Philip Bradford, DDS

I’ve been to a lot of dentists in my day, and I have to say Dr. Bradford is one of the best. He is kind and friendly, and very honest about your teeth. He doesn’t try to upsell you or get you to have work done that you don’t need, which I really appreciate. The hygienist (Heidi I believe) is wonderful and welcoming as well. There is one front desk person who can be a little abrasive, but it’s a small price to pay for such a great dentist!

Great day at the dentist. I had all my dental work completed without any pain. Dr Bradford is awesome. I would highly recommend this office.

After my first visit I thought I finally found the good dentist with reasanable prices (we pay out of pocket). Well it turns out that first visit was cheaper beacuse my husband and I were first time paitents. Soon after I went to do some work as I had cavity on my tooth. I told him that I do not want local anesthetic since it is just cavity (unless it is rooth canal I do not like taking anything). Well, Dr. Bradford refused to do work on my tooth unles I take it. And so I had no choice and he gave me twice as much and he was so brutal while working on it that after anesthetic weared of (literally after 3 days I still felt some in the back of my tounge) i had such a huge pain for several days because he iritated it too much. Then I tought maybe my tooth was really bad and maybe it is OK and decided to give him second chance. This time my husband went for check up and it was double the price then the first check up. He told him that he might need some work on one of the tooth so he decided to open it up. It turns out that tooth was healthy but he opened it sooo deep because he did not find anything and then he put the filling in. Then a month after my husband had a terrable pain caused by the same tooth. He had to find an emergancy dentist over weekend to take an X-​Ray and check what is it. It turns out that filling was soo deep that it was hitting the nerve and it got inflamed so he needed to do rooth canal immediatly. First thing Monday he called Dr. Bradford and they took him in right-​away and Dr. confirmed that he needs rooth canal on his previously healthy tooth drilled through for no reason. When my husband explained what happened he said he may get some discount for the rooth canal later… after ruind him completeley to pay him out of pocekt over 1000 $. He must have been an idiot.
We never went back to him.

Dr Bradford is really nice. I can tell he really cares about his patients. However, the front desk lady is really rude. I received a call regarding a balance of $ 53. I was already planning on making a payment today because its payday. Well the lady right away was asking for my credit card. I tried to explain the I was already planning on making a payment today but she said well you can pay with a credit card. I dont use my credit cards. i like to make payments with cash, But she was being rude about it. Then when i asked if i could make a half payment she said «its only $ 53». Yes it may not be much but I have other bills to pay. I really like Dr. Bradford but I wont be coming back here anymore.

I went to see Dr. Bradford on 6÷5÷13 for an examination and cleaning. I received excellent care and treatment from him and the rest of his staff. Probably had the best cleaning I’ve ever had. I’ve been to Dr. Bradford for everything from a wisdom tooth extraction to regular check-​ups and cleanings for over 10 years now. Depsite a 75 mile drive (one way) to his office, I’ll go no where else.

I have been going to Dr Bradford for over 8 years now, even when I moved to Northern California I still flew in twice a year for check-​ups. I have moved back to San Diego and will continue to use Dr Bradford for all of my Dental needs. He and the staff are good people!

I have had horrible traumatizing experiences in the past that make me very nervous. After a year of going to Dr Bradford, I feel so much better. I highly recommend him.

Dr. Bradford & the whole staff are fantastic. I literally had not been to a dentist for 11 years because of traumatic childhood experiences that left me with a paralyzing fear of anything sharp near my mouth. When I finally decided I should invest more care in my oral hygiene, a friend recommended Dr. Bradford, and I’ve been seeing him for over 3 years now. He is such a great guy, and his staff are like a little family. When I shared my previous experiences and fear of the dentist, they all completely understood and have been nothing but gentle with me since.
I see some folks have commented negatively on his equipment, saying it needs to be updated, and his billing practices. I don’t know whether he has the «latest technology,» but he definitely has the equipment and resources to care for my teeth well. Yes, you have to move to a couple different rooms, but good grief — how lazy are you if that’s your complaint? As for billing, I’ve never had any issues — in fact, they were incredibly helpful and patient when my insurance company changed how they operated and sent me the payment instead of sending it directly to Dr. Bradford’s office. I didn’t know a check was coming to me, so the mail went unopened in a pile for a long time before the staff called me and asked whether I had received the payment. It was a couple months late by that point, but they didn’t charge me late fees or anything.
As a former dentist-​avoider, I would highly recommend Dr. Bradford’s offices.

