Nick Addario, DDS

Dr. Addario is as good as it gets! I’ve been with them for 15 years and all 7 of my kids have a great experience with him and his entire staff. Friendly. Accommodating. Proactive. No pushy sales type at all. Totally recommend him with 2 thumbs up!

Great staff, Dr Addario is amazing and very knowledgable… I would also add, he’s a perfectionist. Highly recommend! Have brought kids and hubby since we moved to Chula Vista 5 Yrs ago.
Going to the dentist isn’t up there in my favorite «to do» things but they always make my experience stress free!

I was a patient of Dr. Addario’s for a few years before a change of insurance policy forced me to look elsewhere. I went several years going from one dentist to another before I gave up and went back to Dr. Addario.
There are many reasons why I came back:
1. I love the personal touch. A little goes a loooong way with me. They always remember my face and my name, even if I have trouble remembering theirs. Everytime I walk into their office, I am greeted warmly using my name. They remember little details about my wife/​kids that I don’t even remember telling them.
2. The detail they put into collecting and/​or building your dental history is great. When I first visited Dr. Addario, I was a little bummed that they could not clean my teeth right away, but I quickly bought into the process and I am glad I stuck with them. There is no pressure to do one procedure vs. another. There are always options, including the option of NOT doing anything. I appreciate that they do their best to arm me with their best recommendation and I can make an informed decision on my own time.
3. Dental hygienists. I have worked with 3 of them, and I prefer Antoinette, but I have had great experiences with all 3. In my experiences, I have spent the same, if not more time, with the dental hygienist, as compared with Dr. Addario. I’m big on dental hygienist that are gentle and not robotic, especially when putting a bunch of instruments in my mouth. I’m even a bigger fan when they make the x-​rays bearable, as I gag pretty easily.
4. In-​mouth camera. I love how Dr. Addario explains what’s working right and what’s not working right in my mouth without getting too technical. I clearly understand where I need to improve my brushing/​flossing.
5. Finally, I really do feel they are not out there looking to just make a buck at their patients’ expense. They truly want you to take care of your teeth as best as you can. I think if I moved up north, I would still make the drive down to Chula Vista to see Dr. Addario.
Keep up the great work Sunbow Dentistry!

I have been going to Sunbow Family Dentistry for many years. Dr. Nick Addario and his entire staff are truly wonderful. In 2003 my husband and I moved out of the Chula Vista area and up to Poway, but I refuse to see anyone else. I make the drive down to Chula Vista for all of my dental work because I value Dr. Nick’s opinions and expertise, and I have FULL confidence that I will receive excellent treatment and results every single time — bottom line. Not to mention that he and his staff treat me (and every other patient I’ve seen walk through his doors) with such a high level of service excellence that you don’t experience much these days. They greet you with a smile, know you by first name, and do their absolute best to make you feel at home and comfortable. I feel like a valued client each time.
I see Dr. Nick for my regular 6-​month cleanings, but he has also assisted me with a handful of small cavities over the years, and has also helped me to transform my smile (and increase my confidence ten fold!) with a little bit of cosmetic dentistry, too!
My father also sees Dr. Nick and is undergoing the Invisalign treatment. He is almost done, and WOW! The results are already tremendous! My dad is so happy with the results, and just raves about Dr. Nick and his staff all the time (which says a lot — my dad is very particular and expects a lot!).
All in all, the team at Sunbow Family Dentistry are fantastic and I would highly recommend that anyone use their services.

Experienced and well educated dentist with a great gift of making you feel comfortable and in good hands. I came in for an implant on a front tooth and he didn’t tell me what to do. He asked me what I wanted. I wanted a good smile and an implant so we are working up a plan to get both done affordably and comfortably. He is thorough so he took photos from all angles and he will analyze me for a meeting we will have next week to go over options and cost. I can’t wait to see the possibilities. If you want a excellent dentist that listens, go to Dr Addario. Update to come after our second meeting.

Wow where do I start! I’m a first time customer and I was treated top notch from the time I walked in the front door and met the staff too meeting Dr. Addario! What a great establishment and too top it off an excellent Dentist in Dr. Addario. The staff handled me accordingly, broke down what insurance was paying and what I was responsible for creating such a smooth transaction. Total transparency and very honest, ethical people. Dr. Addario genuinely cares about each and every patient he sees as I got to experience that when I went! I was so amazed and impressed by how he shows so much passion in his voice when he talks to you about what he sees and what he’s doing proving that he truly does care about you and not how much $ he can get get off you! Dr. Addario is a true professional, ethical to the highest standard and treats each patient like there the only one he’s attending too! Dr. Addario even did a follow up call with me that same evening after performing work on me earlier that morning! That is unheard of! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to your profession and expertise! You have my family as customers for life! You cant go wrong with Dr. Addario!!! Thats a promise!

