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    Howard M. Nakamura, DDS MS

    4.9 (27 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Dr Nakamura was great with my daughter and explained everything to her. Her teeth look great

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    No one better with a nicer staff. Both our boys have beautiful teeth compliments and Dr. Nakamura!

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    Very sweet, kind doctor. Willing to see daughter urgently. Kind about us constantly changing appointments.

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