Our Patient Reviews

I was referred to Dr. Sakamoto’s office for a dental implant procedure. Dr. Sakamoto explained the procedure clearly and answered all of my questions/concerns. My recovery from the procedure has been with very little discomfort . As I continue my implant journey, Sakamoto and his staff have been fantastic. They are friendly, helpful and put me at ease. Quick to respond when I have a question. I would highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for a caring and skilled dentist.

Dr. Fred Sakamoto and his team are one of the best. His staff welcomed me in and put me at ease from the second I came into the building. The gum graft surgery was painless and simple. It healed quickly and easily. If you are needing this done- I would come here. Can’t say enough good things! Thank you Dr. Sakamoto to you & your team!

Dr. Sakamoto and staff were friendly and caring. They explained everything they planned to do and what to expect from the procedure. Dr. Sakamoto is very professional, which I knew from his previous help to my husband. On top of all the doctor's periodontal competence and great communication skills, Dr. Sakamoto has a kind smile which put me at ease. Thank you to the great team at Central Ohio Periodontics!

My son and I went for a gum graft consult with Dr. Sakamoto. The staff was extraordinary. From the time we arrived until the time we saw the doctor everyone was pleasant and very professional. I can’t say enough about the conversation we had with Dr. Sakamoto on his plan to do the graft on my son. I would highly recommend, if you need periodontal work, Dr. Sakamoto and his staff.

I had an excellent experience at Central Ohio Periodontics. From the moment I called to schedule an appointment, every single person I have spoken with has been friendly and helpful. Dr. Sakamoto was kind, knowledgeable, and thorough. He also explained everything very well. I highly recommend this office!

Wendi, was my hygienist today and I am very pleased with her care. Was professional and knowledgeable when we discussed my plan of treatment. Actually, the entire office is always efficient, accommodating with scheduling next appointments and overall very nice. I would highly recommend Dr. Sakamoto and his staff!

Dr. Sakamoto and his staff are amazing! I received the most compassionate care throughout my procedure. The staff was patient and took the time to educate me about the procedure and recovery until I felt comfortable. There was wonderful follow up after the procedure and my questions and concerns were quickly addressed to put my mind at ease. I’m very grateful for the excellent care I received at Central Ohio Periodontics.

I was apprehensive regarding my visit. Yet, I was welcomed professionally by the entire staff. Special shout out to Kelly, as she was able to allay my concerns with her knowledge of my situation. My exam was comprehensive, the results were presented to me using my X-rays, and in depth explanations by Dr. Sakamoto. I am now prepared for my procedure, with no reservations. Many thanks!

Terrific! Kelly, Stacy, and Dr. Mannava were especially helpful and informative. While I wasn't sure what to expect, Kelly made me feel at ease and Dr. Minnava explained exactly what was necessary and what the plan and procedure would be going forward. Stacy thoroughly explained the financial part of my visit so I don't expect any unsuspecting charges. I will highly recommend them.

Very friendly, professional, and caring staff. Explained procedure process (I was having a dental implant placed) and made sure I was comfortable and numbed completely before starting. Afterwards, Kelly made sure I understood all instructions and care post procedure. Dr. Sakamoto has great bedside manner.

Incredible experience at this dental office! Although I initially thought the prices might be high, it was worth every penny! The team is exceptionally attentive and friendly, genuinely concerned about the patient's well-being. I'm thrilled with the results of my treatment and would undoubtedly recommend them to anyone. If you're looking for the best staff, service, and patient-centered care, this is definitely the right place for you!

Wendi is so kind and knowledgeable! She addressed all my concerns while performing a very detailed and painless deep cleaning! Also, she identified a couple areas of concern that I will have Dr. Sakamoto take care of on my next visit. The entire staff is friendly and helpful! Thank you for taking such good care of my teeth and gums!

