Barry G Kami, DDS

Barry has been my dentist since he began his practice with his father. I was one of his father’s patients. Perhaps one of his father’s beginning patients. I have been going to that office since 1958 when his dad was in practice alone with Barry’s mom as the office manager. Frank, Barry’s dad loved to do gold work and he did all of his own and I may still have a crown done by Barry’s dad. By the way I still have all of my own teeth and have never gone to the dentist and had any pain caused by the Dr. Kamis. Barry is the BEST!!! As an additional note I am a retired critical care nurse and am not eager to give praise to just anyone. You can’t find a better, more concerned dentist. Happy Teeth. Joyce

Best pain management EVER. This is a big deal when needing dental work.
Dr Kami is professional, friendly and efficient. He has loads of staff, is paperless and uses state of the art dental tech. His office is new, clean and visually comfortable.
I called as a new patient, with a tooth broken half off. Two hours later I left with a perfect crown. Using some exotic imaging tech they built a new tooth. No molds. No BS.
And, during the whole process I felt little or nothing. For a crown, that is a first.
Highly recommended.

When I first moved to Berkeley I didn’t have any guidance on choosing a good dentist, so I turned to Unilocal.I came across Dr. Kami’s page with great reviews, but what really sold me was the picture of the Lego version of his office as imagined by a young patient. I thought, if this kid likes going to this dentist, I probably will too! Every appointment that I have had at Dr. Kami’s is somehow better than the last. From the moment I first walked in, spoke with the receptionist and filled out paperwork, through the actual dental cleaning and X-​rays, I felt welcome and secure in the hands of Dr. Kami and his awesome staff. I have been going to Dr. Kami for almost two years, I don’t see myself changing that!

I’ve been seeing Dr. Kami for 30 years, and have had quite a bit of work done (fillings, crowns, night guard). The work of Barry and his assistants is top-​notch, and he’s good with novocaine — I’ve never felt any pain at all. They have state-​of-​the art equipment, like a crown milling machine.
Equally importantly, they’re all wonderful people who really care about their clients. I leave feeling happy. If Dr. Kami gives you a filling, he calls you that evening to make sure you’re OK. I love this.

I have been seen by Dr. Kami for four years now and I have never been to a dentist’s office like this.
Customer service is not something I notice usually unless it’s really poor or really great, in this case the entire staff is consistently great. Even though I have never had a procedure more serious than a filling, this earns me a Dr. Kami phone call to check up on me later.
I only wish he took Medi-​Cal-​my teenagers are in that program and I am struggling to find a dentist without multiple scandalous reviews.

I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with Dr. Kami and his staff! I first found his practice when we had just moved to the area and my husband needed to see someone urgently. Even though he was a brand new patient, Dr. Kami took him right away, referred him to the specialists he needed to see, and called him the day of his surgery with the other doctor. We were both touched by his thoroughness and thoughtfulness! Since then, I have brought both of my children here (both under 5), and they both felt very happy about their visit (which made me feel very good about as a mom). And finally, I had my own first appointment today and am very happy to be a patient here! So much so that I wanted to write a quick Unilocal review to tell others! If you are looking for a dentist, I highly recommend Dr. Kami!

Normally I am not a big fan of dentist. No offense no any dentist out there I just hate the whole process of cleaning and filling my teeth.
However, I love this place, the staff here is incredible, I can reassure you that every time that you have an appointment here Dr. Barry staff will provide you will excellent customer service.
And on top of that you will get a follow up call from Dr. Barry himself. I normally don’t answer, but is always good to get a voice message from your dentist.
Thanks Dr. Barry and staff!

I’ve been coming to Dr. Kami forever. He is a great dentist with a really nice dentist chair side manner. He always remembers me and asks about my kids. Just a warm friendly guy. All of his office staff and hygienists are also very warm and friendly and helpful. Going to the dentist can be stressful, but they make it the least stressful they can. Dr. Kami never pushes for unnecessary treatments. He isn’t all about the $$. He’s about making sure you and your teeth are happy.

The best dentist ever really. I’ve been to many other dentists and I always felt like I overpaid for things that weren’t needed. But Dr Kami is very genuine and honest. He wouldn’t make you to get something that you don’t need.
He really cares about his patients and tries to make them feel comfortable. All the staff is very friendly and nice. I’ve already recommended this dentist to some of my friends.
Their price is pretty reasonable compared to other dentists.

I just called and asked for a teeth cleaning for my son who is off to college… (his regular dentist is booked up) and I was asked to do an exam and x-​rays… It is the second time I am being asked to spend way more money than necessary… I don’t trust dentists and even less dr Kami. I am not sure why he has so many good reviews but I doubt this is an honest rating.

Such an awesome experience! I went to get a chipped tooth fixed, I come from a small town where you get to know your dentist/​doctor/​hair stylist. I was so impressed by how personable all the staff was, Dr. Kami himself even called to check up on me after the procedure. I highly recommend this practice.

He’s the best dentist ever.

