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If you live, work, or are staying in Akasaka, finding a dentist nearby is not difficult. Finding a dental clinic where you can comfortably discuss your symptoms, treatment options, and costs directly with the dentist in English may take a little more research.

PreBeau Oral Care is a fully private dental clinic located in Akasaka, Minato-ku, central Tokyo, approximately two minutes on foot from Akasaka Station.

International residents, business travelers, and visitors to Tokyo can discuss their dental concerns directly in English with Kuniyasu Mori, DDS, Director of PreBeau Oral Care.

Our clinical approach emphasizes prevention and preservation of healthy natural tooth structure whenever clinically appropriate.

Written and medically reviewed by Kuniyasu Mori, DDS.

Looking for an English-Speaking Dentist in Akasaka?

Akasaka is a central Tokyo neighborhood with international businesses, hotels, restaurants, offices, and residents from many different countries.

For an international patient, however, choosing a dentist involves more than simply finding the nearest dental clinic.

Before booking an appointment, it can be helpful to check whether:

• You can communicate directly with the treating dentist in English
• Your diagnosis can be explained in English
• Treatment options and alternatives can be discussed
• Fees are explained before treatment
• The clinic provides the type of dental care you need
• Private or travel insurance documentation can be prepared when required

At PreBeau Oral Care, consultations can be conducted directly with the dentist in English.

For a broader overview of our dental services, fees, insurance information, and care for international patients, please see our English-speaking dentist in Tokyo page.

Direct Communication With the Dentist in English

Dental conversations can become technical very quickly.

You may need to explain when your symptoms began, whether a tooth has previously been treated, what medications you take, or how your symptoms have changed.

You may also want to ask:

• What is causing the problem?
• Does it require treatment now?
• Are there alternative approaches?
• Is there a less invasive option?
• What are the limitations of treatment?
• How many appointments might be necessary?
• How much will treatment cost?

At PreBeau Oral Care, these conversations can take place directly in English with the treating dentist.

Clear communication is particularly important when you need to understand the benefits, limitations, costs, and alternatives before deciding whether to proceed with treatment.

About Dr. Kuniyasu Mori

Dr. Kuniyasu Mori completed his undergraduate education at the University of Washington before graduating from Osaka University School of Dentistry.

His postgraduate education includes training at the University of Michigan and UCLA.

Having studied in both Japan and the United States, Dr. Mori can discuss dental conditions and treatment options directly with international patients in English.

His clinical approach at PreBeau Oral Care focuses particularly on preventive and minimally invasive dentistry.

For more information about his education, professional activities, publications, and clinical background, please see Dr. Kuniyasu Mori’s professional profile.

What Dental Care Is Available in English?

PreBeau Oral Care focuses on private preventive, minimally invasive, and aesthetic dental care.

Depending on your individual dental condition, available services include the following.

Preventive Dental Care and Professional Cleaning

Preventive care is a central part of our clinical philosophy.

Rather than waiting until a dental problem becomes extensive, we aim to identify individual risk factors and help patients maintain healthy teeth and gums over time.

Preventive appointments may include dental examination, professional cleaning, periodontal assessment, maintenance of existing dental work, and individualized home-care guidance.

If prevention is your main reason for visiting, read our guide to preventive dental care in Tokyo.

Professional Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening is available for patients who would like to improve the appearance of their natural tooth color without removing healthy enamel.

The appropriate whitening method depends on your goals, dental condition, sensitivity, and treatment schedule.

Before whitening, we assess the teeth and discuss whether professional whitening is appropriate for you.

You can learn more about available options on our professional teeth whitening in Tokyo page.

White Spot Treatment With Icon Resin Infiltration

White spots are opaque or chalky-looking areas that can appear on the tooth surface.

They can have different causes, so determining the likely cause and condition of the enamel is important before deciding whether aesthetic treatment is appropriate.

For selected cases, PreBeau Oral Care provides Icon resin infiltration, a minimally invasive treatment that may improve the appearance of certain white spot lesions without conventional drilling.

Not every white spot is suitable for Icon treatment, so an examination is necessary before treatment.

Learn more about white spot treatment with Icon resin infiltration.

Maintenance of Dental Implants and Existing Dental Work

International patients often arrive in Japan with crowns, bridges, implants, veneers, or other dental treatment completed overseas.

Existing dental work still requires professional monitoring.

Depending on your dental history, we may assess the condition of existing restorations, the surrounding gums, plaque accumulation, and areas that may be difficult to clean at home.

If possible, bring previous dental records or X-rays when they are relevant to your current concern.

Your previous dental treatment and maintenance needs can be discussed directly in English.

Same-Day Emergency Dental Care in Tokyo

Dental problems do not always happen at convenient times.

If you develop sudden tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth, a loose crown, or another urgent dental problem, same-day appointments are available Monday through Friday when our schedule allows.

Emergency dental care starts from ¥33,000 including tax.

Additional charges may apply depending on what is required, including prescription medication, X-rays, additional dental procedures, restorations, appliance-related treatment, or insurance documentation.

