Dr. Preston Kaenel graduated from USC School of Dentistry in 1997. Dr. Valerie Kaenel received her bachelor's degree from UC San Diego in Biology and her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from USC. Hillcrest Top Dentist They both graduated in the top 5 of their class earning a place in OKU Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a dental honor society.
Dr. Preston Kaenel chosen top dentist. We are a cosmetic and family practice located in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego. Dr. Preston Kaenel and Dr. Valerie Kaenel are a husband and wife team. Combining education, experience, and a gentle touch, the doctors provide exceptional cosmetic and restorative dental care.
Dr. Preston Kaenel chosen top dentist. We are a cosmetic and family practice located in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego. Dr. Preston Kaenel and Dr. Valerie Kaenel are a husband and wife team. Combining education, experience, and a gentle touch, the doctors provide exceptional cosmetic and restorative dental care.
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Hi, I am Dr. Preston. Together with my wife Dr. Val, we established Padre Dental in 2001. I see myself as a very conscientious, hardworking individual. I like being able to take the time with each patient and finding out what are the individual needs of each person. The best part about dentistry for me is all the great new technology.
Our philosophy at Padre Dental Group is to offer full service dental treatment for the whole family. We enjoy working with all ages. Combining artistry and advanced technology, Dr. Preston and Dr. Valerie Kaenel use the latest material and techniques to create the smile you want. Through individualized care, together we will set realistic goals and give you a dental treatment plan that will suit your specific needs.
Are your teeth chipped or stained? Or perhaps you are missing teeth? Cosmetic dentistry may be for you. With so many new materials and procedures available today, teeth can be bleached, bonded, veneered and crowned. Spaces can be filled with implants, bridges or partials. We work closely with dental specialists in the area for procedures such as implant placement, oral surgery, gum surgery, and orthodontics.
What are dental implants? They are a replacement for your missing tooth root. It is the next best thing to your own natural tooth. Implants provide an excellent option for restoring missing teeth. Replacing anywhere from one tooth to an entire mouth, implants provide a titanium root to place a crown, bridge, partial or denture on top.
Invisalign is the virtually invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces, using a series of clear, removable aligners to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets. You wear each set of clear aligners for about two weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss.
As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed.You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every six weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed.You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every six weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
Reviews (23)
Mike C.
Jul 21, 2021
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Had my first visit with Dr. Preston, and the entire staff are awesome. Dr. Preston was amazing, even though I just met him for the first time, I can tell he cares about his patients.Everyone is very professional, and explained everything that needed to be done. Haven't been to the dentist in a while so I have lots of dental get done. Highly recommend Padre Dental, you won't be sorry.
M. E.
Mar 12, 2021
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Tara S.
Mar 09, 2021
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This is the best dentist I have ever had! I called them because I was having severe tooth pain a couple years ago, and my regular dentist told me they couldn't get me in for a month. I live in Hillcrest so I looked up dentists near me, called Padre and even though I was a new patient to them, they got me right in. I have been seeing Dr Val ever since! The office is warm and inviting, and even though I don't love going to the dentist, I do walk out of there with a smile. Kelly at the front desk is awesome too! Everyone is very friendly and thoroughly answers all of your questions
T. ORourke
Oct 12, 2020
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Amy W.
May 01, 2020
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I've been a customer of Padre Dental for over 10 years. I absolutely love the staff and the way they accommodate you. It's such a clean office (can't complain about the view either) and always seems calm and relaxing; exactly what you need when you're entering a dentist office.
Parking can be a bit tricky, but that's just the territory of Hillcrest. Give yourself a bit of time in case it takes a bit to park.
Parking can be a bit tricky, but that's just the territory of Hillcrest. Give yourself a bit of time in case it takes a bit to park.
M. S.
Jan 16, 2020
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I was very apprehensive about going in because I hadn't seen a dentist in 5 years. I am so happy with the service I received. Everyone was friendly and professional. Even though my appointment was at the end of the day I did not feel like I was being rushed out, the dentist took time to explain everything to me. I really appreciate that the dentist did not try to push or sell anything to me(i.e. you need to use this toothpaste, this toothbrush.) The woman who checked me out was friendly and didn't mind answering my questions about follow up appointment. If I had dentist like this in
Travis Ziegler
Aug 25, 2019
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Arthur Edelman
Aug 12, 2019
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My wife and I recently moved to San Diego. I have found Dr. Preston Kaenel to be a fabulous dentist! He is thorough, tells me what he is going to do before he does it, respectful, very skilled, extremely knowledgeable, willing to educate me, gentle, professional, and genuine. His entire staff is professional, helpful, friendly, and great to deal with. I highly recommend Dr. Kaenel!
Betty Choate
Jul 20, 2019
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Broderick L.
Jul 13, 2019
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Your treatment experience starts when you open the door.
Queen Kelly welcomes you with knowledgeable professional efficiency and sincere attentiveness. Glowing praise is well deserved because a front desk can make or break a dental office.
This husband-and-wife Dental team along with supporting staff work seamlessly to address your individual concerns with detailed concentration.
Dr. Val executes her dental procedures with progressive technical function and a fresh artistic appeal.
I believe that your smile and dental health is the billboard of your existence.
If you want the best, forget
Queen Kelly welcomes you with knowledgeable professional efficiency and sincere attentiveness. Glowing praise is well deserved because a front desk can make or break a dental office.
This husband-and-wife Dental team along with supporting staff work seamlessly to address your individual concerns with detailed concentration.
Dr. Val executes her dental procedures with progressive technical function and a fresh artistic appeal.
I believe that your smile and dental health is the billboard of your existence.
If you want the best, forget
Misty M.
