My first visit with Dr. Lauren Weiss at Wai Kahala Dentistry was due to a dental emergency that…read moreoccurred on a day when my prior dentist was off. Having no way to reach him, I shotgunned calls to other dentists in the East Honolulu area and fortunately Dr. Weiss could see me that day. She took very good care of the emergency I had. Since then, Dr. Weiss has been taking excellent care of all my dental needs for the past few years. She is very knowledgable and addresses my dental issues with a high degree of professionalism and expertise. I am very comfortable with her being my dentist from here on out. So much so that I have recommended multiple family members to her. The waiting room, dental hygienist, and procedure rooms are all clean and much more modern than my prior dentist. Appointments have been on time and the front desk staff have always been nice to me. Also nice about this place is that they are located in the Kahala Mall professional building where there is ample free parking around the building and the mall. I dont know if Dr. Weiss is taking new patients at this time, but if she is and you are looking for a dentist, I strongly recommend giving her a try.

I've been a patient of Dr. Savage for over 5 years now and I can't say enough wonderful things…read moreabout him and the folks in this office! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a casual warmth coupled with the utmost professionalism. Dr. Savage himself is fantastic -- knowledgeable, funny, personable and *real.* He took the time to explain everything about my teeth and their status very clearly. And I honestly can't say enough about my hygienist, Jan. She is insanely gentle, but very thorough and even despite the many awkward physical moments during a cleaning, she manages to make me feel comfortable and at ease. The office itself is clean, organized and professional. Exactly what you'd want when walking into a dentist's office. Highly recommended!

Best dentist ever! I moved here from San Francisco and am fortunate I found Dr Wrobel so quickly…read more He is very competent and efficient and replaced a filling before I moved back to CA. My SF dentist had advised me to get a bridge because my back molar was slightly cracked. However, Dr. Wrobel examined the tooth carefully and said it just needed a filling. He save me so much money! Also, his front desk staff are so warm and welcoming. Highly recommend! UPDATE: October 2, 2018 - I had to call them to pay off a balance and they remembered me and were so kind. I would move back just so I can see them...they are that amazing!

We began going to Platinum Dental with Dr. Doug Wrobel based on a friend's recommendation--she also…read morebrings her three children there. At the time, my daughter was just five years old and absolutely terrified of the dentist. When Dr. Rachel took over Dr. Wrobel's practice, I wasn't sure what to expect, but she has been every bit as kind and patient--if not more so. She's had to do even more work, yet always takes the time to make my daughter feel safe and heard. At their very first appointment, Dr. Rachel removed her scrubs and mask, sat beside my daughter, and simply talked to her. My daughter was in tears before the cleaning even began, but Dr. Rachel gently walked her through every step, letting her hold "Mr. Thirsty" and explaining how each tool would feel. The entire staff at Platinum Dental is just as wonderful. The hygienists are so gentle and encouraging, and the reception team is always warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. From the moment you walk in, you feel cared for and respected--especially as a parent with a nervous child. We're so grateful to have found a dental office that not only provides excellent care, but also creates such a kind and supportive environment.

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.

My father had been suffering for many years due to incomplete dental work that started in his 30s…read more Now at 75, Dr. Patel gave him a second chance with an amazing job that truly changed his quality of life. The care he received was not only professional and skillful, but also compassionate and heartfelt. My father & I are both grateful. From the moment we walked in, the entire staff was warm, friendly, and accommodating. You can feel the kindness and love in the atmosphere--they genuinely care about their patients. There are still a few final adjustments to make, but my father is already feeling like a new man, and we couldn't be happier. If you're looking for someone who truly goes above and beyond, do yourself a favor and visit Dr. Patel. We are beyond grateful.

Back story on me I have severe dental phobia due to a past experience many years ago. I was so…read moreterrified of going to the dentist. I do not have enough kind words to say about Hawai'i pacific dental group. They listened to all my concerns made the entire experience "relaxing" as possible. And my teeth look amazing. Thank you so much!

I always have a wonderful visit at Hawaii Kai Family Dentistry. Today was another example for a…read moregeneral cleaning and x-rays. The staff was welcoming and pleasant. Dr. Yokoyama is very kind to me because he knows I hate going to the dentist. The best part was.petting his two Golden Retrievers on site! I was done in 30 minutes and left a very Happy Camper!

I love Dr. Yokoyama and his team! They have done a great job keeping my smile beautiful! I've had…read morebraces through them to straighten my bottom teeth and he was so professional.. I had a filling changed that had been bothering me and Dr. did such great work! I would recommend Dr. Yokoyama to anyone any day!!

