All reviews for Steven T. Kobayashi
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- Takes Time to Listen: 100%
- Communicates Well: 99%
- Recommendable: 100%
- Average Wait Time: 2 minutes
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Patrick Wilson
"Dr. Kobayashi is the absolute best dentist I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with.
I actually look forward to my visits." -
George Theodoris
"Great experience as usual."
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"I've been seeing Dr. Kobayashi for 12 years and his practice has grown a lot! One thing that hasn't changed is his high quality care and fabulous staff! I get customized care and am always well taken care of from start to finish. I would recommend his practice to everyone I know! "
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Siu Saeteun
"Great staff and dr.Kobeyashi is a very knowledgeable Dr.and takes the time to talk to his patients and answer what ever questions they may have. I would recommend him to all my friends and family. An overall great experience and nice environment."
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"Always a great experience with Dr. Kobayashi and his staff."
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Lynn Yarris
"Always excellent!"
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Thomas Tsukiyama
"Extremely friendly and efficient staff. Dr. Kobayashi is a very personable and highly competent dentist with a very "light" touch. I highly recommend him!"
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Lynn Yarris
"Dental practices do not come better than Steven Kobayashi's. Dr. Kobayashi and his staff are the best!"
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George Theodoris
"Great experience as usual!"
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Eric W Jepson
"I'm not sure I've ever been as consistently satisfied with anything as this office."
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Jim Porter
"OK, this is a no-brainer. Every now-and-then, one encounters a service or a product that is simply very good. As it happens, Kobayashi is my family's dentist, so you can take that remark 100x. There's no pain, no angst; the staff is beyond friendly and competent; everything across the board is miraculous - flawless. Very lucky to have Kobayashi and his team in the neighborhood. Best."
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Caitlin McGaw
"Our family (mom, dad, 2 kids, grand-dad) and friends have been going to Dr. Kobayashi for years. My kids grew up with him. Dr. Steve is caring, professional, up-to-date, and has a great chair-side manner. Any procedure I have had, has been virtually as painless as it can be, and I am a real wimp when it comes to pain at the dental office. The staff, especially Jessica, are all very courteous and helpful. They really make an effort to do all they can to accomodate schedules, and will be sure to make time when there is an immediate need. The office is very, very clean and tastefully appointed. Equipment is all new. The oral hygienists know their stuff--they are careful, thorough, and clearly very well-trained. Overall, an A+ experience!"
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Lynn Yarris
"The best dentistry practice in the Bay Area!"
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Kathy Borgfeldt
"Julie is especially good with me. I have some residual anxiety regarding my on-going vertigo issue and she is quite patient with me with regard to positioning my head for the teeth cleaning."
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George Theodoris
"Excellent experience as allways!"
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Shota DaAzn
"Good experience. Ask for the mint flavored fluoride treatment "
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Glenn Steiner
"Dr. Steven is the best dentist that I have ever had in the past 61 years. His work has been excellent the past ten years. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
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Judey Miller
"I love my dentist! Seriously, for someone who earlier said that major surgery was preferable to a trip to the dentist, this dentist in careful, up-do-date on methods, and meticulous in his work.
Need a dentist? Looking for someone who has superior techniques and yet who is gentle and personable? If so, Dr. Kobayashi is for you." -
Miki Doi Bowling
"We love to go to this clinic downstairs of our condo. Jessica always makes the best effort to make us happy and all the other staff are as well. Thank you."
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Teresa Harlan"Wonderful, as always!"
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Diep Doan"I am forever grateful to be a patient of Dr. Kobayashi and his wonderful staff. Every single one of my visits has been very pleasant. "
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Anonymous"Staff and the doctor were all nice to both of my daughter and me. They are flexible, for example, they arrange our appointments in a same time range of the same day when I request."
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Anonymous"excellent"
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Alana"Bryce, the dental hygienist was incredibly thorough, gentle and kind. I hadn't been to the dentist for many years and was anxious about the appointment, but she made me feel at ease. "
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Anonymous"Simply wonderful staff and dentist! When following up with my primary care doc (elevated BP) he commented on how much respect he has for Dr. Kobayashi.
