Meet our team

Dr. Tony Kim is a highly trained general dentist who has focused his studies to tackle complex cases. He is focused on delivering superior dental care while not forgetting that patients want to be comfortable and feel relaxed. A primary focus is the holistic relationship between the health of the mouth and the entire body.

Dr. Kim is a past board member of the Kaimuki Business & Professional Association and enjoys helping the local community.  He also attends Kaimuki Christian Church and faith is one of the most important things he tries to instill in his three children.

He received his Bachelors of Science in Biology at the University of California, Irvine and then received his DDS from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. Since then, he has finished many other advanced courses and continues to stay on top of the latest advances in dentistry.

• Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
• Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists
• Associate Fellow World Clinical Laser Institute

Education

• Graduate from the Esthetic Professionals Comprehensive Esthetic and Restorative Residency
• Graduate from OBI Occlusion residency level 3
• Graduate from the Implant Seminars Mini-residency
• Graduate from the Loma Linda Maxicourse dental implant residency
• Graduate from the United States Dental Institute orthodontic residency

Certification

• Certified for use for the Periolase MVP laser for treatment of periodontal disease
• Certified for safe mercury removal (IAOMT protocol)
• Certified for Invisalign orthodontic treatment
• Trained with use for pharyngometer and rhinometer for obstructive sleep apnea screening

Past and Current Memberships

• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
• International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
• International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists
• American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
• American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Hawaii Dental Association
• Academy of General Dentistry
• International Congress of Oral Implantologists
• World Clinical Laser Institute

He has taken many courses and attended many conferences which cover the relationship between oral and whole body health. Being a biological dentist, Dr. Kim and his family do their best to live a healthy holistic lifestyle by eating well and staying active. You may bump into him and his kids on some of the various hikes (especially Kokohead) around the island or at the beach.

Dr. Dennis Nagata was born and raised in Honolulu. He is a graduate of Iolani School. He was inspired to pursue dentistry by his mother Nancy who worked with the military at Schofield Barracks Dental clinic as a dental assistant. Dr. Nagata received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California in 1979.

Dr. Nagata founded the Hawaii Center for Cosmetic and Laser dentistry in 1979. Dr. Nagata was a former clinical instructor at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies where he helped dentists learn advanced and specialized techniques to help patients in need of complex treatment. He continues to lecture and present cases and participates in numerous post graduate programs.

Dr. Nagata specializes in Comprehensive Cosmetic Dentistry, TMJ problems, Implantology and Sleep Dentistry. Dr. Nagata also is a Premier Provider for Invisalign Clear Aligners. Dr. Nagata has served as a Clinical Instructor at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dr. Nagata’s expertise and dedication combine artistry and technology to give his patients a Smile that exudes Confidence, Beauty and Well-Being. Dr. Nagata is also deeply involved with Sleep Dentistry and is trained and certified to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea using Oral Appliances and Nightlase Snoring Reduction therapy.

In 2018 Dr. Nagata was honored to be inducted into the Pierre Fauchard Academy. The Pierre Fauchard Academy recognizes dentists who uphold the highest standards of professionalism in dentistry and provide excellence in all phases of dentistry for patients and continue to mentor other dentists to strive for excellence in the dental profession.

Dr. Nagata is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry American Dental Association® (Life Member), Hawaii Dental Association, American Academy for Oral-Systemic Health, International Association of Orthodontics, American Academy of Cosmetic Orthodontics, Hawaii Board of Dentistry, The Commission of Dental Competency Assessment, International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, Academy of Laser Dentistry, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. As a general & cosmetic dentist, Dr. Nagata has the skills needed to complete an array of procedures that are simple or complex in nature.

Association and Memberships:

• Hawaii Board of Dentistry
• The Commission of Dental Competency Assessment
• International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
• American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
• Pierre Fauchard Academy