Welcome to Hoshino Endodontics

Your dentist has referred you to us because he or she believes your treatment requires the service of a specialist. As a patient in our practice, you can expect the highest quality of care in an environment where you are treated with compassion and personalized attention. You can be assured that we use the most advanced technology and techniques in endodontic therapy with a focus on delivering clinical excellence.

What is an Endodontist?

Name: Hoshino Endodontics
Address: 1150 South King Street, Honolulu, HI, 96814-1922, US
Telephone: (808) 202-2066

An endodontist is a specialist who performs root canals and other procedures to relieve pain. These procedures are necessary when the nerves or tissues inside your tooth become damaged or infected. Using microscopic techniques, ultrasonic cleaning, and advanced digital radiography, we clean out the tiny spaces within the root system and reseal them. Our main goal is to preserve your natural tooth, and avoid an extraction, whenever possible.

Our Specialist 1

Hsiao-Ling Hoshino, DMD, MS, MPH

Dr. Hsiao-Ling Hoshino was born in Taipei, Taiwan but grew up in Englewood, Colorado. Her education began at the University of Michigan earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and a Master of Public Health degree in Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology. Her love for science and passion for education took her to Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. where she obtained her Master of Science degree in Physiology and Biophysics. Dr. Hoshino’s education was applied to cancer research at Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania caring for the terminally ill. With many patients complaining of tooth pain, Dr. Hoshino decided to pursue a profession in dentistry at the University of Pittsburgh receiving a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. She spent two more years in Pittsburgh researching the prevention of craniofacial bone and tooth deformities for a specialty program to obtain her Certificate in Advanced Endodontics. She was chosen to present her research at the 2014 American Association of Endodontists Annual Session.

Dr. Hoshino feels the most important step towards successful dental treatment is patient education. She believes patient comfort is a priority during treatment while using modern techniques and equipment. Her compassion and respect for the specialty of Endodontics has Dr. Hoshino involved in educating other dentists and herself by conducting and attending continuing education courses.

Dr. Hoshino moved to Hawaii to be with her husband, Dr. Matt Hoshino, a practicing local Endodontist. When Dr. Hoshino is not providing endodontic care, she enjoys yoga and outdoor activities, such as hiking and jogging.

Our Specialist 2

Matt Hoshino, DMD

Dr. Matt Eiyoshi Hoshino was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. He became a "Son of Iolani" after graduating in 1991. He continued his education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa before earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pittsburgh in 2002. Along with his dental degree, he was presented with the W. Arthur George Award for outstanding accomplishments in removable and fixed denture prosthodontics.

Dr. Hoshino's general dentistry career transplanted him to the island of Kauai where he was publicly voted as one of Kauai's Best Dentists in 2007. In 2009, he left Hawaii to pursue his dream of becoming an Endodontist at the University of Pittsburgh. After obtaining a Certificate in Advanced Endodontics, his dedication towards education continues as a board eligible candidate providing informative lectures to graduate dental residents practicing in Hawaii's public health clinics.

Dr. Hoshino is a third-generation dentist. His dental experience began in 1986 as an Orthodontic Dental Technician for his father, Dr. Wendell Hoshino. His father also introduced him to outdoor activities where he spends his free time fishing, skin-diving, and archery hunting with his wife, Dr. Hsiao-Ling Hoshino.

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We also ask that you provide the following documents or information at the time of your check-in:

Your referral slip and any x-rays if applicable
Your driver’s license or state ID card
Your dental insurance card
A list of medications you are presently taking

Your First Visit

Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Typically, treatment can be done the same day as the consultation. However, if you have a complex medical history or an extensive dental treatment plan, a second appointment may be necessary.

Please take a moment to download and fill out the patient registration forms. We kindly ask that you bring the completed forms to your appointment in order to expedite your check-in.

Important Reminders

Patients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

If you have a medical condition that requires you to take antibiotics prior to a dental procedure, please be sure to take your medication one hour prior to your scheduled appointment.

If you are pregnant and in your first or third trimester, please provide a written consent from your obstetrician to proceed with x-rays and treatment.