2 weeks ago I had a dental issue that would have impacted a long planned trip I had the next day. Dr Mannava graciously worked me in and took care of this problem that day. I can't thank her enough for her kindness and the excellent treatment I received. I have been with Dr Sakamoto since the 1990's and this is a stellar practice! Dr Mannava is a wonderful addition to a wonderful office. Thanks so much!

2 weeks ago I had a dental issue that would have impacted a long planned trip I had the next day. Dr Mannava graciously worked me in and took care of this problem that day. I can't thank her enough for her kindness and the excellent treatment I received. I have been with Dr Sakamoto since the 1990's and this is a stellar practice! Dr Mannava is a wonderful addition to a wonderful office. Thanks so much! - Jane

Over the weekend I broke a tooth at the gum line. I called on Monday morning and Stacey was very kind and empathetic . She spoke to Dr Mannava and called me back with an afternoon appointment. I had to have my tooth extracted. The staff was phenomenal!! Very caring and empathetic as well as professional and efficient!! I would highly recommend this practice as they provide excellent patient care!

Everyone was friendly and ever so helpful throughout my first appointment. My blood pressure even stayed in the normal range which is surprising since I’m someone suffering from the “White Coat” syndrome.😊Dr Sakamoto was as wonderful as I had heard him to be. So knowledgeable as well welcoming my thoughts as to my treatment. Something rare today. I was also impressed with assistant throughout. You all were as outstanding as my dentist Dr, Huelsman suggested you would be. Thanks so much….

I have to say, I was highly impressed with the professionalism and cohesiveness of the team at Central Ohio Periodontics. Every single person I interacted with in the office was incredibly kind, sweet, and attentive. Dr. Sakamoto is truly a gem, and I would highly recommend this practice to anyone in need of periodontal care. I am looking forward to my next visit! Gary G.

100% fantastic, Dr. Sakamoto and his staff. I had a multiple gum graft surgery, which is a horrible procedure in and of itself, but Dr. Sakamoto was great and made the best of the situation for me. I originally consulted with a doctor in Worthington but had a very negative experience so I chose a different doctor. Two thumbs up for Dr. Sakamoto, highly recommend!

I rarely provide customer feedback, but am taking the time today to share the following: The staff is wonderful and Dr. Sakamoto is the consummate professional who is also a kind advisor for your oral health. Amy Licey did my cleaning the last two visits. She is very gentle and thorough. You feel like a family member who is receiving the best cleaning of your life. Thankful patient!

This last visit was my 3rd time. My hygienist was professional, caring, gentle, friendly, and competent. She made sure I was comfortable and secure all the way my cleaning procedure.. When she finished, Dr. Sakamoto came in to examine me to make sure everything was good. He was absolutely great—so gentle and polite. Leaving, I felt good—something I never feel upon leaving a dental office. I’ll return for treatment again, when needed.

Awesome dentist and staff !!! Professional, excellent skills and chairside manner. The latest technology makes for fast, comfortable experience. I have been with Dr Sakamoto since 2001 and I highly recommend him. I felt the implant experience was less bothersome than Having a tooth filled. I have had four implants with him. I am a nervous patient and he put me at ease from the beginning.

The staff are pleasant and willing to help, when needed. Everyone is very professional and caring. The doctor truly cares about his patients and makes sure the patient understands any procedures performed. Stacy goes above and beyond when it comes to taking care of her patients and is very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this office.

