Thursday, July 28, 2016

Welcome Back to our Blog!

Drs. Steven and Michelle Okamoto are happy to welcome you back to their blog. Over the next year, we will be embarking on a monthly effort to keep you informed about our practice, community involvements, and the advancements in dental technology and care we plan to bring to our patients. This blog will also be a place where our visitors and patients can get to better know our team and have their oral health questions answered.

In this initial posting on our year long journey, we start with an introduction to our dentists. Our returning patients know how invested our team is in your oral health and wellness and the skill we offer in dental care; however, for new patients and users, we would like to introduce:

Steven K. Okamoto, DDS
Dr. Okamoto is trained in the art of prosthodontics, or restoring damaged and lost teeth with replacements made from a variety of tooth-colored and durable materials. Dr. Okamoto was educated in Southern California at UCLA and is happy to continue caring for patients in the area at his Torrance dental practice. After obtaining his dental doctorate, Dr. Okamoto spent time teaching other oral health professionals and brings that spirit of communication, outreach, and education to daily patient care at our office. With practiced skill in implant dentistry, oral surgery, and sleep apnea treatment, Dr. Steven Okamoto is prepared to care for patients with all manner of dental needs and goals.

Michelle Okamoto, DDS
We are a unique dental practice, with Dr. Steven’s daughter Michelle Okamoto, DDS serving as his partner practitioner. Dr. Michelle’s education includes time spent at such well-known institutions as Pepperdine and UCLA. In her college career, Dr. Michelle has been recognized repeatedly for her leadership and service and carries those commitments through to her philosophy of exceptional patient care. Dr. Michelle has completed additional training in dental surgery and therapies involved in alleviating oral facial pain. Through her work in-office, Dr. Michelle helps patients enjoy healthier and more beautiful smiles each day.

Our Mission Statement

As stated on the face of our website, our mission is to utilize our dentists’ advanced training and education to provide the best care possible, whether that includes incorporating sleep apnea appliances into your dental plan, or providing surgical treatment to ensure best outcomes for implant care. We work to develop trusting patient relationships and cultivate an environment of positivity with a focus on your health and wellness.

Services
As dental professionals, we are committed to restoring patient confidence, wellbeing, and quality of life by improving and protecting your dental health. That goal is served through general preventive care and cleanings, as well as more advanced cosmetic and restorative treatments, which include:
  • Dental Implants
  • All on 4
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Veneers
  • Bone Grafting
  • Sleep Apnea Therapy
Whether you are looking to have a tooth, or all of your teeth, replaced or you are in search of a dental home for twice yearly cleanings and dependable service, Drs. Okamoto are here to help.

Stay Tuned for Updates!
We are excited to bring you more information about our team, services, and dental health as the year progresses. Check back on our blog next month to meet a member of our team or contact our office for additional assistance.