If you need urgent dental care, please see our guide to finding a same-day emergency dentist in Tokyo.

If you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, major facial trauma, uncontrolled significant bleeding, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms, seek appropriate emergency medical care rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

Fully Private Dental Care in Akasaka

PreBeau Oral Care is a fully private, self-pay dental clinic.

Japanese National Health Insurance is not accepted.

Private dental care allows treatment options and services outside the Japanese National Health Insurance system, but it also means that patients are responsible for the private treatment fees.

We therefore believe that costs should be explained clearly.

Before treatment, please feel free to ask:

• What is included in the fee?
• Could additional treatment be necessary?
• Are X-rays or medication charged separately?
• How many appointments are expected?
• Are there alternative treatment options?

When additional treatment is recommended, we aim to explain the reason and expected cost before proceeding whenever possible.

Private and Travel Insurance

Some international residents and travelers have private medical insurance, overseas health insurance, or travel insurance that may reimburse eligible dental expenses.

Coverage varies considerably between policies.

PreBeau Oral Care cannot determine whether an individual insurer will reimburse treatment.

However, we can provide receipts and prepare documentation for private or international insurance claims when required.

Private insurance documentation: ¥5,500 including tax.

We recommend confirming dental coverage and reimbursement requirements directly with your insurance provider.

A Minimally Invasive Approach to Dentistry

One of the central principles of PreBeau Oral Care is simple:

Preserve healthy natural tooth structure whenever clinically appropriate.

This does not mean that drilling, restorative treatment, or other conventional dental procedures are never necessary.

Sometimes they are.

Instead, when more than one clinically appropriate option exists, we consider whether a preventive or less invasive approach can reasonably achieve the treatment goal.

Depending on the condition, this may mean monitoring rather than immediately treating, emphasizing preventive care, or selecting a conservative treatment option when appropriate.

The correct approach depends on the individual patient, diagnosis, and clinical findings.

Where Is PreBeau Oral Care in Akasaka?

PreBeau Oral Care is located in Akasaka, Minato-ku, central Tokyo.

PreBeau Oral Care
Urbane Akasaka 5F
3-15-5 Akasaka
Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052
Japan

Nearest stations include:

• Akasaka Station — approximately 2 minutes on foot
• Akasaka-mitsuke Station — approximately 4 minutes on foot
• Tameike-sanno Station — approximately 6 minutes on foot
• Nagatacho Station — approximately 8 minutes on foot

The location is also convenient for people working or staying in nearby central Tokyo areas such as Roppongi, Aoyama, Toranomon, Nagatacho, and other parts of Minato-ku.

Office Hours

Monday–Friday

9:30 AM–1:30 PM
2:30 PM–6:30 PM

Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays.

Same-day appointments may be available during clinic hours depending on the schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is There an English-Speaking Dentist in Akasaka?

Yes. PreBeau Oral Care is located in Akasaka, Tokyo, and international patients can communicate directly with Dr. Kuniyasu Mori in English about their symptoms, treatment options, and expected costs.

How Far Is PreBeau Oral Care From Akasaka Station?

PreBeau Oral Care is approximately two minutes on foot from Akasaka Station. The clinic is also accessible from Akasaka-mitsuke, Tameike-sanno, and Nagatacho stations.

Does PreBeau Oral Care Accept Japanese National Health Insurance?

No. PreBeau Oral Care is a fully private, self-pay dental clinic and does not accept Japanese National Health Insurance.

Can Tourists Visit PreBeau Oral Care?

Yes. International residents, business travelers, and visitors to Tokyo are welcome.

If you are leaving Japan soon, please tell the dentist your travel schedule because it may affect which treatment options are practical.

Can I Get a Same-Day Dental Appointment?

Yes, same-day appointments are available when the clinic schedule allows.

If you have an urgent dental problem, please contact the clinic as early as possible.

Can You Prepare Documents for Travel Insurance?

Yes. Documentation for private or international insurance claims can be prepared when required.

The current fee for private insurance documentation is ¥5,500 including tax.

Whether treatment is reimbursed depends on the terms of your individual insurance policy.

Choosing an English-Speaking Dentist in Akasaka

Being able to communicate in English is useful, but language should not be the only consideration when choosing a dentist.

Consider the dentist’s clinical background, treatment philosophy, available services, fee structure, location, and whether you feel comfortable asking questions before making a treatment decision.

At PreBeau Oral Care, international patients can discuss their dental condition, treatment options, expected fees, and concerns directly with the treating dentist in English.

For a complete overview of our services for international patients, including treatment options and fees, please visit our English-speaking dentist in Tokyo page.

About the Author

Kuniyasu Mori, DDS
Director, PreBeau Oral Care

• University of Washington
• Osaka University School of Dentistry
• Postgraduate training at the University of Michigan
• Postgraduate implant training at UCLA

For additional information about Dr. Mori’s education and professional background, please see Dr. Kuniyasu Mori’s professional profile.

This article provides general information about dental care for international patients in Tokyo. It does not replace an individual dental examination, diagnosis, or treatment recommendation.