Thanks!" -
Anonymous
"Ellen is so nice! "
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Anonymous"All went well"
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Anonymous"I loved looking at my tooth in the video camera!!!"
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Anonymous"Over all experience was good."
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Anonymous"Dr. Kobayashi is a great dentist. He really listens and offers great professional advice. I also love that he shows you exactly what he is doing on a computer screen, so you are apart of your experience. His staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I generally hate going to the dentist, but Dr. K made the experience comfortable. "
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gary scheppke"This was one of the best doctor expierences in my life."
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Anonymous"teeth cleaning appointment. julie is great. "
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Anonymous"As usual a very satisfying experience. This time, more so under the circumstances which forced me to make an appointment."
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Peter"This is the best dentist in this area."
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Anonymous"Friendly & thorough"
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Anonymous
"Staff and doctor are always friendly and knowledgable"
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Anonymous"As usual, it was great. Professional friendly and helpful staff."
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Tom Fitzgerald"Great dentist, would highly recommend!"
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Anonymous
"First rate experience-best dentist I've been to in years. He knows what he's doing."
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Kyle Tanamachi"Excellent service as always! Worth traveling from Alameda... sorry I was late. Thx for being so kind to my son Devin! See ya in 6 mos!"
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Daphne Powell"Dr Kobayashi is a great dentist.He is friendly, gentle and provides excellent care. Recently, I had to see another dentist when I was out of town and that dentist raved about how great my dental work was. THe staff is always helpful and courteous and the office is very beautiful and relaxing which is helpful when one is faced with an early morning dental appt. I have been a grateful patient for over 13 years."
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nick m"I have not been to this office in the past few years because my insurance had lapsed. I was very happy to return to dr. kobashi and his staff. they are an excellent, thoughtful and friendly team. "
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Anonymous"My experience was very pleasant. "
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Anonymous"Dr. Kobayshi is an excellent Dentist, He is very kind and caring Dentist. He Has a very good relationship with his patients. His staff members are also very good in their work. The secretary tries to get the patient in if they have urgent need to see the dentist or get the the oral hygienist. I love the clean office facility. I would recommend him to all my friends and families."
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joann steck-bayat"super!"
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Anonymous"Great staff and service :)"
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Chris Ciddio Morris
"Great!
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Anonymous
"My son had a great experience with
Dr.Kobayashi and staff. Dr. Kobayashi
was very thorough and took the time
to answer all our questions." -
Jeremy Spiegel"Great"
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doris meier"always a very pleasant experience when I visit Dr. Kobayashi's office. "
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Anonymous"Excellent as usual."
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john lang
"Ellen is terrific"
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Anonymous"Love everyone at the office! Fantastic place and people:-)"
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Anonymous"Beautiful office and wonderful staff"
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Barbara Smith"We only waited because w e were early!!!!! "
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patricia"Always positive. I like their appointment reminders, how they explain things, and last but not least, all the staff are fantastic."
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Anonymous"Very pleasant"
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Anonymous"Visits to this dentist have always been so pleasant and "pain free", it almost encourages one to go out and eat lots of candy, just to insure a return."
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Anonymous"Excellent service."
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Anonymous
"good"
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Anonymous
"Consistently excellent, friendly, well-organized. Staff seems very competent and good at what they do."
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Danielle Moore"Wonderful!"
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Anonymous"Everyone was fun and friendly. I enjoyed the procedure and experience. "
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Sonya"Everything was great, as usual!!! :)"
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Anonymous
"Everyone at this office is extremely professional and friendly. I've had extensive work done and Dr. K is a perfectionist and very knowledgable. Our whole family uses Kobayashi Dentistry, and the kids are at ease and sometimes even look forward to their appointments because the staff is so welcoming. I can't recommend them enough!"
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Anonymous"Very good as always."
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shota lobberegt
"The staff is very skilled, friendly and the recently renovated facilities are stunning. "
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Anonymous"Great, friendly, professional office!
