Fukuda Linda, DDS

After having not gone to a dentist for quite some time, I was pretty nervous for my first visit but both Dr. Fakuda and the hygienists are very nice and put me at ease. I have extremely sensitive teeth when it comes to cold and when I had to come back for a deep cleaning I was offered the numbing gel and after several shots of Lidocaine I settled in. My hygienist, I cant remember her name, but they’re honestly all very nice, was as gentle as could be and walked me thru the process telling me I was doing a good job and to breathe, I’m a scaredy cat, so the calming words, and music in the background was appreciated. The front desk staff are also nice, courteous and ready and willing to help with any insurance issues. If you’re a UW fan, this is your spot as well, because they’re all huge fans!

I was a client of Dr. Fukuda’s for over seven years and felt like we had a good doctor/​patient relationship, but then I fell on hard times and had to switch to Medicaid for my dental coverage. I called her office on 2÷4÷2015 about a lost filling. Her receptionist informed me that they do not accept Medicaid and refused to provide me any assistance in finding an appropriate provider beyond «Google it.» Completely unacceptable treatment of any person in need of dental care, let alone a long-​term client.
Eliott Davidson

I just called to set an appointment, and since I am first time they wont take the time. to check on my filling. I have to go twice, ones to be checked and then another to get a filling. Is ridiculous. seems to me they want to double charge insurance for 2 visits.

I had always dreaded seeing a dentist until several years ago when I wandered into Dr. Fukuda’s office. I have been coming to her office for dental care ever since that day and have NEVER regretted coming here for any reason whatsoever. Dr. Fukuda and her staff readily put you at ease at every visit regardless of the procedure or reason for the appointment, explaining dental care needs and procedures carefully and thoroughly. They are very clear communicating all available options and treatment needs. Her referrals for orthodontics and maxilofacial (implants) procedures put me into the best hands available. She’s the best!
Billing and insurance are handled in a most helpful manner by her very professional receptionist, Janet. She makes scheduling appointments and proceudres easy, too. Janet could not have been more helpful with all variety of insurance issues when scheduling and making my orthodontics and maxilofacial referrals, too. This place is managed so well, it’s rare to have to wait even five or ten minutes for a scheduled appointment. I think that everyone here is very respectful of their customer’s schedules and use of time. How unusual and refreshing! Customer service = A+.
It doesn’t hurt to be a fan of music theatre, Seattle Seahawks and UW Huskies as her office is cheerfully arrayed (plastered) with considerable production and team paraphenalia. Don’t expect to walk into a typical sterile clinical environment here. It’s different and rather nice to be in the hands of someone who has such community spirit and is so personable with all aspects of dental care.
If you in the least bit apprehensive about seeing a dentist, this is the place to go and lay your fears or misgivings to rest once and for all.

Billing and Insurance here was a NIGHTMARE
I had gone here twice, and suggested my wife go here as well, since it was close to our apartment.
She went here in early April for a routine exam. We got married 1 month later in May. In July (3 months later) she finished the forms for changing the name on her SS card, license, and her insurance at work. Prior to mid July, she was still under her old name.
We were surprised when Linda Fukuda’s office called her in August complaining they had billing problems for an exam we had in April (4 months prior). They made it sound like it was our problem. I don’t understand why it takes 4 months to process a routine exam. I can understand if we got married right after the exam, and changed her name, insurance, and address all within a week. However, 4 months is NOT a reasonable amount of time you would expect an office to process a routine exam.
It is now October, and we have received an updated bill, almost 6 MONTHS after the initial exam.
We have a new dentist now.

