Diana Kolokowsky, DDS

I dreaded dentistry until a friend recommended Dr. Kolokowsky. After one visit, my fears were gone. She and her team are extraordinary. Always gentle and caring, they treat patients like family, and their dental skills and tools are state-​of-​the-​art. Dr. Kolokowsky is resourceful and vigilant in handling dental complications stemming from other illnesses. The office is attentive to small things that make a big difference, like movie glasses (with a great DVD selection) for long procedures, flexible appointments, and staying on top of insurance paperwork. And with their emphasis on preventive hygiene, you wind up needing less treatment over time. The Balboa Park location is a big plus. Dr. Kolokowsky, Pam, Laurie, and Marcella are absolutely devoted to their patients, and my husband and I are very lucky to be in their care.

Dr. Kolokowsky and her staff are the utmost professionals. The experience starts when you are greeted by Marcella, who always has a warm and welcoming demeanor. She consistently exhibits kindness and attentiveness. From there Margarita adds to the personal touch when she cleans your teeth. She has an impeccable memory and relates with a personal touch. She always remembers my family member’s names and asks about them every time I see her. She works efficiently and with a gentle touch. Finally, Dr. Kolokowsky rounds out the excellent experience by exhibiting clinical excellence in an easy to understand manner. She is attentive to all questions and concerns. The whole staff makes you feel like family, and it is always an enjoyable experience.

I highly recommend Dr. Kolokowsky’s office if you are looking for dentist. I had the best experience I have ever had at a dentist appointment. From the moment I called to make the appointment until I finished it, everyone was friendly and very professional. I am always a little apprehensive about visits to the dentist but Dr. Kolokowsky and her staff put me at ease from the moment I sat in the chair.
My hygienist, Margarita, was very skilled and professional in her approach to cleaning my teeth. She was very attentive, making sure I was not feeling any discomfort, and kept me informed with the progress she was making on my teeth as she went along. Finally, she took the time to educate me on how to improve my brushing habits and explain the differences between toothpastes and mouthwashes, so that I was more educated.
Overall, it was an A+ experience, one that I would recommend for my family and friends!

Let me preface this review by saying that in the year and a half that I have lived in San Diego I have seen 4 different dentist in my search for the right one. I’m happy to say I can stop searching. Dr. Kolokowsky and her team have provided me with one of the best experiences you could have at a dental office. Marsala at the front desk was a delight and made sure everything with my insurance and my visit was in order before I even arrived. Margarita the hygienist is an absolute riot and she had me laughing my entire visit. Dr. Kolokowsky herself was so kind and took the time to explain everything to me and really made sure that I felt comfortable. If you are dreading the dentist like I was, this is your go to place!

Here it is in simple terms…
Pros:
— A plethora of movies to watch, through futuristic movie glasses, as you get dental work done
— Friendly and kind staff
— Easy to understand billing procedures
— Early morning appointments for those of us who work
— They hold your hand and sometimes give you a warm fuzzy blanket if needed
— If you are squeamish and freak out when you get dental work done because you have been traumatized in the past, they are very understanding about that (yes that was me)
— Marcella the receptionist is one of the most friendly and helpful people you will meet.
Cons:
— None!
— Seriously, none!

I have been Dr. K’s patient for more than 20 years. I now am retired and drive more than 60 miles to visit her. I wouldn’t dream of finding a dentist closer to home because she, along with her staff, is worth any frustration such a commute can involve. After one visit, you will feel as though Dr. K, Laurie, Pam and Marcela are friends who truly care about you and your dental health. While Dr K truly doesn’t need anybody to calm her patients, her assistant Pam is exceptionally soothing and attentive during any procedure. Laurie, one of the two hygienists, has made a huge difference in my dental health. She always takes time to explain what she is doing, to demonstrate how I can take better care of my teeth between visits, and to provide new insight into how one’s dental health is a critical element of total health.
My husband fears dentists more than flying. In his case, that is a very solid benchmark. He used to let those cheerful TIME FOR ANOTHER APPT! reminders from prior dentists (he tried many) age like fine wines until he could mount the courage to plan a visit. I am happy to say that is no longer the case; he is as big a fan as I of Dr K and her staff.
BTW, there is a parking lot next to the office (which is across from Balboa Park). Don’t sweat the meters: Park, go into the office and Marcela, the office administrator extraordinaire, will give you with a ticket stub to insert into the parking payment box.

We have been pts of Dr Kolokowsky’s for many years. She is gentle, compassionate and very knowledgeable. Her staff are wonderful and efficient. Her hygienest, Laurie, is the best. We would highly recommend this office.

Every time I go to Dr. Kolokowski’s office I feel like I am visiting friends. All of her staff is amazing and super friendly yet professional. A visit to the dentist is nerve-​wracking for many people, including myself, it’s great to find a place that makes you feel at ease from the moment you walk in. Just by watching the staff interact with each other you can tell they are all happy to work there. The Dr. and her staff constantly made sure I was comfortable throughout the entire procedure. Her staff hygienist Margarita is also a treasure. She is so sweet and funny. She gave me great advice on how to keep my teeth and gums in tip-​top shape while she cleaned my teeth.

I just had my first appointment with Dr. Kolokowsky and it was hands down the best dentist experience I’ve ever had.
Office is convenient, clean and bright. But what really blew me away was the friendliness and professionalism of her and her staff. Dr. Kolokowsky spent a good amount of time helping me understand their level of care. Laurie, the hygienist, is very talented and gave me some advice on products that could improve my health. Pam took my x-​rays and was welcoming and conversational the whole time. Marcela was a great help from the beginning on getting me set up with the office and handling my insurance. Overall, wonderful staff!

Dr. Kolokowsky and her staff are amazing! I actually enjoy going to the dentist now, coming from a person that has had a crown and root canal, that’s saying a lot. I recently had three fillings and did not feel a thing during the whole procedure. They have movie glasses which make the time go by fast and provide you with a blanket if you get cold. Comfort is definitely something they deliver, physically and emotionally. After the procedure, I couldn’t even tell which teeth had been worked on. Def. staying with this office!

Dr. Kolokowsky and the entire team are excellent! Super kind and extremely skilled.

This was my first visit to Dr. Kolokowsky and I couldn’t be more pleased. Just as another review says it feels like your going to see friends, everyone in the office was great. They were on time, did a great job explaining what was happening, and my teeth felt so clean when I left. I would highly recommend this office.

We’ve been going to this dental clinic for a year now — and heard about them from other friends who have been patients for years. A really friendly group of people — you almost feel as though you’re going over to hang out at friends rather than go to a dentist’s office. :-) Good advice from everyone too.

At Dr. Kolokowsky’s I felt so comfortable even though it was my first visit. Dr. K explained what I needed and it was by far the best dental experience I have ever had. The staff is really nice. Thanks Pam, Margarita and Laurie.

I’ve been going to Dr. Diana for about 20 years. She’s kind, gentle and very empathetic. I’ve been taking my kids there since they were toddlers.
She uses a high quality lab that makes durable porcelain crowns that last. She also does seamless cosmetic tooth repair.
One thing I always appreciate is that she never runs late. I always know that when I have an appointment I’ll be in on time and out early.

I’ve been in to see Dr. Kolokowsky twice since I moved to town. She is so nice and I really trust her with my teeth! The staff is also great and super friendly. Going to the dentist is never fun, but they make the experience very pleasant.