UEHARA DENTAL OFFICE
Uehara Dental Office sits on the second floor of a building in Toyotama-Kita, a quiet residential stretch of Nerima Ward. It’s a small, neighborhood-style dental clinic — the kind that’s been serving the same local families for years rather than chasing tourist traffic or expat clientele. Services cover general dentistry: cleanings, fillings, extractions, and the usual preventive care.
The website has some English-language content, which is a decent sign, but don’t book expecting a fully bilingual experience. Nobody’s confirmed that front desk staff can hold a conversation in English, and there’s no listed English-speaking dentist. If your Japanese is minimal, bring a translation app and write down your symptoms beforehand. That said, dental visits are often easier to navigate with limited language than, say, a psychiatric consultation — pointing at a tooth gets you pretty far.
Nerima is off the main expat radar, so if you’re living out this way and need a local dentist without trekking into central Tokyo, this is worth a look.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback for Uehara Dental is limited in English-language spaces, which tracks for a neighborhood clinic in residential Nerima. The general picture from Japanese reviews suggests a calm, unhurried atmosphere — not a high-volume conveyor-belt operation. The dentist appears thorough rather than rushed. Wait times seem reasonable for appointment holders. Don’t expect a modern multi-chair mega-clinic; expect a quieter, more personal setup where the same dentist sees you each time.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
https://www.uehara-shika.com
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東京都練馬区豊玉北６－１６－１７ ２Ｆ
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Shakujii Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 3 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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