I've been going to this dentist for about five years now, and I can confidently say the quality of…read morecare has been consistently excellent. Over the years, I've had everything from routine cleanings to more involved procedures, and every visit has been handled with professionalism, patience, and attention to detail. He always takes the time to thoroughly explain what's going on, walks through options clearly, and answers questions without ever making you feel rushed. What I appreciate most is the consistency. The office is always clean and organized, appointments run on time, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. You can tell the entire team takes pride in what they do. He's also proactive about preventative care. Instead of just fixing problems, he explains what to watch for and how to maintain long-term dental health. That kind of transparency builds trust -- and after five years, I trust him completely. If you're looking for a dentist who is skilled, honest, and genuinely invested in his patients, I highly recommend him.

Finding a dental team that feels like family is rare, but this office is as good as it gets!…read moreThe second you walk in, Toni and Lucia at the front office make you feel right at home. They are so welcoming, helpful, and instantly put you at ease. The hygienists are incredibly caring and gentle, and Dr. Derek is top-tier. He is so knowledgeable, experienced, and has such a remarkably steady hand that every visit is totally stress-free.

After years of having two noticeable spots on my front teeth and a gap between two teeth that is…read morewider than it should be, I finally decided to book an appointment with Dr. Kim who friends rave about. I always cringe when given shots in the front area of gums but Dr. Kim painlessly numbed the gums. My teeth turned out flawless--no more spots and the fillings matched my teeth perfectly color wise and the gap was filled to look like it should be. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Kim to make your teeth look flawless. A smile and the condition of teeth say so much about you on a first impression! Thank you, Dr. Kim!

I received a wonderful referral from Dr. Kim, DDS. As I would like to be as proactive as I can be…read morewith the health of my teeth, I was able to get a comprehensive in depth look through COR Imaging. Dr. Kim only uses this doctor... and I can see why. Incredible explanation and care when I went to COR Imaging!

I am so thankful for Dr. Okuda. Dr. Okuda is THE best dentist. I've had braces twice and have had…read morehorrible dental issues my whole life. I have never felt so confident in my dentist and his team, I cannot thank Dr. Okuda for transforming my smile and for making me feel more confident. First off, the office is immaculate, clean and so well put together. The entire team is on it and are always attentive, present and genuine. Dr. Okuda's office staff and team are the best. They truly treated me like family, even when I first came into their office for a consultation. I never felt pushed to get any treatments, I felt like Dr. Okuda and his team were genuine from day one about what could make my smile better. Even after my procedure, Dr. Okuda encouraged me that just the small and slight tweak we did with my gumline was enough to transform my smile - and he told me in his honest opinion, that's all he'd want to do to improve my smile and to keep everything else for it made me "me". I also got into a horrible surfing accident earlier this year before proceeding with my procedure - Dr. Okuda had me immediately come in to examine my teeth and my huge lip laceration and he told me he'd prefer to wait until my laceration healed. Not only did he fit me into his busy schedule immediately, Dr. Okuda genuinely cared about my well being and didn't want to rush my procedure. Professionalism. Honesty. Kindness. And the best taste. I trust Dr. Okuda and would highly recommend him to any of my friends or family for any cosmetic dental needs and inquiries.

I went in for a consultation with Dr. Wynn and unfortunately, left feeling pretty disappointed with…read morethe experience. I was scheduled for 9:00 AM and was told over the phone that the consultation would be about an hour. I was expecting to meet with Dr. Wynn and discuss my concerns and treatment options directly with him. Instead, I spent almost two hours speaking exclusively with the practice manager and never actually got to meet or speak with the doctor. The practice manager was very friendly and talkative, which I initially appreciated because it made the environment feel comfortable. However, the appointment consisted of a LOT of stories about the philosophy of the office, and other patients and I felt like I left with less clarity than I expected from a cosmetic dental consultation. I originally went in primarily concerned about two teeth and was interested in exploring composite bonding, along with some whitening. During the conversation, I was told that I would need at least six veneers. I understand that a cosmetic dentist may have professional recommendations and that veneers may ultimately be the better option in some cases, but I'm not sure what qualifications or clinical assessment were being used to make that determination, especially since I had not yet been evaluated by Dr. Wynn. When I questioned why six would be necessary when I was originally concerned about two teeth, the explanation I was given was essentially that once you have two "perfect" teeth, you will start noticing everything else that is wrong with your smile, so it would be better to do everything at once. That explanation did not really address my concerns or explain why six veneers were clinically necessary for me. I had other questions and concerns about veneers in general, and some of the responses came across more like "well my veneers look great" rather than addressing my individual concerns as a patient. It felt like more of a sales pitch than an actual professional discussion. The pricing also made the experience more difficult. I was being quoted at least $12,000-15,000 for the veneers I apparently desperately need, along with an initial $2,200 for diagnostics, so I would have expected a consultation with the actual dentist and a clear clinical explanation of why that treatment was necessary before discussing such a significant financial commitment. Ultimately, I had to leave after almost two hours because I had somewhere else to be, meaning I never even got the opportunity to speak with the doctor I had scheduled the consultation with. I'm sure this office has many happy patients, and I appreciated the friendliness of the staff, especially the receptionist! However, based on my experience, I personally did not feel that the consultation met my expectations. I would have preferred a more focused appointment, less pressure around treatment choices, and most importantly, the opportunity to actually meet with and be evaluated by the dentist before being told what treatment I needed.

