Meet Dr. Lauren Todoki
Dr. Lauren Todoki is a board-certified Honolulu orthodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics whose research earned the American Association of Orthodontists’ Milo Hellman Research Award. A Honolulu native, she treats children, teens, and adults at Dung Orthodontics’ Honolulu and ʻAiea offices with braces, Invisalign®, and early treatment.
Dr. Todoki brings a rare blend of clinical skill and academic depth: before returning home, she taught the next generation of orthodontists as a faculty member at the University of Washington. Patients know her for thoughtful, evidence-based care and a genuine warmth that comes from treating Hawaiʻi families as her own community, because they are.
A Hawaiʻi Homecoming
Dr. Todoki was inspired to pursue dentistry at a young age by her father, a dentist himself. A graduate of Punahou School in Honolulu, she trained on the mainland for more than a decade before returning to the islands. Practicing in Hawaiʻi and serving the community she grew up in had always been her goal, and patients feel that sense of belonging in every visit.
Board-Certified Orthodontist (ABO Diplomate)
After completing her orthodontic training, Dr. Todoki earned her board certification from the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), a voluntary distinction held by only about one in three practicing orthodontists. It signals advanced knowledge, judgment, and proven clinical results, reviewed and maintained over time. Learn what board certification means.
Education & Training
| Degree | Institution |
|---|---|
| B.S., Biological Sciences & Japanese | University of Southern California |
| D.D.S. | University of Missouri-Kansas City |
| M.S.D. & Orthodontic Certificate | University of Washington |
| Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics | ABO |
Research, Teaching & Honors
Dr. Todoki is one of the most academically accomplished orthodontists in Hawaiʻi:
- Milo Hellman Research Award (2020), American Association of Orthodontists - one of the specialty’s most prestigious research honors.
- Affiliate Assistant Professor, University of Washington Department of Orthodontics, where she helped train resident orthodontists.
- Published, peer-reviewed orthodontic research.
- Member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), the national dental honor society.
- Named a Honolulu Magazine Best Dentist (2026).
She practiced in the greater Seattle area for several years before bringing that knowledge and experience home to Oʻahu. She is a member of the AAO, PCSO, HSO, ADA, and HDA.
Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Todoki blends the latest orthodontic science with an unhurried, personal touch. She explains the “why” behind every recommendation, tailors each plan to the patient’s goals and budget (including in-house, no-interest financing and help filing insurance), and uses iTero® digital scanning so there are no goopy impressions. Every new patient starts with a complimentary exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Lauren Todoki a board-certified orthodontist?
Yes. Dr. Todoki is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a voluntary credential held by roughly one in three orthodontists.
Did Dr. Todoki teach orthodontics?
Yes. Before returning home to Hawaiʻi, Dr. Todoki served as an Affiliate Assistant Professor at the University of Washington Department of Orthodontics and earned the AAO’s Milo Hellman Research Award in 2020.
Schedule With Dr. Todoki
Ready to meet Dr. Todoki? Schedule a complimentary new-patient exam and leave with a personalized plan and a clear quote in one visit. We welcome new patients at both offices.
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