Dr. Smith graduated from the Jesuit University Marquette Dental School in 1970, summa cum laude. In the history of the dental school, whose records go back to 1936, he is the only dentist to have graduated with a straight A record. In addition, Dr. Smith finished the 4 year program in 3 years which was also a first for the school. Consequently, Marquette created an advanced training residency for Dr. Smith in periodontics, endodontics, fixed and removable prosthodontics, and oral surgery for his 4th year of training.
After graduation in 1970, Dr. Smith set-up practice in Adult reconstructive and implant dentistry in Point Loma. In the 1980s he was asked to join the San Diego County Dental Society Peer Review Committee. He served on the committee for 14 years, serving as its chairman for 9 years. In 1992, The American Society of Osseointergration bestowed their highest honor of Diplomate on Dr. Smith as did the International Congress of Oral implantology in 1994.
Beginning in 1970, Dr. Smith began surgically placing and restoring subperiosteal and endosseous implants and has since successfully placed many hundreds of implant supported crowns, bridges and dentures.
Dr. Smith makes dentistry his primary interest, and practices all phases of dentistry (with the exception of orthodontia), conveniently removing the need for his patients to travel to multiple specialists.
He grew up in Point Loma, was an altar boy at St. Augustine's Church, graduated from PointLoma High and was on the dean's honor list at San Fernando Valley State College. While he was growing up, the majority of Dr. Smith's summers were spent as a deckhand on local sports fishing boats out of H and M Landing and on his family'sboats, of the Marlin Club for 52 years and the San Diego Yacht Club for 32 years.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 7 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestEmily A
a year ago
Just found my 2019 bill ($4k) from this guy and reminded me how much I was ripped off. Just had the crown replaced last week because it broke and it was a fraction of the cost with my new dentist. Smith will always find something wrong and it will be expensive. After he kept telling me I needed treatments and kept trying to sell me his son's veneers, he put a crown on my dad that fell out immediately and we both found new dentists. Live and learn, but do your research. I found an amazing dentist who told me I didnt need the gum treatment Smith was saying I needed. My new dentist is conservative with treatment and very fair on cost.
Marianna Hovhannisyan
2 years ago
I have been a patient with Dr. Carl Smith since 2016, and I have always been amazed by the professional work, kindness, care, and support! It is hard to find such a professional and honest dentist. Thank you, Dr. Smith, and to your amazing team! I highly recommend!
Heather Kenney
3 years ago
Dr. Smith is the kindest, most gentle dentist! I would highly recommend! I would never trust anyone else! Great office, friendly and professional !
Marianna Hovhannisyan
3 years ago
I have been a patient with Dr. Carl Smith since 2016, and I have always been amazed by the professional work, kindness, care, and support! It is hard to find such a professional and honest dentist. Thank you, Dr. Smith, and to your amazing team! I highly recommend!
Heather Kenney
3 years ago
Dr. Smith is the kindest, most gentle dentist! I would highly recommend! I would never trust anyone else! Great office, friendly and professional !
randey smith
4 years ago
Excellent Dentist. Exam was thorough. Painless injections. Dr. Smith saved my tooth from being extracted. Hygienist 's take their time to do a complete cleaning without rushing you. Office staff are very friendly and accommodating. Overall excellent service.
Olga Sharts
4 years ago
My experience with unbelievable Dr. Carl Smith and his entire equally brilliant crew is beyond the skies! Fantastic, cool, super-duper everything! Cant't thank Doctor Carl and his lovely ladies assistants enough!
Darrell Deneen
4 years ago
Entire staff is courteous, friendly, informative, skilled, and gracious. Dr. Smith's office has me on the fast track to restored dental health!
Darrell Deneen
5 years ago
Entire staff is courteous, friendly, informative, skilled, and gracious. Dr. Smith's office has me on the fast track to restored dental health!
randey smith
5 years ago
Excellent Dentist. Exam was thorough. Painless injections. Dr. Smith saved my tooth from being extracted. Hygienist 's take their time to do a complete cleaning without rushing you. Office staff are very friendly and accommodating. Overall excellent service.
Olga Sharts
5 years ago
My experience with unbelievable Dr. Carl Smith and his entire equally brilliant crew is beyond the skies! Fantastic, cool, super-duper everything! Cant't thank Doctor Carl and his lovely ladies assistants enough!
Tom Slezak
5 years ago
I've been a patient of Dr. Smith's since 1996! Wow... 22 years. During that time I have never had a bad experience. Brush and floss and follow the directions from the hygienist, and you won't find yourself in his chair. The he has done in my mouth is exceptional... no pain, no secondary repairs of work he's already done. And he has a incredibly comfortable way about him... he makes me feel safe. His team is remarkable and it's been the same team for as long as I can remember ~ to me that translates into something special about the doctor, clearly he provides a fabulous environment for his employees and that they respect and follow suit with their treatment and care of all of his patients. If you're looking for a trustworthy dentist that does exceptional work... you'll find it here :)
Tom Slezak
6 years ago
I've been a patient of Dr. Smith's since 1996! Wow... 22 years. During that time I have never had a bad experience. Brush and floss and follow the directions from the hygienist, and you won't find yourself in his chair. The he has done in my mouth is exceptional... no pain, no secondary repairs of work he's already done. And he has a incredibly comfortable way about him... he makes me feel safe. His team is remarkable and it's been the same team for as long as I can remember ~ to me that translates into something special about the doctor, clearly he provides a fabulous environment for his employees and that they respect and follow suit with their treatment and care of all of his patients. If you're looking for a trustworthy dentist that does exceptional work... you'll find it here :)
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