Hello Smiles is always great with our kids. Dr. Kim and his team are patient, friendly, and KIND. Makes dentist visits real easy for the family. Highly recommend. read more

I really appreciate how kind and welcoming all of the staff were at Hello Smiles. My 3 and 7 yr old are patients here. It was my little girl's first time to the dentist and everyone did such a good job helping her understand what was happening and walked her through what they were doing. I was super impressed. The dentist was also very kind and took the time to explain results to me clearly and thoroughly. read more

Extremely disappointed with our experience at Hello Smiles in Oakley. My wife has a trained diabetic alert service dog, and we felt she was discriminated against because of her service dog's breed. Instead of treating my wife with dignity and understanding her rights as a person with a disability accompanied by a service animal, the situation was handled in a way that made her feel singled out, embarrassed, and unwelcome. What made the experience even worse was the way the doctor communicated with us. We felt the conversation was manipulative and dismissive, and when we tried to explain our concerns and my wife's ADA rights, we felt like the situation was being twisted around rather than addressed professionally. A medical office should understand the basic rules surrounding service animals and the ADA. People with disabilities should not have to argue for basic respect and equal access simply because someone has an issue with the breed of their trained service dog. We left feeling disrespected and extremely disappointed. I strongly encourage this office and its staff to educate themselves on service-animal laws and how to appropriately treat patients with disabilities. No patient should be made to feel this way while seeking medical care. read more

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The experience was truly exceptional. The team's service, patience, and bedside manner were nothing short of spectacular. This was my son's very first dental visit--and my first time navigating one as a parent--and they guided us through every step with such care and professionalism. When my son became anxious midway through his cleaning, the assistant responded with remarkable kindness and thoughtfulness. She patiently offered multiple options, empowering us to choose what felt best, while being incredibly mindful not to push him beyond his comfort level. Their approach made it clear that they genuinely care about creating positive, supportive experiences for children. I deeply appreciated their sensitivity and professionalism in ensuring that his first visit would be remembered as reassuring--not traumatic. It made all the difference for both of us. read more

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Hello Smiles has a beautiful space. Everything is so neat and organized and clean!! My 4 year old has been coming since she was 2 and she loves it too. Theres a nice play area and book shelf full of children books. Everyone is so nice too. There are TVs mounted on the ceiling for the kids to watch while they are being cleaned and then they get to choose from prizes and balloon art afterwards. 10/10 recommend!! read more

Great job from everyone. Thank you Hello Smiles. My son enjoys his visits. From the moment we got in the office, every staff member was professional. read more

We took our little one in for his very first dental appointment and had such a wonderful experience! Although he wasn't exactly thrilled about his visit and shed quite a few tears, everyone was incredibly sweet, gentle, and patient with him. They made us feel so comfortable and never made us feel rushed. We really appreciated the kindness and care they showed our little guy, especially during such a new experience. Thank you for making his first dental visit a positive experience for us as parents! read more

Great staff and Dr. Kim is fantastic very professional and patient. I would totally reccomend Hello Smiles

My daughter had her first ever dental appointment here. The staff was so friendly and tried their best to make her comfortable and me comfortable giving me the option to stop the cleaning if she was crying to much for my liking. She is only 21 months old and was not having it but that's not the staffs fault. She hates when I brush her teeth at home so with a stranger I'm pleasantly surprised with how well it went. Im so happy to have found this place. read more

Dr.Kim and Tina were fantastic!!! My three year olds first dental appointment and they did awesome. They explained everything to her, taught me better ways to help floss her teeth and made her a balloon animal. How cool! Thanks Hello Smiles! read more

Excellent, timely service! On the day of my son's appointment, he decided it was the perfect time to show all of his challenging behaviors. Fortunately, every staff member gave us grace and demonstrated incredible patience. Despite the circumstances, they were still able to see him and complete his routine check-up. I'm so thankful we found this pediatric dentistry -- they are absolutely wonderful! read more

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Finally found the ideal dentist for my son! They were very thorough and the office is extremely clean. The whole staff is amazing and very patient with my son who tends to ask many questions and asks for many breaks during his cleaning. Thank you for the amazing experience! read more

I'm not exactly sure if it's been one or two years since my son, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, started seeing Dr. Kim. As my son got older and stronger, dental visits became increasingly difficult, and he would not allow anyone to check his teeth. I searched Yelp for a new pediatric dentist and am so thankful we found Dr. Kim. Dr. Kim is incredibly patient, which means so much to our family. In addition, Damaris, the dental assistant, is absolutely amazing and so patient with my son. Every time we come in for a routine visit, my son is paired with Damaris, and I truly appreciate that the office recognizes and respects that he has a preferred person. My son allows Damaris to do more than any other dental assistant we've encountered, which speaks volumes about her care and understanding. This is a dental office where I genuinely feel comfortable bringing my child, knowing he is receiving the best possible dental care. read more

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I love hello smiles ! They are extremely patient with my child ! She is very scared and hard to deal with but they are so kind and try their best to make her feel comfortable ! All the staff I came across are great ! read more

They are amazing and so patient with my 2 year old! They know exactly how to work with the littlest ones and be fast!