My sister in law was a patient for Douglas Chang for over 25 yrs and she continued to stay at…read moreDentaworks even after Darren Wong took over. She trusted that his office would continue to give her the care that she received all those years. Well, she did not! She went in for a routine cleaning, they took xrays and Darren Wong did the exam. He told her that she needed a crown on her bottom right molar. She said she had no pain or discomfort or any issues with that tooth. He told her that she needed a crown because there were so many fillings on that tooth and it would crack. First of all if there is no cavity and patient has no problem what harm is there to have just monitored it? She comes in every 6 months. You can always check it every time. She trusted him and scheduled for the crown. They NEVER told her that the crown would not be covered. They NEVER even preauthorized it! Also, had they checked they would have known it would not be covered because there is a 6 month waiting period when you start a new job with the insurance. She comes in and while she is in the chair (for the procedure to start) someone comes in with an iPad and has her sign. She sees the $1700 and questions "is this with insurance?" They said "yes". She comes out to the front after the temporary crown was placed and a different person tells her that it's $1700 because her insurance didn't cover because of the 6 month waiting period! See!!!...she could have waited and then have 50% covered (She was not in any discomfort!). However after the tempoary crown was placed she was in pain for 2 weeks. She never had any pain until Darren decided to make money by putting a crown on a tooth that had no decay and was not bothering her with a reason of "it will crack". My sister in law should have been given the option to wait when it bothered her and for the insurance to cover 50%. They should have told her before scheduling her that her insurance did not cover the procedure. Just like the review from 12 months ago by Kay he just wanted money. I work and have worked with such reputable Dentist including Douglas Chang so I know what a bad one looks like....seriously, he lacks integrity!

My mom had a really bad experience from Dr. Wong. He was running 20mins late for my mom and instead…read moreof apologizing he acted like nothing had happened. She tried to asked questions about the treatment he recommended but instead of explaining he gave my mom an attitude and didn't even discussed other options. He is really rude to my mom. It seems like he only cares about making money. Although the staff were nice I wouldn't recommend Dr. Wong at all.

Dr. Tony Kim is great! Did my veneers beautifully! Always able to get an appointment should I…read moreneed a quick fix.

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!

Brooo, the best. I should've been coming here the entire time instead of wasting my time at…read moreplatinum/taro dental. Dr. Kim is super nice and gentle.

I have had numerous excellent experiences with Dr Kim. She is gentle and a very good dentist. Have…read morehad almost 10 crowns replaced, many fillings and of course regular cleanings and check ups. Great service and she even calls you back on a weekend! Love her and Patti!

All-around topnotch care. And when I say care, they CARE. Dr. Jeff, Dawn, Jess, everyone…read morereally...are warm, genuine people who happen to provide dental services. They're so wonderful that I feel a tiny bit guilty when I admit to not flossing regularly. Even my husband doesn't want to disappoint them lol Some niceties that they offer: warm face towels, neck pillows, a bidet! And notary service too! They run like clockwork...I am never waiting long in the lobby or in the exam chair. My husband and I are fortunate to be in their care. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some flossing to do.

After my dentist passed away a couple of years ago, I had a difficult time finding another dentist…read moreI could connect with. I had been with my previous dentist for over 15 years, and I believe having a good relationship with your dentist is important. You may only see them twice a year or during an emergency, but you want someone who knows you and genuinely cares. I tried a couple of dentists but never felt comfortable. Then I came across an ad featuring Dr. Jeff Miyazawa and decided to give his practice a try. He is in Kaneohe and I live in Ewa, so it is definitely a drive--but he is absolutely worth it. From the beginning, his staff made me feel welcome and comfortable, especially Christine. She is incredibly friendly, warm, and helpful. She listened to my concerns and carefully explained all of my options without making me feel pressured or judged. Dr. Miyazawa was also very personable and seemed genuinely interested in helping me. For years, I had a small chip in one of my front teeth. It may have seemed minor, but it was noticeable to me in pictures and affected how I felt about my smile. Another dentist had previously repaired it, but the repair did not last very long. Yesterday, Dr. Miyazawa repaired my two front teeth, and I could immediately see the difference in the level of care. He was extremely meticulous. He did not simply cover the chip and send me on my way. He made sure my smile looked balanced, also worked on my bottom teeth, and paid close attention to every detail. This was definitely not a rushed ten-minute job. I am so grateful to Dr. Miyazawa and his staff. I feel more confident, and I finally love my smile again. It feels like he gave me back the smile I used to have. I highly recommend him--especially if you are looking for a dentist who is skilled, caring, personable, and truly listens. The drive from Ewa to Kaneohe is worth it!

Once you find a place to park it's wonderful. The building I modern and comfortable. It has fish…read moreeverywhere and screens with kid friendly cartoons. The staff is always friendly and welcoming when you come in. Our Pedodontist is amazing Dr Kobayashi, hope I spelled that right is such a delightful person. She makes up these fun songs while cleaning and examine our small guy. As parents we have fun. They offer to schedule your next appointment right then. They utilize a text system as well for all us phone dependant people. Overall wonderful experience.

Staff is friendly. My son was scared at first but have gotten used to seeing the dentist on a…read moreregular basis. They taught my son how to properly brush his teeth.