Reviews of Jin Yoo DDS of Aina Haina Family Dental (Dentist)

Paula Quartero

My 18 year old son suddenly felt pain in his gums. It was a Friday the day I called Dr. Yoo’s office and it was he who answered the phone. He was concerned and took us in that day at 4:30 pm. He was only able to extract the top two that day. My son was having X-ray discomforts so Dr. Yoo was unable to see the roots of the bottom wisdoms. A panel X-ray was needed from another clinic. We returned to Dr. Yoo with my son’s panel X-ray the following week. It took 2 more visits for the last 2 wisdom extractions. For each extraction Dr. Yoo really took the time to explain what needed to be done. It was a rough experience for my son but through it all, Dr. Yoo and his staff really gained his trust as they remained patient and kind during all 3 visits and after each visit Dr. Yoo even made calls to check how he was doing. I highly recommend Dr. Yoo’s office for wisdom extractions or any other dental procedures.

Cheriejmc Fer

dental heath center refer me to see Dr. Yoo for tooth extraction. before that I change my mind. And I asked Dr. Yoo to look at it and check again to save my tooth. And I was happy that he did redone with the cleaning & filling. including the two tooth. He is knowledgeable, sincere, excellent, very good of giving advice and also he will make sure that everything's okay. I also have no dental insurance. the price is not bad compare my previous. and yes, He is highly recommended.

The Anonymous Hippopotamus

Dr. Yoo and his team are hands down one of the best dentists on the island! As someone who hasn't been to a dentist in over half a decade, I was nervous about the reaction I would get from a dentist after so many years of neglecting my teeth. But Dr.Yoo helped me understand my dental issues and built a game plan to get me back on track. It's just the beginning for me, but Dr.Yoo made these important first steps comfortable and informative

Faith Childers

Very friendly and comfortable atmosphere with knowledgeable staff. They got me an appointment really quick.

James Thomas

His fingers are magical. I wish this guy could be my tooth fairy. Lol But seriously, Dr Yoo is an amazing dentist and the staff are welcoming and friendly. Very professional office. I’ll be going to him until he retires.

Lisa Kuramoto

Dr.Yoo is absolutely AMAZING! From the very first time i met him he would always be smiling and cheerful!! He was genuinely interested in how my day was and how i was doing. He asked me where i was from and learned that he has done his "dental magic" in some very interesting places around the world. He is very friendly and kind to patients and staff which creates a warm welcoming feeling. Dr.Yoo is very efficient and knowledgeable and takes the time to fully explain processes and answer and questions and concerns I may have. He explains what he is doing so i never have to worry about how much longer procedures will take or whats going on. He takes the utmost pride in his quality work, yet he is the most humble and down to earth guy. I can say with 100% confidence that i definitely recommend Dr.Jin Yoo!!!

Yassi Quon

dr. yoo was awesome ! i had to get all four wisdoms out recently and was super anxious, but he made the process so easy and comfortable. he was super nice and thoroughly explained what the procedure entailed and the aftercare process. post surgery, he called to check up three times while i was in the healing process to make sure everything was going smoothly which was super awesome. my family loves him and 10/10 would recommend

koa kan

First time here and I feel like I knew him forever he made me feel really comfortable during the procedure because I’m usually hesitant about dental work. Super happy. Highly recommended. Will be back ASAP for a cleaning. Thank you Dr Yoo!!!!

Eric O

Took my 12 year old there for a general cleaning and X-Ray and was very pleased with his demeanor and professionalism. I will gladly refer my friends and family!

Jessica Ochoa

Dr. Yoo is the BEST! Never have I felt so comfortable ar the dentist. He saved my tooth and for that I'm really thankful. Thank you so much.

Roger Kahale

From the moment I walked in I felt welcomed. Dr.Yoo, his assistant, and the receptionist were so kind and professional. The process of getting my wisdom removed went by real quick and was done so well. When the surgery was over they told me how to take care of my teeth, and even made sure I had the supplies I needed to do so.

Scott Yamane

He fixed my tooth in the front, was fast and gentle. I was done in no time, I recomend him to my friends and family. A+ work.

