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.

Meet Dr. Fay Sadeghi

Dr. Sadeghi graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Integrative Biology. She continued her education by attending UC San Francisco School of Dentistry and graduated in 2005. Dr. Sadeghi specializes in Family Dentistry and provides high standards of care for both children and adults. Her primary goal is for the optimal oral health of her patients, with an emphasis on disease prevention.

Dr. Sadeghi maintains membership in the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Mateo County Dental Society. She has been a member of Clinical Faculty at University of the Pacific since 2007.

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.

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.

Technology

Here at our practice, we are proud to use the latest technologies to give our patients the best experience and most dramatic results possible. When you come to our practice, you can be sure that you are getting the most advanced care with the latest technology. Our technology includes:

Digital X-Rays

Here at our office, your comfort and safety is our first concern. That is why we utilize digital x-ray technology to help you maintain your healthy, beautiful smile. To take digital x-rays, a tiny camera is inserted into your mouth, and the x-rays are immediately transmitted onto a computer screen. This allows you to see any problems for yourself and decide which treatment option is best for you.

Digital X-rays offer many advantages. Although the risk of radiation damage from normal X-rays is small, digital X-rays limit exposure by 90 percent, enhancing your safety significantly. If you'd like to learn more about digital x-rays, please contact us today!

Microabrasion

If you have discolored or chalky spots on your teeth, microabrasion may be perfect for you. These kinds of discolorations can be the result of numerous things, including infection, childhood illnesses, severe blows made to baby teeth, and excessive ingestion of fluoride.

Microabrasion is used to eliminate stains, blotches, or discolorations on the teeth. During microabrasion, a special compound is rubbed on the teeth to gently and effectively remove shallow stains and discoloration. While there are no guarantees, in most cases discolored teeth can be improved.

If you would like to learn more about microabrasion, please contact Dr. Hamamoto today.

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