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Marek"I have nothing but great experience with Dr. Kobayashi. He and his staff are very professional and polite. Very clean and safe enviroment. I have been going there for over 2 years. "
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Anonymous"Awesome, like always."
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Chuck Rick
"Best Dental exam I have ever had !!!!
Look forward to long term care with you office. " -
Peter W., Berkeley
"Dr. Kobayashi and his staff are all very polite and perform very professionally. The facilities are clean, neat, and comfortable."
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Anonymous"Great! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. "
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Anonymous"Excellent as always."
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Anonymous"Dr. Koboyashi and his staff make going to the dentist fun!"
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leslie ifshin"I felt that I was in very good hands right from the start, so happy to have found your office. Above10 minute wait was for teeth cleaning, not to see the doctor, and that was ok, although I would have appreciated having someone let me know things were running late before I asked. It was great to get a discount for paying in full by cash today! Very very pleased with my visit, thank you all. "
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Grace Cheney"Top notch, great staff and facility. Always very happy. Have recommended to many friends."
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Anonymous
"Always a very enjoyable and personable experience."
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Anonymous
"Professional and excellent in pretty much every way. Even my 4-year old son likes coming here... who (normally) likes going to the dentist?!?! Great staff and service. Thanks so much!"
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Peter Regis"Always a friendly smile and staff know my name - old world manners and respect - all of you are the best."
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Anonymous"It's very comfortable to be there as usual."
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Igor Kolombatovic
"Thank you for making my first visit an enjoyable one! I felt very comfortable with your larger rooms and hallways for my wheelchair. And the staff being very understanding and helpful with any information I needed to know in order to keep my teeth healthy.. "
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Elizabeth Kolombatovic
"I was impressed with Dr.Kobayashi's office once I stepped in for the first time. It is a perfect and a cheerful place with wider hallways for my husband's wheelchair! Staff were very friendly and easier for me to communicate with them via notes if I have a bit of trouble in lipreading them. "
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Rich Feller
"I always have a first rate experience, from the welcome through the appointment and the scheduling."
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Anonymous"excellent"
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Katherine Borgfeldt
"I had my hygiene appnt. with Julie, who I usually request. She is always very thoughtful and patient with me. I am somewhat difficult in that I still have an occasional episode of vertigo and am sensitive about this and am particular about the sitting position I am in for the work that needs to be done. She treats me with a lot of care and compassion and I truly appreciate that.
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Anonymous
"For a person who is terrified of the dentist, I would come here anytime! "
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Diep Doan
"This is the best dental office you could find. Everyone is kind and professional. Dr. Kobayashi and Lisa make a great team. They are almost too good to be real."
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Karen
"It was really nice. I was very nervous because it was about 5 years since my last visit to the dentist. I now feel more informed about my oral health and hygiene and I also like the dentist a little bit more than before. "
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Rossana Ramirez
"Dr. Kobayashi and his staff are all fantastic. :)"
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Kyle Tanamachi"Excellent service as always!!! Highly recommended! Took me immediately despite my tardiness. Thank you everyone!!!"
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Anonymous
"Wonderful- would tell everyone"
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Anonymous
"I am not a fan of dental work, but the staff and environment at Dr. Kobayashi's office always do a great job of minimizing my anxiety. I like the office and staff very much."
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Glenn Steiner
"Dr Kobayashi is the most caring, gentle and talented dentist that I know!"
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grace cheney
"I have recommended Dr. Kobayashi's office to all my friends. "
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Anonymous
"This was my third visit to the office and once again I was greeted by friendly staff, engaged in conversation about my dental health, and put at ease by the clean and comfortable environment. Due to the positive experiences I've had, I've already referred two friends to Dr. Kobayashi! "
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Anonymous"I've been going to this office for about 2 years and it's always been a positive and pleasant experience. Which I must say its a rare thing these days in a doctor's office. Beginning from the front office staff down to Dr. Kobayashi, everyone is friendly and helpful. That's why I had my brother make an appointment. "
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Anonymous
"good listening,essentially, followed by understanding and detailed info"
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Anonymous
"Olivia is a young child, so this is actually her mother answering the questions. However, since she told me that she had "so much fun," and this assessment did not even include the fact that she got to choose a toy after the visit, I think I've accurately captured her experience."