Dr. Bradford is the BEST dentist I have evr had. He is fair and educates me about my teeth and gums. His staff is wonderful and friendly. I have recommended him to many of my friends. They also feel the same way I do about him. You are doing ALL the right things Dr. Bradford!

Phil completed cosmetic work after a work accident broke my front teeth. Today, my smile looks amazing today! Thank you for restoring my smile and spirit. Your office and staff rocks!

Dr. Bradford is simply amazing. He takes the time to speak with patients to understand each and every step necessary to maintain healthy teeth and gums.
His staff is professional and friendly on every single visit.
I have recommended Dr. Bradford to many friends and colleague’s. They all come back to me and tell me how amazing he is.
He is always available for normal appointments or on emergency pain needs. He goes the extra mile all the time and gives so much to his patients.
You are missing out on an excellent dentist if you don’t have Dr. Bradford as your dentist.

It really saddens me to give 2 star to whom I hope could have been my new dentist but here are the reasons why it’s a 2 start and not more.
Don’t get me wrong because I agree with the other Unilocalers that the staff is friendly, Dr. Phillip is a great communicator and won’t suggest things that you don’t need (that’s where the 2 star comes from).
HOWEVER… the facility requires more up-​to-​date equipment. I mean if I can’t lift myself up to rinse off at a nearby sink that kinda sucks. Here’s why the other 3 stars are missing.
1. I had to move to 3 different rooms and 3 different chairs to have my x-​rays, get my teeth clean and see Dr. Phillip
2. During my teeth cleaning the hygienist, was using so much strength that i felt worst after leaving the dentist then coming in (granted I may not have come in with the best set of teeth).
3. The hygienist didn’t make me feel warm and welcome nor did she make me feel any good about the condition of my teeth. She was speaking to me like I was a 6 year old.
4. During the cleaning, there was no suction of the saliva that formed or combination of that and blood which may come from the conditions of my gum or strength used to clean it… instead I was swallowing it which almost made me gag.
5. Because there was no sink easily accessible during the cleaning, the hygienist would give me a little bit of water from the squirt mechanism then use the suction tube to get the water out. OMG that was just weird. how do you swish your mouth properly while laying down?
I’m waiting for a deep cleaning to be approved but i’m thinking I should reconsider if I should even go back to them… perhaps a second chance should be provided.

Beware of mysterious bills…
After my first visit I was hit with a bill that I was told I would not be getting. Oops! After my second visit I was hit with ANOTHER bill, this one for twice as much as what I was charged the first time. When Dr. Bradford explained what he wanted to do with my teeth I explained that I was concerned about cost, I was told not to worry about it and was hurried to the dentist chair. Every dentist i have ever gone to has explained costs before a procedure was done. The person at the front desk in the office, the one who makes appointments and sends out bills, said that she wasn’t an expert on people’s insurance and that she «cannot find out all the details of everybody’s insurance plan» When I asked if that meant that I would never know if or for how much I would be ever be billed for any procedure, she laughed. Now, I’m finding a new dentist.

Philip is a great communicator and uses a common sense approach to dental care; in it for the long-​term, and doesn’t seem motivated by hard-​sell tactics that are all-​too-​common in more corporate-​style offices.
The staff are great, capable, friendly and down-​to-​earth.
Great job to all :)

My teeth thank you… and so does my wallet.
5 Reasons I’m a fan:
1.) After calling 3 other local dentists…
Me: «Hi, I’m calling to see if you can squeeze me in today, before the long holiday.»
Kathy: «Are you having any pain?»
Me: «Yes.»
Kathy: «Let me see… well, are you available now?»
Me: «Be there in 5 minutes.»
2.) My last dentist told you needed some special deep cleaning and tried to charge me extra for it. When I asked whether or not that was true, my previous notion that my old dentist was a scam artist was confirmed.
3.) «Your teeth are immaculate, as far as decay is concerned.»
4.) «Normally, insurance companies won’t cover night-guards…but I’ll try to make a case for it. If they still won’t cover it, I’ll have you try the over-​the-​counter ones first; it’ll save you money.»
5.) «Do you need a sedative?»

I went to another dentist in San Diego and had the worst dental experience of my life. Going to Dr. Bradford was the complete opposite. Probably the best dental experience of my life. He is very nice and personable. He is gentle in your mouth and can actually find something nice to say about your teeth, unlike other dentists who just criticize. He does the first cleaning then his assistant does the subsequent ones. The office is nice and clean and easy to park at. I am going back to Dr. Bradford to get my wisdom teeth out and I am not at all concerned.