Meet Dr. Kris Hamamoto

Dr. Kris Hamamoto graduated from the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry in 1991. She entered the United States Navy in 1993 and toured San Diego and Sasebo, Japan. When her service in the Navy ended in 1996, she began practicing dentistry full time and is now the owner of her Palo Alto practice. Dr. Hamamoto is dedicated to continuing her education so she can provide the most up to date dental procedures. In 2001, she graduated from PAC-live (Pacific Aesthetic Continuum), the nation’s premier, hands-on, live patient continuing education program. Dr. Hamamoto has been a member of the California Dental Association (CDA) and the American Dental Association (ADA) since graduation. She is married and has one child. Dr. Hamamoto enjoys the outdoors and ran the Honolulu Marathon in 1979 and 2000.

Dr. Kris Hamamoto has deticated her entire life to dentistry since the age of 15 working at the same office she practices in now. A passion that has never left her.

Other Education

• 2010 Treatment Planning Diagnostically Driven by John Kois
• 2008 Implant Dentistry Continum by Arun Garg
• 2006 Facially Generated Treatment Planning by Frank Spear
• 2003 Fast Track Hands-On Lab Course by Stephen Buchanan
• 2002 Continual training by Dr. Hatasaka on TMJ splint therapy

Meet Dr. Jeremy Ueno

Evidence of the link between oral and systemic disease has been well established and therefore, we believe that it is especially important for you to have regular check-ups and maintain your regular cleanings to diagnose and prevent the progression of gingivitis (gum disease) and periodontitis (disease of the supporting bone). Periodontitis has been linked to stroke, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, diabetes, kidney disease, respiratory disease, osteoporosis, pre-term and low birth weight babies and more systemic links are being discovered annually. Because of this issue, we are also pleased to be able to offer an in-house periodontist, Dr. Jeremy Ueno, a graduate of the prestigious periodontal program at Columbia University in New York City, to address your periodontal concerns and needs. He specializes in the treatment of periodontal disease, and performs oral plastic surgery for gummy smiles, receding gums and the replacement of missing teeth with dental implants.

Meet Carol Wilcox and Anne Starr

Carol Wilcox and Anne Starr (Receptionists) are the first contact persons. Carol is our Finance Coordinator and Anne is our scheduling coordinator.

Meet Dottie Nosce and Josephine Cinco

Dottie Nosce and Josephine Cinco graduated from Centro Escolar University Dental School in the Philipines. They are Registered Dental Assistants.

Meet Audrey Doocy

Audrey Doocy (Hygienist) has worked for over 20 years at our office. She is a grandmother and loves life.

Meet Angelisa Hauch

Angelisa Hauch has been working for 3 years at our office. She has two boys that keep her busy.

Meet Linda Swick

Linda Swick has worked at this office for over 25 years. She lives in Salinas and loves to cook.

Meet Bianca Walhstrom

Bianca Walhstrom has helped me since high school graduation – over 10 years.

Meet Dr. Kohei Morita

Dr. Kohei Morita graduated from New York University College of Dentisty, New York and finished training from Jamaica Hospital Dentistry Residency in New York in 2009. He likes to travel and play golf and basketball.

Meet Dr. Jon Nishikubo

Dr. Jon Nishikubo graduated from University of Pacitic.

Our Office

Dr. Hamamoto and her personable staff pride themselves on their patient-centered practice. Together, they provide the highest quality dentistry for people of all ages. Through an equal commitment to cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry techniques and with the latest technology, they create healthy smiles for every patient they treat.

We have earned the loyalty of our patients through our commitment to providing beautiful, natural smiles. Two of our hygienists have been with the office for more than 20 years, and Dr. Hamamoto herself has worked in the office since she was 15. The long retention of staff results in a warm and friendly atmosphere and helps us to establish long-term relationships with each of our patients.

We are committed to upholding the highest infection control standards and environmental safety. We utilize amalgam trap systems and employ a waste company to eliminate hazardous materials.

If you would like to learn more about our Palo Alto practice, or if you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hamamoto, please contact us today.