Ricky M Tsuhako, DDS
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Ricky M Tsuhako, DDS
Good dental health starts with gathering as much information about your mouth. We will listen to your concerns and work together with you to achieve your treatment goals. Our goal is to provide the best dental care while respecting our patient's cost concerns. Achieving bright smiles sometimes consist of very conservative treatment to the full range of the latest cosmetic treatment.

We promote regular overall cleaning and check-ups to monitor our patient's progress. We routinely recommend re-checks every 6 months, but it could be less than that depending on the individual patient needs. We do everything possible to ensure the very best outcome. A healthy mouth and strong teeth are one part of a person's overall health.
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Since they bond to the tooth, composite (tooth colored) fillings restore more of the original strength of the tooth. Silver fillings weaken the teeth, making them more susceptible to breaking. Since broken teeth are very expensive to restore, composites can save a lot of expense over the long run. Teeth restored with white fillings are less sensitive to hot and cold than teeth restored with amalgam, if correct techniques are used.
Dr Tsuhako has been in the practice of dentistry for over 26 years. In 1986 he graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Indiana University School of Dentistry. After graduating, Dr Tsuhako returned home to Oahu to practice dentistry. Dr Tsuhako always takes great pride in his work and his number one priority is his patient's comfort.
Do you accept my insurance plan? Our office accept most insurances; local as well as mainland, and will file your claim for you. Insurance payments usually take about 2-3 weeks. The patient is responsible for any amount insurance does not cover. We are Participating Providers for: HDS, HMSA, Delta, and United Concordia and accept MetLife, Cigna, Blue Cross, Prudential, Aetna, UHA, Tri Care, United Care, SDP 500.
Reviews (14)
Kimo J.
Kimo J.
Jan 17, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Tsuhako since 1996. He's great and so is his office staff Cindy and Sandy.
Hazel I.
Hazel I.
Dec 16, 2019
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Dr. Ricky became our new family dentist recently and we are so impressed with his thorough and thoughtful care for our teeth! One child needed some significant and unexpected work done, and Dr Ricky, Sandy and team have been just AMAZING. Thank you, Dr. Ricky!
Ashli C.
Ashli C.
Apr 15, 2019
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Office staff are really nice and Dr. tsuhako is very friendly and patient. During my procedure he made sure I wasnt in any pain and when I was he promptly took care of it. I will definitely make him my go to for any of my dental needs!!!!
Jennifer C.
Jennifer C.
Jan 22, 2019
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They're so great here that I actually feel bad that they have me as a patient. I'm terrible with appointments and for some reason I ALWAYS forget my dentist appointments. And normally, most staff and practitioners could care less, as long as they're getting paid and you're getting charged the no show fee but not here. They care here and it shows. I don't remember their names but the two receptionists are outstanding. They always do their best to accommodate my crazy hectic schedule and I am so appreciative. You can tell that they love what they do and it's a shame
Kaila A.
Kaila A.
Nov 14, 2018
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Friendly staff. Answered all of my questions about paying out of pocket versus insurance. Good visit. I'll go back for my next dental appointment.
Mark Y.
Mark Y.
Nov 08, 2018
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My regular dentist moved to the Ala Moana building and is about to retire. I thought I'd might as well find one closer to Pearl City and checked Yelp (of course) for highly rated dentists in the area. Turns out that Dr. Tsuhako is my classmate's brother and the receptionist's cousin lives on my street. Coincidence? I think not. Anyway after filling out a form, Lori, the hygienist x-rayed me, checked my teeth for decay and cleaned my teeth. She used a very painless device called a cavitron to remove calculus and plaque. She was very gentle - yeah, I'm a total wuss when
Tamera H.
Tamera H.
Nov 29, 2017
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.not coming back to this dentistry after ending up going to the hospital. And wasn't prescribed pain meds after tooth taken out. Thanks for pulling my tooth out and blowing up my phone even when I repeatedly said I don't have money at the moment but will pay ASAP ...
Aggie L.
Aggie L.
Aug 25, 2017
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I would highly recommend this office to anyone who's looking for good customer service as wells as the Doctor . Thank you Dr. Tsuhako and Staff for taking care of my family during their time of visit. I wasn't referred by anyone I found Dr.Tsuhako on yelp with five star reviews and yes it's true,check them out. Big Thank You to Cindy and Sandy for always getting back with me and my million questions and concerns.
Arnel B.
Arnel B.
Mar 25, 2017
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Dr. Ricky is awesome expllaibs the procedurebefore proceding. Always a good calming down for me on my visits.
Yelp J.
Yelp J.
Jan 29, 2017
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I've only been here once for a regular check up. The woman at the front was very helpful to me. My husband went with Dr. Ricky while I went w Hygienists Lori. They both were informative, gentle and kind. Thank you!
Moana-Marie N.
Moana-Marie N.
Dec 29, 2016
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I normally hate going to the dentist, but going to Dr. Tsuhako's office for my dental needs is always a pleasure! Everybody is always very friendly and welcoming and the dental hygienists are fun to talk to. Dr. Tsuhako is extremely knowledgeable and is always able to answer all of my questions and give me the help that I need. Everybody here really makes you feel that they care about your dental health. A few years ago, I had some problems with tooth sensitivity and they were able to see me right away. I found out that I had some issues with my fillings and they were able to point me
Catherine G.
Catherine G.
Jun 17, 2015
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Now, if finding a good doctor was as easy as finding a good dentist...

Since moving, I've been meaning to find a dentist in time for my 6 month check up but then over the weekend my tooth started to hurt... or so I thought it was my tooth.... just somewhere in my left side... lol. Anyway, called in and spoke to an awesome clerk who not only helped set up an appointment in a timely manner, discussed insurance and even provided excellent directions on how to get to the facility.

I don't recall having anything go so well before when it comes to medical appointments. You're always
Skylar R.
Skylar R.
May 13, 2015
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I tried this place because of yelp reviews and I can honestly say it was worth it! They were fantastic. I have not gone to the dentists in over 7 years and they were amazing no pain and super gentle. They communicated with me the entire time and let me ask any questions I had. I def will be coming back and already recommended them to people!!
Leslie Rae P.
Leslie Rae P.
Aug 02, 2013
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Having moved back home a few years ago from Los Angeles. I had a very hard time searching for the right dentist. I have been to many dentist before. My last dentist was all the way in Ala Moana and he was quite expensive! Hence the reason I did not see the point of returning back to his office to complete the work that he said I needed.

In current events my husband (USAF Officer) is PCSing overseas and requires that I get medically cleared. I needed to find a dentist in order to complete my dental clearance. I checked Tricare for civilian dentist who accepts both my dual dental insurance. I wanted