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Dr. Melinda Marino DDS - Dentist

5.0 based on 4 reviews

1 Rating out of 5 stars

(858) 578-0800

San Diego, CA

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Review 1 by Stars: 5.0 on Link
I have been going to Dr. Marino for about 3 years now and I am very happy to say that I absolutely love Dr. Marino and her staff! They all make me feel so comfortable and I actually look forward to going to the dentist now. I also love the fact that the office is extremely immaculate, and it has a calming ambiance that makes me feel like I am at a spa resort! They are so nice and caring, but they definitely don't give off that "being fake nice because I have to" vibe. My husband had A LOT of work done and I was actually surprised how cheap it was...I was so ecstatic because we have an uncommon insurance company...and they took it!! The front office person (sweet lady, but I forget her name) told me they accepted almost all insurance companies. My kids (ages 3,6 and 8) also love Dr. Marino's office. There is a giant toy wall where they get to pick a toy (or two) and my kids talk non-stop about it. I can't believe they actually look forward to the dentist now! Trust me, I have had my share of horrible dentists...and I can honestly say that I have absolutely no complaints about this dental office

I know this doctor: 3 years

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Review 2 by Stars: 5.0 on Link
I absolutely love Dr. Marino and her staff! They are so caring, and I never feel like they are trying to rip me off at all. They told me exactly what I needed and then we talked about the best payment options. I have been to many Dentist's and Dr. Marino is definitely the BEST! The office is extremely clean and tidy, and fun! She even has a giant toy wall that the kids can choose and keep a toy after they are finished. My kids LOVE her! She is extremely friendly and knows how to make my kids laugh.

I know this doctor: 3 years

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Review 3 by Stars: 5.0 on Link
Excellent chair-side manner, procedures are effiecient and pain is minimal. I have had several crowns, fillings and cleanings - virtually painless (she gives the best pain-free shots I have ever had). Even my 5 year old loves going to see her! Highly recommended to anyone.

About Hygienist: Also excellent. Cleanings are thorough but not too lenghty and she also provides a great chair-side manner.

I know this doctor: 4 Years

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Review 4 by Stars: 4.5 on Link
I've been in for a regular cleaning and digital x-rays once. I went back for 2 cavity fillings and 2 3/4 crowns. Dr. Marino only does the white fillings - no mercury. I had a deep cavity and and she recommended a 3/4 crown which is very expensive (I assume this is the typical price) that my secondary insurance didn't cover, but was expected. The office had difficulty finding out about my secondary insurance, but it worked out eventually. The cleanings are done by one of the 2 doctors, not with a hygenist. Same with the drilling/fillings. I thought that everyone was nice, but both the doctor and front desk just weren't super nice. They tried to make me comfortable, but it was still a little awkward for whatever reason. The office is spotless and relaxing. They have DVD players/TV in each of the rooms during longer procedures. There are water fountains in each of the rooms, too. The restroom has a little basket of mini size Bath and Body Works lotions for your hands. Very cute. Maybe I personally just didn't click well? They are all very nice.
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