April 29, 2020
Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety. As Hawaii starts to ease COVID-19 stay-at-home restrictions, we will continue to make patient safety our top priority.
Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example:
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Our office will communicate with you beforehand to ask some screening questions. You’ll be asked those same questions again when you are in the office.
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We have hand sanitizer that we will ask you to use when you enter the office. You will also find some in the reception area and other places in the office for you to use as needed.
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You may see that our waiting room will no longer offer magazines, children’s toys and so forth, since those items are difficult to clean and disinfect. The check-in and check-out windows now have plexiglass partitions.
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Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients. That might mean that you’re offered fewer options for scheduling your appointment.
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We will do our best to allow greater time between patients to reduce waiting times for you, as well as to reduce the number of patients in the reception area at any one time.
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We have always sanitized every room between patients, but we have increased our efforts by cleaning all touched surfaces including counter-tops, waiting room chairs and doorknobs between patients to keep everyone safe.
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The waiting room and treatment rooms are equipped with HEPA air filtration units that filter the air 5 times every hour, in every room! Additionally, we have installed the OsoPure ADP-70 Air Disinfection Purifier that utilizes technology commonly used in hospital HVAC systems called Photocatalytic Oxidation.
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For your convenience, we now have a 24/7 online scheduling service for your cleaning appointments.
We look forward to seeing you and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take to keep you, and every patient, safe in our practice.
Aloha,
Dr. Takagi and Team
IMPLANT
DENTISTRY
ABOUT
BrennanTakagiDDS is a comprehensive family dental practice serving Honolulu, Hawaii. We are committed to our mission to provide “Dentistry with Aloha”. Our caring team will help you to feel comfortable while we achieve your goal of a healthy smile!
Learn more about the ways that visiting a dentist regularly can benefit you by contacting BrennanTakagiDDS today.
SERVICES
General Dentistry
We believe our patients deserve to have access to the most advanced dental care available.
Dental Fillings
When you have cavities, you need a dentist who can provide strong, reliable fillings as treatment.
Restorative Dentistry
A missing or damaged tooth can do more than just make chewing uncomfortable... it can have esthetic implications as well.
Implant Dentistry and Dentures
One of the most permanent forms of restorative dentistry that is done to replace either a single tooth or multiple missing teeth.
Family Dentistry
At Brennan Takagi DDS, we offer convenient scheduling so you and your family can visit us together.
Teeth Whitening
No longer a treatment for movie stars and brides, professional teeth whitening is an extremely popular procedure in cosmetic dentistry.
QUALIFICATIONS
Did you know...
People who drink 3 or more glasses of soda each day have 62% more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than others!
American Dental Association (ADA)
Hawaii Dental Association
Academy of Operative Dentistry (AOD)
2016 AOD Student Achievement Award
Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
A+ Rating With the BBB
2016 Nebraska AGD Student Award Winner
STAFF
Jade
Dental Hygienist
Jade was born and raised on O’ahu. Jade attended University of Hawai’i at Mānoa and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene in 2016. Jade joined us soon after graduating, and has become an integral member of the team. Jade loves being a hygienist because it gives her the opportunity to get to know each patient and she takes pride in helping them develop a home care regimen through educating in oral hygiene instructions.
In her spare time Jade loves spending quality time with her friends, going out to eat and doing outdoor activities.
Dr. Brennan N. Takagi
Dentist
Dr. Takagi was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and attended 'Iolani School class of 2004. He completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at The Colorado College and a Master of Science in Developmental Biology at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. During his MS program, he conducted genetic research on the development of Cleft Lip and Palate Syndrome. Dr. Takagi obtained his D.D.S from Creighton University School of Dentistry where he received honors from the Academy of General Dentistry and the Academy of Operative Dentistry for “exhibiting remarkable potential on becoming an outstanding general dentist” and “exemplifying outstanding achievement in operative dentistry”, respectively.