Andi Ngo

I had previously been going to this physical location for my dental care for over 20 years. It was pure serendipity that my previous dentist retired and Dr. Yoo moved into the same location--and I'm so glad he did. Dr. Yoo is up to date, transparent and thorough, as well as always focused on my care. Maybe it's because he's a lot younger, but aside from updating the furniture, the very first thing I noticed in my first exam is he updated all the offices tools too. He used some new imaging modality on my very first visit and was able to right away see that a few of my decade-plus-old fillings were in need of replacement with decay setting in. I was genuinely surprised at what happened next. What is truly extraordinary about Dr. Yoo is that he doesn't just tell you what you have and expect you to take his word on it alone. As soon as he told me his diagnosis, he had me take a look at his imaging results to actually thoroughly show me how he came to his conclusions. This transparency is present throughout him performing the procedures, too, as he will often stop and offer to show you how he is progressing and what's left to do. By the way, his anesthetizing skills are excellent. At any rate, Dr. Yoo replaced the worst decaying SILVER-filling on my first visit with TOOTH-COLORED composite filling so well that I definitely wanted the rest of my seven other silver fillings replaced (Hawaii, please fluoridate your water). It was here that I learned that he stays open with hours way later than I expected, making scheduling a breeze. And that transparency I talked about earlier? It also carries into billing--he will provide you papers listing most of the procedures he can do, how much they'll cost, how much insurance will cover, and how much your copay will be, all before the procedure. At any rate, I had all of my other fillings replaced at my second visit without any issues. Other than his dental care, I'm really grateful to Dr. Yoo for working with me, a broke medical student, to come up with a financial plan to help cover my procedures such that I could actually afford it. It's not a fake "sale" tactic either since, as I stated earlier, he provides you the estimated costs before your procedure so you can shop around for the best prices, and his truly are the best. As an aside, I also want to mention that the dental hygienist, Jill, remained from my previous dentist, which made the transition a lot more comfortable. She has also very quickly picked up the skills to efficiently operate the new tech Dr. Yoo brought in. Again, Dr. Yoo is very respectful, professional, skilled, and best of all, caring to all of his patients. He wants to make sure that you understand what he is doing so you can make the best decision for your teeth and he'll work with you answering questions and coming up with payment options to make sure you leave happy and healthy. I definitely recommend him as a family dentist. -I've also attached photos of my teeth after having the fillings replaced of my molars (the back two teeth on both left and right sides on both the top and bottom for a total of eight). Again, these fillings are tooth-colored composites making it hardly look like your teeth had cavities. Unfortunately, I didn't have the foresight to take any proper before pictures of my fillings since I never liked them, but I did manage to fine one rare photo where I smile with my mouth open--you can see my bottom jaw's silver-fillings, noticeable even in low resolution.

Precious Precious

This place opened up only a couple months ago!! ... and they accepted my insurance... ... and had openings pretty early... ... and are open until 7pm on some days... Whatttttt??? Anyways, my boyfriend and I were able to book 5pm and 5:45pm appts on Friday. My BF even ran late but they still serviced him at 6pm! As I sat in the chair during my cleaning, I guess I looked tense and petrified. Dr. Yoo kept asking me if I was ok. .. and I kept saying yeah, until he asked me if I was traumatized by a bad experience because I definitely did NOT look ok. It got me thinking, who HASN'T had a bad experience at the dentist?!?!? Thankfully, this experience was definitely the most pleasant one. I loved how he reviewed my xrays with me. Apparently, when I brush I favor my left side. Haha. And I have small decay forming on one tooth YIKES but he said I just need to floss everyday and it will be ok because I have strong bones and good enamel or something like that. (But I don't like flossing) Today is Day 3 of my daily flossing challenge. Wish me luck.

Sarah Kalawa

Dr. Yoo was awesome at extraction.... he worked fast ..and I didn't feel a thing.

Jeremy Hine

Dr. Yoo is our new family dentist. After bouncing around offices for years we saw the good reviews for Dr. Yoo and gave him a try. We found someone who is both kind and knowledgeable and went through exams and cleanings smoothly and also handled our 14 month old son with playfulness and speed which is needed with a squirmy/scared baby on their first dentist visit. Thank you Dr. Yoo for first class service and welcoming us as family. We will see you again soon.

Winston Quartero

Dr. Yoo has a very friendly team, they welcome you with open arms. Dr. Yoo is a good dentist and removed my wisdom teeth, he did well to calm me down and make me feel safe.

Molly Grossman

Went to this dental office for the first time. My family just moved to the island last year and we heard about Dr. Yoo from a friend. I went with with my two kids to get a routine cleaning and our youngest had a cavity to get filled. Dr. Yoo did a great job keeping my son calm and feeling at ease. It was his first visit and everything went so well. I am so happy we found Dr. Yoo and that my kids arent afraid of the dentist.

Diane Lew

Dr. Yoo is very professional and genuinely cares about his patients. He listened to my concerns and came up with a treatment plan that would work best for my invidual case. He took time to answer my questions and throughout my procedure he asked if I was ok and assessed my pain level. He personally called me after my procedure to find out how I was feeling. He is very trustworthy and did not try to sell me services that I did not need. His office staff is very courteous, as well. Dr. Yoo is such an awesome dentist; therefore, I choose to drive approximately 45 minutes each way to Aina Haina Dental.

