Pediatric Dentistry at North Bethesda

My husband and I took our 2 y/​o daughter to her first dentist appointment with Dr. Yamagishi first thing in the morning and it was a success. A little crying from our toddler but Dr. Yamagishi did everything in her power to comfort her, singing the ABC and Itsy Bitsy spider song as she examined and cleaned my daughter’s teeth (she even pointed out areas to watch for as her molars are starting to break through). My little one would not sit in their chair but they have other equipment so your toddler can stay on your lap.
I liked that Dr. Yamagishi went over proper oral care, asked us questions and lastly asked if we had any questions or concerns BEFORE starting with the examination and cleaning.
The facility itself is clean, cheery and caters to kids. Upon walking inside, the waiting room has a TV, the front desk personnel are nice and we did not wait long to be seen. We did feel rushed at all and I felt Dr. Yamagishi gave us all her attention.
At the end of it all, our daughter said thank you and was more than happy with her goodie bag and new tooth brush.
I had a lot of oral/​teeth issues as a child all the way into early adulthood, so I know what I am looking for in a practice – not all practices are the same. Thank you for the great service and will definitely recommend.

We loved Dr. Yamagishi! I’ve taken my daughter to see her for almost 3 yrs (since she was 1yo since she got most of her teeth very early on), and she’s loved going to the dentist thanks to her experience with Dr. Yamagishi. She’s gentle, patient and so kind with the children and explains everything that she is doing and takes her time with them. The office is also beautiful, clean and with friendly staff. Highly recommend her if you are looking for a dentist in the Bethesda/​Rockville area!

Dr. Yamagishi is great! She is gentle and caring and has such a sweet way about her. My daughter needed a filling and was put at ease and didn’t squirm or complain once during any of our visits. As a matter of fact, my daughter liked Dr. Yamagishi so much that I went to the local Trader Joe’s and bought that pretty purple orchid in one of the pictures as a thank you!
We’re due in for a cleaning soon and my daughter is looking forward to visiting Dr. Yamagishi’s office again.

Dr. Yamagishi is a very sweet person and she is wonderful with kids. My daughter has been to her office four times for bi-​annual check up and every visit has been very pleasant. She actuality looks forward to the next visit! Dr. Yamagishi takes her time and is very professional. The office staff are also awesome. We are very glad that we found her :)

We have been to Dr. Yamagishi’s office several times now. She is the Third pediatric dentist that we went to after the first two experiences went very poorly. She does not rush and he actually cooperated pretty well even at the first visit. I would highly recommend her. Please know children shouldn’t be rushed or forced to open their mouth there are better ways with truly skilled clinicians. The receptionist and dental hygienist are all very nice too. Now my son looks forward to going to the dentist thanks to Dr. Yamagishi. We have since moved further away but will continue to see her.

We were first time patients who decided to come to the practice after reading some positive online reviews, and we were just blown away. I don’t know Dr. Yamagishi personally but it’s obvious that she brings all her dedication and heart as a mom to her job. My younger son had just turned 2, but he was able to sit and be treated in the same chair as my 5 year old because Dr. Yamagishi was that comforting. When we arrived, we were greeted by her wonderful sons, who were clearly so proud of their mom. When our turn was called, we found an unbelievable amount of educational toys next to the patient’s chair, so each sibling could be entertained while waiting. I most appreciate the fact that Dr. Yamagishi didn’t push any x-​rays when I expressed my husband’s intense, bordering irrational, fear of them. My boys also loved the tokens that they put into slots to get their prizes, but the real reason we will return to the practice is because my children just love Dr. Yamagishi, who has the perfect personality and talent to make a very scary experience feel safe and fun, and because my husband and I feel like we can trust her.

I brought my 2.5 year old on the recommendation of a friend. It was my daughter’s first dentist visit and I couldn’t be happier with how it went… the kid had a blast!
This dentist is wonderful with children, and put my daughter completely at ease during the exam, cleaning, and cavity filling. The office is beautiful (looks brand new) and receptionist is kind. I’m going to switch insurance just so I can keep bringing my daughter here.

Took my 3 year old to the dentist today for the first time. Dr. Yamagishi was gentle and sweet. Everything I could’ve asked for first time visit for a toddler. Will be taking my other youngster here for his first visit.