Hawaii Dental Service (HDS)

About Us

Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) is the first and leading dental benefits provider in Hawaii serving nearly 1-million Hawaii residents. More than 95% of all licensed, practicing dentists in Hawaii participate with HDS, creating the largest network of dentists in the state.

Hawaii’s First Dental Plan
HDS has been operating in Hawaii since 1962.

Hawaii Residents Overwhelmingly Choose HDS
HDS serves more than half a million members in Hawaii. Most Hawaii companies offer HDS dental plans to their employees.

Largest Choice of Dentists
More than 95 percent of Hawaii’s licensed, practicing dentists are HDS participating dentists. Visiting a participating dentist saves you money!

Excellent Local Customer Service
Our local representatives provide quick and friendly customer service. Call HDS Customer Service weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 529-9248 or toll-free at (800) 232-2533, ext. 248. After hours, use our HDS DenTel automated phone service at 545-7711 or toll-free at (800) 272-7204.

Rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company
HDS has been rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company, the leading provider of rating and financial data for the insurance industry.

Convenient Web Site Access
Visit the HDS Web site to search for a dentist, check your eligibility and plan benefits, access Explanation of Benefits statements to view dental services you have received, or even print or request your membership card.

Extensive Mainland Coverage
HDS is part of Delta Dental, the largest dental insurer in the nation.