Dec 31, 2018
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While we have had a positive experience before, this office failed us when needed. We came into the office about 3 weeks ago for my husband's cleaning and check up. Dr Val gave him a once over and announced that his teeth were "fine" and didn't need a cleaning or exam, and could wait til "next year". No X-ray, no real exam but a glance in his mouth. He hadn't had an exam or cleaning in over 6 months. We came to Abu Dhabi for 3 months as we are stationed here through his contractor. About two days ago, my husband started having incredible tooth pain. We had to
Meredith Johnston
Aug 01, 2018
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I love my dentist office. From their receptionist to my hygienist to my dentist, literally only fun, nice people work there. They are always helpful, super respectful about your time, incredibly warm and comforting, and I know I’m getting outstanding care. I’ve been so grateful since I got this recommendation from a former colleague! Paying it forward to let others know!
Bob I.
Jun 15, 2018
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Janis H.
Jan 12, 2018
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I have been going to Padre Dental for more than 15 years. Both dentists there are truly wonderful. I have always been very scared of being in the chair due to a terrible dental experience in childhood, Dr Preston is very understanding about my anxiety and tendency towards panic attacks.
They are both very gentle and patient. They are also very knowledgeable in all of the latest treatment options and technological advancements in dentistry.
This is the best place in San Diego in my humble opinion!
They are both very gentle and patient. They are also very knowledgeable in all of the latest treatment options and technological advancements in dentistry.
This is the best place in San Diego in my humble opinion!
Mark Matelka
Jul 13, 2017
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Been a patient for 9 years and have always had excellent work done for a reasonable price. They treat everyone like a valued patient, clearly explain treatment options and have worked with me to keep my teeth their best. I've had fillings, periodontal maintenance, a tooth pulled, crowns, a mouth guard made and all the work I've had done was outstanding. When I needed a referral for an implant they gave me a great recommendation and I was very happy with their work also. I can honestly recommend them to everyone based upon my years of experience.
Xoch L.
May 17, 2017
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The actual dental service is good. I'm giving them a bad review because their receptionist customer service. I went about 6 months ago for a dental clean up. Despite me not wanting to schedule an appointment as I can't predict or remember what will happen in 6 months time. They still put me an appointment for today. I did not confirm an appointment and after hearing a voice message today of the appointment. I called them that I was not going to go today. I explained that I went 6 months ago and that I didn't want an appointment for the day, but somehow I still had an appointment
Teresa G.
Dec 24, 2016
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I had not been to the dentist in a while, so I was a bit nervous about what my exam results might be, but luckily there was not much to report! It never feel like they are "pushing" anything on you, or making things seem worse than they are. Dr. Preston and his staff are all very friendly, and personable. They also take the time to go through any and every question you might have, which is so so nice, when most doctors are in and out as fast as they can be. I will keep coming here as long as they are in business!
Alex White
Nov 12, 2016
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Top to bottom the highest quality dentistry you will find anywhere. Staff is excellent, office is first rate, and the quality of care is simply unmatched. In addition they are very upfront about cost providing you with a variety of options.
I have had a collection of dentists over the years, some better than others, however, Padre is on a whole different level. Very happy to have found these guys. I haven't read through their reviews but I would be astonished to find any that did not praise these guys and the work they do.
I have had a collection of dentists over the years, some better than others, however, Padre is on a whole different level. Very happy to have found these guys. I haven't read through their reviews but I would be astonished to find any that did not praise these guys and the work they do.
Ben C.
Nov 10, 2016
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Max D.
Oct 10, 2016
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I absolutely hate getting work done on my teeth! And....somehow Padre Dental Group always makes it comfortable.
While visiting their office last month I had a few questions about my cleaning that I probably should have asked before I hopped in the chair. However...I just get so nervous every time I walk into the dental office that I just forgot. Ahhh! So... Dr.Valerie came in to chat for a second. Instead of just handing me back to the dental hygienist, Dr.Valerie actually did my cleaning. I was honored and felt so spoiled.
There is SOO much to be said for an office where the busy owner isn
While visiting their office last month I had a few questions about my cleaning that I probably should have asked before I hopped in the chair. However...I just get so nervous every time I walk into the dental office that I just forgot. Ahhh! So... Dr.Valerie came in to chat for a second. Instead of just handing me back to the dental hygienist, Dr.Valerie actually did my cleaning. I was honored and felt so spoiled.
There is SOO much to be said for an office where the busy owner isn
Kathy C.
Jul 27, 2016
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Katy S.
Jun 14, 2016
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I'm so pumped this is my new dentist, I could not have had a better experience. Bobbi at the front desk was incredibly friendly and helpful. Dr. Preston is sort of like the dream dentist - highly intelligent, kind and patient. Excellent bedside manner and at no moment did I feel rushed. Plus, the office is really beautiful and the view from the 7th floor is spectacular. Highly recommend.
Wesley M.
Dec 02, 2015
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Padre Dental has administrative scheduling problems. Coupled with limited availability, scheduling is very difficult and it is hard to schedule, keep, or reschedule appointments.
Twice, we have made follow-up appointments BEFORE leaving the office (several months in advance) that were later cancelled by Padre Dental. Both times Padre called to explain that "they don't have appointments at that time of the day and we should have never been able to schedule that time in the first place". But we did, with the receptionist, in person. Rather than rectifying their mistake and finding
Twice, we have made follow-up appointments BEFORE leaving the office (several months in advance) that were later cancelled by Padre Dental. Both times Padre called to explain that "they don't have appointments at that time of the day and we should have never been able to schedule that time in the first place". But we did, with the receptionist, in person. Rather than rectifying their mistake and finding