My family has been seeing Dr. Nick for a long time. Dr. Nick and his staff are the nicest most professional team I have ever experienced. If you are looking for a dentist for the whole family Dr. Nick is the dentist for you.

Great place! Everyone knows you by name and is always happy to greet you. Dr. Addario is very personable and gives it to you straight. I went to a different dentist when I first got to San Diego and regretted it the first instant I walked in the door. Dr. Addario’s office is very well set up and they even have tv’s to watch while you’re getting anything done. I highly recommend this office to everyone I know!

Well, this is my honest assessment of this dental office after having gone here many times. First, one of the reasons I decided to switch to this dental office was that I liked what Dr. Addario says in his website video…“no one here is a number and we know everybody by their first name… our goal is to see one patient at a time… etc etc.”
The first visit was impressive. I felt very welcomed. The doctor and everybody in the office called me by my first name. The doctor had all the time to spend with me as a patient without feeling rushed. However, over the course of my subsequent visits, things had changed. Nobody, including the doctor, called me by my first name. Also, most of my visits, the doctor seemed to be in a rush, trying to accommodate the other patients in the other rooms or seemed preoccupied worrying for the next patients already waiting in the lobby. I guess they always seem to overbook patients at any given time. It just gave me an impression that this dental office is no different from all the others that I had been, where they seem to function like in a production-​like setting. The quality of work is just ok. The dental office, however, is very nice. And the doctor as well as his staff are all nice.
I am giving 2 ½ stars since, honestly, this office is neither the best nor the worst. And there is always room for improvement

I have been going to dr. addario’s practice for years. He is a great guy and super helpful!

By the sheer number of 5 star quality this place has, my review may be meaningless and you probably want to scroll down to see all the dirty grits others have left. So instead, I’d like to propose a different type of review, which is the reviews of PATIENTS that I see walking through those doors that may or may not have a Unilocal account to put up a review.
Beginning — Every person that walks through the door, it’s astonishing how the two ladies in the front desks remembers every patients names that walks in and how the patients are freely conversing with the ladies about their personal lives, and even drops off gifts of food for them time to time of how genuine the front desk is with their patients.
Middle — Instead of being summoned, the doctor himself will come out to greet his patients, and it never fails to cease that when a patient looks at the doctor, they seem to have a rather faint warm glow to their face as if they are seeing an old friend of theirs rather than someone that’s going to penetrate your mouth with metal objects.
End — Dr. Addario is a family man of 2 kids and a beautiful wife, he loves sports of crossfitting, and enjoys learning to play the piano.
Whether you are male or female, black or white, apples or oranges, I’ve still have yet to see a person that walks out of the building feeling how horrible it was to go visit the dentist at this place.
Hope you enjoyed reading this review,
Have a great day

I can not tell you I am to have found Dr. Addarrio! I have been so scared to go to the dentist. I never felt comfortable or fully trusted a dentist, until I met him. As soon as I met him he put me at ease. He explains everthything to you step by step. He lets you know what is most important for your dental health with a plan on achieving it at your own pace. He shows you what is going on with your mouth and gives you the facts and you decide. After meeting with him I no longer was afraid. I trust him with my family and they all love him! I have had to remove old fillings for new, never once with any pain. Even his shots are painless! (I’m not exaggerating!) the whole staff is awesome and welcoming. You can’t go wrong with any I the hygienists either. Need a great dentist? Look no further!

Dr. Addario is probably one of the best dentists in San Diego County. His staff are accommodating and very professional. I have lived in the south bay since 1962 and Dr. Addario is the first dentist to make me feel comfortable. He has always explained procedures clearly and made recommendations well in advance that enabled my family and I make educated decisions regarding our treatment. As a former juvenile transportation officer for San Diego County I have literally visited over 100 dental offices in San Diego County. Believe me, some are much better than others and Sunbow Dentistry is second to none! If you want the best possible care, doctor Addario is a no-​brainer. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I have had problems with my teeth for as long as I can remember. My mom was adamant about me not having bad teeth so she made sure I had every bit of dental work I ever needed even though money was tight. I have been to countless dentist with most of them being pretty bad, but we were poor so we went with whoever would deal with our lack of insurance and less than stellar credit. As an adult I have tried to keep up on it but some of my past work is so bad I’m constantly having issues. Dr. Addario tells it like it should be told, fixes the problems, doesn’t make you feel like a freak for having problems, and gives the best damn fillings I have ever had and I have A LOT. I’m currently overdue for my check up and I’m sure it will be expensive when I go back but it will be worth every penny. This man has it down– and to the girl who complained about having to wait 3 months… You missed your chance at a top dentist.

My mother and I have both been to Dr. Addario and were recommended by my cousin. It is so difficult to find a good dentist and we are so happy we found him! My mother had very extensive work done to her entire mouth and he did an amazing job. She still comments on how pleased she is. He is not only great at his craft but he is also courteous, professional and patient. We can’t say enough good things about him. You will not be disappointed if you give him a try! Thank you Dr. Addario!

