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Hitomi Dentistry
Founded by Dr. Rodney Hitomi in 1972, Hitomi Dentistry remains committed to our patients and our community. As a leading dental clinic, Hitomi Dentistry focuses on comprehensive treatment that starts with oral hygiene education and preventive care.

Dr. Trent Kanemaki and our team of specialists Dr. Dennis DeMesa (general dentist), Dr. Tyler Hendry (periodontist), Dr. Jay Sung (endodontist) pay close attention to each particular case to provide best treatment outcome possible.We're located in El Monte, - center of San Gabriel Valley.
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Preventive care is the most important part of our dental treatment. Each patient's full mouth xrays and periodontal chart are reviewed by our periodontist. After emergency, gum disease, and restorative treatment is complete, we make sure that our patients have hygiene appointments scheduled in advance as recommended every 3, 4 or 6 months.
20 years of international business experience mainly in electronics manufacturing, sales and logistics have given me a unique opportunity to see a different angle of the medical practice process. My transition to the medical field has been strenuous and exciting. I found myself consumed by a new sense of purpose where my focus on quality of care and efficiency provides accountable treatment outcomes.
Our office is proud to support the West Coast Fencing Academy, our local saber-fencing club. Fencing is a popular sport found at elite and Ivy League US Universities, such as Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Notre Dame and many others. We thrive to provide children from San Gabriel Valley with this unique opportunity to learn saber fencing often called physical chess.
University of California Los Angeles, School of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery, 2005. The first line of defense against gum disease is a unique type of cleaning called "scaling and root planing." In this procedure, an ultrasonic cleaning device is used to remove plaque and tartar from your teeth where regular cleaning devices can't reach: under the gum line, on the tooth, and around the root.
Root canal treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal, prevent re-infection of the tooth and save the natural tooth. When undergoing a root canal, inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed.
Reviews (20)
Jenelle M.
Jenelle M.
Dec 27, 2021
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No wait time! If your appointment is at 11:30, you are seen at 11:30. Everyone is super nice and professional literally everyone! The rooms are clean and comfortable to be in! Honestly, the best Dentistry I've been to!
Josue Amaya
Josue Amaya
Dec 15, 2021
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Everyone is really nice and caring. They will help you understand everything clearly. Anna is great at the front desk
Jennifer Ho
Jennifer Ho
Dec 13, 2021
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The staff are friendly, professional, and the care is exceptional! I don’t have insurance and their billing practices are fair and honest. Best dentist office I have ever visited!
Shelley Wong
Shelley Wong
Dec 07, 2021
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Everything went well. Every single employer that I interacted was informative, comforting and kind.
Ricky S.
Ricky S.
Dec 05, 2021
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I was recently in search of a new dental office and this happened to be in-network. I was a bit hesitant finding a new dentist, but decided to give this place a try given the Yelp reviews. THANK YOU fellow Yelpers because you steered me in the right direction again!

