Solana Smiles & Implant Center

Solana Smiles & Implant Center offers the very best dental care to our patients, servicing the San Diego Metro Area with two convenient locations in Solana Beach and Poway.

Your dental health is our top priority, and we strive to give you a smile you can confidently share with the world.

At our dental practice, we prioritize delivering exceptional care by constantly updating our staff’s knowledge and employing the latest dental technology, all while cultivating a welcoming, clean, and relaxing atmosphere to ensure your visit is a positive one.

Have Questions? Give our team a call today!
(858) 683-1369 (Solana Beach)
(858) 676-1010 (Poway)

At Solana Smiles & Implant Center, you can always expect the highest quality care from our dedicated team. We prioritize your satisfaction and oral health and deeply value your trust in us. We are excited to partner with you in maintaining a healthy, beautiful smile!

What We Offer

Our Dental Services

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Advanced Dental Care, Skilled Team

Meet Our Doctors

At Solana Smiles Implant Center, our team of experts consists of highly qualified dental professionals, hygienists, and dental assistants offering a wide range of specialized dental services, utilizing the latest techniques and technologies.

Azita Vakili, DMD

Dental Specialty: General Dentistry, Surgery & Prosthodontics

Leila Meeve Chie, DMD, DDS

Dental Specialty: General Dentistry & Surgery

Sarah Cordonnier, DMD

Dental Specialty: General Dentistry, Surgery & Orthodontics

Hear from Our Patients

Patient Testimonials

At Solana Smiles & Implant Center, we take immense pride in the deep connections we
build with our patients, and their positive feedback is the greatest reward. Read on to
discover heartwarming testimonials from individuals who have experienced the care
and compassion we strive to deliver every day. We believe these stories will resonate
with you just as much as they do with us.

4.9

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felicidad pena

The Dental Team is caring, experienced, and dedicated to making the patient feel safe and comfortable. Pegah my hygienist is the Best!!

Claudette Snow

"I cannot recommend this office enough. One of the things I appreciate most is their punctuality—I am always seen immediately at my appointment time without any waiting around.
The entire staff is informative, helpful, and genuinely kind. I recently had to have an upper bridge removed for cleaning and X-rays, and the process was completely painless. They are incredibly gentle, and the quality of service is consistently high. I always leave feeling safe, satisfied, and well-taken care of!"

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to know you had a great experience with our team.

Richard Turner

Very pleased with the dental hygienist. Love everyone. Always like family. Always excellent service <3

Marcia Gadd

Great service. Everyone seems to be very caring.

Response from the owner:We truly appreciate your 5-star review! Our team loves hearing that you felt well cared for.

michael bass

Very good experience. Caring, professional staff. Very short waiting time. I will continue to use their services. Their on-site lab is a big plus.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Michael, for the kind review. We’re glad our caring, professional staff and short wait time made your visit positive. It’s great to hear our on-site lab is a big plus for you. We appreciate your continued trust and look forward to serving you again.

Jenny Michan

They welcome me very well as new customer. Great service, they did the best to assist my needs. Pretty clean, staff it’s very efficient. Great customer service.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jenny! We’re delighted you felt welcomed and that our team could assist with your needs. We take pride in keeping our space clean and providing efficient, friendly service. We look forward to serving you again.

Carrie Greenstein

I have been a patient at Solana Smiles for 10 years and have had dental surgeries performed by Dr. Vakili and Dr. Leila, both incredibly skilled, great bedside manner making me feel at ease, and I had excellent outcomes! Also, the entire office staff and all the technicians are professional, kind and friendly. I must mention the best hygienist I have ever experienced, Jessica, always cleans my teeth to perfection! I feel totally confident that I am in good hands and am happy I discovered Solana Smiles and would not go anyplace else for my dental needs! Thank you all for all you do!

Response from the owner:Carrie, thank you for being a loyal patient for 10 years and for this wonderful review. We’re thrilled Dr. Vakili, Dr. Leila, Jessica, and the rest of the team consistently put you at ease and deliver excellent care. Your trust and recommendation mean a great deal to us. We look forward to continuing to care for your dental needs.

David Farmer

they are always very skilled and caring. I have confidence in their work and what they are helping me with. They are also very good at making you as comfortable as possible

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, David — we truly appreciate your kind words. We're glad our team makes you feel confident and comfortable, and we value the trust you place in our care. We look forward to continuing to support you.

eleazar escandon

At first I was nervous, but at the end I was feeling blessed because everyone treated me with respect and dignity, everyone was top tier professionals , my experience was excellent, highly recommended.

Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so glad our team treated you with respect and helped you feel comfortable. I’ll share your kind words with everyone — they’ll be thrilled to hear this. Your recommendation means a lot to us.

Roger Willcox

Just starting my new teeth program ,so far so good , very nice staff , I'll post more review as I proceed with the course of events and after I get my new teeth! All finished now and all I can say is WOW! Beautiful and they feel great!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your positive feedback, Roger! We're glad to hear that you're having a good experience so far and that our staff has made a favorable impression. We look forward to supporting you throughout your teeth program and can't wait to hear more about your progress. Your journey to a new smile is important to us, and we appreciate you sharing your experience.