In 2016, he received the AGD Student Award from the Nebraska Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Takagi recently moved back to Hawaii with his wife, Molly, who is a teacher at Punahou School. His hobbies include surfing, golfing, cooking, hiking, diving, fine arts (graphite drawing), traveling and camping.
Raena
Dental Hygienist
Raena has a running joke with some of her patients that they would not be able to recognize her without her mask on and thus we decided we can’t give her true identity away (hence the masked picture). Raena grew up here on O’ahu and attended University of Hawai’i at Mānoa receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene in 1998. Raena joined this practice in 1999 with Dr. Tina Tom and is the foundation of our hygiene program. She believes that patient relationships are the key to great dental visits and understands and relates to those who are apprehensive about dentistry.
Raena is an active mom, volunteering in her spare time at school functions and is busy being the “Uber driver” of her three kids to all their sport and extracurricular activities.
Sherry
Dental Assistant
Sherry grew up in Oregon and went to college at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, NV. She received her certificate in Dental Assisting in 1999. She moved to Honolulu, HI in August of 1999. Sherry has a passion helping and serving others and believes in providing the best possible experience for each patient by helping them feel comfortable in the dental chair. Sherry has been part of our team since 2013 with a year living in Oregon where she completed training in dental expanded functions and received a certificate in dental radiology. Sherry is glad to be back home in Hawai’i and with this great team.
In her spare time Sherry loves spending time with her two children outdoors, hiking and geocaching and cheering them on at soccer games.
Bonnie
Front Office Manager/
Scheduling Coordinator
Bonnie was born and raised on O’ahu. She received her college certificate for Bank Teller Operations but quickly found her way into the dental field and has accumulated more than 17 years of experience in office management, dental insurance management, and treatment coordination. She is happy to be a part of an amazing team that cares for each and every patient. It is with her friendly smile that you will be greeted when you walk in.
When not in the office, Bonnie loves spending time with her family and watching her grandkids.
HAPPY CLIENTS
"Dr. Takagi makes every visit worthwhile. I've been impressed with his knowledge, technical skills, and warm chair-side manner. He's the consummate professional but is also down-to-earth and practical, taking time to talk story without running behind, explaining things clearly and following through on his plans. His office is well-appointed and modern, with easy parking and great views of the Ko'olaus. His office staff are wonderful, too.
I appreciate the reminder texts about upcoming appointments
and they are flexible with rescheduling.
I recommend Dr. Takagi highly to friends and family."
Dr. Tim Stoddard
“Dr. Takagi is up-to-date with all the newest procedures and equipment in dental care--- he is very thorough, knowledgeable and really cares
about his patients.”
Jerry Mueller
5 Stars! Two thumbs way up!
"When I first visited Dr. Takagi I knew I needed a couple cavities filled and was overdue on my teeth cleaning...I had been putting off both of these things because I historically hate going to the dentist. But finally I made an appointment with Dr. Takagi, who came recommended. I am so glad I did--he and his staff were kind, professional, and gentle in their work. Most notably, it was the least uncomfortable dental experience I've ever had. He was happy to talk through all of my questions with me beforehand, and both the teeth cleaning and fillings were a breeze. I will definitely be using Dr. Takagi for my dental needs from now on!"
CONTACT US
Our Address
The Pan Am Building
1600 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite #807
Honolulu, HI 96814
Email : info@brennantakagidds.com
Phone : 808-949-0033
Office Hours
Monday 9:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 7:00am - 1:00pm (every other Wednesday)
Thursday 9:00am - 4:30pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm (every other Saturday)
Sunday Closed
Insurance
We believe that finances should never interfere with your ability to get the dental care you need, so we accept many kinds of dental insurance and offer flexible payment plans.
Insurance Accepted:
Aetna
Hawaii Dental Service
Delta Dental
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Cigna
Tricare
MetLife
Hawaii Medical Assurance Association
United Concordia
Aflac
UnitedHealthCare