Professional, compassionate and wonderful. I wish I could give Dr. Sakamoto and his team 500 stars! I had receding gums for many years due to tension/grinding teeth at night. I wear a mouthguard now, but decided to be proactive and have gum graft procedures before the recession got incredibly bad. My dentist recommended two surgeons: a surgeon close to my home, and Dr. Sakamoto. After meeting with both, I had preferred Dr. Sakamoto's kind professionalism, as well as his staff and clinic environment. But he was slightly more expensive and a much further drive than the local guy I ended up going to. I learned my lesson! Never settle or go cheap with your health! I went to the local surgeon and it ended up being an awful experience. Not only did he not even GRAFT the tissue successfully, he ignored my pain during the surgery, lied to me about it afterwards, and ignored all my post-operative concerns about pain. He was the worst. It was a traumatic dental experience...and I was left with more complications than I started with. So I called Dr. Sakamoto again. He said he could fix the damage and redo the grafts. AND HE DID. HE IS AMAZING. Dr. Sakamoto's procedure was more involved (he used tissue from the roof of my mouth), but even with that extra step, he provided a calm, caring and competent environment. He made sure I didn't have ANY pain during the procedures. I completely trusted his and his staff's expertise. And since I had the exact same surgery to compare it to (alas), I also can attest that his post-operative procedures were 100 times better than the other guy. I had less pain, less swelling, and healed faster. You don't want to HAVE to see an oral surgeon, but if you need one -- learn from my mistakes. Go to Dr. Sakamoto and his team! They are the best!

Amy cleaned a tooth of mine beneath the gum line today. The first time I have ever had that done She did a fantastic job with no pain at all! She also numbered all of the gums around my teeth and talked about a plan and schedule for me to follow for future cleanings to preserve my teeth She is extremely nice and friendly and quite competent at her job. I highly recommend her Plus, she is so sweet, she even laughs at all my jokes

Nothing but good things to say about the office staff and Dr. Mannava at Central Ohio Periodontics. My back story is that I had an implant done on a front tooth by another dentist that was not done correctly due to the bone area around the implant not being built up properly which resulted in eventual bone loss around the implant and an infection then compromising the adjacent teeth which are also front teeth. I had seen another periodontist who had the same diagnosis and treatment plan as Dr Mannava but I had much better initial opinion on the care given by Dr Mannava and the staff at Central Ohio Periodontics as Dr Mannava explained the situation to me in an easy to understand way and is also very personable. Initially, I had an earlier appointment with the other perio office which is in-network with my dental plan and even though I would have paid significantly less at the other office due to them being in-network , I decided to follow thru and have Dr Manavva do the procedure even though being out of network would result in my payment portion being higher than the other office which is in-network. Another aspect that I was very happy with is that while I was out of town prior to appointment date when the bad implant would be removed, I had called the office with a question and also my concern with losing the front teeth adjacent to the bad implant. Dr Manavva was off that day but the office relayed my concerns on to Dr Manavva and she took the time to return my call on her day off to ease my concerns. She also replied to several texts that I had sent after we talked....I very much appreciated that since not many health providers are as responsive as Dr Manavva has been. At this point, I have some additional work left to be done and I need to decide if I'll go with the in-network provider and pay less or continue with Central Ohio Periodontics which is not an in network provider with my plan. If the difference in benefits under my plan weren't coming into play, I'd no doubt have all future treatment performed by Dr Manavva as I'm very impressed with the care she and the office have provided. As initially mentioned, I can't say enough good things about these folks!

Nothing but good things to say about the office staff and Dr. Mannava at Central Ohio Periodontics. My back story is that I had an implant done on a front tooth by another dentist that was not done correctly due to the bone area around the implant not being built up properly which resulted in eventual bone loss around the implant and an infection then compromising the adjacent teeth which are also front teeth. I had seen another periodontist who had the same diagnosis and treatment plan as Dr Mannava but I had much better initial opinion on the care given by Dr Mannava and the staff at Central Ohio Periodontics as Dr Mannava explained the situation to me in an easy to understand way and is also very personable. Initially, I had an earlier appointment with the other perio office which is in-network with my dental plan and even though I would have paid significantly less at the other office due to them being in-network , I decided to follow thru and have Dr Manavva do the procedure even though being out of network would result in my payment portion being higher than the other office which is in-network. Another aspect that I was very happy with is that while I was out of town prior to appointment date when the bad implant would be removed, I had called the office with a question and also my concern with losing the front teeth adjacent to the bad implant. Dr Manavva was off that day but the office relayed my concerns on to Dr Manavva and she took the time to return my call on her day off to ease my concerns. She also replied to several texts that I had sent after we talked....I very much appreciated that since not many health providers are as responsive as Dr Manavva has been. At this point, I have some additional work left to be done and I need to decide if I'll go with the in-network provider and pay less or continue with Central Ohio Periodontics which is not an in network provider with my plan. If the difference in benefits under my plan weren't coming into play, I'd no doubt have all future treatment performed by Dr Manavva as I'm very impressed with the care she and the office have provided. As initially mentioned, I can't say enough good things about these folks!