After three bouts of BAD dentistry I finally found one that actually cares about the person and not just money. He is very meticulous about his work which I really appreciate. Other dentists have given me qoutes on the work they want done without really seeing what my options were. He also met with my husband at the same time during a consultation for my dentures.
The front off with Debbie and Christina have been nothing but fantastic and accomdating with appointments and get to know the clients coming in
I’m so happy with my dentures and really feel he gave me my smile back and therefore gave me back my confidence on myself.

Words cannot express how thankful I am that I discovered Dr. Addario (thank you fellow Unilocalers!) After avoiding going to the dentist for over 20 years, a cracked tooth forced me to look for a dentist that would help me get my mouth back to a healthy condition. Dr. Addario and the team at Sunbow Family Dentistry were exactly what I needed.
Call it «fate», «luck», or whatever, I’m just glad I decided to have them take care of me. From the moment I first walked through the front door, I knew I was in good hands. The offices are modern and comfortable, and everyone from the front office crew to the dental assistants (hi Sloane!) to the hygienists are professional as well as friendly.
My initial consultation with Dr. Addario helped settle my nerves about going back to the dentist. He listened to my needs and came up with a solid plan to get my mouth healthy again. His knowledge and expertise were clearly evident during our first meeting. What I most appreciate about Dr. Addario is his collaborative style. I feel like he’s working with me as a person rather than treating me like a patient so there’s no mystery about what’s going to happen to me when I’m in «the chair».
My experience with Dr. Addario and everyone at Sunbow Family Dentistry has been extremely positive. It might sound ridiculous but it really is true that I now enjoy going to the dentist! The televisions in the rooms, the lip balm, and the warm face wipes are icing on the cake. It’s like going to a spa for your mouth!
In short, I highly recommend Dr. Addario to anyone and everyone — regardless of how long it’s been since they’ve last seen a dentist!

I was very optimistic about Dr. Addario after reading the reviews here. I had a thorough exam with him. He recommended a deep cleaning. I agreed to go. I set up an appointment for the left side of my mouth. I went to that appointment, then was told that they would call me to do the right side. I never heard back from them. ONE YEAR LATER, I got a message from the office requesting an appointment. Really?
Totally disappointing.

I can’t thank Dr. Addario and his staff enough. This first visit has me hooked for life.
Yesterday morning at 7:15 I called his office, asking if there was any way they could fit me in somewhere, as my tooth was causing me excruciating pain. Debbie took my information and told me she would call me back within the hour with further news. In ten minutes, my phone rang and I was invited to come in at 9 a.m. She emailed me the paperwork to fill out at home and even took care of contacting my insurance for me.
I walked into the office that morning to kind greetings, and was soon ushered back into a chair where X-​rays were taken. Dr. Addario then came in, introduced himself, and told me that I would be needing a root canal. He thoroughly explained the X-​rays to me, showing me what had gone wrong with my tooth. He checked his schedule, and that of a few other dentists, and told me that I could come back that afternoon at 2 to have him work on the procedure. (It was a very busy day, he said.)
He was concerned about the pain and my anxiety of anything dental, so he wrote me two prescriptions for medication to take care of it. I came back at 2 in the afternoon and was quickly treated. Dr. Addario explained everything as he was going along, and I was completely numb and relaxed. I felt no pain. Focusing on the Food Network on the ceiling television helped, as well.
This morning, the day after the root canal, I was pleasantly surprised by a phone call from Dr. Addario himself, inquiring after my comfort. This was the «icing on the cake», so to speak, and has cemented my decision to move permanently to this dental practice. I can’t recommend Dr. Addario and his staff enough.

I came across the listing for Dr. Addario’s way back in 2010 when I was suffering from a severe toothache. The pain was so terrible that I couldn’t sleep, so at 7 in the morning, my husband (boyfriend at the time!) and I were searching the internet for available dentists. As fate would have it, Dr. Addario’s was the only place open so early!
We flew down to his office, and despite me being a walk-​in with no insurance to speak of, they managed to squeeze me in and take care of my tooth in record time, even being so kind as to waive some fees on my bill. Talk about earning some loyalty!
Despite being «out of network» (now that I have insurance), Sunbow Family Dentistry is the only dentist’s office I’ll go to. I had a lot of work done of my teeth since then (scaling and root planing, and about 7 – 8 cavities) and the procedures have always gone smoothly and quickly with minimal (if at all) pain! I even have a dentist appointment coming up to take care of the last of my cavities this Friday and I feel no anxiety about it at all. It would be perfect if Sunbow was apart of my insurance network, but at least it covers 40% of the fees, and honestly, it’s worth it. I’ve had terrible dentists in the past, so I know something wonderful when I see it.
(I had actually meant to do a review way back in 2010, but I didn’t realize it was saved in my drafts, so I just updated my review instead!)