Dr. Lauren Todoki is a board-certified orthodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics who cares for children, teens, and adults across Central Oʻahu, including here at Mililani Orthodontics. A Honolulu native, she brings research-grade training and a warm, patient-centered approach to braces, Invisalign®, and early treatment.
Dr. Todoki’s credentials run deep: she is a recipient of the Milo Hellman Research Award (2020) from the American Association of Orthodontists, an inductee of Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), and a former affiliate faculty member at the University of Washington.
Board-Certified Orthodontist (ABO Diplomate)
After completing her orthodontic training, Dr. Todoki earned her board certification from the American Board of Orthodontics, the voluntary distinction held by roughly one in three orthodontists, awarded for demonstrating advanced knowledge and clinical skill to a panel of expert peers. Learn more about board certification.
Education & Training
Inspired to pursue dentistry at a young age by her father, Dr. Todoki is a graduate of Punahou School who went on to earn dual degrees before her specialty training:
- Degrees in Biological Sciences and Japanese: University of Southern California
- D.D.S.: University of Missouri-Kansas City
- M.S.D. + Orthodontic Certificate: University of Washington (Specialty training)
She fulfilled her childhood dream of becoming an orthodontist at the University of Washington, where she later returned as faculty.
Research, Teaching & Recognition
Dr. Todoki’s research and teaching include:
- Milo Hellman Research Award: 2020, American Association of Orthodontists
- University of Washington, Dept. of Orthodontics: Past Affiliate Assistant Professor (2021-2024)
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU): National dental honor society inductee
- Memberships: ABO, AAO, ADA, HSO, PCSO, HDA
She was also named a Honolulu Magazine Best Dentist (2026).
Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Todoki brings the same rigor she applied in research to the chair: careful diagnosis, clear explanations, and a plan tailored to each patient’s goals. She loves creating confident smiles and making families feel at ease from the first free exam, which uses comfortable iTero® digital scanning instead of messy impressions.
A Connection to Hawaiʻi’s Families
A Punahou School graduate with deep roots in the islands, Dr. Todoki studied both biological sciences and Japanese at USC. After years of research and teaching on the mainland, she chose to bring that evidence-based, individualized approach home to the families of Central Oʻahu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Lauren Todoki a board-certified orthodontist?
Yes. Dr. Todoki is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a recipient of the AAO’s Milo Hellman Research Award (2020).
Does Dr. Todoki have teaching or research experience?
Yes. She served as an Affiliate Assistant Professor in the University of Washington’s Department of Orthodontics (2021-2024) and has published peer-reviewed research:
Schedule With Dr. Todoki
Meet Dr. Todoki and the Mililani Orthodontics team for a free new-patient exam, you’ll leave with a personalized plan and a clear quote in one visit. We’re at 95-1249 Meheula Pkwy #135, inside the Town Center of Mililani.