We found Dr. Takenishi last year after being a bit disillusioned with big dentist offices with…read moredifferent doctors every visit. We were instantly happy with our choice. The office is small, quiet, clean. The front desk person has always been fantastic: friendly, engaged, and helpful. Both hygienists I have seen were good at what they do, not peachy about my lack of consistent flossing, and made for a good visit. Yes, yes, I know flossing is important. Dr. Takenishi is super personable. He's efficient while also providing entertaining conversation. I leave feeling good about the care I've received and my plan for keeping my teeth. (Ahem, flossing more regularly.)

Dr. Wade is the best dentist and has restored a lot of my teeth! He is super gentle and I can never…read morefeel when he anesthetizes the area of my tooth. Becca does a great job in reminding and scheduling appts for myself and children. I recently came in for a same day crown. I was welcomed by very sweet assistant Aurora who explained the crown procedure every step of the way and was very efficient. This office is great in keeping up with digital dentistry - my crown was perfect and ready in 2 hours. No temporary or 2nd appointment to come back. Also my teenager is almost done with his clear aligner treatment and my toddler loves coming to his routine check up. The office staff is all very friendly and caring. Happy Holidays and we will see you next year! :)

Through the years, I felt abused and traumatized by previous dentists, who would take out their…read morelife frustrations while manhandling me with sudden thrusting, bone-hitting, excruciatingly painful anestesia injections. Then I was blessed to experience Dr. Ho's special technique, in which he uses a special angle or ideal pressure or magic to deliver the injection so that it almost feels pleasant. That coupled with the time Dr. Ho's Office Manager, Char, pointed out how timing certain dental procedures to coincide with insurance coverage renewal would save me over a thousand dollars, made me feel so lucky to have been accepted as a patient. And when considering the unbelievable courtesy and warm professionalism of the rest of his staff, I'm sorry for being reluctant to write an honest review until now. Just being selfish.

This is my SECOND review after getting the first one removed after this dentist complained…read more This office is terrible. The office staff are very confused and do not seem to understand or know how to operate electronic technology. Not only did they mess up my records, but they kept calling me for scheduled follow up appointments, even after I cancelled all my appointments and asked them to inactivate my profile - TWICE. Wouln't want to risk getting any services here. The "office manager" was really rude as well.

I've never written a yelp review before, but I will for this incredible business! Super fast…read morereception. Friendly front desk staff. Their internal communication is so organized. And Marilyn was the best dental hygienist I've ever had in all my 23 years of going to the dentist. I specifically asked to have her clean my teeth at my next appointment. So funny and such a character. Mahalo Marilyn and Ala Moana Dental Care staff! See you in 6 months.

This place is a well oiled machine. Extra efficient. Great dentistry. Superb hours. Clean office…read more Courteous staff. Highly skilled doctors and hygienists. Come here if you value your teeth (and time). The best dental office I have ever been to on and off island.

Great experience, really kind and attentive. Answered all my questions with no judgement. Will be…read morecoming back

