Orthodontist Serving Kapolei & West Oʻahu, HI

Medically reviewed by Dr. David Dung, DDS, MS, Board-Certified Orthodontist.

Dung Orthodontics proudly serves Kapolei and the fast-growing communities of West Oʻahu with braces and Invisalign® for the whole family. While our offices are in nearby ʻAiea and Honolulu, Kapolei families choose us for board-certified orthodontic specialists and care worth the short drive on the H-1.

Kapolei is Oʻahu’s “Second City,” and the families building their lives here deserve specialist orthodontic care to match. Dung Orthodontics has served Oʻahu for more than 35 years, and many of our patients come from Kapolei, Makakilo, Ko ʻOlina, and the growing ʻEwa neighborhoods. With Dr. David Dung, Dr. Kaitlyn Tom, and Dr. Lauren Todoki, you get three board-certified orthodontists, not a general dentist offering braces on the side, just a quick trip up the highway.

Why Kapolei Families Choose Dung Orthodontics

Many Kapolei options are general dental offices that also do some orthodontics. We are different: orthodontics is all we do, and all three of our doctors are board-certified specialists with advanced training in braces, Invisalign, and complex bite correction. For new West Oʻahu families settling in near Ka Makana Aliʻi and along Farrington Highway, we make it easy to start treatment with a complimentary consultation and flexible scheduling at either of our offices.

Services for Kapolei and West Oʻahu Families

Braces - dependable metal and discreet ceramic braces
Invisalign clear aligners - removable, nearly invisible treatment from a Blue Diamond Plus Provider
Early treatment for children and adult orthodontics
Insurance and financing - all plans filed, plus no-interest plans from $200/month

About Kapolei, the Community We Serve

Kapolei is one of the fastest-growing areas on Oʻahu, with new families arriving in ʻEwa Gentry, Ocean Pointe, and Makakilo every year. We are proud to care for students from across West Oʻahu, including Kapolei High School and its career academies, Kapolei Middle School, Kapolei Elementary, Makakilo Elementary, Mauka Lani Elementary, and Pōhākea Elementary. Whether your family just moved to the West side or has called it home for years, a confident, healthy smile is closer than you think.

Getting to Our Offices from Kapolei

From Kapolei, both Dung Orthodontics offices are a straightforward drive on the H-1. Our ʻAiea office at 98-1247 Kaahumanu St, STE 214 is the closer of the two, roughly 20 minutes east, with our Honolulu office at 1600 Kapiolani Blvd a bit farther into town. Many West Oʻahu families fit appointments around work in either direction.

Meet Our Orthodontists in Mililani, HI

Dr. David Dung

Dr. David Dung has nearly 40 years of orthodontic experience and is dedicated to providing thoughtful, patient-centered care. He combines advanced clinical expertise with a commitment to creating healthy, lasting smiles for patients of all ages.

Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
Nearly 40 years of orthodontic experience
Treasurer, Hawaii Society of Orthodontists
Honolulu Magazine Best Dentist 2026

Dr. Kaitlyn Tom

Dr. Kaitlyn Tom is passionate about delivering personalized orthodontic treatment using evidence-based techniques and modern technology. She works closely with every patient to create customized treatment plans designed for long-term oral health and beautiful results.

Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
President, Hawaii Society of Orthodontists
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society

Dr. Lauren Todoki

Dr. Lauren Todoki combines advanced orthodontic training with a strong research background to provide precise, personalized care. She is committed to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles through modern orthodontic treatment.

Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
Recipient of the AAO Milo Hellman Research Award
Former University of Washington Orthodontic Faculty

Awards & Certifications

What Financial and Insurance Options We Offer?

We believe every family should have access to quality orthodontic care. We offer flexible financing options designed to make treatment affordable and easy to understand.

Complimentary orthodontic consultations
No-interest in-house payment plans
Monthly payments starting around $200
Low down payment options
HSA and FSA accepted
Automatic monthly payments
Insurance benefit assistance

Your treatment fee may include diagnostic records, orthodontic appliances, routine visits, emergency appointments, one set of retainers, and follow-up retention visits. During your complimentary consultation, our team will review all available payment options and help you choose a plan that fits your budget.

Orthodontic Services at Our Mililani Office

We offer the full range of orthodontic care – braces (metal and clear ceramic), Invisalign® and clear aligners as a Blue Diamond provider, early treatment for children, and treatment for teens and adults. New patients always start with a free exam.

Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces provide reliable tooth movement while improving alignment, bite function, and long-term oral health.

Clear Braces

Clear braces provide reliable tooth movement while improving alignment, appearance, and long-term oral health.

Invisalign Clear Aligners

Clear removable aligners provide reliable tooth movement while improving alignment, comfort, and everyday convenience.

Early Treatment

Early orthodontic treatment provides proactive care while improving jaw development, bite function, and long-term oral health.

