Lawrence M Addleson, DDS

If you are looking for a dental office that provides comfort, a talented staff and beautiful dentistry, this is the office! From the moment you walk in the door, you are greeted with smiling faces and feeling of care from the staff. I had my entire upper teeth done by Dr. Campbell and couldn’t be more happier with his work! I’ve had other dentist try to create the smile I wanted but they didn’t have the vision nor talent as The Art of Dentistry. Thank you for creating the beautiful smile I’ve always wanted!

I hadn’t had my teeth cleaned in years so you can imagine the amount of junk that was on my teeth. Darcie took her sweet time and was extremely patient with me. This entire team is amazeballs and I am extremely satisfied with the friendliness and impeccable customer service this team provides.
Dr. Campbell was able to give a THOROUGH consultation including X-​rays, photos, and recommendations on how to treat the array of problems I have. The dental assistant, Salam was just a beautiful ray of sunshine during my visit. Everything was explained in a way I could understand. Every last one of my questions were answered. And I didn’t feel rushed.
I’m still fearful of the dentist but they make it OK for me to be fearful and do everything they can to make it a comfortable experience. I have confidence that they will make my smile beautiful.
Also, the office is amazing. It’s clean, spacious, and relaxing.

This is one of the most professionally run, accommodating offices I’ve ever been in. I understand why Dr. Addleson is considered such a leader in his field. Great chairside manner and knows his business. Nice friendly staff

As a former Deputy Attorney General, I previously represented the Dental Board of California (DBC), and since about 1978 have consulted with and represented dentists throughout Northern and Southern California in state Board licensing matters. It is with this special background that I wish to provide the following review:
My family and I currently and for over three decades have obtained our dental care from Dr. Larry Addleson, DDS. I can unequivocally say Larry is a very likable individual, and from my own experience I know he and his other dentists, including Dr. David Landau and Dr. Douglas Campbell, are superb; exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable; and, most caring and conscientious. In addition, the entire staff of the Art of Dentistry maintains the same — highest standard of excellence. Of particular mention in my own personal care, I wish to commend Lisa, a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), and Anita, a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).
I highly recommend you contact the Art of Dentistry and enjoy the benefits of their attention to detail when it comes to your own needs and desires and, of course, thorough and individualize preventive treatment plan.

I had an extremely traumatizing dental experience that turned me off to dentists. I read about Dr Addleson and decided I would be able to trust him due to the great reviews he received. The staff was friendly and helpful as I suffer from EXTREME anxiety. He took xrays and listened to my story. I was nervous/​anxious & scared. He tried to soothe me comparing my trauma to being raped. That didn’t soothe me. His intention was only positive, I know.
He gave me some recommendations to get a tooth pulled & get my implant removed. I got the implant removed and had to have a bone graft also. Incredibly frightening but Dr Tim Smith was recommended and he was great. When it was time to go pull another tooth, it was scary to me and I put it off a month. I also made some nervous/​lame joke about the other dentist who hurt me, which maybe Dr Addleson read the wrong way — I am from NYC so sometimes people think I’m serious when I’m being sarcastic… or if it’s just jitters.
Later that same month, I got a certified letter from Dr. Addleson stating that he would not treat me. There was no reason stated. I assume it was be because I didn’t follow his instructions fast enough for him, or that he was afraid of me due to my dumb joke. I was crushed. I was crying. I finally summoned the nerve to take care of my dental health, which he knew was took me 7 years to do & was a terrifying thing for me, and was turned away.
A few years later, I got the courage to try going to a dentist again. Searched around but decided to see if Dr. Addelson would consider treating me again. The front desk transferred me to his wife who told me «No, you’ve already been dismissed as a patient and we don’t take people back for any reason.»
I really don’t know why this happened to me or why I’m not welcome as a patient since he told me to my face he was going to help me & seemed sincere in wanting me to be healthy & happy.
I summoned up a lot of courage to do contact him & show up. This experience made me pull back even further from getting dental treatment. I haven’t seen a dentist since then. I’m afraid they’ll say they’ll help, but will just turn me away when I am relying on them to help me.
I hope no one who has had a bad dental experience and who hopes to correct that with Dr. Addleson ever has an experience like mine or ever gets a certified letter stating you are not welcome there like I did.