Dr. Kami and his team are fully deserving of the five stars on Unilocal and if I could give 6 stars I would! They are all incredibly kind, caring, and make you feel special. I have feared going to the dentist for a while but Dr. Kami completely removed my fear. I had fillings done today, and not only did the staff graciously take me in even though I was almost an hour late (due to traffic) but I also had the most painless and easy filling I could imagine. No, I don’t have anything to compare this experience to because I’ve never gotten fillings before but it was painless and quick! Dr. Kami even called to check up on me tonight from his personal line to make sure I was doing well… you really can’t get a better dentist!

I really can’t say enough about Dr. Kami as a person and professional. I’ve seen my share of dentists and no one comes close to Dr. Kami’s knowledge, efficiency, kindness and care. My family has been seeing him for over 20 years and he’s the only dentist we trusted to take care of my dad while be battled with Parkinsons.
He takes care of every patient like they are family. You’d honestly be very hard pressed to find a better dentist (or person for that matter) anywhere else.

I have had a dental phobia since childhood, but Dr. Kami is so excellent a dentist that my fear is lessening with each visit. Dr. Kami just replaced a crown for me and the experience was painless (my first ever painless dental work). Dr. Kami was so deft that the drilling I dreaded was over quickly. Dr. Kami has high tech equipment to build a permanent crown right then and there (at other dentists’ offices, I had to have a temporary crown and needed a return visit to get the permanent crown).
Dr. Kami is reassuring and good-​humored, as well as terrifically good at his work. He is by far the best dentist I’ve encountered in any of the cities I’ve lived in, including New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C.
It’s also nice that all members of Dr. Kami’s staff are pleasant, as is the office. Cathy the hygienist is excellent at her work as well. My phobia is tottering.

I started going to Dr. Kami two years ago after my old dental hygenist retired. Boy oh boy am I glad I switched! Dr. Kami’s office is like a well-​oiled machine — you’re in, you get teeth cleaned, and you’re out within a half an hour, but they NEVER make it seem like they’re pushing you along & rushing. The entire staff is incredibly friendly, and Dr. Kami himself is extremely funny, compassionate, and full of good cheer. I kept thinking I was catching him on a «good day» until I realized that he’s just like that!
He also called me personally after giving me a filling to see if I was ok, and when I gave birth to my son, his office sent me flowers.
Dr Kami’s office reminds me of what first class must feel like on airplanes — like you’re receiving the best care, like you’re special, and like you deserve top service!

Initially, I was really nervous because I had a bad experience at my previous dentist. After four years of avoiding the letters «DDS» like the plague, I finally decided to go due to a persistent toothache I had been having. Dr. Barry not only looked at my teeth himself, but he was very amicable and explained why my teeth were hurting. After he recommended me a periodontist (it turns out I need a gum graft), he directed me to a very friendly hygienist who was shockingly very gentle with my teeth. My previous dentist always made my teeth bleed profusely and my gums would actually hurt during the process. I don’t know what this lady did (or didn’t do), but I couldn’t feel a thing.
TL;DR? This place definitely deserves the five stars. For a consultation and cleaning, it was ~$ 300, but my insurance (UC Berkeley’s SHIP) covered ~$ 220 of it.

I recently moved back to the bay area (after being away for 12 years) and was in need of a new dentist. I was referred to Dr. Kami by my good friend. He’s great! He’s nice, pleasant, attentive, and likes to give advice by saying, «if you were my daughter,» definitely a family feel to his office.
Jessica, my hygienist, is the best hygienist I’ve ever had! I’ve never had someone so gentle, careful, and thorough. She also continued to ask if I was comfortable during my cleaning. Wonderful treatment, which is super important for a dentist office, as many find dental appointments uncomfortable. Thanks for the wonderful care Dr. Kami and Jessica!

After my original dentist in SF retired, I was in search for the perfect one to fulfill my dental care needs. After a long and extensive search, I found Dr. Barry Kami not through my dental provider suggestions, but yes, through Unilocal!
My experience by far, has exceeded my expectations in dental care, and post follow-​up. First of all, Dr. Kami releases any and if not all pretentiousness by focusing on the individual that is in the chair — YOU. He introduced himself not as «Dr. Kami», but «Barry», and immediately builds that repore before jumping into any dental verbiage, lingo. I felt like I was chatting with my neighbor or someone I had known for many years.
Full assessment: From the pano /​panoramic xray, discussion of treatment to areas to be concerned with in the next 5 – 10 years, Dr. Kami placed special care and emphasis on my needs by calling post procedure to see how I was doing, and if I needed anything to call him /​office. The staff mirrors his work ethnic and geniune level of care for you (from the hygienist to the assistants).
Dr. Kami knows how to listen to his patients, places personal care and really looks out for your best interest in the current and long term aspect of things.
Thank you Dr. Kami and staff for the unique and stellar experience! =D

Dr. Kami and staff are incredible!
I’m new to Berkeley and was in dire need of a dentist. I haven’t seen a dentist in over 2 years.
I looked through Unilocal and read all the great reviews for Dr. Kami. So, I decided to make an appointment.
Since he’s such a popular dentist, I had a wait a bit, but that was okay. Once I was seen, he greeted me with open arms and went through the entire process with me.
I am VERY pleased with Dr. Kami and his awesome staff. :) I highly recommend seeing Dr. Kami if you’re in need of a great dentist.