Best Dentists Near Me in Waimea, Hawaii
Dentistry • Waimea, HI
Clinic Type
Dentistry
Address
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Phone
+1(808)%20930-2707
KTEXEIRA@HAMAKUA-HEALTH.ORG
Opening Hours
Standard Business Hours
Services Offered
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Insurance & Payment
Delta Dental network; participation may vary by dentist; verify with individual dentist
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye (North Hawaii Dental LLC): 5.0/5.0 (55)
- WebMD (Dr. Leesa Miyasato): 5.0/5.0 (150)
- Birdeye (Waimea Oral Surgery: Dr. Joan Greco): 4.9/5.0 (177)
- Yelp (Mauna Family Dental): 4.8/5.0 (12)
- Yelp (Sagawa Dental): 5.0/5.0 (6)
Patients praise
- Professional, friendly, and accommodating staff
- Gentle, skilled, and reassuring dentists
- Clean, comfortable, and modern office environments
- Effective communication regarding procedures to reduce patient anxiety
- Pain-free or low-pain experiences for complex procedures
Common complaints
- Occasional complexity in treating advanced dental disease (e.g., periodontal disease where root canals may not be possible)
"Dr. Meyers is a skilled dentist who takes time with her patients. The entire staff is professional, friendly and awesome."
— Birdeye (North Hawaii Dental LLC)"I was very anxious about finding a new dentist and hygienist but Dr Leesa’s whole office was incredibly kind and understanding about my anxiety and nervousness. My cleaning was through and way less painful than other experiences I had elsewhere."
— WebMD (Dr. Leesa Miyasato)"I was very anxious about having a wisdom tooth removed... I felt safe every step of the way. I am so grateful for Dr. Greco. Her presence is very calming and she is kind and gentle."
— Birdeye (Waimea Oral Surgery: Dr. Joan Greco)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Waimea Dental Studio Announces Opening of New Dental Practice in Waimea, HI — Mar 12, 2026
- Big Island Oral Surgery Sets New Standard for Dental Implant Tooth Replacement and Oral Surgery Services in Hawaii — Jul 5, 2026
- Ohana Dental Announces New Website for Its Kahala, Kahului, and Waipahu Locations — Mar 12, 2026
- Keiki Smiles of Leeward Opens New Pediatric Dental Office in Waipahu, HI - Third News — Nov 13, 2025
- First responders honored in Waimea - Hawaii Tribune-Herald — Dec 19, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More dentistry clinics in Waimea
Waimea Smiles is a small, family-oriented dental practice based in Kamuela, Hawaii. Founded in 1999 by Dr. Leesa Miyasato, the clinic emphasizes gentle, comprehensive dental care for families and has since updated under new owners Dr. Maureen Rizk and Dr. Adam Long, who aim to continue the patient-first legacy. The practice operates from the Carter Professional Center on Mamalahoa Highway and highlights enhanced infection control, patient comfort options (outdoor seating), and a focus on broad dental services. Key details: - Location: Kamuela, Hawaii (Mamalahoa Hwy, Carter Professional Center) - Ownership: Private; formerly Dr. Leesa Miyasato, now Dr. Maureen Rizk and Dr. Adam Long - Services: General dentistry and related cosmetic/dental care (family dentistry, cleanings, fillings, crowns, implants, Invisalign, veneers, etc.) - Contact: info@waimeasmiles.com; (808) 887-8801 - Website: waimeasmiles.com - Website stats: low monthly traffic; 1 employee listed; serves primarily United States patients If you’re seeking a long-standing Kamuela dentist with a family-friendly approach and updated safety measures, Waimea Smiles is positioned as a local option.
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