My favorite medical place. Everyone is so nice and pleasant. Dr. Sak is just outstanding and a wonderful, caring doctor. Amy is incredible as a hygienist with a world of talent and you will not leave her chair until she has created perfection. This just a wonderful place for me to go, as they all feel like my family.

From what I remember from last Thursday, April 13, 2023, it was fabulous. Dr. Sakamoto has done many surgeries for me, and I refuse to go anywhere else, although the incredible staff might wish that I would 🙂 A head injury caused the majority of my problems, and Dr. Sakamoto has had a great deal to contend with concerning my care. He is so patient and wonderful, and I know that it's been challenging to try and move along in this process. I also know that I ask many questions over and over, and they patiently answer--I feel so safe in their care. They are the greatest at what they do, and I hope to eventually have a much better quality of life. They deserve total credit for all they have done as perfect professionals. I would love to show my thanks by taking all of them on an incredible cruise, but I think that they would ask me to stay home 🙂

It was perfect. Ashley was fabulous. I have been having my dental work taken care of in Florida for over 30 years and have now moved back to Ohio to be near my family. I have implants and many caps and regular cleaning is very important so a hygienist is so very important to me. My Florida dentist has sent other patients to your office and will conclude by saying it could not have turned out any better.

For more than 20 years, I have been consulting you for dental problems and you and your great staff have taken care of me very efficiently and extremely well. Recognizing that my husband and I are senior citizens with single income, you have generously given me a senior discount in your fees. Dr. Sakamoto, you are one of the best dentists I have come across in my life. I wish you the best. Bharati H. Bhatt March 14, 2023

Dr. Sakamoto and his staff are the best! They are so caring and personable. I have had several gum grafting procedures and everything has been explained thoroughly. I have had very little discomfort during and after the procedures and someone calls the next day to check on me. I live 2 hours away and the drive is definitely worth it considering the wonderful care I receive.

I visited Dr Sakamoto’s office for the first time today and was very pleased with the way I was treated by everyone with whom I interacted. I was especially pleased with the full explanations that I was given regarding my upcoming procedure and my financial responsibility. I also appreciated having the most pertinent conversations in a private and comfortable office. Dr. Sakamoto, Amber, and Bridgette were all pleasant and professional, and gave me confidence that my future visits will go well.

Dr. Sakamoto and his staff are the best! They are so caring and personable. I have had 3 gum grafting procedures and will have one more. Everything has been explained thoroughly, I have had very little discomfort during and after the procedures and someone calls the next day to check on me. I live 2 hours away and the drive is definitely worth it considering the wonderful care I receive. I highly recommend Central Ohio Periodontics.

Dr Sakamoto and his staff are really impressive, not are they very good at what they do but they truly are very caring. From the first time that I met Dr. Sakamoto, he truly cared about how I felt and it didn’t matter. He just wanted to help me and fix my problem, he went out of his way and even had conferences with other dentists with my problem. His goal was to make sure that my teeth and mouth were to be fixed properly and his words were “I will not be happy until you tell me that you are happy.” that’s professionalism from the very start and continued all the way through and I’m still not finished. The caring has not stopped or has his professionalism. If you are looking for an excellent, caring dentist, this is the place to go to!!

Dr. Sakamoto did an amazing job fixing an issue I’d been struggling with for months. I’m adding the before and after photos. Please note the after photo is what my gum looks like 24 hours after he performed a biopsy. You can’t even tell I had anything done to it. It’s healing remarkably and I’m so happy I get to have my smile back! Thank you SO MUCH for everything!

