Monday 8:00-5:00
Tuesday 8:00-5:00
Wednesday 9:00-6:00
Thursday 9:00-6:00
Friday 8:00-5:00
Saturday 8:00-2:00 (By Appointment)
Includes new patient exam and full mouth X-Rays.
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New patients only. On services of $300 or greater not covered by insurance.
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Flexible payment plans. Including FREE Orthodontic consultation.
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LEARN ABOUT US
The Aiea/Pearlridge Gentle Dental is conveniently located on Pali Momi Street between Kamehameha Highway and Moanalua Road, across the street from Pali Momi Medical Center.
We offer flexible hours for your convenience, including evenings and weekends, and accept most insurance plans. For those without dental insurance, we offer our Gentle Dental Smile Plan that provides low-cost preventive and diagnostic care, as well as discounts of 20 percent or more on most dental treatments. We also have payment plans available as needed.
Our friendly team of dental professionals is eager to put a smile on your face by providing sincere and compassionate care. We offer gentle, personalized family dentistry for patients of all ages, including children’s orthodontics. Our skilled team of dentists can help you with all types of general dentistry, endodontics, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, oral surgery, teeth whitening, and much more.
We pride ourselves on building relationships for life with our patients by providing a great patient experience, open communication, excellent service for all your dental needs, and education to help maintain good oral health and overall well-being. We promise to make you feel valued, respected, and as important as family.
Stop in and see us on Pali Momi Street. We offer convenient, handicapped-accessible parking. To set up an appointment or for further assistance, please call us at 808-491-6472. One of our friendly staff members will be happy to speak with you.
WHO WE ARE
General Dentistry
Our friendly dentists, caring hygienists and helpful staff are here for your whole family.
Orthodontics
Stop hiding your smile. Get the straight teeth you’ve always wanted.
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Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic services will give you the confidence to smile bigger and brighter.
Specialty Dentistry
Our extensive network of neighborhood practitioners makes finding specialists easy.
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Pediatric Dentistry
Give your child the compassionate and thorough care they deserve.
General Dentistry
Our friendly dentists, caring hygienists and helpful staff are here for your whole family.
Orthodontics
Stop hiding your smile. Get the straight teeth you’ve always wanted.
Schedule a free consultation >
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic services will give you the confidence to smile bigger and brighter.
Specialty Dentistry
Our extensive network of neighborhood practitioners makes finding specialists easy.
Pediatric Dentistry
Give your child the compassionate and thorough care they deserve.
Gentle Dental accepts most dental insurance plans and options. If you do not see your insurance plan below, contact us and we will be happy to assist in confirming your existing insurance provider.
If you have dental insurance and are concerned about coverage do not hesitate to reach out to our friendly staff. Our team here at Gentle Dental will help you with any payment or insurance questions you may have and will work closely with you to help you get the most out of your dental plan.
Gentle Dental aims to be as gentle on your wallet as our dentists are when providing treatment. Our professional staff will help you get the most from your dental insurance benefits and explain any deductibles and co-pays to you.
Payment options include cash, major credit cards, discount plans, and private financing.
The Gentle Dental Smile Plan is perfect if you don’t have dental insurance and offers significant savings. The plan has no waiting period, involves no paperwork, and covers all pre-existing conditions.
You can enroll as an individual, couple or family and receive significant discounts on preventative services including exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and x-rays, as well as a host of other dental services. All other services including specialty care such as extractions, root canals, and orthodontics are discounted 20% from our list prices.
The Smile Plan is effective immediately and there are no claim forms to fill out and no maximums. Seniors 62 and older receive additional discounts on enrollment fees and parents can keep children on their family plan until age 26.
Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for everyone to obtain quality dental care at an affordable price.
To sign up or for questions, please visit www.gdsmileplan.com or call us at 800-277-1112.
You can also enroll at one of our locations.
We understand that you don’t always have the cash at hand, that’s why we accept most major credit cards and offer flexible financing options which can be helpful if you require more extensive work, orthodontics, or cosmetic procedures that aren’t covered by insurance. These plans can offer:
We want to make paying for dental services as easy as possible. For more information, call us toll-free at 1-800-GENTLE1 to get in touch with the Gentle Dental Office in your neighborhood.
Going to the dentist should fit your schedule, not the other way around. We’ll get to know you and your family, work with your calendar, and keep things quick, simple, and thorough.
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D.D.S. Oral Surgeon
D.M.D., General Dentist
D.D.S., M.S.D. Periodontics
About Me
For Dr. Rick Holguin, dentistry is an excellent combination of science and hands-on artistry. He appreciates being able to help others improve their health and appearance with nearly immediate results, and works closely with his patients in a respectful manner. Specifically, he tries to explain information clearly and to present all available options so that patients can decide themselves what is best.
Dr. Holguin received both his Bachelor’s and D.D.S. degrees from UCLA. He spent an additional three years in training to complete his General Practice Residency at the St. Francis Medical Center, Master of Science in Dentistry degree at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, and Certificate in Periodontology at the Veteran’s Administration Medical Center. He is a former faculty member of the University of Hawaii Department of Dental Hygiene, and a current member of the American Academy of Periodontology.
Dr. Holguin has two beautiful daughters and values the balanced life dentistry affords him. He has many interests outside of the office, including golf, cars, and traveling. He enjoys professional baseball, hockey, and basketball, and he travels to the Staples Center several times each year to watch his favorite team, the LA Lakers.
Education
B.S., Biology – UCLA
D.D.S. – UCLA School of Dentistry
G.P.R. – St. Francis Medical Center
M.S.D. – Indiana University School of Dentistry
Certificate, Periodontology – Veteran’s Administration Medical Center
Affiliations
American Academy of Periodontology
D.D.S., General Dentist
D.D.S., M.D.S., Orthodontist
When asked what attracted Dr. Lee to dentistry, she responded “I grew up watching my dad donate his services as a dental technician to patients with disability. I saw how his work can directly impact one’s quality of life and happiness. I wanted to follow his steps and support the community with my career. That’s how I was drawn to dentistry.”
After graduating from Rutgers University with a Major in Chemistry, Dr. Lee attended dental school at New York University and received her Certification in Orthodontics with a Master of Dental Science from the University of Pittsburgh.
Dr. Lee says “One day, my patient hugged me and said, “Dr. Lee thank you. I can smile in front of my family and friends now.” Changing one’s smile can drastically improve both oral function and confidence. The joy I see in my patients energizes me to work harder and better everyday. It’s truly a gratifying career”.
In her free time, she likes to play the piano and sing. She finds herself often passing the time reading self-help books. She also enjoys snowboarding and playing tennis.
Education
B.S., Chemistry – Rutgers University
D.D.S.– New York University
Certification in Orthodontics and Master of Dental Science – University of Pittsburgh
Affiliations
American Association of Orthodontists