The type of care given to my daughter was great! Everyone was patient and caring. The information given on continuing to care for her baby teeth was great. My daughter's first dentist appointment was a good one! read more

My daughter loved her first experience at the dentist! She did not want to go. She sometimes dislikes when I brush her teeth so she was nervous about going. I really appreciate how patient they were with her! They took the time to explain everything they were doing & went at her pace. She also loved watching the tv above her, that took a lot of the nerves away by being distracted lol! She also was a big fan of the balloon animal she got at the very end! Thank you Hello Smiles for a great 1st experience! read more

Dr. Alison and staff are always phenomenal! They always make the dentist such a fun place for my boys, and they love going to the dentist because of it. Any questions that I have, are always explained perfectly! read more

Place is clean and staffs are friendly. Very thorough and easy. Kids didnt make a fuss.

My daughter had dental treatment done, she had to be put under anesthesia. The whole team from the front staff to the assistants and doctors were great! I was very nervous at first going into the appointment, but the quality of care that the staff and doctors showed was just beyond amazing! I am beyond grateful with the team for the experience. My daughter was in great hands! Really recommend this team of great people! read more

Excellent dental care from a magnificent and caring team who puts my children first. Dr. Kim is a class act and his compassionate and dedication to his practice is evident in all of our visits. read more

Excellent dentist, I took both my sons for a cleaning and they were very gentle and professional. This would be my kids dentist from now on.

My almost 2 year old son had taken a tumble off his strider bike, resulting in 2 shattered teeth. We knew it was an urgent matter, however we were nervous with availability as it is literally the day before Christmas/Christmas eve! Thankfully, my dentist, Dr. Freitas, had referred us here to Dr. Kim. He immediately called me and spoke with me after seeing my son's teeth. They got us in just an hour later to see my son. Did X-rays, kept him comfortable (as you can imagine taking a 2 year old to the dentist...) The receptionists were welcoming and same with the dental assistants! They were very fast, caring and walked us through the entire process. Once it came to the extraction part, it was not pretty or easy, but they made the experience as good as pulling 2 front teeth from a toddler could be! They made sure he was cared for, and helped me understand recovery and what to expect. Overall, we had an amazing experience here and would recommend this pediatrics dentist to anyone looking. Thank you Hello Smiles! read more

Hello smile made my daughter like dentists again. We had a terrible traumatizing experience at our previous dentist that doesn't not cater to special needs kids. Hello smile goes above and beyond. We expressed our concerns and let them know of our daughter's special needs. They did everything to make sure her teeth cleaning went smoothly. Offering glasses, headphones and talking her through and asking if she was alright. We came in for a filing but needed to have the cleaning done first to establish new patient. Came back in for a different treatment instead of a filing, the dentist gave us 2 options and my daughter chose not to do the drilling because she was traumatized. Hello smile did so great each time with her. She left happy and not overwhelmed which is so big! So happy to have been recommended to hello smile by friends. We will tell everyone to choose hello smile. read more

My daughter has been going there for years with no issues. Then they decided they no longer wanted to accept patients who were covered under dental, but we were told that doesn't reflect on the patients who already go there that have that insurance, so no problem. She has been to the dentist once a year for routine care; the last time we took her was last year for a routine appointment. Now they are saying they can't find those records, so they won't take her because of her insurance. It feels like they're doing this just so they can stop taking patients with our insurance without being straightforward and letting us know. Now my daughter is in pain because the filling they put in cracked, and I have to find somewhere else to take her. If I had known they dropped her, I would have already gotten her a new dentist. read more

I have 2 kids that have been coming here the last 2-3 years. We've always had AMAZING experiences with the staff, and Dr.Kim. From cleanings to treatment plans. The office is clean and child friendly. No complaints from me. They are very kind, understanding, and they make them feel comfortable in an intimidating environment in the eyes of kids. I Just took my youngest to their first appointment today (3 years old). Nothing but a positive and thankfully happy experience! I've referred my sister In laws who have littles themselves to definitely switch over. Highly recommend. read more

Everyone in the office was really lovely. They were super nice to my family--down-to-earth style. It was my toddler's first time there, and it all went very smoothly. We will be back. :) read more

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The staff is very patient, informative, and nice. The assistant made my son feel safe and engaged in the whole cleaning process. The doctor took her time to exam his teeth. We love the stickers at the end of the visit. Good incentive. read more