Dr Campbell and the AOD staff are great. Thanks

The Art of Dentistry is a fabulous office with one of the most professional staffs I have ever encountered. The practice was willing to allow me, as a future Dental Hygiene student, to observe an entire day in the office. Each staff member was friendly, influential, and seemed genuinely happy to have me there. Dr. Landau along with the Hygienist Darcie Bell whom I shadowed for the day had a brilliant rapport with all of the patients seen that day. I felt that I learned a lot and now I can see what a truly great practice is made of, that is patient care, dental expertise, and overall impeccable treatment. Every patient I witnessed was happy when they entered and happy when they left. I believe that’s what truly counts when you are in the profession dedicated to smiles! If you’re looking for an office that will get to know you, make you feel at home, and give you the healthy smile you aspire to show the world than I highly recommend making an appointment. Check out the before/​after photos taken by the doctors themselves of their very own patients and read over patient reviews and it will just reiterate the excellence. The «San Diego’s Best» title doesn’t just get thrown out there lightly…

Dr. Addleson and his partners have raised the bar on dentistry. My husband is half way through Dr. A. replacing his 2 front teeth due to an accident. This practice is committed to perfection and customer service. No one will ever detect the new teeth are anything other than natural. These dentists are true artists with a drill, passion, and an eye for reality.

I always leave this office feeling well cared for. Today was no different. I had to have a crown replaced– which is rarely a fun event. From the time I walked in the door, it was a pleasure to be with the staff. I loved their interaction among themselves as well as how they made me feel. In the end, I now have a beautiful, pain-​free crown/​tooth. Thank you to all of The Art of Dentistry for holding dental care to the highest standards of professionalism, expertise, and care. Congratulations.

I chose The Art of Dentistry based on recommendations from other professionals in the dental field and I am completely satisfied with the results. I have posted my before and after photo (I know pretty bold) so that you can see for yourself why I am so happy with the work that Dr. Campbell and his wonderful assistant did. In only 4 hours they had erased 5 years of neglect and without any pain during or after the novocain wore off. I felt like I was on a first class flight the whole time I was there. I was offered a blanket, Netflix movies on the iPad hanging above me and a Jamba juice. They actually made it fun to go to the dentist! And the results were miraculous!

I tried to make an appointment here for a consultation. The lady who answered the phone asked if I would be utilizing any type of insurance. I told her of my insurance carrier which she said they don’t accept (I figured that much, most DDS’s don’t accept insurance). When I asked her what types of insurance they accept she stated that they only accept PPO insurance of which, they are not an in network provider… so basically they don’t accept any insurance? She then said that she would go ahead and provide me with the number to the Ca Dental Society so that I can find a dentist that was in network. I was highly offended by this and told her that if it was necessary that I find an in network provider then by all means, give me the phone number so I can take my business elsewhere. Her response was ‘no it’s not necessary to have an in network provider but you need to know that any services we provide would have to be paid for out of pocket’. She wasn’t rude when she made the assumption that I didn’t have enough money to pay for my dental work… which, being cosmetic in nature, I am well aware that my expenses will be out of pocket and have budgeted accordingly. Maybe she should have asked my employment status and hourly wage before determining whether or not I was fit to be a privileged client? Having nice teeth may be a luxury only a select few can afford but until I share with you my bank account number, don’t ASSUME anything about my ability to pay.

The Art of Dentistry is by far the best office al around.

Best dentist ever! Dr. Landau, all assistants and the staff are professional, caring and most importantly state of the art when it comes to anything dental related. Additionally, any referred specialist I had to see (e.g. Endodontist in Hillcrest — Dr. Herold) was also cream of the crop. Highly recommend this dentistry!!!

Dr Doug Campbell and staff are fabulous. The staff, including Dr Campbell, are so friendly, knowledgeable and kind. The office, equipment and treatments are extremely modern and painless. I can’t say enough great things about this practice. After my first visit I called 4 friends and told them to strongly consider leaving their existing DDS for him.

I saw Dr. Campbell. He is an awesome doctor, explains everything very well, and is extremely kind and easy going. You can tell that he loves what he does. He is a Navy veteran, as am I, which made me more comfortable seeing him for the first time. They have state of the art technology, the staff is friendly, and the office is clean and nice. I highly recommend Dr. Campbell!

I have been a VERY SATISFIED patient of DR. LANDAU since 1998; before he was with Art of Dentistry. He is an exceptional dentist and the Art of Dentistry staff is outstanding. The Art of Dentistry treats their patients with utmost respect, value and ease. I receive compliments on my smile quite regularly and it is due to Dr. Landau and his staff!

