Tsuru Dental Care Tsuru Dental Care 17705 Hale Ave., Suite E3
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 778-3015
Tsuru Dental Care
Meet the Doctors

Kirk Shimamoto, DDSKirk Shimamoto, DDS
Dr. Kirk is a 1996 graduate of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. He completed his undergraduate work with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology from the University of California, San Diego.

Having grown up in San Jose, Dr. Kirk has decided to make the Bay Area his permanent home, and has been practicing in Morgan Hill for over 10 years. While Dr. Kirk enjoys all aspects of dentistry, his primary areas of interest include implant dentistry and preventative and minimally invasive periodontal(gum) therapies. Every year, Dr. Kirk is always improving his skills and knowledge with extensive post graduate training courses. His philosophy is “Constant growth professionally and personally”.

Dr. Kirk and his wife Darlene are involved in a variety of activities with their two daughters. Together they enjoy traveling, cultural events, and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and cycling.



Darlene Wong, DDSDarlene Wong, DDS
Dr. Wong completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Davis.  She is a  University of the Pacific Dental School graduate and has been practicing for over twelve years.  Dr. Wong  enjoys all facets of general dentistry, but the most rewarding aspects are working with children and cosmetic dentistry on adults.  She continues to strive for improvements and enhancements of her  dental knowledge and skills through participation of  continuing education courses.  When not working as a dentist, she  and her husband, Kirk, are busy caring for their two young daughters.  In her spare time,  Dr. Wong loves to run, knit, read and travel.


Dr. Bruce Kuwano, DDS
Dr. Bruce became interested in dentistry after working at a dental labe while a college student. As a graduate of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco, he has practiced dentistry in Morgan Hill for over 12 years. He enjoys outdoor activities, tooling around the house and spending time with his family.
Keith Shimamoto, DDSKeith Shimamoto, DDS
Dr. Keith has over 35 years of experience practicing dentistry in the Bay Area, and we are lucky to have his wisdom and guidance. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry including cosmetics and implant therapy. Dr. Keith also strives to stay ahead of the latest in dental treatment and technology with extensive continuing education training every year. In his free time, Dr. Keith enjoys traveling and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and diving. He is also an avid woodworker and gardener.


Jennifer Luu, DDSJennifer Luu, DDS
Dr. Luu received her bachelor’s degree in biological science from the University of California Davis in 1999.  She then attended the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry and received her doctorate in dental surgery in 2002.  Dr. Luu has provided patients with cosmetic services such as natural looking porcelain crowns and bridges and esthetic cavity restorations. In addition to cosmetic dentistry, she has focused much of her work on treating families.  Dr. Luu’s kind and gentle nature is evident in her ability to work well with children. She participates in countless hours of continuing education in order to provide the highest quality care in all aspects of dentistry.  Outside of dentistry, Dr. Luu enjoys the great outdoors, including hiking, backpacking, and running.

“My philosophy is to provide patients with quality comprehensive care in a comfortable setting. My goal is to offer each patient the highest standard of dental care by remaining updated with the latest dental techniques and continually pursuing advanced education and training.”

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