Dr. George T Masumoto, MSD, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1437230562
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About This Provider
Dr. George Masumoto is an orthodontist in Honolulu with 20 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He earned his dental degree from the University of Minnesota and completed specialized training in orthodontics at the University of Washington. Beyond the dental office, Dr. Masumoto is passionate about bonsai culture and serves as an educator and enthusiast in the community, even participating in oral history interviews to preserve bonsai's heritage in Hawaii. A third-generation Japanese American who grew up in Kaimuki, he carries forward his family's love of plants—inspired by his parents' orchid garden. Dr. Masumoto is currently accepting new patients.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Orthodontics specialization from University of Washington
- Dental degree from University of Minnesota (1966)
Credential: MSD, DDS
NPI registered: 10/17/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- Hawaii Bonsai Association
Beyond the Office
Bonsai culture educator and enthusiast
Participated in oral history interviews documenting bonsai history in Hawaii
Born in 1941, grew up in Kaimuki
Third generation Japanese American; father's family from Hiroshima, mother's family from Yamaguchi
Parents grew orchids which sparked his interest in plants
Took formal ten-week bonsai course in 1974 through Hawaii Bonsai Association
Extensive knowledge of bonsai culture and history
Served in U.S. Army as a dentist with rank of captain
Established orthodontics practice in Hawaii in 1970
Retired in 2017
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