Monday 8:00-5:00
Tuesday 8:00-5:00
Wednesday 8:00-5:00
Thursday 8:00-5:00
Friday 7:00-4:00
Saturday Closed
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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 Makakilo Gentle Dental is conveniently located on Makakilo Drive, next to Makakilo Baptist Church Preschool.
We offer flexible appointment times 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 flexible payment plans and financing available as needed.
Our friendly team of dental professionals is eager to put a smile on your face by providing sincere, compassionate, stress-free care. We offer gentle, personalized family dentistry for patients of all ages. Our skilled team of dentists can help you with all types of general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, oral surgery, teeth whitening, and much more. We also specialize in endodontics, orthodontics, and periodontics.
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 Makakilo Drive. We offer convenient, handicapped-accessible parking. To set up an appointment or for further assistance, please call us at 808-491-6471. 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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About Me
Dr. Lee enjoys making a difference in peoples lives, whether it is easing a patients anxiety, taking them out of pain or improving their smile. Her goal is to provide a caring, comfortable and superior dental treatment so that each visit is an positive dental experience. She feels Dentistry combines creative artistry with the fundamentals of science. Dr. Lee says, “I enjoy working with my hands and thought it was very interesting and unique. Dentistry is so detail oriented–I feel like an artist a lot of the times. Also, I feel honored to be able to help people and improve their health.”
After graduating from University of Hawaii at Manoa, Dr. Lee received her Dental Degree from the NYU School of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, she’s a member of the American Dental Association and the Hawaii Dental Association.
Away from the office, Dr. Lee relaxes in her kitchen by cooking and baking and enjoys reading a good book.
Education
B.S., Biology–University of Hawaii at Manoa
D.D.S.–NYU School of Dentistry
Affiliations
American Dental Association Hawaii Dental Association
D.M.D., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Lee says, “I would like my patients to know that I will listen to their needs and I will provide dental treatments with extreme care.”
“The thing I enjoy most about being a dentist is helping my community with Oral Health and serve those who entrust me with the highest quality of care.”
After graduating from the University of St. Louis, Parks College, Dr. Lee received his Dental Degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association, HCDS and the Hawaii Dental Association.
He was awarded Best Dentist by Honolulu Magazine, 2017 and 2018. Hel also speaks Korean.
Away from the office, Dr. Leex likes golfing with friends, watching movies with my kids, beach activities with my family, and traveling with my wife.
EDUCATION
BSAE–University of St. Louis, Parks College
D.D.S.–University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
HCDS
Hawaii Dental Association
AWARDS
Best Dentist, Honolulu Magazine, 2017 and 2018
Rosemarie Tan
ABOUT ME
Dr. Tan says, ““Patient education is extremely important to me, and I really enjoy interacting with patients. I will spend the time to provide my patients and parents with the ability to make an informed decision about their treatment options.“
Dr. Tan received her B.S. Biology from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She went on to attend the College of Dentistry and obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery. Following her DDS degree, Dr. Tan remained at the University of Illinois at Chicago for three years to complete her specialty training in Advanced Prosthodontics.
Dr. Tan further continued her training and earned a second specialty in Orthodontics from the University of Detroit Mercy in Michigan. Concurrently, she graduated with a Master of Science degree in Oral Sciences. She is the only dentist in Hawaii that is dual trained in both Prosthodontics and Orthodontics. Due to this unique background, Dr. Tan has the ability to treat patients presenting with any degree of complexity.
She has also successfully completed the Board Certification process with the American Board of Orthodontics–the highest level of professional achievement. This challenging certification process is voluntary but is a demonstration of Dr. Tan’s commitment to the pursuit of continued proficiency and excellence in the profession and to the quality of care for her patients.
She is a member of the American Dental Association, Hawaii Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, and the American College of Prosthodontists.
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–University of Illinois at Chicago
D.D.S.–University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry
Advanced Prosthodontics Certificate–University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry
Orthodontics Certificate–University of Detroit Mercy in Michigan
M.S., Oral Sciences–University of Detroit Mercy in Michigan
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
American Board of Orthodontics
Hawaii Dental Association
American Association of Orthodontists
American College of Prosthodontists
D.D.S., General Dentist
ABOUT ME
Dr. Lee was inspired to become a dentist because of the opportunity to combine his love for art and science to make a positive impact on his patient’s health. He likes to take extra time to listen to his patient’s concerns in order to provide individualized care.
Dr. Lee graduated from the College of William and Mary where he majored in Biology. He then went on to receive his D.D.S. degree from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Hawaii Dental Association and Honolulu County Dental Society. He is also fluent in Korean.
EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–College of William and Mary
D.D.S.–University of Maryland School of Dentistry
AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Association
Hawaii Dental Association
Honolulu County Dental Society
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
