Best Delta Dental Dentists Near Me in Halawa, HI

Dr. Melissa Liao’s passion in life is helping others. As a dentist, she has volunteered her skills and services internationally on missionary trips and has provided free dental care to people in Haiti and Honduras. She has been a practicing general dentist in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, for 3 years and has enjoyed every minute of it. She strives to provide her community with only the highest-quality health care.

Dr. Liao grew up in Taiwan. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2016 at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. After completing her education, she moved to Hawaii and has stayed there since.

Dr. Kathleen Cruz went to the University of California Los Angeles to earn her Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry from Tufts University, then went on to complete an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Dr. Randal Motooka is a general dentist who specializes in implants, restorative dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. He has been practicing since 1992 and is an active member of the Hawaii Dental Forum, the Honolulu County Dental Society, the American Dental Association, and the Hawaii Dental Association. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Hawaii and completed his dental education at the University of Missouri. He practiced in Chicago for a few years, then decided to return to his home state of Hawaii where he has been working and practicing holistic dentistry ever since.

Dr. Eric Muraoka has always had a passion for technology. As a dentist, he loves learning about modern dental techniques and equipment. He is particularly interested in 3D printing and digital dental manufacturing. This led to him opening his own dental laboratory that creates high-quality dental prosthetics for dentists around the country. With his lab, Dr. Muraoka can ensure that his patients receive only the best dental prosthetics. He has also been able to help his community by printing PPE and over 10,000 face shields which he donated during the pandemic.

Dr. Muraoka attended the Iolani School, then went to Lewis and Clark College where he earned his Bachelor's in Chemistry. He earned his Doctorate in Dental medicine from Oregon Health and Sciences University. After completing his education, he became the owner and lead General Dentist of Kaizen Dental Center. Honolulu Magazine voted him one of Hawaii's Best Dentists.

Dr. Michael Nishime has a gentle approach to dentistry. Before treating his patients, he considers what he would want done to his own mouth, then does the same to others. His patients appreciate his ability to listen to their needs, concerns, and dental goals, and they appreciate his credentials, too. Dr. Nishime has been a dentist for over 30 years. He is currently a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry. He is also a Fellow with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, Academy of Dentistry International, the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and the American College of Dentists.

Dr. John T. Wu is an active member of the Richard V. Tucker Study Club, the Honolulu Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. He earned his BS in Biology at Boston College. He went to the University of Pennsylvania to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1997, then went on to complete his dental residency program in 1998 at the Queen’s Medicinal Center in Honolulu.

Dr. Christopher Chow believes that forming trusting relationships with each of his patients is key to running an exceptional practice. After graduating from Punahou School in Honolulu, he earned his biology and dental hygiene bachelor’s degrees from the University of Southern California. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Indiana University. Since 2005, he has been a practicing dentist. Today, he is a member of Pacific Dental and the Hawaii Dental Association.

Dr. Keri Do has been a cosmetic dentist and orthodontist for more than 20 years. Her concentrations are on TMJ health and airways. She has been featured on the cover of the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry and is the first and only woman in Hawaii to be recognized for her expertise and clinical skills in Cosmetic Dentistry by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Recently, Honolulu Magazine voted her Best Dentist. She has also been voted the Top Dentist in cosmetic dentistry nationwide.

Dr. Do graduated from the University of Southern California where she earned her BS and DDS degrees. She then went to Loma Linda Veteran's Hospital to complete a general practice residency. After completing her education, Dr. Do became an educator with the United States Dental Institute. She lectures on sleep apnea, TMJ, facial esthetics, and orthodontic treatment to dentists across the country. She has also published articles in the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Aesthetic Dentistry Journal on the topic of direct resin veneers, as well as the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Journal and the International Association of Orthodontics Journal. She has served as an assistant clinical instructor at the University of Southern California Dental School and as an examiner with the Hawaii State Dental Board.

Today, Dr. Do is a Senior Certified Instructor and Fellow at the International Association for Orthodontics. She is an active member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the American Orthodontic Association, the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, the American Dental Association, the Hawaii Dental Association, the Honolulu County Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. When she is not working in the office or giving lectures, she volunteers her time with the "Give Back A Smile" program that helps victims of domestic violence.

Dr. Gerald Meredith believes that dentistry is all about improving the quality of life of his patients. That’s why he ensures that he provides his patients with only high-quality treatments. He completed his dental education at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry Awards. He was voted Best Dentist by Honolulu Magazine between the years of 2014 and 2017.

Dr. Cedric Lewis is the only dentist in Hawaii, and one of only 12 dentists in the country, to be chosen by the American Dental Association Institute for Diversity in Leadership. He was also voted by Honolulu Magazine as one of Hawaii’s Best Dentists through 2008 to 2015. From 2003 to 2021, he was voted Best Dentist in Honolulu Magazine. Dr. Lewis eanrned his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Oregon Health Sciences University. His education provided him with extensive training in anesthesia & pain control, esthetics & implants, cosmetic dentistry, and the diagnosis and treatment of TMJ disorders.

When Dr. Lewis is not working at his practice, he is volunteering for Kokua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services, a dental center with a mentorship program that he helped start for disadvantaged kids. He is also a member of the Hawaii Terry Tanaka Dental Study Group for prosthodontics.