General Treatment

The practice of general dentistry encompasses an amazing array of services and procedures, all with a common goal: to help you to preserve your natural teeth as long as possible, keep you in good oral health, and help you look and feel great throughout your life.

Oral health is closely tied to your general health and is an essential component. Medical research has revealed links between common oral infections and serious general health conditions including cardiovascular disease. Maintaining the health of your teeth, gums and other oral tissues are therefore of the utmost importance.

Starting in childhood, health-promoting habits can be developed early on to protect you throughout your life. Even toddlers can benefit from a trip to the dentist's office to be examined for early signs of tooth decay. Becoming accustomed to the place where many important preventive services will be performed throughout childhood and beyond is something that should be started early. Every stage of life carries with it particular oral health concerns, and your dentist can help identify and address every one of them.

All practicing dentists in the state of Hawai’i complete a four-year dental school program and then take a rigorous exam to become licensed to practice. Dentists then periodically take continuing education courses to stay abreast of new research and technology.

General Dentistry Procedures

Modern dentistry offers a wide range of services to maintain your oral health and its functions. These procedures include:

  • Cleanings & Oral Exams, to keep your teeth and gums healthy, and catch early signs of dental disease

  • Crowns & Bridgework, to replace lost tooth structure and/or missing teeth

  • Dental Implants, for replacement teeth that last forever

  • Extractions, to remove unhealthy teeth that cannot be saved

  • Fillings, to restore decayed teeth

  • Oral Cancer Screenings, to detect a dangerous disease that can be cured if caught early

  • Orthodontics, to give you the straight teeth you've always wanted

  • Removable Dentures, to help you smile again

  • Root Canal Treatment, to rescue diseased teeth

  • Sealants, to help prevent cavities

  • TMD Treatment, for pain in the jaw area that can interfere with biting and chewing

  • Tooth Decay Prevention, so you keep your natural teeth as long as possible

When to Visit the Dentist

Many people only go to the dentist when something is wrong. This can cause you to miss out on so many preventive services that can save discomfort and expense, down life’s road. Regular dental visits are essential to make sure oral health problems — from tooth decay to oral cancer — are detected and treated in a timely manner. Going to the dentist once a year at a minimum is recommended, but some individuals may need to see the dentist more often to stay on top of problems like plaque buildup and gum disease.

Your regular dental visits will include a thorough oral exam to check the health of your teeth and gums; and oral cancer screening to spot any suspicious signs early; and a professional cleaning to remove stubborn deposits and make your teeth look and feel great. Don't miss out on the many benefits general dentistry offers you and your loved ones!