Teen Treatment

Teen orthodontic treatment provides reliable tooth movement while improving alignment, bite function, and lasting confidence.

Adult Treatment

Adult orthodontic treatment provides reliable tooth movement while improving alignment, bite function, and long-term confidence.

Before & After Gallery

See the Smile Transformations Our orthodontic treatments create lasting changes that bring out confident smiles. Explore a few examples of how braces, Invisalign®, and other treatments have transformed our patients’ smiles over time

Read What Our Happy Patients Have to Say!

Robert Vickers

I had a great experience at Dung orthodontist’s! I don’t provide many reviews , but the braces adjustment was quick, easy, and handled very professionally. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the doctor was exceptionally nice, knowledgeable, and professional. They made the entire process comfortable and stress-free. I highly recommend this orthodontist to anyone looking for excellent care and an exceptionally friendly experience!

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to write us a review, so glad you had a positive experience with our office!

Zachary Hini-Szlos

I had a problem with my braces so I called in, got the appointment quickly, the Doctors were really really nice and dealt with the issue perfectly, Thank you

Response from the owner:We were happy to help, hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip in Hawaii!

Viva la Vida

I had a great experience here at Dung Orthodontics! I really enjoyed my braces journey with the staff, as they helped me achieve a beautiful smile. Throughout the process, they were always friendly, kind, and made me feel comfortable at every visit. They were professional and gentle while working on my teeth and always made sure I received the best possible results, which I am very happy with. Dung Orthodontics is truly an orthodontic office that not only prioritizes creating long-lasting, healthy smiles, but also treats every patient with dedication, care, and enthusiasm. If you are interested in getting braces, I would highly recommend Dung Orthodontics! 🙂

Response from the owner:Thank you for the amazing feedback! Our team works hard to provide the highest level of care, and so we are thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience. Glad we could help you achieve a beautiful smile!

J White

The awesome staff at Dung Orthodontics were great and answered all my questions. My Teeth are great and I love how straight they turned out. If you need to straighten out your teeth their staff is very knowledgeable and will help guide you through the process. Thank you Soooo Much for my perfect smile.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that you love your new smile and had a wonderful experience with our practice. We feel so blessed to have amazing patients like yourself and are very grateful for the opportunity to be part of your orthodontic care!

Linda Agu

I had my braces removed on March 10, 2026 at Ding Orthopedics Honolulu Honolulu, and I truly can’t say enough great things about my experience. A special thank you to Dr. Tom and her amazing team for their outstanding care throughout my entire treatment. Dr. Tom and her staff consistently showed exuberant customer service and genuine kindness at every visit. They always made sure I felt comfortable, informed , and care of. The entire team created such a positive and welcoming environment. I also want to recognize the wonderful front desk staff . They were always friendly, scheduling and check-ins smooth and easy every time I came in. Seeing my final results made me so happy, my smile looks better than I ever imagined! I’m truly grateful to Dr. Tom and the entire Honolulu team for their dedication and hard work. I highly recommend Dung Orthopedics Honolulu to anyone considering Orthopedics treatment.

Response from the owner:Linda, thank you for trusting us with your smile and for your thoughtful review! Your support means so much to us!

Alexis Storlie

We’re visiting Hawaii on vacation and my daughter’s wire came off. They got us in right away, were incredibly kind, and fixed it quickly. They didn’t even charge us for the visit. We’re so grateful for their help while we were far from home. Highly recommend!

Britney Bazaldua

While on vacation in Hawaii, my daughter had a wire come out of her bracket and was in a lot of discomfort. This orthodontist office was absolutely amazing — they got us in within one day and even saw us right when they opened. The staff was kind, professional, and understanding of the situation. They removed the wire so my daughter wouldn’t be in pain for the rest of our vacation and explained that we could have it properly fixed once we return home. We are so grateful for their quick care and compassion. Highly recommend, especially if you’re traveling and need urgent orthodontic help!

Sarah Nanbu

I highly recommend Dung Orthodontics (Honolulu office), especially as an adult patient. The office staff is friendly and professional, and it was easy to call and make a new patient appointment that worked with my schedule. Dr. Todoki fixed the issue with my permanent retainer during my first visit. She worked quickly and gently, and I didn’t experience any discomfort. She also provided two treatment options for an issue I brought up during my appointment, and I didn’t feel like I was being upsold or pressured to make a decision on the spot.

Allison Munoz

Very great service. Dr and staff are very kind and patient. They fixed my smile and kept me comfortable throughout the process. My smile still looks great many years later!

Reina Mae Acosta

Highly recommend! Great customer service during each visit and very accommodating. Office is easy to contact. My daughter just had her braces removed and the transformation is phenomenal!

Response from the owner:Thank you Reina for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with our office. Here for you and your family anytime!

