OHKURA DENTISTRY and ORAL SURGERY
Ohkura Dentistry and Oral Surgery sits in Todoroki, one of Setagaya’s quieter residential pockets — not a clinic you’d stumble into by accident, but worth seeking out if you’re in the area. The “oral surgery” in the name is real: this isn’t just a cleaning-and-fillings shop. They handle more complex cases including extractions, implants, and surgical procedures that general dentists often refer out.
The website has some English content, which is a decent sign — they’re aware foreign patients exist. But don’t assume you’ll walk in and have a fluent English conversation. Reception and chair-side communication may require patience, a translation app, or a Japanese-speaking friend depending on who’s working that day. For routine procedures, that’s manageable. For complex oral surgery consultations, bring backup.
It’s a proper medical corporation (医療法人社団), meaning it operates under stricter regulatory standards than a solo clinic. Todoroki is accessible via the Tokyu Oimachi Line, about 20 minutes from Shibuya. If you’re in Setagaya and need more than basic dental work, this is a reasonable first call.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a thorough, clinically serious practice. People mention the doctor takes time to explain treatment plans rather than rushing through appointments — unusual for busy Tokyo dental clinics. Wait times appear reasonable for a specialty practice. The surgical capability seems to be the real draw; patients who’ve been referred elsewhere for complex work report being able to get it handled here directly. Atmosphere is calm and professional rather than flashy.
English Language Proficiency
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Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.ohkura-dos.com
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東京都世田谷区等々力５－９－２
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Todoroki Station (Oimachi Line) — 2 min walk
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