DDr Sakamoto and his entire staff are superior to all!! They immediately make you physically comfortable and answer all ur questions. They do not talk down to you like medical professionals, they talk to you like someone you've known for years (and I have known them for years). They are as gentle as possibly be and talk you through everything. I was petrified to go the first time, and now I feel I'm stopping by to visit old friends. Dr Sakamoto is brilliant and if something is not working, he is quick n knowledgeable for plan B. The Techs don't miss a beat n always have everything prepared n ready to go. Front desk is so efficient, and no matter how many times you call, you get the same smiley professionalism. Not to mention (new) Vinny is the fastest "runner" (I clocked him Lol) I know I'm coming to Central Ohio Periodontics usually for an unpleasant proceedure, but the fact that the employees make you feel like you are enveloped in a hug, it makes everything else so much easier to get through. Thank you all for what you do!!

The staff was wonderful from the moment I came into the office!! Dr. Sakamoto was so nice and very informative. I feel so lucky that my Doctor sent me to you. Everyone went out of their way to make me welcome and comfortable. Thanks for seeing me so quickly today!!! 5 stars and if I could give you more I could!!!!!

Well, “loved it” relates to pain and discomfort that “I know I need to keep my 20 teeth”!!! Amy is a great “planer and scaler”.. I always feel safe and well-cared for there. I was referred to Dr Sakamoto at least 27 years ago.. ?? Hard to believe! Wish they “DID IT ALL”! Thank you!!!

Yall are rock stars! I was sooo nervous about this procedure! Dr S. Put me at ease with his humor....plus giving me the rx......that I had declined earlier....and of course the nitrious..💓 I've had very little bleeding.....pain is manageable tonight with anti inflammatory. Hopefully I'll have a good night's sleep.....and we'll see what tomorrow brings. Thank you so much for amazing skills! Sincerely, Chris

I had bone grafts and 2 implants. The experience has been amazing. The staff is very attentive and helpful and professional. And Dr. Sakamoto is easy going and puts you at ease right away. The procedures were done with very skilled hands and recovery only lasted a day or two. A very positive experience!!

From the moment you enter, the staff is friendly, helpful which makes for a great experience. Ashley did a great job with my teeth cleaning. Doctor Mannava was very professional, explaining the procedure and what to expect post operation. Since going there at the start of the year, listening to what the advise, I have been more than pleasantly surprised with the results and improvement in my dental health.

Ashley (hygienist) was very attentive, answered my questions and offered suggestions to add to my oral care routine. Dr. Sakamoto as always is very kind and personable. Never forgets to ask “how are you doing “. Discusses my treatment plan and helps me make informed decisions. Stacey and Bridget at the front desk are always smiling and friendly and I enjoy talking with them! All in all it is a wonderful, caring and professional dental practice.

I love Dr. Sakamoto he is so nice and friendly and knows his stuff. He will take time with you. I had a crown lengthening procedure done and I love the results right now. The procedure was quick and easy. I feel like I got my smile back. 😁 The staff is nice and caring and helpful as well. This is a great place.

Dr. Sakamoto is definitely worth the 5-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ratings he receives❣️ My dentist recommended me to a periodontist to have my below-the-gum tooth pain evaluated. Instead of going to the Periodontist that my dentist recommended, I decided to find my own which is how I discovered Central Ohio Periodontics. It was easy to make an appointment but was more than a month out. (A specialist that is good at what they do, tends to be in high demand). However, I was able to get moved up due to a canceled appointment, which means I was able to be seen within a week. All the great reviews that I read about Dr. Sakamoto AND HIS STAFF seemed to match my own experience. He is very personable and I didn't feel rushed. He explained the problem, the treatment options, worst case scenario, and what he recommended. I ended up in the worst case scenario and had 2 teeth extracted (painlessly with a local). He also prepped the sockets by adding bone grafting for future implants. There was very little pain after the numbing wore off. Also, there was very little swelling and bleeding afterwards and was even able to work my regular job that evening. His staff also took excellent care of me regarding the details (follow-up info, before/after surgery care, etc.). If you need a Periodontist, look no further than Central Ohio Periodontics❣️