It's been a few months since I had my implant surgery with Dr. Yoo on April 9th. Now feels like the…read moreright time to share my honest thoughts. Is it better to write a review right after the procedure? In my opinion, not always. As someone who's written countless reviews as a long-time Yelp Elite, I believe it's important to observe the healing process before offering a genuine evaluation--especially for something as delicate as dental implants. Now, my candid impressions. The first thing that struck me was how intimately Dr. Yoo understood the condition of my oral health--perhaps even better than I did. After only a short period, I felt I could truly trust him. My case wasn't a straightforward single implant. It involved a sinus lift and bone grafting, and the entire procedure lasted about 3 hours. There were moments when the sounds of the tools made me tense up, but the anesthesia worked perfectly, and I felt minimal pain throughout. Surprisingly, those three hours didn't feel that long. Either I have a high pain tolerance, or Dr. Yoo's technique is simply that exceptional. In Honolulu, procedures like this usually require separate appointments with various specialists. Under Dr. Yoo's care, everything was streamlined--from extraction to implant placement--all under one roof. Getting the implant placed immediately after extraction? That was a first, even for me, despite already having five or six implants. Post-op recovery felt efficient and smooth. I had three follow-up appointments, and each time I was given a clear assessment of how things were progressing. The healing stitches were visible for a while, but now even my gum line is gradually smoothing out. At the end of October, I'll be getting my final check-up and the much-anticipated crown, custom-designed under Dr. Yoo's supervision. I can already tell it's going to be something special. And lastly-- Dr. Yoo is more than a dentist. He's a brilliant engineer, a meticulous jeweler, and an artist all in one. Thank you for following along with my implant journey. Let's meet again for the final chapter. Dr.Yooの施術を受けて数ヶ月経ち、ようやくレビューを書く気になりました。 4月9日にDr.Yooの執刀でインプラントのオペを受けました。レビューはすぐに書くもの？ 私の場合はそうは思いませんでした。Yelp Eliteとして長年レビューを書いてきた経験から、術後の経過を見守る時間もまた、レビューの一部だと感じています。 さて、率直な感想を。 まず何より驚いたのは、Dr.Yooが私の口腔内の状況を、まるで自分のことのように把握していること。初期のカウンセリングから短期間で「信頼できるドクター」と確信するに至りました。 私の場合、インプラントは1本だけではなく、さらにサイナスリフトや骨移植も含まれていたため、施術は約3時間に及びました。聞こえてくる器具の音には一瞬緊張しましたが、麻酔はしっかり効いており、痛みはほとんどなし。長丁場でしたが、不思議と「あっという間」だった感覚です。 私が痛みに強いのか、Dr.Yooのテクニックがそれほど秀逸なのか----どちらにせよ、術後のダメージ感が非常に少なかったことは特筆すべき点です。 ホノルルでは通常、こうした複雑な処置は複数の専門医を経て進むものですが、Dr.Yooの下ではその全てが一貫して進行。抜糸後すぐにインプラント装着という流れも、これまで何度も経験した私にとっては驚きでした。 施術後のチェックアップも3度受け、毎回きちんと状態を見ていただきました。縫合痕も今では目立たなくなり、歯茎の形も滑らかになりつつあります。 10月末にはいよいよ最終チェックと、Dr.Yoo監修のクラウン装着が控えています。ユニークで美しい仕上がりになる予感がしています。 そして何より---- Dr.Yooは、ただの歯科医ではありません。工学博士であり、宝石職人のような緻密さと、アーティストのようなセンスを併せ持つ稀有な存在です。 ここまでお付き合いいただきありがとうございました。最終章でまたお目にかかりましょう。

Recently visited Dr. Leong for the first time to get a second opinion on a root canal. From the…read moremoment I walked in, everyone there was very friendly and helpful. Dr. Leong made me feel comfortable right away and explained everything very clearly so I could understand my options. I've been to many different dentists here on the island, but I can honestly say he's the best dentist I've seen. A lot of dentists make you feel like they only care about the money, but Dr. Leong truly listened to my concerns and took the time to make sure I felt comfortable throughout the treatment. His assistant, Trisha, was also amazing while assisting him during my procedure. The whole experience felt very reassuring and professional. Thank you to Dr. Leong and the team for making what could have been a stressful visit such a comfortable one.

I came in as a new patient for a cleaning and I was greeted by the front office staff and they made…read moreme feel welcomed. Rica, who was my dental hygienist that day did a great job cleaning my teeth and had informed me about the areas that required aggressive cleaning. She thoroughly cleaned and to best of her ability. She was also gentle when flossing my teeth. After my cleaning, one of the dentists came to inspect my cleaning and review my X-rays with me and mentioned I didn't have any cavities and everything looked good. My experience at Dr Leongs office was great and look forward to returning for another cleaning. Thank you guys so much!

From the front desk staff, to the beautiful office and convenient location, to Dr. Gary and my…read moredental hygienist Erika Smith -- this place is truly 10000/10. I cannot recommend Erika Smith enough. She is incredibly kind, professional, detail-oriented, and genuinely cares about your dental health. She takes her time, explains everything thoroughly, and makes you feel completely comfortable throughout the entire appointment. Dr. Gary is equally wonderful -- warm, knowledgeable, and thoughtful in the way he gives feedback and recommendations. You can tell the entire team truly cares about their patients and creating a positive experience. If you're looking for a new dentist, book with them immediately and absolutely ask for Erika. She's booked up for a reason and completely worth the wait. And if you get Dr. Gary, consider yourself lucky -- your teeth and gums will thank you.

Great crew, great quality care, very glad I was referred to them. Thanks Dr, Chow and all the…read morestaff!!

Dr. Wu is the best dentist I have ever had. He is very skilled and efficient in planting the crown…read moreon no. 9 tooth. Another dentist was unable to do it. He has been very fair and considerate in handling dental fee charges. He has been doing his dental work with sincere commitments for the patients. I am very appreciative of his superb dental service. Seung Kyun KO

Highly recommend if you are looking for an honest dentist that's not going to upsell you to do…read moreunnecessary work. I went to another dentist in 2022 and they tried to schedule me to replace all my fillings I've had since I was a kid. I didn't do it and in 2025 I started feeling sensitivity in one of my fillings I've had for over 20 years. I thought it was coming loose. I went to get it checked out here - they scheduled me same day and he said honestly that it looks good and did not recommend I replace it. Was very kind and reassuring. Does not try to make money off of you. I came in thinking I needed to spend a lot of money because I don't have insurance and left spending a lot less than I thought I would.