Looking for a friendly, modern pediatric dentist in San Diego? Smile Arc Pediatric Dentistry helps children build confident, healthy smiles with gentle care designed just for kids, right in the 4S Ranch and Rancho Bernardo area. From your first visit, you will notice the difference: clear communication, advanced technology, and a team that genuinely cares about your child’s comfort. We are easy to reach from across North County and proud to be a dental home for families in 92127, 92128, and the surrounding communities.
Families across North County choose Smile Arc for care built entirely around children:
Our office sits in the heart of the 4S Ranch and Rancho Bernardo corridor, just minutes from the Shops at Highland Ranch, RB Town Center, and Bernardo Heights Country Club. Inside, the space was built around children, from the welcoming front desk to bright, comfortable exam rooms designed to keep young patients calm and curious rather than nervous. New families are always welcome, and our team makes that first visit easy from the moment you walk in.
The 4S Ranch and Rancho Bernardo area is one of San Diego’s most family-friendly, with master-planned neighborhoods, top schools, and an active, growing community of young families. Many of the children we care for attend Poway Unified School District schools, including those in 4S Ranch and Del Sur such as Design39Campus and Del Norte High School.
We are proud to be part of the fabric of this community, caring for neighbors from Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch, Del Sur, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Poway, Sabre Springs, Carmel Valley, Rancho Penasquitos, and Scripps Ranch.
Zip Codes Served: 92127, 92128, 92129, 92130, 92131, 92064
We are easy to reach from anywhere in North County. From Interstate 15, exit at Rancho Bernardo Road and follow signs toward Camino San Bernardo. Our office is in a professional building with clear signage and convenient, ample parking. Major routes including Rancho Bernardo Road, Camino del Norte, and I-15 all lead within minutes of our suite. Familiar nearby landmarks include Palomar Medical Center Poway and Rancho Bernardo Community Park.
Dr. Nikki Shafiei is a board-certified pediatric dentist and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry with over a decade of experience. She holds hospital privileges at Rady Children’s Hospital of San Diego, where she treats complex and advanced pediatric cases.
Dr. Sabrina Chandra is a pediatric dentist who earned her degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed specialty training at the University of Rochester, with a focus on comfort, prevention, and long-term oral health.
Dr. Adam Ellenthal is a board-certified pediatric dentist with specialized training in airway-focused dentistry, public health, and care for children with special healthcare needs. He anchors our airway program.
At Smile Arc Pediatric Dentistry, we believe every family should have access to high-quality dental care without added stress. That’s why we offer flexible financing and insurance options to help make your child’s treatment affordable and straightforward.
We work with many major PPO insurance plans and will verify your benefits before your visit to provide clear, upfront cost estimates. Our team also handles claim submissions on your behalf, so you can focus on your child’s care, not the paperwork.
We provide comprehensive, child-focused care under one roof. A few of the services families come to us for:
Well-timed, growth-guided early orthodontic treatment for children ages 6 to 9.
Gentle laser release to support feeding, speech, and sleep for babies and children.
Sensory-friendly, individualized care for every child.
Prompt, reassuring care when your child needs it most.
Screening and guidance for breathing, sleep, and healthy jaw growth.
Find answers to the most common questions about our San Diego office, hours, and services below.
We are at 17085 Camino San Bernardo, Suite 260, San Diego, CA 92127, in the 4S Ranch and Rancho Bernardo area, just off Interstate 15 at Rancho Bernardo Road. There is ample parking and clear signage at our professional building.
Yes. Our office is right in the 4S Ranch and Rancho Bernardo corridor, and we welcome families from across North County San Diego, including Del Sur, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Poway, Carmel Valley, Rancho Penasquitos, and Scripps Ranch.
We are open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. We are closed Saturday and Sunday. Call (858) 277-8086 to find a time that works for your family.
Yes. New patients are welcome with a complimentary new-patient exam, an easy, no-pressure way to meet our team and see if we are the right dental home for your child.
We work with many major PPO dental plans, verify your benefits before your visit, and handle claim submissions for you. See our financial and insurance page for details, or call and we will help you understand your coverage.
