I came in with a list of issues and the doctor went through each one with patience. They made notes and gave clear feedback on what could be causing some of the symptoms. The nurse was also polite and kept things moving well. Felt heard and respected during the whole visit. read more

My family has been going to him since I was a child. Always felt safe and in good hands with his down to earth warm personality. He has always be trueful and great at fixing everything. Now its time to have my wife go for grade "A" service read more

I've been going to him for years, recommended by my sister a retired hygienist who knows many dentist in the valley...he is low key, competent and aware of patients concerns and interest. The practice is very stable...not turning over assistants or hygienist every 6 months. Appointments are easy to get, and there is never a glitch. read more

Dr. Hamako is an excellent dentist who cares about his patients' well-being and knows his practice very well. His staff are just as friendly and caring when it comes to booking appointments and arranging insurance claims. Why I can smile +'s: + I have been fortunate to be a patient of Dr. Hamako and his team for almost 20 years. He has been very patient in explaining any issues (cavity, tooth reabsorption, etc) that I have experienced. His calm demeanor allows me to relax and understand the dental problems that may be erupting. + Billing is never a nightmare. I check-in and check-out, wait for my bill after insurance has paid and pay over the phone. + Charges are always upfront. + Dental hygienists are always gentle and thorough. Don't want to jinx myself but I haven't had a cavity since I started seeing Dr. Hamako. Of course I have to do my bit like floss and brush. They're not magicians. + Dr. Hamako helped me in a bind with my scheduling and fixed my teeth during his lunch break. This should not be the standard especially if it's not an emergency. There are no negatives to relay. I don't believe in calling out something unless it's consistent. Overall I highly recommend Dr. Hamako and his staff. My entire family goes to see him and that's because he is trustworthy and thorough. Those are must-haves when I am looking for someone to take care of my smile. read more

I am a new patient of Dr. Hamako, and have only been to see him once, but I'm very pleased with his operation. The staff are friendly and relaxed, the hygienist really knew her stuff, and the doctor was kind to me even though I'm crazy. Here's the story. One evening while flossing I notice a brown spot on the side of one molar. Realizing that it's been, gosh, a year or so since I've been to a dentist, I immediately conclude that my teeth are rotting out of my head. I learned of Dr. Hamako through a friend who has been a client for years. I called on a Thursday, told them my worries, and they got me in to see the good Doctor on Monday. Monday comes, I've cleared my afternoon calendar in anticipation of having major repairs done. I arrive and plop into the purple Naugahyde dental chair, he begins gloving up as I pull back my gum and point to the offending spot. I tried to sound rational, but it must have been obvious that I was worried sick about this enamel cancer and how far it may have progressed. He glanced at it and, before even getting his second glove on, said "That's a stain. You're fine." Oh, of course. I knew that. He did a quick tour de bouche and proclaimed that there isn't a thing wrong anywhere. So, he was kind, the office staff was kind, and I ended up with some free time. I recommend it. read more

Dr. Hamako and his staff are fabulous!!! I had years of experiences that made me feel like I was 10 years old. Very painful and unpleasant. Dr. Hamako is amazing! Always a positive experience even if we are doing something that I would expect pain, he somehow keeps it manageable, and really quite pleasant. I love going to the dentist now, and that means alot now that I am a mom and don't want to give my child bad ideas about a necessary aspect of life. The hygienists are tremendous as well. Highly recommend Dr. Hamako DDS to everyone!!! read more

Dr. Hamako is super skillful: I have little pain or discomfort when he's working, and the results are top quality. He's calm and patient. When there are alternatives, he lays them out clearly, offers advice and leaves the decision to me. He has a low impact philosophy: he's ready to do work that will have real benefit, but often advises 'let's wait and see' if I'm basically OK and likely won't get worse. The hygienists are also calm, patient and get the job done with minimal discomfort. The staff handle appointments and insurance efficiently, with no fuss. Routine appointments must be scheduled months in advance, but they sometimes call and offer an immediate appointment when someone cancels. For emergencies I can get an appointment within a day or two. read more

Dr. Hamako and his staff are excellent. They are careful and never suggest a procedure you don't need (even x-rays). The office is great. I would absolutely recommend them. The only caveat is they seem to be less kid-friendly. When I brought my daughter in to check on a painful tooth, they were nice, but I felt the need to keep shushing her when she talked (the office is so quiet and mostly older patients). I will probably wait a while before bringing her in regularly. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Hamako since I was about 8 years old and I keep going back (as does my whole family). He's gentle, friendly, relaxed, and has the steadiest hands you've ever seen. He works on you with the most amazing finesse - you don't even realize he has several fingers in your mouth. Along with his relaxed demeanor, he's patient, listens and explains things well. I didn't really appreciate his skill until I moved away for school and tried a couple other recommended dentists who turned out to be gorillas by comparison. Having someone work in your mouth can be a rough experience but Dr. Hamako and his talented staff actually makes it very pleasant. read more

