Office Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM,
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Welcome to Spectrum Dental—Style Your Smile! High-quality Dental Care You Can Trust
We are excited that you have made Spectrum Dental (formerly Melinda Marino, DDS) your go-to dental home in the San Diego area. Drs. Salauni Karia, Jade Tran, David Ahn, Sruthi Kondakindi, and Ayat ElSherif have created a warm, relaxing environment where patients of all ages feel supported and valued. Whether you want a simple oral check-up or an advanced procedure, rest assured you are in the best hands. We blend expertise, advanced technology, and personalized care to deliver dental care that exceeds your expectations.
Comprehensive dental care: A Healthy smile is always in style
We are your local, reliable dental practice in San Diego, providing comprehensive care in one location. We provide everything from general dentistry and pediatric dental care to surgical treatment, cosmetic dentistry, and more.
Here is a closer look at our services:
- General and preventive dentistry: Prevent and detect issues early with top-tier general dentistry designed to maintain a lifetime of healthy smiles.
- Pediatric dentistry: We offer gentle, relaxing children’s dental care, setting a foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
- Restorative dentistry: Repair damage and replace missing teeth with high-quality dental restorations. Our restorative treatments include dental fillings, crowns, root canals, and dentures.
- Cosmetic dentistry: Unveil a brighter, more confident smile with teeth whitening, dental veneers, and clear aligners.
- Orthodontics: Straighten your teeth and improve your bite with discreet, removable SureSmile aligners.
- Periodontics: We offer advanced periodontal care, including surgical treatment and LANAP, to restore your healthy gums.
- Implant dentistry: Replace missing teeth and restore your smile with our multiple dental implant options.
- Sedation dentistry: We offer several sedation options to make even the most complex treatments simpler and more comfortable.
- Dental sleep medicine: Enjoy custom oral appliance therapy designed to help you breathe easier and enjoy deeper, more restful sleep.
Our comprehensive care is designed to help meet the needs of individuals and families in the greater San Diego area. Having all your dental care needs met in one location streamlines your experience and ensures seamless coordination between treatments.
Why Spectrum Dental?
At our dental office, we create smiles that never go out of style. Here is why many individuals and families have made us their preferred dental office:
- Comprehensive care: Whether you need simple or complex dental work, we have the experience and expertise to provide what you need under one roof.
- Comfort-first approach: We combine gentle techniques, comfortable amenities, and sedation to deliver a comfortable dental experience for every patient.
- Experienced team: Our dental team comprises general dentists, an endodontist, and a periodontist, providing high-quality care guided by expertise.
- Advanced technology: We have invested in modern radiographs, CBCT imaging, laser dentistry, and digital impressions to make your dental care faster and more efficient.
- Affordable dental care: We believe high-quality dental care should be accessible to everyone. We accept several dental insurance plans, so you can focus on getting the care you need without worries. No insurance? Don’t stress! Discover affordable dentistry with our in-house membership plan. It works like insurance but without the hassles of deductibles, exclusions, waiting periods, and annual maximums.
- Holistic care: We consider your overall well-being when recommending dental care, ensuring an integrated approach to your oral health.
Meet one of the best dentists in San Diego, CA!
At Spectrum Dental, we believe you and your family deserve the best dental care, and we are here to deliver it. Our team offers high-quality personalized care to help you achieve the healthiest, most confident smile in a comfortable environment. Ready to get started? Call (858) 365-8154 and schedule an appointment with our caring team. We are open from Monday to Friday, and we serve patients from several locations in the Greater San Diego area, including Miramar, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Peñasquitos, Carmel Valley, University City, Downtown San Diego, Linda Vista, Miramar Ranch North, and beyond.
Our Mission
We’re dedicated to helping our patients maintain optimal oral health and achieve their cosmetic smile goals. We tailor each treatment plan to address individual needs and fulfill expectations of care. You can count on every member of our friendly and experienced office team to pay close attention to your comfort and address your needs with kindness, patience, and compassion.
Convenience
Mostly speciality dental care provided in house for seamless, comprehensive patient care.
- Sedation dentistry available
- Family dental care
- Same-day emergency visits
- Flexible hours and convenient location
- Comfort-focused amenities
- Easy payment and insurance options
Patient Forms
Save time by completing your new patient forms at home before your visit. Please bring your insurance card and ID to your appointment.
What We Do
Dental Crowns
Strong custom crowns restoring damaged teeth function, shape, and look natural.
LANAP
Advanced laser gum treatment promoting healthier gums with minimal discomfort.
SureSmiles
Clear aligners straightening teeth comfortably for confident, natural-looking smiles.
Family Dentistry
Complete dental care helping every family member maintain healthy, confident smiles.
Dental Implants
Restoring missing teeth comfort, stability, function, and confidence naturally.
Sedation
Helping patients stay calm and comfortable during dental procedures safely.
Periodontal Disease
Effective treatments protecting gums, teeth, and overall oral health long-term.
Root Canals
Gentle treatments removing infections while saving natural teeth comfortably.
Extractions
Focused on comfort, healing, and protecting surrounding teeth afterward.

New Patients Specials
Whether you are visiting us for the first time or need prompt attention for a dental issue, Spectrum Dental, Inc. formerly Melinda Marino, DDS is here to help with straightforward, value-focused exam options.
New Patient Special
$199
Full Mouth X-Rays, Photos
And Exam
Emergency Exam
$99
Problem-Focused X-Rays,
Photos And Exam
Skilled
Dental Professionals
Join our plan and experience all the benefits of membership without
the hassles of dental insurance.
Adult Wellness Plan
14 and Older
$47
Per Month Or $479/Yr
- 1 routine cleaning every 6 months
- 1 Fluoride varnish every 6 months
- Regular exam with cleaning
- Oral cancer screening with cleaning
- All necessary X-rays per year
- 1 emergency exam with X-ray per year
- Up to 20% off additional General Dentist treatment
- Up to 10% off Specialist, whitening, Cosmetic and Sure Smile treatment
Child Wellness Plan
14 and Younger
$33
Per Month Or $332/Yr
- 1 routine cleaning every 6 months
- 1 Fluoride varnish every 6 months
- Regular exam with cleaning
- Oral cancer screening with cleaning
- All necessary X-rays per year
- 1 emergency exam with X-ray per year
- Up to 20% off additional General Dentist treatment
- Up to 10% off Specialist, whitening, Cosmetic and Sure Smile treatment
Perio Maintenance Plan
14 and Older
$79
Per Month Or $776/Yr
- 1 routine cleaning every 3 months with Gingival Irrigation
- 1 Fluoride varnish every 6 months
- Regular exam with cleaning
- Oral cancer screening with cleaning
- All necessary X-rays per year
- 1 emergency exam with X-ray per year
- Up to 20% off additional General Dentist treatment
- Up to 10% off Specialist, whitening, Cosmetic and Sure Smile treatment
Save With Family Discounts! 3% Off With 2 Family Members, 5% Off With 3 Family Members, 10% Off With 4 Or More Family Members.
Core Values
Caring
Care for patients, coworkers
and practice.
Trustworthy
Trust and have faith in
each other.
Growth Mindset
Enjoy learning, seek out situation to experiment,
and see failure as an opportunity.
Flexible
Be open available and compassionnate of each other and pocilies.
Fun
Have fun,be fun, take
pictures, be a family.