My friend refered me to Dr. Fukuda. I am very happy about my first visit. The office is a bit old. But, it feels like home. There are seperate rooms for different patients. There’s a smal parking lot in front of the office. However, street parking is also easy.
I wasn’t sure if I would be on late from work or not. Therefore, I downloaded the new patient form online and filled out ahead of time. I was able to get in with my insurance information in 2 mins.
My first annual check-​up including x-​ray and teeth cleaning is free. The hygentist went through the basic oral info with me, like brushing and flossing. And, she gave me a quick x-​ray. There’s solid 30 mins plus on teeth cleaning. I felt refreshing after it. After the cleaning, Dr. Fukuda stepped in and briefly checked on me. We talked about my goal with my oral health. She gave good advice and was straight forward about her practice with what she was going to appoarch.

My parents and I have been coming here for years. Even though I, like most people, hate going to the dentist, they make you feel welcome, and make you as comfortable as possible.
I wouldn’t take my teeth anywhere else.
XD

FINALLY found a great dentist. I have a moderate amount of fear regarding dental procedures (in fact, this led to a few years of my early 20’s when I didn’t have any dental care at all). A friend recommended Dr. Fukuda, and I’ve now been seeing her for several years, and it’s as wonderful as a dentist visit can be.
Everyone is very friendly. They absolutely listen to me and my needs/​concerns. The hygienists are great, too. I also love that the scheduling office makes an effort to always schedule you with the same hygienist at each appointment. This has been a wonderful bonus, especially as I am apprehensive about these visits. And, since you spend the most time with your hygienist, doing the cleaning and xrays, it makes sense.
Dr. Fukuda is also a HUGE UW Huskies fan. There is sports memorabilia all over the exam room walls. It cracks me up. Yes, as one reviewer said, their waiting room décor hasn’t been modernized/​updated, but I couldn’t care less about that. The people, the procedures, their patient care and medical knowledge are what matters to me. The fact that they have outdated art on the waiting room walls doesn’t bother me.

It took me years and years to find a dental office I trust and love. Dr. Fukuda is great, and takes time to do a thorough job and identify and solve problems. The real experience for me is how comfortable I am during the cleaning. Marsha the hygienist is the most gentle and compassionate hygienist I have ever had.
I agree the décor is very 1991, with dusty sports memorabilia everywhere, but I have had a better experience here than I’ve ever had in any gleaming modern office.

I’ve now been to Dr. Fukuda three times, and each time I’ve had an excellent experience.
— Hygienists were extraordinarily friendly, efficient and intelligent. One gave me a detailed audit of the things she was looking for as she cleaned, which gave me a much better understanding of how the various facets of personal dental care contribute to holistic dental health. As someone who loves learning, I appreciated the gesture, particularly because she didn’t commit the cardinal sin of asking me a nonstop string of questions while her hands were in my mouth.
— Appointments were on time, with no long waits between my cleaning & examination.
— Zero billing hassles, with clear communication about what my payment options were and what I could expect post-​visit.
— As Lori M. notes, it can be difficult finding an appointment time because Dr. Fukuda is extraordinarily busy. They must have improved their notification process, though, because I received a reminder call a month ahead of the appointment, as well as a second reminder call closer to the date.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dr. Fukuda.

I had a very bad cracked tooth… bad dental work up to this point. Dr. Lee who is a member of Dr. Fukuda’s practice is a miracle worker! I’ve never had an experience that came out better! A lack of dental insurance, and a great fear, yet this worked out well. She is the best!!!

Dr. Fukuda is a very good dentist and her hygienists (especially Mina) are wonderful. Her office however has the worst aesthetic environment. It looks like 1991 threw up all over the office. This place needs a remodel, some decent art work and better music.

Dr Fukuda is very sweet. Her dentist office reflects her passion as a Husky fan (sooooo much Husky sport memorabilia). I appreciated that she remembered who I was each time I went in, and that she helped take such good care of my teeth.
I did find it annoying to have to make an appointment 6 mos in advance, and then only get a phone call reminder 24 hours in advance (which since the reminder was normally left as a voicemail, by the time I checked, it was actually always too late to change the appointment without penalty). I understand the rationale, but it just didn’t end up working for me.