Tarabishi Dental 4223 Genesee Avenue, San Diego, CA 92117

"I typically try to refrain from writing bad reviews, but I am EXTREMELY disappointed and concerned over the treatment my sister received during a recent visit. An unnecessary assumption was made regarding her being a Medi-Cal beneficiary. This assumption was not only baseless but also made her feel VERY uncomfortable, which is unacceptable in any healthcare setting. As a licensed professional in healthcare, I find such presumptions deeply disrespectful and contrary to the ethical standards of patient care. It's imperative to remember that the primary focus of your practice should be on providing medical care; front desk staff does not need to "guess" what insurance you have. The assumption about my sister's insurance and the subsequent discomfort it caused her underscores a significant lapse in professionalism and empathy. My sister, a successful business owner, deserves the same respect and courtesy as any other patient. I urge your practice to reflect on this incident and prioritize patient care over business considerations."

"Many years now this place is listed on Denti-Cal for us people who happen to be on it, it's misleading as it shows it's in Clairemont Mesa, however, for Endodontics, it's not there, you have to call another dental office, North County Dental Specialties, up in Escondido. For those of us with no transportation, or limited income, who hate to drive with a passion, we had have to drive back and forth several times for consults, coming back again, (they prescribed me ABX once) and they also lost my x-ray or something, their doctors aren't there often, for instance. You won't be getting the Star Treatment here if you use Denti-cal. Today, Reem, (she said her name was that), laughed, "out of kindness", she said, because I said I wanted a second opinion there with them, since according to her, they only do first time root canals, and no re-treatment. OK, yet these places get funded for us to get 'healthy smiles' and they said I had the option of pulling my tooth at my general dentist, which is scary, Endodontists there, who isn't listed on the site, like Tarabishi, but a Dr. Gavin, I saw a couple times or more, and another doctor later on, this last year. Both want to treat me but their office or manager or who knows what, want these fancy 3D cone x-rays about $800/1K to make sure they do a great job on the root canal, the one last doctor explained, or their assistant, or both, but they lost me there. Made not much sense to me, because I don't have that amount to spend on my tooth that feels chipped basically.. I mean, I just wish they would treat the patient and not complain about the amount Denti-cal pays them or something... SIGH. Edited to add my reply to their reply... here's my reply; WELL it's misleading to get referred to someone in Dentical, when it's a POSSIBLE RT, Did I say it was a Definite? YOU did not ask for the record, referral, anything like that."

"Great place. Worth the wait. The assistant was dual licensed with talents as he did NOT insert annoying blade gum cutting film in my mouth to take x rays. I got my teeth cleaned by a doctor from Mexico. The combination of the back and front staff exceeded may expectations. Ooh, and did I mention that Dr Gonzales is a female, she is so gentle. I only want to come in with this particular crew, because I don't like the dentist. LOL"

"I saw Dr.Marevah(sp?) at any rate his use of a needle in numbing is superior to over 95%-100% of dentist i have had cared for me. Very professional, staff is superb. Trilingual aiding to good communications with many different peoples. Dentist no longer is dreaded experience. Cannot put into words the exceptional work done by the Doctor and his very proficient staff. What a great peoples they are, Anyone would want to emulate them professionally."

"I absolutely love this office. They have been extremely kind to my sister(who works here occasionally) as well as myself and grandmother. Every employee goes above and beyond to make your experience worth your time and money. My mouth feels great after a recent wisdom tooth extraction. I recommend this office to anyone in the San Diego area. They’re amazing!"