and her team were wonderful! The exam was very thorough and I was even offered options (prescription strength toothpaste) for my sensitive teeth that I didn't know existed! Looking forward to returning for my next cleaning!
I have always been self conscious about my teeth, especially because I have worn through my enamel from bad habits when I was a child. Dr. Zhao and her team are not judgmental and clean thoroughly and gently. Both Charlene and Kaitlyn are…
Excellent services and friendly staff, very professional. The best in town, I highly recommend them.
Dr. Zhao is seriously the best! She has been my doctor for many years now and all of my appointments with her have been wonderful experiences. She has such a warm personality and always takes care to ensure that her patients feel comfortable. I…
I’ve always hated the dentist but this place has really changed my view of it. Everybody is so kind and welcoming, i feel so comfortable talking to everyone it’s nice to know i’ll be coming to an environment where it feels like everyone is my…
Very patient, friendly and professional staff, dental hygenist and dentist. I felt welcomed and heard.
I hadn't been to a dentist for the better part of a decade, so when I first went to Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry I was pretty nervous. But Dr. Zhao and her staff were so kind and made me feel comfortable almost immediately. They are very…
This was the least stressful dentist appointment I have ever been to. I understood what the treatments provided were, and why they were offered. I also appreciated the benefits coordinator, who explained my insurance benefits and the cost for…
Wonderful service, beautiful people, amazing facilities, would go again
Amazing docs and dental hygienists, caring and personable. My teeth have literally never been whiter or cleaner. Thanks for all your great work!
Dr. Zhao and her team are extremely professional and friendly. Everyone is very attentive and listened to my needs. Her office is very modern and equipped with latest tech. She treated me for a canker sore that resulted from a gym injury my…
This office is so nice and everything is so clean and new. Such a kind and compassionate dentist and staff. I know that they provide the best dental work here in a warm friendly environment. I got my first dental exam by Dr. Zhao almost 10 years…
The team at Rancho Peñasquitos Dentistry is exceptional! Everyone is so kind, helpful and patient. You can tell that they really enjoy working together and they have done several treatments for me in a painless and efficient manner. Thank you so…
Great place had all four wisdom teeth removed and one moler and a root canal. Feel so much better than I did with the teeth in my mouth. Was little more pricey then I thought woth my insurance but needed to be done health is wealth!
Place is very clean inside and outside. Appreciated the extra attention to detail and safety procedures at all levels of staff that I have interacted with. While cleaning Dr. Zhao is meticulously keeps communication with the assistant to ensure…
I highly recommend this office and Dr. Dawson! I recently had my first appointment at this office and it exceeded my expectations! I have always had great experiences with past dentists so I was worried that I had to try somewhere new BUT I am…
My first visit to a dentist in 5 years so I need some work done. I have had bad experiences at dentists before. They were great. The entire staff was nice and they are very professional. I needed a root canal. They had a specialist right in the…
I can only say positive things about this office and the staff! They r professional, go above kinda group.I was in the waiting room there was a “Karen” and Taylor at the front desk handled it so well, I was impressed, killed it with kindness!
Dr Zhao is amazing! I cannot recommend her enough. I’ve seen her for routine cleaning and to get a crown put on. She is so gentle with all of her procedures. She is so kind, caring, and compassionate. I couldn’t ask for a better dentist. I’m so…
I've never felt so comfortable in a dental office before. Everyone that worked with me was an absolute pleasure and I can't recommend this office enough!
Rancho PQ Dentistry is amazing! From start to finish this was our families best experience ever with a dental office. The entire office and staff were very warm and welcoming, we were kept in the loop of everything that was happening, all…
Dr. Zhao, Charlene, and the rest of the Rancho Penosquitos Dentistry team are remarkable. I have had such a pleasant experience each visit. They are all very friendly, attentive, kind, and understanding. The office is beautiful, clean, and…
Nice building, great staff, and Dr. Zhao is a wonderful dentist. However, I felt that they charged a bit too much for work. Honestly I have paid less out of pocket for dental work, than here with pretty good insurance. Id recommend them and I do…
I had several broken teeth fixed and a deep cleaning. Both painless. What a great team!
I cannot speak highly enough of the folks at Ranchos Penasquitos Dentistry! I had to get some emergency dental work done mid-March and they were not only willing to help, but went above and beyond! From my initial steps into the practice until…
As someone with deeply rooted anxiety over dental procedures and dentist visits, I feel incredibly lucky to have found Dr. Zhao and her staff. My experiences, from the scheduling process through to the visits and care themselves, were fantastic.…
Dr. Yige Zhao is an amazing dentist! I have a lot of anxiety about going to the dentist but she and her team made me feel totally at ease while getting a cleaning and taking care of a chipped tooth. Thank you Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry!
Dr. Zhao and her staff were absolutely wonderful. They were friendly and professional. I had been going to the same dentist for over 15 years and I'm happy to have found a place who I can confidently say will take the best care of me. I really…
I went to this office for the first time in January and I was pleasantly surprised. It's brand new and has all of the latest technology and every person I dealt with exceeded all of my expectations. My hygienist, Charlene, was awesome and Dr.…
Thank you to all the staff - Dr. Zhao, Helen, Charlene, Silo, and Dianna, for always taking care of me and my teeth! I love that they always take their time answering all my questions and concerns. I have been with them since they were at…
Dr. Zhao, the dental hygienist, Charlene, and the rest of the staff at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry were all so friendly and efficient. I got my cleaning and also tried teeth whitening for the first time by Charlene and I'm so happy with my…
Dr. Zhao & the entire team at Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry are the best choice when it comes to finding a dentist! Dr. Zhao, Charlene, Helen, Jayson, & Silo are all professionals at what they do. Most importantly, they keep the atmosphere…
Dr. Zhao is the best and kindest dentist out there. She treats you like family - not even kidding. The dental office is new so don't expect the usual gloomy, dark and super old dentistry that make you and the kids scared to even step in the…
I was getting ready to research the dental offices in the area when I noticed Rancho Penasquitos Dentistry was being built at the old Carl's Jr. restaurant which is conveniently located near my home and close to the gym I frequently visit. I…
I was looking for a new dental office to go for my check up and maintenance. I decided to make my first appointment there. All I can say is this place is amazing and have nothing bad to say about it. The whole process from making the appointment…