Very good visit (as usual). Wendi is a keeper. Now with that being said you still need diversity on your staff. This picture looks like Dr Sakamoto and his harem. This picture does not reflect the community you live/work in. I look at this picture and ask myself (again) are there no African American or Latino qualified dental students/graduates male or female at O.S.U? Dr Sakamoto before you hire another dental hygienist you should ask yourself that same question. The answer will be yes. Now it is up to you to do the right thing…hire someone that reflects the community you work in or someone that looks like you or me.

Dr. Sakamoto and his team are the best!! They are always very kind and personable as they strive to make their patients feel as comfortable as possible. After a few tooth extractions and implants, their work has always been exceptional. I would highly recommend Dr. Sakamoto and his team to anyone in need of the services he provides.

I had a great experience, very professional, and nice 😊 Last time I saw Dr. Sakamoto was 19 + yrs. Oh & pulled a tooth 🦷 He did 2/implants Great job, I was very nervous, but he help a lot with that. Said things will be okay. Today’s visit was for and evaluation on a possible gum infection near my implants. It was conferred, yes So back in two days to work on things. Again putting my nervous to rest. It was good to see him again, he hasn’t changed. Still great, professional, nice etc. I could go on. 😃 Thank you Dr. Sakamoto , and to all your great staff Cookie

The best dentist I’ve ever met, not one of. I’ve been suffered from periodontitis for 30 years and received treatments across the world, from Beijing to Shanghai to Taipei to San Francisco. While the most of dentists are very good, Dr. Sakamoto is truly exceptional!! He is kind, relaxed, highly efficient and accurate. When he was pulling out my bad tooth, the anesthetic amount he applied on my gum was super accurate, no more no less. Very few dentists could achieve this level. When he was doing bone grafting operation for me, he only spent 60% of time the other dentists would have, but my tongue could feel that the stitch was very fine. And I didn’t experience any swelling after the operation, only very tiny pain in the first 2 days. With his extraordinary skills, he doesn’t waste patients’ money and time. When I was referred to him I heard he was good, but didn’t expect so good. I wish I could have met him earlier. The other staff in his clinic all are kind and considerate.

Dr Sakamoto and his staff are simply the best in Columbus. His staff is very nice and they have a way of making you feel at home from the time you arrive at the office until you leave. Dr Sakamoto is very nice and personable he takes great care to make sure your visit goes as easy as possible. He is as gentle as he can be. Great place.

The care I received at Central Ohio Periodontics was definitely first rate! Wendy did a really thorough cleaning and assessment of my mouth. Marsha was great and Dr. Mannava explained everything that was going on so clearly. I highly recommend this periodontal practice. They really make you feel important!

First time appointment for consult on upcoming gum surgery. Dr. Sakamoto and his staff were so friendly. Walked me through what will need to be done, financing, etc. My husband had the same procedure a couple of years ago and it was a success. Dreading the procedure, but I’m confident with Dr. S and his staff’s ability to create a positive result.

I always appreciate the skill and professionalism of Dr. Sakamoto and the staff. Understand, since my appointment yesterday was for placement of 2 new implants, the best part of my visit is that I remember almost nothing. I’m already looking forward to getting the stitches removed in a few weeks. Merry Christmas!.

This was my first visit to the office and several things were clear: (1) office has a “family” feel, and I did not feel like I was being rushed through the process. (2) The front office is to be commended for managing the schedule and getting me in to see the doctor sooner rather than later. (3) the hygienist expressed genuine interest in my comfort level and general well being. (3) Dr. Sakamoto was personable, friendly and extremely capable and knowledgable.