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Anonymous
"First Class!
Even the dental floss that was sent home with me was good." -
Anonymous
"I'm a slightly nervous dental patient in need of my first crown, and everything went very well. Painless, with everything explained along the way. Thanks Dr. Kobayashi and all staff (much, much better than my previous dentists!)"
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Anonymous
"Wonderful as usual. Great with children as well."
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Anonymous
"Thoughtful, attentive and efficient"
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Raul Infante
"Outstanding!"
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Anonymous
"Everyone was nice and professional "
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Anonymous"Very friendly staff and they are great about explaining what they are doing to you so you understand the procedures and can maintain it at home"
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Jairo
"Very satisfied."
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Robin"We have been going to see Dr. Kobayashi for over 10 years, and now, we take our daughter there too. He is a highly skilled dentist and a sensitive practitioner for adults and children. The same is true for all of the hygenists in his office. Parking is also easy on San Pablo. "
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Chris"I've been going to Dr. Kobo for 10+ years and he is the best dentist I have ever had. I recommend him without any reservations. His staff is professional and very friendly. His office location is fairly new and parking is abundant."
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Marti"This is the ONLY dentist office staff I've ever been to that I actually look forward to seeing."
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Anonymous
"Dr. Kobayashi and his staff are very friendly and helpful. I had some major work done on my teeth, and I appreciated that Dr. Kobayashi periodically took the time to show me exactly what he was doing on a video camera was reassuring.
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Peter Regis"Always friendly, professional.
Many thanks,
Pete" -
Anonymous
"always a friendly comfortable experience for both adults and kids"
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Ben"Great speedy appointment with friendly and efficient staff!"
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Bob Stoner
"Just a great office and great group of people"
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Diep Doan
"Dr. Kobayashi and his staff set such high standards in professionalism and care. They make our every visit as pleasant as can be. You cannot find more professional or kinder dentists or dental office staff any where else. "
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joanne"fabulous"
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Diane
"I always feel like I am the only patient seeing the doctor! The staff is always courteous, professional, and attentive. Dr. Kobayashi is excellent -- I normally hate going to the dentist but Dr. Kobayashi takes time to explain exactly what he is doing, checks in with me often during the procedure, and does beautiful work! My teeth look amazing. "
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Tiffany
"Great!"
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Andrea E.
"The service and care at Kobayashi is always great. Everyone listens and is helpful with everything from the actual dental services to billing questions. And the ambiance is spa-like. "
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Lauren"I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Kobayashi's dental practice. Great staff, high quality care!"
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Anonymous
"Dr. Kobayashi is a wonderful dentist...he is personable, very knowledgeable and has up-to-date equipment and technology. Although going to the dds has never been something I look forward to, I don't dread it as I have in the past. The office is comfortable, modern and beautiful and the staff is kind and helpful. "
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Anonymous
"Dr. Kobayashi is an excellent dentist and very personable."
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Anonymous
"It was efficient and friendly"
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Anonymous
"Very impressed."
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brie
"As always, everyone was extremely nice and very professional. lt's nice that they always remember who you are - they are very welcoming. They make going to the dentist actually pleasant!"
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Anonymous
"Best dental office I have ever been before. Staff is super friendly and Dr. Koybayashi is very professional and caring. I would highly recommend him to friends and family=)"
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Michael Williams
"The entire staff is always friendly and professional. I have seen Dr. Kobayashi for enough years that everybody knows who I am and takes a genuine interest in me and my family. They get on my case when it's apparent to them that I haven't flossed regularly but it encourages me to take better care of my teeth."
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Anonymous"great"
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yolanda
"i love this office staff and Dr. Kobayashi"
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Kyle Tanamachi
"Always excellent service and a pleasure to visit! Friendly staff and great overall experience. Clean facility. I like the bag of extras... toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and love the chapstick. Thanks!!!"