Allyza Espinosa

They have a very good service. Even kids would be encouraged to go to the dentists because of the excellent service.

Micah from Waipahu

Very quick, very professional. In the beginning before I got my tooth extracted I had a mild anxiety attack, my heart was pounding, my feet and palms were sweaty because I never had my tooth pulled out before, I felt like I was going to faint from how nervous I was but Dr. Yoo made me feel safe and that everything was going to be alright very reassuring and he calmed me down , nice dude. I didn’t feel rushed to control my breathing also very relaxing environment felt like a spa for a second with how clean the place was and with Hawaiian music playing. 10/10 would go back to him to pull my wisdom teeth.

Tammy Ngo

I am very happy with Dr. Yoo’s service and care. He is thoughtful, smart, and professional. I definitely recommend him for anyone looking for a dentist. I used to go to the previous dentist at this location (who is now retired) and the location is very convenient for me, so I decided to visit Dr. Yoo who took over the space. I initially came in for a checkup and I like how Dr. Yoo is very thorough and gives information for each procedure so I’m aware of everything that is going on. During the checkup, I asked if he had any advice/recommendations for my teeth. He mentioned that he is able to remove my silver fillings and replace it with white fillings. That was something I was always interested in, but never saw it as a priority so I always forget to inquire about it before. Since I was very pleased with my checkup experience with Dr. Yoo, I immediately booked an appointment to get white fillings. I am so glad I made that decision, it’s such a nice upgrade (see picture). Throughout the experience, Dr. Yoo was considerate and made sure I was comfortable and satisfied with how my teeth felt. I also like how Dr. Yoo gave me a follow up call the next day to make sure everything felt ok. I feel so confident with my new smile and I am so lucky to have met Dr. Yoo.

Sung Cho

Amazing work! Thank you for making my experience so damn comfortable. I really appreciate giving me options and guiding me on the approach to a brighter smile. I would definitely recommend everyone to go give this office a try.

mac robin

Dr Yoo was quick, gentle and accurate. Maybe the best dentist I've been to. Also affordable. I was referred here by someone and they also had good things to say about him. I highly recommend.

Mahinamakamae Wallace

it’s was a great experience

kanani mieko

I cannot begin to say how amazing the staff was. Dr. Yoo was so kind and gentle. They made me feel welcomed and answered any questions I had. Really nice atmosphere as well. I would

Boostamante 808

I went to this facility and seen dr. Yoo and gotten awesome service. The staff there are very considerate and passionate on what they do. I recommend checking this place out. They will take care of you like family.

Lucia Elmaleh

A couple weeks ago I went for an emergency visit and dr Yoo himself answered the phone. He was able to see me same day and took care of me. I returned a few days later for a cleaning. The office is very cute and dr Yoo gives you his full attention and answers any questions. The cleaning and exam was thorough and I like how he gives me different options for treatment. I never felt rushed or pushed into treatment. Thank you Aina Haina Family Dental and Dr Yoo for your service. I’m super happy to have found you.

mark jay

my teeth looks clean now because of Dr. Jin. thank you so much. He's a good dentist very kind

Paul Kushisaki

It was a pleasant experience meeting Dr. Yoo and staff for the first time this week. He made a very positive impression on me. I look forward to many years of his excellent service....mahalo. I normally don't do reviews but this doctor deserves it. This is the second review for Dr Yoo. He is a very friendly doctor and communicates very well. He explained my options very clearly as well as the pricing. His pricing is very generous. The quality of work is outstanding, fast and painless. He is definitely the BEST. Mahalo Dr. Yoo!!!

Mailelaulii Vickery

Dr. Yoo was very accomodating, informative, and thorough. Our kids were comfortable and his work was effective and efficient, we're very glad we were able to find such a great dentist.

John Bothe

Dr. Yoo and staff are very professional and courteous. Thank you for taking care of my dental needs. Definitely recommend.

Ken L

I recommend Dr. Yoo he has a good dental education, and alot of experience with dental surgery. He is a local boy done good, No Ka 'Oi.

Taeao RTKC

My Aunty Rexie and I just finished her appointment and it was great! We got there a bit early and we were greeted by a man at the reception desk. He was very nice and had my aunty fill out a form while we waited. Another patient came out to speak with him and we realized that he was the dentist! Once the room was ready, the assistant nurse came and escorted aunty to the back. I waited comfortably in the front for less than half an hour. All in all, they're a great office with friendly people.

Audrey Hagiwara

My experience with Dr. Yoo and his staff was excellent. Dr. Yoo is very welcoming, professional, and patient. He took the time to answer all my questions and was very honest with the dental options that were available to me. Highly recommend him and his team. I don’t think you’ll find a better dentist on the island!