I called the office and they helped me set up an appointment quickly. My previous dental office was always crazy packed. I went into the office and was greeted by Anna, Office Manager, who was very pleasant. I made my way into one of the rooms and David, RDH, started the exams. He was very detailed and talked me through the process
Steve Bazinet
Steve Bazinet
Nov 23, 2021
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This office is just plain fantastic the staff are wonderful people. They treat everyone with respect no matter how embarasing your perticular problem is. I wouldn't have nearly the problems with my teeth if i had found this office sooner. Thank you all at Hitomi.
Flavia A.
Flavia A.
Nov 07, 2021
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Hitomi Dentistry is one of the best dental office ever. The Dr. Kanemaki is such intelligent , clean. He saved my daughters molar tooth. She was about to get a root canal and Dr Kanemaki saved her tooth. My son referred me to Dr Kanemaki. I brought myself , I referred a friend from church . I will bring my other two kids and the rest of my friends and family . The staff are so nice specially David. David cleaned my teeth and talked to me while cleaning my teeth . He made me feel like instead of two hours I felt like only half and hour. Serenity is very sweet , and very knowledgable .Mariah and
Teresa Gonzalez
Teresa Gonzalez
Nov 01, 2021
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Excellent customer service and the dentist/staff were so caring. I would definitely refer my friends and family. I special thank you to the front desk Anna and Maggie for taking well care of my family. I special shout out to David Tran for giving us a demonstration on how to probably maintain our teeth healthy. Thank you very much to the whole staff.
Kathy Jewell
Kathy Jewell
Oct 16, 2021
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Friendly staff is great, however I was overcharged for the procedure. I had to involve my insurance company to find out what I should have paid. I was told by front office I should get a refund after my insurance company paid their share. My insurance company has offered to get involved if I don’t receive a refund.
I’ve been going here for over 30 years and never had a problem until now. Very disappointed!!
Mr. W.
Mr. W.
Aug 13, 2021
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I Love Love my dentist office! Everyone is friendly! If your appointment is at 8AM (example) you will be seen at 8 as long as you are not late. I have never waited more than 2 minutes to get seen. Simply amazing, gentle and they always make me feel so comfortable (I'm a big sissy). Thank you for your service.
Kelly Snooks
Kelly Snooks
Jul 23, 2021
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I have been going to Dr Kanemaki's father for pretty much my entire life. Trent used to even practice at that office from time to time. I got new insurance through my work recently and his father's office unfortunately doesn't take my insurance, however Trent's office does. I'm weird when it comes to routine and so not being able to go to the original dentist I've been going to my whole life, I kinda freaked out a bit. So when I found out Trent's office takes it, I made my appointment.
I have to get a lot of stuff done unfortunately but Trent is the next best thing to his dad and I'm excited to
Randall Linch
Randall Linch
Jun 18, 2021
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All the staff were very pleasant and friendly. I arrived early, and the hygienist was ready. He thoroughly and quickly cleaned my teeth while maintaining pleasant conversation. They took a few seconds to schedule my next appointment, and I was done.
Thomas Chau
Thomas Chau
Jun 05, 2021
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New patient here and their process was very smooth. Completed all paperwork via DocuSign prior to visit. Upon arrival for my appointment, was taken straight to the exam room. X-rays, examination & cleaning all took only roughly 1 hour. Everyone was very friendly, thank you and see you in 6 months!
Jb S.
Jb S.
Feb 15, 2021
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Everything was fine until the receptionist mentioned that my insurance was basically a gift card I feel like she was condescending me me and it left a bad taste in my mouth and I probably will not be going back. Not everyone can have the best insurance people have to start somewhere I don't think that the receptionist should give her opinion about anyone's insurance.
Jesus G.
Jesus G.
Sep 29, 2020
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Live a few blocks away so after looking at their reviews I decided to give them a chance. I have always had bad experiences at the dentist office for various reasons. As soon as I walked in the vibe was very friendly and attentive. They made me feel welcome and took care of my issues while at the same time giving me helpful advice for dental care.
Emi Hatanaka
Emi Hatanaka
Jun 06, 2020
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First of all, I would like to say thank you to the entire staffs. They welcomed me as if we know for a long time and comforted me and gave me most kind gesture I’ve never gotten from any other dental offices. From accommodation for the appointments to waiting time and actual treatment time, the fastest service I have ever received. I was very impressed. There was no pain either. Accounting department is also very organized. It’s clearly and simply presented with no confusion. Fees are very reasonable. I appreciate their honest practice and their most interest in patient care. Finally I found
Maria M.
Maria M.
Sep 25, 2019
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I've been going to Hitomi dentistry for over 20 years. The staff is very helpful and accommodating. The place is super clean. Would highly recommend it.
Angela C.
Angela C.
Feb 25, 2019
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They take PPO met life which is why I first decided to come cause this place is near my parents' place but I keep coming back even from the west LA and make the super long drive because I love this office. Anna the receptionist is super professional and friendly, as well as the rest of the staff! I've had so much work done here I can't say enough about everyone. I've never been excited to get teeth cleanings or for dental work but that all changed when I started coming to hitomi. The whole staff is great from the hygienists to assistants, and obviously the main dentist Dr Trent
Justin F.
Justin F.
Dec 17, 2017
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Been my family dentist for years and was always treated right until now. trent is a great dentist but the owner is money hungry .went for a tooth ache that a year ago they said was a reseeding gum line and to brush with pronamel. after $140 for xrays and no work done they say they need to remove three teeth and do lazer treetment at the cost of $8500 dollars? it's been two weeks i am in horrible pain and totaly disappointed in humanity.do yourself a favor do some research this place is a joke and they don't have your best interest.
Brittany A.
Brittany A.
Mar 20, 2015
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I'm picky when it comes to dentists (I actually get a lot of anxiety about dentist appointments), so when I find a good one, I want to share it with anyone who is looking for a positive experience. Dr. Trent Kanemaki and his office really do deserve the 5 star rating!

My children (ages 6 &4) and I got teeth cleanings there and my kids enjoyed their appointments so much that they asked when they could return.

The entire staff, from the front desk to the hygienist to the doc, were all incredibly friendly, which is a big deal to me. The last thing I want is to feel even more uncomfortable