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Lois
"Even the parking is easy! "
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Meg
"Always a pleasant experience to go to the dentist. The staff at Dr. Kobayashi's is the best. "
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Stephanie Lee
"Firstly, there is parking available out front. Since I have a early appointment I didnt have to wait more than a few minutes. And my teeth cleaning went fine. I do like the fact the facility is clean and neat and the people that work there are professional and caring. Dr. K is also
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Jessica
"i love everyone there - i always feel like i get the best care!"
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Darren"Love this office. The staff are attentive, good with appointment reminders, and are accommodating with rescheduling. Dr. Kobayashi is friendly, thorough with his examinations, very good at explaining what is going on with my teeth, and what the options are to correct any problems. He has been my dentist for a few years now and I trust the well being of my teeth with them completely."
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Anonymous
"As happy as usual!"
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Susan"Everyone in Dr Kobayashi's practice is warm, friendly, and professional. I have been going to him for at least two years and have had only positive experiences."
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Andrew J Gregor
"I've always felt very well taken care of at Dr. Kobayashi's. I feel that the staff is very well trained and that Dr. Kobayashi has the patience to carefully explain what the issues are, what the options are and how the procedure will work."
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Peter Brock
"Great job as always. Thanks!"
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Anonymous"my experience was very pleasant"
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karen"as relaxing as dental work can possibly be"
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Anonymous
"Excellent and Professional"
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Chris
"The best dentist I've been to, hands down. Instead of feeling like you're in a dental factory, Dr. Kobayashi and his staff made me feel like they genuinely cared about my dental health. I got more individual attention from Dr. K each visit than I did at my old dentist over several years.
That, and the office is super nice -- modern look, clean, with fancy equipment (digital xray, nifty TVs to show you photos of inside your mouth, etc.)" -
Sarah
"Dr. Kobayshi and his staff are very professional and caring. I am so glad I found these folks!
I can't recommend them more highly. Thanks Dr. Kobayashi!" -
Diane Sullivan
"Dr. Kobayashi is very knowledgeable and thorough in his examination. His friendly manner put me at ease. His staff was professional and helpful. Everyone seemed to know exactly what needed to be done and they were all having such a nice time doing it!"
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Odile
"Very professional, kind and considerate"
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Anonymous"Cool staff members."
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Anonymous
"great place to go"
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Anonymous"Ayako is the best... another pleasant cleaning and now my teeth feel so nice and clean!"
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Anonymous"As a rule, I have always found a visit to the dentist to be a horrid experience, that is until I discovered Dr Kobayashi's. His practice has made for a more pleasant experience in the dentist chair."
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Anonymous
"This is the most thorough dentist office I have been to. They have caught things that my other dentists did not. Very friendly staff. Latest technology available. Overall a great office."
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Anonymous
"Very interactive, educational and up-to-date"
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Grace Cheney"Very positive. The hygienist was professional and very gentle. Very happy with the visit."
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Anonymous"Best dental experience I ever had. Very clean and staff is very friendly. Dr. Kobayashi is very thorough and takes time with you and explain what he see and plans to do. Highly recommend him."
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Ben H.
"Exceptional staff and facility. Highly recommended."
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Sherry"Very personable staff and dentist, very nice and clean facilities. Very thorough health assessment and management."
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Anonymous
"Fantastic, caring staff! No pain, just great dental work."
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Christine"I usually hate going to see the dentist but at Kobayashi's the experience is comfortable, friendly and nice."
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Anonymous"long time patient. Dr Kobayashi is the best dentist I have ever had!"
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Anonymous"Great!"
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Nathan
"No one likes having to go to the dentist. Starting with that as a baseline, you'd be hard pressed to find a dentist who is more easy-going, friendly and competent than Dr. Kobayashi. He works woth great attentiomn to detail and the patient's comfort level and the results for my family have been consistently excellent. He takes the time to explain the procedures, answer questions, and utilizes the latest in imaging technology to show you before and after photos during your appointment. The Kobayashi experience has always been a positive one. Highly recommended."
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Anonymous"Excellent!"
