Getting Gold Grills in San Diego: Top Spots

San Diego has a thriving custom gold grill scene. Reputable shops (call ahead for appointments, molds, pricing):

Specialist Grill / Hip-Hop Jewelers

• Icebox Jewelry – Mission Valley (Westfield) & Oceanside. National chain; huge selection, custom design, financing. High visibility (celebrity clients).
• Bling Kingz – Pacific Beach (Garnet Ave) & Mission Valley. Grill-focused, custom molds, quick turnaround, hip-hop aesthetic.
• Got Grillz San Diego – Custom-only. Mobile/office visits; digital scanning, 3D design, solid gold/diamond options. High-end.
• Golden Touch Jewelry – Custom gold grills, experienced jewelers, precise fit. Location: verify current (often El Cajon/La Mesa area).

General Jewelers with Custom Capability

• CJ Charles Jewelers (La Jolla) – High-end, may subcontract grills.
• Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers (San Diego) – Large, custom department.
• Local dental labs – Some partner with jewelers for medical-grade fit.

Buying Guide

1. Material: 10k, 14k, 18k gold (yellow/white/rose); silver base + gold plate (cheaper, wears).
2. Type: Removable (molded to teeth) vs. permanent (crowns/veneers – dentist only).
3. Process: Dental impression (putty or digital scan) → wax try-in → casting → polish/set stones. 1–2 weeks typical.
4. Price: $200–$500/tooth (solid gold); diamonds +$500+/stone. Full set = $2k–$20k+.
5. Hygiene: Removable for cleaning. Permanent = irreversible enamel reduction.

Check Instagram/Google reviews for current work. Ensure jeweler uses dental-grade alloys (nickel-free).