Sato Kaori Dr

Ali Al-Sharafi

Nov 24, 2025

Not only did Dr. Sato accommodate me last minute when I had an emergency - she went above and beyond to make sure I receive the proper treatment while taking the time to explain everything. The staff were extremely kind and friendly. Highly recommended!

S K

May 6, 2025

I visited this clinic for a routine cleaning. I was told that a full dental exam including X-rays was “mandatory” before getting a cleaning. However, after visiting dentists in Japan, I was told that there was no need for any major treatment, and what was shown as a “deep cavity” requiring an implant was not confirmed by multiple professionals. I felt pressured into a high-cost treatment plan (CAD$4000+), which now seems medically unnecessary in hindsight. If you are not comfortable with aggressive upselling or want a second opinion, I would recommend being cautious.

ゆう

Aug 18, 2024

I am very lucky to have found this dental clinic! I had 2-3 appointments for fillings, and each one was exceptionally professional and gentle, fast. I am grateful to Dr. kaori and her assistant for their excellent work! The doctor provided me with all the details about my treatment and fee. I greatly appreciate it and highly recommend this office to everyone!

Stanley Park

Jul 25, 2018

I do a ton of traveling and one of my past times is to visit different dentists in different countries. Usually to get my teeth cleaned. Let me tell you each country has their own quirks. Have been to Japan numerous times on business and had my teeth cleaned by several dentists over there. Kaori I would have to say is a typical Japanese dentist. Very thorough almost to a fault. Detailed analysis, pictures, numbers being thrown around etc etc. One of the things that she has yet to adapt to is North American style teeth cleaning. Once and done. No matter how dirty or yellow or jagged your teeth are most dental plans cover one cleaning every 6 months if you are fortunate enough to have it. In Japan, dental is government subsidized but only to a point. Dentists are notorious for having patients come back numerous times for simple things like teeth cleaning, filling a cavity etc. Went once and they said that I had to come back again to finish the cleaning? I said thanks but no thanks. Since the second time would be coming directly from my pocket. Hence 3 stars. In order for her to grow her clientele she must realize that insurance in Canada covers one cleaning every 6 months. So time to speed up things so that everything can be completed at one time. Nice person and detailed but not being able to complete the cleaning at one sitting is something that will prevent me from going back to her.

Quang Huynh

Jun 7, 2018

Where should I start? Hmm... Let's start with the receptionist, Connie. She is the friendliest, the most helpful receptionist I have ever met. Move on to the clinic: Super clean and extremely well-organized. The equipments are one of the newest and most advanced I have seen. None of that second hand or old dental equipments. Finally, let's talk about the main factor: Dr. Sato and her assistant.They are the most professional, most caring. Immaculate and Perfectionist: that's the words I would use to describe Dr. Sato and her assistant. My girlfriend referred me to this clinic not long ago. I doubted it at first based on how the clinics looks from outside. Now, I cannot think of any other dentists that could top Dr. Sato and her team. And I could say that they are the best dental clinic in BC. Yeah you read that right, not Richmond, not Vancouver. In the whole BC. And by the way, Dr. Sato and her entire staff speak perfect English and Japanese, so you don't have to worry. If you are looking for a dentist you could follow for the rest of your life. Then I'd recommend Dr. Sato and her team for you. Thank you for reading this long review, but they deserve it.