Jonathan Yee

Excellent skills, knowledge, and service! Had a crown installed and teeth cleaned by Dr. Yoo. Everything went perfect! He's also upfront about everything. Dr. Yoo has my highest recommendations. I'm even celebrating by chomping down on my favorite kalbi & poke combo from Kyungs! It's all Perfect! Thanks you Dr. Yoo!

Ronnie Chang

I absolutely hate going to the dentist, so much that I didnt go for 7 years and needed a lot of work done. Dr. Yoo and crew are FANTASTIC very little to no pain during all procedures and they let you control the pace. The office is clean and everyone there is so nice! Very easy to get appointments and you never have to wait more then 5 min to be seen. By far the very best dentist i've ever been to, my family and I will never go anywhere else!!!!

Karissa Miura-Yoshitake

Came to Dr. Yoo to get my chipped tooth filling redone since it came off. I used to see the previous dentist in his office, and decided to give Dr. Yoo a try. Plus, Jill was working for him and I really love her! She’s just the best! The office was bright and clean, very welcoming! Dr.Yoo greeted me and it was very comfortable considering I dislike going to the dentist in general. He was very courteous and professional when speaking to me, yet he took the time to get to know me as a person! I feel like when a doctor takes the time to get to know his patients they really care. On top of that, the whole procedure was great, he was gentle and kept explaining to me during the process what was happening and what I might feel. Love that he really takes pride in his work and made sure I was comfortable the whole time! He really made sure I liked the end result and ensured me that if at any time I was unhappy I could come back and he will fix it! I highly recommend Dr. Yoo for your dental needs!

Brittni Cruz

I will definitely recommend Aina Haina Family Dental Dr. Yoo to anyone who is in need for any dental needs . I am beyond thankful for Dr. Yoo & his assistants who help make this urgent first time visit a great one . As I was scrambling at 4:30pm thinking to myself no one is going to be able to help me & my other half as she was in a lot of pain from a cracked tooth . After making many phone calls I finally get referred to Dr. Yoo who takes new patients & walk ins . I called & explain to him what had happen he told me to make it over as soon as I could . I dropped everything & told my other half let’s go I found help . I am so thankful of Dr. Yoo and his team for helping us. Go see Dr. Yoo for your dental needs ! Thank you once again ! Shastine and Brittni .

Chasity Correia

Thank you Dr Yoo for helping my husband Wallace he was in sooo much pain... We called set up an appointment the same day and we were in his office taking care of business... Very clean clinic and kind staff... We will be coming to see Dr Yoo and Aina Haina Family Dental from now on and I highly recommend Dr Yoo for all your dental needs... Thanks again Doc...

Pualani McDurmin

Dr. Yoo is very professional, patient , gentle in cleaning and extracting my tooth. Jill the dental hygienist very thorough and compassionate. The office impeccably clean and soothing with Hawaiian music to listen too. There's refreshing ice water and hot water while waiting with a flat screen t.v. to keep you amuse. I'm happy to have him as my family dentist.

Todd Taira

I always had a phobia of all dental personnel. I needed dental work done and the process was not scary like I thought. My experience = 5 Stars!

Kookie Kim

Great doctor! Will be back for treatment

Bjay Lucky

Was referred to the lovely dr.yoo and miss jill today! By far the fastest dentist visit ever lol got 3 suckers pulled out and i was there for less than 45mins! Dr yoo is great. Funny, fast and super cool! I HIGHLY recommend Aina Haina family dental ! Big thumbs up! Next time I have toothaches iknow where to go

Alan Au

Clean clinic. Good doctor. Beautiful receptionist. Stop by even you don't need your teeth fix. 5 stars..

Jennifer Nakamura

Dr. Jin Yoo was the best. He was welcoming, professional, understanding and kind. I went to him for emergency extractions and plan to come back for routine care. No wait time, no trouble, very smooth process from start to finish!! Nice to find medical professionals who care, and share aloha!

Isabel Jansen

Dr. Yoo is amazing! I’ve always had a phobia of the dentist (i’ve seen a LOT of terrible dentists) but Dr. Yoo really changed how i feel about going to the dentists. He has an amazing staff and all procedures i’ve gotten from him were completely pain free and comfortable.

Alice Byrnes

Dr. Yoo is absolutely amazing. My 6 year old daughter was so scared when she sat in chair but Dr yoo and his assistant were absolutely amazing with her. He was very fast with her root canal and filling. I felt very confident and also at ease. He did an amazing job. The staff at front desk was very friendly. The whole vibe was great. He's amazing definitely suggest h as my fav dentist ever.

Christina LIEN

Honest, friendly and explained the problem(s) and the thing(s) need to be done with patient's approval before proceeding. Very family oriented and understanding.