Uptown Dental Designs

I’ve been going to Dr. Schindler for about 14 years (whew, has it been that long!?). He is very friendly, but doesn’t push you to make small talk if you’re not into it. I like to just zone out, so he and his assistant just chat amiably during the procedures, which is AOK with me. He’s very thorough and makes recommendations, but doesn’t try to upsell lots of cosmetic stuff, unless you’re interested. Recommended!

Dr. Schindler is fantastic. Appointments are always on time, and everything done quickly and efficiently. I particularly like that Dr. Schindler allows the patient to make decisions, and he never recommends anything unnecessary. If anything, he’s conservative with any procedures. The whole office is great working with insurance and keeping everything legit. Not too many dentists are like this anymore.

Best dentist yet! No wait time (I’m shouldn’t be telling you this!), excellent care and unprecedented bedside (can I call it this?) manner. I can’t believe I ever went anywhere else. Check your insurance and if you’re one of the lucky ones… switch quickly!

Dr. Schindler, Georgie, and Lynn are absolutely fantastic. I’ve been coming to this office for years and am grateful for such a comfortable environment. Additionally, I’m disabled and appreciate how accommodating this practice is, as well as the access to parking in their private lot.

I hate going to the dentist and if not for a broken tooth, I never would have been to see Dr Schindler. He was recommended by a friend because of my dental emergency and the only dentist I trusted until now, is Nashville TN. Well I now have a San Diego dentist and one that I felt very at ease with from the start. I called last minute only hours before Dr Schindler was supposed to be leaving for vacation and they fit me right in and stayed an hour late to get my tooth taken care of. Georgia his receptionist is fantastic and Ashley the hygienist is a sweetheart. They all made me feel so at home and unlike most of my past dentists I felt as if I was in control. Dr Schindler continually made sure I was okay and explained exactly what I he was doing in a very relatable and non condescending manor. I will be back and would wholly recommend him to anyone without question.

I hate the dentist. I admit that my anxiety is irrational and unfounded. Unfortunately, I have bad teeth. My mom didn’t allow us fluoride treatments and there are also some poor teeth in my genes. I have two crowns, one post, and a baby tooth that will have to be replaced at some point. I also have a bridge that went in when I was 18 because no permanent tooth ever did.
We found Dr. Schindler a few years ago. I love his office, his staff, and him. He probably has no idea because I am a basket case, but he is very sympathetic and understanding. I have managed to return every 6 months for cleanings and dental care. Thank God for Dr. Schindler.

I love everyone in this office. They are all friendly and professional and help you feel cared for and relaxed. There’s no shaming like they do in other offices and I’ve never felt like they’re trying to sell me a service I don’t need. Also, they’re flexible with appointments so I can come after work.

I love Dr. Schindler and his assistant… Who I am blanking on a name right now. Georgia? Anyway, they are great. Love their work. They are friendly and consistent.

It’s hard for me to find a dentist that not only is good with my ultra sensitivity, but is helpful, attentive, and personal. Thanks to Dr Schindler and his team for being so accomdating! My only thing is that they’re a bit more expensive than other places, but I’m staying, it’s worth it for the quailty I’m getting in the year I’ve gone here.

Dr. Schindler knows his business. He does the neato lip/​cheek shake so you don’t feel the needle going in, he’s got a fancy laser thing for finding nascent cavities, and the tooth polisher vibrates. I realize that those aren’t necessarily amazing things in and of themselves and don’t totally address the actual dentistry, but they’re the things that have stuck with me (in addition to the quick pain-​free fillings and dedicated parking lot). Everyone there is very pleasant, the office is tidy and clean, and if you ever wanted to watch House Hunters International while you’re waiting for your face to get numb, this is definitely the place for you.

Dr Craig is awsome! He is very gentle and won’t cut you gums up. Every time I have visted his office, his staff has been friendly and they all have a great since of humor.

After going to a corporate dentist factory in Boston, I had been quoted a disturbingly large number to fix some problems with my teeth just after college graduation. I didn’t have insurance at the time so I couldn’t afford any of it and therefore avoided the dentist for the next 5 years (mature, right?)
Then I finally got insurance, took a deep breath and went to see the guy right down the street from me in my new hometown of San Diego. My teeth were not perfect but Dr. Schindler showed me how they were nowhere near as bad as I had been told and he could fix me up in a week and charge me way less (even if you look at it without insurance).
The doc and his assistant make a really good team and they are super friendly people. They will let you know where your problem areas are but never pressure you or make you feel guilty for not flossing. Although I am much better at flossing regularly now. I’ve been going here regularly for the last 4 years and as long as I live in Southern CA will continue happily.

I have been coming here for two years. The staff isvery friendly. Dr Schindler is professional and a great guy. The office is clean and very well decorated.

I highly recommend Dr. Craig Schindler as your local dentist. He and his entire staff are so nice, welcoming, friendly, and professional. I have anxiety every time I even make a dentist appointment, but Dr. Schindler and his assistant are so nice and calming.
The place is great and the service is even better!

I was referred here by a friend and wow! Am I thankful!
I hate going to the dentist but this was a wonderful experience. The staff are great and so courteous and Dr. Craig Schindler was gentle, quick and thorough. I also appreciate how he took the time to explain stuff without making me feel bad about not flossing!
I highly recommend Dr. Schindler at Uptown Dental!

Dr. Chou is awesome and the staff is super friendly. The technology is amazing and they don’t try to get u to buy extra stuff u don’t need.

Being new to San Diego I hesitantly found a dentist in the phone book and showed up. Lucky me, I picked Dr. Chau at Uptown Dental Designs. If you need a dentist I highly recommend seeing him– so far the best dentist I’ve ever had! He gave me lots of time and attention so I did not feel rushed out of there to make room for another patient. Mostly when you go to the dentist you never see the dentist until the last 15 seconds when they walk in look into your mouth without acknowledging you are a person laying there, and walk back out. Not here, Dr. Chau actually CLEANED my teeth! I was shocked, but he was very thorough and careful. A hygienist came in second to apply the fluoride and finish up. All of the staff were professional and kind, the office is clean and modern. I look forward to going back.

I had been going to TJ to get dental work done for a number of years when things changed. Suddenly I had insurance! It was crap insurance, but it was enough to send me scurrying for a good neighborhood tooth driller and I found a gem.
Craig Schindler, on the corner of Fourth and Pennsylvania is a delight. I’ve been going to him for a couple of years and he is always bright, happy, fast and pain free. He’s also very easy on the eyes. Does a great job of maintaining a fab atmosphere in his mod-​a-​go-​go office, too.
Last week I broke a couple of fillings. Ok: I was at Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles. It was really bad, but that’s another review. Anyway, I went to see Dr. S and begged for mercy. The economy has not been kind to my wallet and the aforementioned insuance is gone. He quickly repaired both teeth (which thankfully, didn’t need drilling or numbing) and charged me a scant $ 150. I’m sure I got a deal because he understood my situation.