Ryan Naquin

My son's baby tooth fell out on the plane which was still connected to his braces and they took him in with no questions asked and fixed the problem so we could enjoy our week here for vacation. The dental hygienist was so nice and went out of her way to help us. It definitely shows what kind of staff works here and we can't tell you how much we appreciated it. Thanks again!

MaMa_MiA

Very friendly and accommodating staff. The glue came loose from one tooth for my permanent retainer, my orthodontist is not from here and they still were able to do a rebonding with a good price, and if it still bothered me, I was able to come back for readjustment. I would definitely recommend them.

D Rogers

Thank you Dung Orthodontics!! Great experience! 💫 Super friendly staff that catered to my son’s emergency dental needs. Location was perfect as it was extremely close to our hotel.

Ava Christman

I would highly recommend Dung orthodontics! We were here on vacation and my daughter had an issue with her braces. Dr. Tom got her in the same day and fixed the problem. Dr. Tom and the whole team were so very kind, generous and extremely friendly! They turned a stressful situation into a joyful experience!

Karen S

We were visiting from Australia and my son had an issue with his braces. The team were amazing and were incredibly helpful and very welcoming. Highly recommend them

Aunty M

Great service, friendly staff. Can assist with all your orthodontic needs. They also do Invisalign.

Madhuri Bomma

They are amazing… highly recommend.. Very good staff and very professional.

michelle pierce

I don’t have the words to describe how thankful I am to Dr. Dung and Sheena and staff! I’m here from Yokosuka, Japan for a medical procedure. I needed help with my retainers and due to the holidays and other reasons, I couldn’t see an orthodontist soon enough. I called Dr. Dungs office and Sheena was AMAZING. She kept me calm and when I came in, they helped me right away. The location is great and parking is easy as well. Thank you Dr. Dung and office Ohana for helping me.

John Guarienti

Absolutely great.

Seth Campbell

Was visiting from Washington state and the retaining software for my braces had degraded and snapped on two of my teeth. After calling around and getting several quick and apologetic denials for an emergent visit from other local orthodontists, Dr. Dung was able to squeeze me in. The visit was timely and the staff and hygienist were helpful and courteous. If I lived on Oahu I would have made them my orthodontist for sure.

Chris Spohr

Dr. Dung has been exceptional and his entire team's service has been fantastic. I started my braces with another orthodontist and was at risk of losing teeth. Dr. Dung patiently and professionally helped my teeth get back on the right track. The staff are also super nice and gentle. The receptionist always sounds warm and welcome.

Amy Liu

Dr. Dung is fantastic! I am a tourist to Hawaii and my braces broke. He squeezed a slot for me on the 2nd day and his 1st question to me was "how can I make you comfortable today?"

Holly

We are traveling from the mainland and our daughter had some ortho work on her braces 2 weeks before our vacation started. Long story...to the short version, her teeth shifted (as they were supposed to) but it caused the upper left wiring (back molars) to poke out and was tearing up the inside of her cheek.We still have a week here and a person can only live on smoothies for so long. I did a google to find an ortho near by (plus with already great reviews) and we found Dr. David Dung. I called, they were very nice and willing to see her right away. So off we went and Dr. Dung redid her wiring and put new bands and then trimmed the jagged end. He even came out to talk with me directly and in the end, wished us well for the rest of our vacation. Great staff, great doctor, great experience. We need more people in our society like this. "Thank you Dr. Dung and staff!"

Sunita Kapoor

Dr. Dung and the staff are very friendly and professional. Dr. Dung is very knowledgeable and experienced ortho and a kind human being. We were vacationing in Waikiki and my son's braces started bothering him. He not only accommodated us on his busy Saturday to fix the problem also checked his braces for other possible issues. Very thorough in his work. Thank you so mych Dr. Dung! I am obliged. Please visit us if you ever happen to come to Houston.

Shyleen Inouye

I highly recommend Dung Orthodontics. Dr. Dung is very thorough he has done amazing work on my son and I. The staff is awesome and very helpful especially Colleen and Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Dung Orthodontics from Kapolei?

Our ʻAiea office is about a 20-minute drive from Kapolei on the H-1, and our Honolulu office is a little farther. Many Kapolei and West Oʻahu families find the trip well worth seeing a board-certified specialist.

Do you serve families in ʻEwa and Makakilo too?

Yes. Your first visit is a complimentary consultation, where we review your smile and discuss your options, costs, and financing, with no pressure to commit.

Do you offer free consultations for Kapolei families?

Yes. Your first visit is a complimentary consultation, where we review your smile and discuss your options, costs, and financing, with no pressure to commit.

Schedule Your Visit to Our Mililani Office

Ready to get started? Call (808) 625-5000 or request an appointment online for your free new-patient exam. We look forward to welcoming you to Mililani Orthodontics - serving Mililani, Mililani Mauka, Wahiawā, Waipiʻo, Kunia, and Central Oʻahu.