One of Only 63 Dentists Worldwide with AACD Accredited Fellow Status
Dr. Wynn Okuda has spent 28+ years perfecting the art of cosmetic dentistry in Honolulu. His credentials, clinical results, and humanitarian work have earned recognition from dental professionals and patients around the world.
28+ Years
A Career Built on Artistry and Science
Dr. Wynn H. Okuda has been practicing cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry since 1990. Born and raised in Hawaii, he earned his Doctor of Medical Dentistry degree and immediately began focusing on the intersection of art and dental science. His ability to visualize the ideal smile for each patient and then execute it with precision has made him one of the most sought-after cosmetic dentists in the Pacific.
He personally hand-crafts diagnostic wax-ups for his cases, a practice most dentists outsource to labs. This hands-on approach gives him complete control over the design process and ensures the final result matches the vision he and the patient agreed upon.
Patients travel from Maui, Kauai, the Big Island, the U.S. mainland, Japan, Korea, Australia, and other countries specifically for his care. Many combine their dental treatment with a Hawaiian vacation through his Accelerated Treatment protocol, which compresses multi-month treatment plans into a matter of weeks.
Professional Achievements and Affiliations
AACD Accredited Fellow
In 2014, Dr. Okuda became only the 63rd dentist in the history of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry to earn Accredited Fellow status. This distinction requires documented proof of clinical excellence across a range of complex case types, reviewed and verified by a panel of peers. It is the highest clinical credential the AACD offers.
AACD National President (2002-2003)
Dr. Okuda served as the National President of the AACD, the largest cosmetic dental organization in the world with nearly 7,000 members. During his presidency, he helped shape national standards for cosmetic dentistry education and credentialing.
Published Author and International Lecturer
His articles have appeared in the Journal of the American Dental Association, Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Inside Dentistry, Dentistry Today, and other respected publications. He has lectured at dental universities and conferences across four continents, including events in Japan, Korea, Singapore, Australia, Greece, Sweden, and across the United States.
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), American Dental Association (ADA), Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) where he serves as Esthetic Dentistry Expert on the National Dental Expert Advisory Board, International College of Dentists (Fellow), International Congress of Oral Implantologists (Fellow), and International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry (former Executive Council member).
Awards and Media Appearances
11 Consecutive Years: Best Cosmetic Dentist in Hawaii
The Star-Advertiser, Hawaii’s largest daily newspaper, has named Dr. Okuda the Best Cosmetic Dentist in Hawaii for 11 straight years based on public voting. He has also been selected by his peers in Honolulu Magazine’s Best Dentists of Hawaii list every year since 2003.
National Cosmetic Practice of the Year (2007)
Contemporary Esthetics publication awarded Dr. Okuda’s practice the National Cosmetic Practice of the Year in 2007. He has also appeared on the Dentistry Today Top 100 list for over 10 years running and holds a place on the Best Dentists in America list.
Media Features
Dr. Okuda has been featured in over 100 publications and broadcast outlets worldwide. His media appearances include The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Shape Magazine, Better Homes and Gardens, Reader’s Digest, WebMD, the Dr. Phil television show, BBC Radio, NBC Television, and Japan television. Since 2014, he has served as the dental expert for Hawaii News Now with his recurring “Tooth Talk” television segment.
Additional Honors
AACD Humanitarian of the Year (2000), AACD Partner in Peace Award (2009), Pacific Business News Forty Under 40 (2001), and the Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence of Massachusetts Outstanding Visionary Award (2003).
Co-Founder of the “Give Back a Smile” Program
Together with practice manager Julie Bouvier, Dr. Okuda founded the Give Back a Smile program, a national charitable foundation of the AACD that restores smiles for survivors of domestic violence at no cost.
The program has assembled nearly 1,000 volunteer dentists across the United States and has delivered over $10 million in free dental care since its founding. Survivors of domestic violence often suffer dental injuries that affect their ability to eat, speak, and feel confident. Give Back a Smile connects them with qualified cosmetic dentists who donate their time and skills to rebuild those smiles and, in many cases, rebuild lives.
For Dr. Okuda, the program represents the core of why he entered dentistry: to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people he treats.
$10M+ in Free Care
People Also Ask About Dr. Okuda’s Background
Dr. Okuda earned his Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) degree and has completed advanced postgraduate training in cosmetic, implant, and restorative dentistry through the AACD, the Academy of General Dentistry, and other professional organizations over his 28+ year career.
Accredited Fellow is the highest clinical credential awarded by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. It requires the dentist to submit documented cases demonstrating mastery across multiple treatment types, which are then evaluated by a peer review panel. As of 2014, only 63 dentists in the world have achieved this status in the AACD’s 32-year history.
Yes. Dr. Okuda regularly treats patients from the U.S. mainland, Japan, Korea, Australia, and other countries. His Accelerated Treatment protocol was developed specifically for traveling patients, completing complex cases in weeks rather than months so patients can enjoy Hawaii during their treatment.
Give Back a Smile is a national AACD charitable program co-founded by Dr. Okuda and Julie Bouvier. It provides free dental restorations to survivors of domestic violence through a network of nearly 1,000 volunteer dentists. The program has delivered over $10 million in donated dental care.
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