One year later, my daughter is now 3.5 years old & just as I suspected - she had a great appointment and was very comfortable with the staff + Dr. Kim cleaning/looking at her teeth! She had no hesitation this time. This office has made her enjoy coming to the dentist :) read more

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Took my 3-year-old for her very first dentist visit, and Hello Smiles Pediatric Dentistry was amazing!! From the front desk to the dentist, every staff member was outstanding, so kind, patient, and welcoming. They made both of us feel completely comfortable and truly went above and beyond to make her first visit a positive experience. The office was super clean and very kid-friendly. Highly recommend. 12/10 read more

Highly recommend this office for children. Switch to this office last year and now my daughter looks forward to going to the dentist. When my daughter has her cleanings she gets to pick a movie and flavor of toothpaste. (they have chocolate and strawberry!) What I really love is that they talk my daughter through her cleaning and explain what tools are going to do what, they make her apart of the experience! They even let her feel it because some tools are loud but don't hurt. I really appreciate the time and care they put into each visit. Thank you Hello Smiles for making our dentist experience a good one! read more

We have been going to Hello Smiles for years now and have referred several other families in that time. As an adult, I have anxiety about going to the dentist and I didn't want to pass that onto my kids. It was important for me to find a dental office that specifically caters to children, because I knew it'd mean the dentist(s) and staff would likely be more patient and kind. Dr Kim and his staff are truly all I could have ever hoped for in pediatric dentistry and more! My kids have had routine cleanings, X-rays, fillings, and now even caps from Dr Kim. While watching my 6 year old get a cap on one of his molars, I even texted my husband telling him how I was so thankful we had Dr Kim because you can just tell how much he cares about 1) making sure our kids feel comfortable throughout any "procedure" and 2) making sure the job gets done efficiently and effectively without error. My husband even text me back "Yeah, I really like Dr Kim too" and he's WAY harder to impress than I am! Oh and I should mention the office itself. It is always so clean! They provide mini bottles of water in the waiting room, toys for kids to stay busy, and books plus a TV always playing the best kid movies. Every station has a TV on the ceiling too so your kiddo can watch their fav show while they're getting worked on. My kids say their favorite part is the TV on the ceiling and the balloon animals/swords they get when they're done! All of this is to say, if you're looking for a top tier dental experience for your children with a dentist you can trust, go to Hello Smiles. I'll never stop referring people here! read more

Dr. Kim & his staff are always so pleasant to deal with: Dr. Kim knows that our LO gets anxious and is very scared of office visits, so Dr. Kim customizes the appointments to best suit our LO's temperament & keep him happy during his appointment. We appreciate all the consideration that they show for our family. The quality of care and overall experience for us is exemplary! read more

Had such a great visit. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. Glad we found my daughter's forever dentist! read more

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Everyone was so nice and easy going. My very first time going to a dentist for my first child. They made the process go smoothly and made me feel comfortable. Definitely keeping them as my pediatric dentist! read more

Dr. Kim and his staff are just absolutely amazing when it comes to the way they treat their patients. Our daughter is 2.5 years old and we brought her in for the first time when she turned 2. From the moment we walked in until she was seen by Dr. Kim, they made her feel at ease and at home. She wasn't too scared but did cry a bit during her first visit, however, the dental hygienist made sure to do everything she could to cheer her up. Dr. Kim was terrific with her as well and made her a doggy balloon animal once the checkup was over. We had such a wonderful experience, and today's visit was just as wonderful. Our daughter left with a giraffe balloon animal, some stickers and a small toy (they always offer treats once the visit is over) and she was happy as can be! Thank you so much, Dr. Kim and staff, for your loving attentiveness towards your pediatric patients! read more

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There is a reason why this place has almost 5 stars; it is AWESOME. Dr. Kim is an amazing dentist, and my kid loves going to the dentist. The staff is always super friendly. Highly recommended! read more

Hello Smiles is hands down the best pediatric dentist office around! My kids always look forward to going to the dentist and the staff are incredible! read more

Dr. Kim is an awesome doctor who shows his care for his patient above and beyond. Even when his office was close, he took the initiative to discuss and respond to my question regarding my daughter's excruciating toothache situation. He gives the time for his patient and ensuring the best proper care. He also explains everything which I like because everything is pretty much upfront. He shows the problem area and provides solution and alternatives which is for the greater good of the kids. His concern for his patient is unlike other dentist we've had. I'm glad to have hello smiles as my kids dentist. It is a friendly, and professional environment. I highly recommend hello smiles. read more

Amazing staff, wonderful dentist Dr. my girls look forward to going to the dentist appointments They are happy they make them feel safe. they explain everything every procedure to me and my kids. They are very patience as well. read more