I was Dr Hamako's patient for some 30 years. What I appreciate most is his patience and skill in getting (in my case, a cap) work done precisely right, fitting perfectly. And yes, he is calm, gentle, and takes the time to explain exactly what needs to be done. I have moved out of the area, and hope to find a dentist as skilled and caring as Ron Hamako is! read more

I have been a patient of Ron Hamako for over 25 years. He is a very good dentist. His staff is helpful, he is personally very calm and explains things simply and clearly, and he is a nice guy. They manage appointments very well, and are always flexible and helpful. There are never any billing problems - they are great in dealing with all kinds of insurance. They recently upgraded to more advanced teeth cleaning equipment which I like (some kind of sonar, but a lot less time and teeth scratching with the old picks and shovels, if you know what I mean). Ron to me is just one of the good guys in the medical/dental business. He does this because he enjoys it, he has no ego at all, and he does it very well. While I will be honest and say visits to the dentist have never been my favorite thing in life, Ron makes it as painless as I think it will ever be. read more

I originally started going to Dr. Hamako's predecessor Dr. Mitts Fukumura. Since his retirement and taking my dental needs to Dr. Hamako, it has been nothing but great service, and even with my argumentative self, Dr. Hamako has always been the professional, and for that reason and the great service his office provides I can give this high rating. If not for Dr. Hamako, I would probably be with less teeth. Thank you for over 25 years of outstanding service. I know mouths like mine can be a challenge! read more

Five stars all the way for Ron and his staff. I've been with him for +35 years. He's always been fair in his pricing, generous in his recommendations to other five star dental specialists. Don't hesitate to visit Ron Hamako's office. Especially if you like lavendar. read more

There was a time when Dr. Hamako was the best dentist I've ever had. However, over the years my opinion of him and more so his staff has declined dramatically. While still within the bounds of being reasonable, his staff has been low-key rude on a repeated basis. One of his dental assistants was so unpleasant I stopped getting any dental care for a couple of years. One example of a recent minor incident was a billing issue where my insurance company refused coverage. It was the same insurer I had had for a few years and they had always paid before. The staff sent me an email saying payment was declined and they demanded that I bring a payment by the following day. I considered this pretty rude considering that I had been a patient for about a decade, plus we were talking about $46. While Dr. Hamako was usually very good about explaining what was going with any dental issues, he has become more dismissive of dental complaints and one of those type of doctors who wants you to wait a couple weeks to see what happens. Anyway, I am seeking a new dentist. Dr. Hamako is a very nice person and I hate to switch to another dentist, but the quality of his office staff has really declined as has Dr. Hamako's apparent concern for patients dental concerns. read more

Been a patient here for over 15 years when I first moved back to the area. Dr Hamako is not just calm, nice, and professional; he is tremendously honest. He's referred me out to great specialists when he feels it's beyond his reach. He has never pushed expensive treatments. And he's fixed every dental issue I've ever had. read more

I've been going to Ron for about sixteen years. A couple times I went in with a complaint and both times he determined it was something other than a tooth problem. I'm sure a lot of dentists wouldn't let someone with a complaint out of their office without a nice expensive procedure, but you can trust Ron not to do any work you don't need. Only trouble is, he's so well liked, sometimes it's hard to get in. I'd rather wait in line for a good dentist than take pot luck with someone else. My last dentist transferred his practice to Oak Grove or something, and I used to rent a plane and fly up there to get treated by him. Ron is in the same caliber. I'd travel a good distance to see him if either of us moved away. Also, never had any pain. He's real gentle. read more

His billing office uses typical bullying techniques.....sending a letter threatening immediate action over an $18.80 charge. I thought my account was up to date as it was the first letter from the office letting me know otherwise. read more

Once you find a good dentist, you hang on for dear life! There is a reason many of his clients have been with Dr. Hamako for so long. I've been seeing him for 30+ years. A professional, pleasant and calm presence is essential in a great dentist, and Dr. Hamako possesses all three qualities in abundance. His staff is excellent as well. read more

I came to Dr. Hamako quite a few years ago after my former dentist wanted to do x-rays and fill cavities that didn't exist. Dr. Hamako takes the minimum of x-rays and is very conservative in filling cavities. He is willing to wait and watch until next time if the cavity is just a small spot that hasn't grown since the last visit. I recently chipped a tooth and had to have a crown made. Dr. Hamako was extremely careful to make sure that the new crown fit perfectly. I've had the new crown about two weeks now and there is absolutely no difference in my bite or in the way the tooth feels in my mouth. It is as good and probably much better that the original before the crack happened. I'd recommend Dr. Hamako to anyone who wants the best dental care in our area. read more

My family and I have been patients of Dr. Hamako for about eight years now, and he is the best! When you walk in to his office, it feels like you're walking in to a resort in Hawai'i. The decor, the pleasantness of all of his staff is great, and my daughters say that "the purple chairs rock! Dr. Hamako does excellent work, and takes the time to know his patients. Thank you for taking care of our teeth! read more

Dr. Hamako has been my dentist for over 30 years. There is no finer dentist or office staff anywhere. Honesty, excellent work, whatever else can be said. The best! read more