BABA

Brian the technician has been deligenly on his professional, he listen what I concern and he report to the senior tech(?) . I also ask her about my temporary upper bridge which did not align with my lower jaw, she listen carefully, take photos and chill me out and promise the next bridge will be better. Thanks for listening, your staff are all professional and polite at best. I will see you next month.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review, BABA. We're glad Brian listened to your concerns, took photos, and reported them to our senior technician, and we will be sure to share your compliments with the team. We apologize that your temporary upper bridge didn't align comfortably and appreciate you bringing it to our attention; we will ensure the next bridge fits and feels better. We look forward to seeing you next month.

Sarah Trieff

What a fantastic experience thus far, customer service is out of this world. Miss June and Dr. Vakili were very communicative and available at all times. Thank you

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Sarah. We’re thrilled Miss June and Dr. Vakili provided exceptional care and clear communication. Your recognition means a lot to our team. We’re here anytime you need us and appreciate you choosing our practice.

Cindy Isaacs

Excellent Dental care.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Cindy! We’re thrilled you had an excellent experience with our dental care. We look forward to caring for your smile at future visits.

Kyle Burson

Great new location. Everyone is so pleasant and attentive. Jessica is an extraordinary dental hygienist with excellent attention to details and great advice.

kathryn moreno

Had a very nice experience as always and a wonderful staff.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kathryn! We're so happy you had another wonderful experience and appreciate your kind words about our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Marcia Webb

Dr. Leala and staff are five stars . she explained the bone graft
surgery proceedure I had done.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Marcia! We’re thrilled our friendly staff and doctors provided excellent care and appreciate your kind words — we look forward to serving you again.

Sandra Sarff

Everyone at this business is a joy to deal with. June is a lovely person and very helpful in trying to secure my financing and deciding my best option. She is very personable and endearing. I haven't had the work done yet, but I will get back to you. So far, I recommend this business.

jim trammer

Very helpful and friendly
I got super lucky finding them through a friend. Yes that is true my coworker told me about Solana Smiles and they gave me more than implants they gave me a new family
They are all very devoted to the clients.
All the other places I went to It was all about the money. Once we agreed about the cost. I never heard about money again. All I heard was how can we make you happy with your new teeth.

Response from the owner:Jim, thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us with your care. We're thrilled to hear you felt like part of our family and that your new teeth have made you happy. Our team prides itself on putting patients first, and your referral means the world to us. We’re always here for you and appreciate you choosing Solana Smiles.

Jillian Evans

Great care and expertise. I am very happy to have found Dr Vakilli and her caring team🤗

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Jillian! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience with Dr. Vakilli and our team. Your kind words mean a lot, and we’re honored to be part of your care. We look forward to continuing to support your health and well-being.

Dana Clark

One of the best dental offices I have ever experienced. I have a fear of dentistsaweskem and they “entire staff” made me feel confortable and able to keep me calm. Thank you guys

Response from the owner:We are thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience! Your kind words mean everything to us.

Bob Taylor

Great experience for me.😎

Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the 5-star review, Bob! We're thrilled you had a great experience and appreciate you taking the time to share. We look forward to serving you again soon.

Michael Avery

The staff and dentists at Gateway have changed my life. I had so much trouble eating before I went to them and they restored my teeth. I respect that they quote a price and never try to charge more later no matter how many times they have to see you. They offer competence with courtesy and integrity.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Michael. We're so glad our team could restore your ability to eat and that our transparent pricing and care met your expectations. Providing competent, courteous, and honest treatment is what we aim for, and your words mean a lot to the whole staff. We appreciate your trust and recommendation.

Jacqueline Felton

I went in today for a teeth cleaning of my implants. The technician who attended me was very thorough. She explained everything as she performed the procedures. After she had finished her part the doctor came in to check my gums, jaw and bite. I am very pleased as always with the service at Solana Smiles. I have always gotten compliments on my teeth.
Jacqueline Felton

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind review, Jacqueline. We’re delighted our technician and doctor provided thorough, clear care and that you’re pleased with the results. It’s wonderful to hear you continue to receive compliments on your smile. We look forward to caring for you at your future visits.

Emanuel

Since day one of scheduling my first appointment everyone was very professional. My teeth needed a lot of work done and solana smiles did great work. I recommend Solana Smiles to everyone, doctors know what they’re doing.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Emanuel, for the kind 5-star review and for trusting us with your care. We’re glad our team could provide professional treatment and great results for your teeth. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re here for any future needs or maintenance.

janice packer

The doctor was very professional and very knowledgeable and helpful. She fixed the problem with her hands and she said that Lisa should brush her teeth every day twice a day.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind review, Janice. We’re glad our doctor was professional and able to resolve the issue for Lisa. We appreciate you highlighting the recommendation to brush twice daily. Please call our office if you need any follow-up care.