Dr. Lawrence Addleson, thank you!!!
I had old restorations on my two front teeth that I’ve had since age 14, thanks to a face plant to the ground brought on by my thoughtful brothers! 14 years later it was about time to get them replaced. I am a model and professional surfer and really depend on my teeth and smile! That being why I became so self conscious over my bad restorations and not having the courage to have them replaced. I had visited many dentists and I saw the same thing over and over. Huge white bulky looking teeth, too perfect. Not for me. I wanted to have the teeth I never had, teeth that looked my own, teeth that looked very natural and of course I didn’t want to drastically change my smile. I didn’t want people to notice «different teeth» I just wanted them to look at my smile and NOT notice that they weren’t real. I wanted a better more natural version of what I had. I was so pleasantly surprised with Dr. Addleson and his staff. They were so patient with me and really made me feel comfortable and confident that I would be happy at the end of this process. They were never tired of my questions and always had a smile on their face. They know that this is an emotional process as well as a physical one and takes time. Dr. Addleson doesn’t just put teeth in and then say ok your stuck with them whichever way they come! He will make sure that everything is exactly the way you want it to be and if the quality isn’t what they think is the best it can be they will do them over until they are perfect. Not many dentists will go that far to get you YOUR perfect smile. I had a huge amount of anxiety going into this process and Dr. Addleson really helped me to come out the other end with a different opinion on dentists all together. So thank you to Dr. Addleson and his amazing staff for creating my perfect natural smile!

I went here for a dental cleaning recently, and the experience was much more than I expected. The facility itself was gorgeous, although the energy felt very «Hollywood;» but maybe that’s because they treat you like a movie star there. I received the best and most thorough cleaning and evaluation of my teeth… ever.
All of their equipment features the latest in dental technology – it’s like The Incredibles meets Men in Black meets whatever else that you can associate with high-​tech stuff.
I highly recommend Art of Dentistry for the ultimate dental experience!

I have also reviewed this business under their biz name: «The Art of Dentistry».
I just want to say that Dr. Addleson is really the best in San Diego. I’m really amazed at how great my teeth look, and really happy that I selected him to do the work. I had poor bonding that over the years just continued to look worse and worse. They were the wrong shape and size, and frankly it made me really self-​conscious of my smile.
After meeting Dr. Addleson, he explained what the issue was. (They were originally done by my dentist, who is not a cosmetic dentist, just a general dentist.) He explained how the eye is drawn to the unevenenss, the mis-​matching, the funny shapes, the gum line etc. He took a photo of my teeth, and then using a pen, diagrammed on the photo how they could look. After that, I felt really confident he could fix my teeth because it was clear he understood how and where to fix them.
I ended up selecting porcelain crowns instead of just re-​bonding. I was a little worried that they would look too perfect, which would make them look fake, but Dr. Addleson worked with me to get the exact right shape, color, and even proportion to the size of my mouth, and face. I’m really impressed with what he was able to do. It was expensive, but in my opinion, worth every penny. I have a beautiful smile that I’m really proud of, and because they are porcelain, they are really going to look fantastic for years and years.
You can go into his office and look at his work in the books he has on his coffee tables in the lobby. There are tons of before and after photos. You will be amazed at the final results.
He has free parking underneath his office, so it’s really convenient. The staff are very professional, and very sweet.
Most of all, Dr. Addleson is just super to work with. He’s got a great personality, he’s really sharp, and he’s never going to steer you wrong. I remember thinking at one point, ‘jeez, this guy is more concerned with the final result than I am.’ And because he’s so good at what he does, I really enjoyed going in to see him. I will probably miss him now that my work is done. I never thought I would say that about a dentist!

I won’t let just anyone into my mouth. Which is why, when I need serious dental work done, I hop on a plane and fly 2500 miles to visit Dr. David A. Landau, DDS, who recently joined The Art of Dentistry. He’s that good.
Dr. Landau is leagues ahead of other dentists I’ve been to in terms of his knowledge of cutting edge dentistry, his use of next generation materials and technology, and his skill level.
The man is a Picasso with a dental drill. His drive for perfection would be almost maddening if it didn’t result in such beautiful and painless work. He has a compassionate and funny chair-​side manner. He’s probably too honest for his own bottom line; he won’t sell you dental services you don’t truly need.
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