The Dentist Who Asks,“But Why?”

A Closer Look At The Questions Behind The Care

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THE QUESTIONS OTHERS OVERLOOKED

While Most Dentists Focus on "What's Broken?" Dr. Chris Kept Asking "What's the Root Cause?"

During his time at UCSF dental school, he began to see something troubling. Patient after patient returned with the same recurring problems, including new cavities, replacement crowns, and ongoing gum treatments. It was a cycle that never seemed to end.

But the deeper questions went unanswered:

What triggered this in the first place?
Could it have been prevented?
How do we break the cycle for good?

Those unanswered questions stayed with him long after graduation. That's when the realization hit. Treating symptoms wasn't enough. He wanted to get to the source.

THE ART OF DOING IT RIGHT

Deliberate, Patient, Refreshingly Thorough

Nothing is rushed here. Not the way Dr. Chris listens, plans, or builds your trust. First visits often stretch beyond an hour without a single instrument being picked up. The point isn't to jump into treatment. The point is to truly understand:

What brought you in
What's been overlooked
What's standing between you and better health

Livewell Dental was founded on a simple belief: take the time, do it once, do it right.

"Some patients come in convinced they need a crown. What they actually need is someone willing to slow down and ask the right questions."

A Human Being With Hands That Heal

Dr. Chris is a father. A husband. An avid skier and triathlete. A photographer. He used to think great dentistry meant getting every detail “just right.” Now, he sees it as something deeper: being fully present, every time, for every person.
Dr. Chris Kim at an Implant Accelerator course teaching advanced technique
Group of dental professionals at a course led by Dr. Chris Kim
Dr. Chris Kim instructing dentists at Implant Accelerator
Dental professionals at an advanced training session with Dr. Chris Kim
At home, he’s with Sara and their son Ollie making pasta, sipping coffee, or behind a camera lens. His hobbies aren’t a break from dentistry; they’re the same values in a different form: precision, beauty, presence.

Excellence That Speaks for Itself

What respected colleagues say about Dr. Chris and his care

“Dr. Chris is one of the most exceptional and highly educated professionals I’ve had the privilege to know. Having worked alongside him, I’ve witnessed his attention to detail firsthand. He is truly one of a kind, and his patients are fortunate to have a dentist so committed to staying at the top of his field and delivering the best possible care. Dr. Kim, your patients are incredibly lucky to have you.”

– Dr. Katie Allen

@chriskim.dds you are one of the most talented, passionate, and excellent dentists I have ever had the privilege of treating mutual patients with. If anyone in my family needs high quality dental care, I’m calling you. Keep doing what you do to advance the profession and treating your patients with the highest standards.”

– Dr. Justin Hughes, Orthodontist

@Implant.accelerator – Dr. Kim is dedicated to life-long learning and has a genuine heart for sharing his knowledge and skills with his patients as well as his colleagues. Dr. Kim serves as a clinical instructor for Implant Accelerator, a continuing education institution for dentists. His level of understanding in oral health is top 1% in the country. We are all so lucky to have him serve our patients and colleagues

– Dr. John Ku, W Plus Dental

“Dr. Kim is one of the most devoted dentists I know. His patients are lucky to have him. He is one of my go-to colleagues to run cases by when I’m looking for another opinion. The passion he has for our profession inspires me to do better in my own practice.”

— Dr. Curtis Henderson

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