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  • Osteoporosis and Oral Health

    posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

    Today, the doctor and our team at Uehara Family Cosmetic Dentistry, Inc. (Honolulu) thought we would examine the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health, since 40 million Americans have osteoporosis Read more
  • Seal of Approval

    posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

    Outside activities? You slather your kids with sunscreen. Biking? You don’t let your child leave the house without a helmet. Youth sports? You provide mouthguards and padding and headgear and Read more
  • Oral Health during Pregnancy

    posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

    Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, as you eagerly wait for the birth of the new addition. Needless to say, pregnancy comes with Read more
  • April is National Facial Protection Month

    posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

    The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more
  • My mouth is dry. What can I do?

    posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

    Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read more
  • Should I use mouthwash?

    posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

    Mouthwashes are commonly used as a part of a daily oral care regimen. Not only do they freshen breath, but some are capable of improving dental health too. Using a Read more
  • St. Patrick's Day

    posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

    On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
  • Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths

    posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

    At Uehara Family Cosmetic Dentistry, Inc. (Honolulu), we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest Read more
  • How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety

    posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

    Sometimes people feel a tiny bit nervous when they sit in the dental chair. And sometimes it’s more than a tiny bit. If your anxiety over visiting the office leads Read more
  • What’s the Big Deal about Sleep Apnea?

    posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

    What’s the big deal about a little snoring during the night? Or feeling a bit drowsy during the day? Or an occasional bout of insomnia? If your sleep problems are Read more
  • Valentine's Day History

    posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

    Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read more
  • February is Heart Month

    posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

    The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
  • What is a crown?

    posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

    If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get Read more
  • Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth

    posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

    When your wisdom teeth start to emerge it can definitely be painful, but it can be even worse if your wisdom teeth become impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are trying to Read more
  • Floss? Sticks? Picks? Which Should You Choose?

    posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

    You might have noticed that the dental aisle of your drugstore is larger than ever, with more options than ever for getting the spaces between your teeth their cleanest. Flosses Read more
  • Diet and Dental Health: What to eat and what to avoid

    posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

    You are probably aware that guzzling soda and drinking those sugary Starbucks Frappuccinos aren’t particularly good for your dental health. But how much thought do you give to the effects Read more
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Featured Articles

  • Bridges

    When you lose a tooth, it affects not just the appearance, but the function of your smile. It can be difficult to eat or speak naturally, extra stress is put on your remaining teeth, you’re at greater risk for developing gum disease, your remaining teeth can shift out of position causing bite problems, ...

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  • Orthodontic Retention

    Getting your braces off is definitely a cause for celebration. You can finally enjoy your new smile after all that work and effort! But getting your braces off isn’t the end of treatment. Once your braces come off, you will enter the retention period of treatment. During the retention period, you will ...

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  • Inlays and Onlays

    Inlays and onlays are indirect restorations used to repair molars and premolars damaged by decay or trauma. Inlays and onlays fit more securely and last longer than fillings, strengthen compromised teeth, and preserve more natural tooth structure than crowns. An inlay is used to restore the center of ...

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  • Dental Implants

    If you have recently dealt with an injury or disease that affected your oral health, there are options available to recover the smile you once had. You may even be able to achieve a better smile than the one you had. Dental implants make it possible to renew your smile if you have lost some teeth. There ...

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  • Tooth Decay Prevention

    What is tooth decay? Tooth decay begins with the Streptococcus mutans bacteria. These bacteria join with food particles and fluids in the mouth to create plaque, a constantly forming biofilm which sticks to the surface of tooth enamel. The bacteria in plaque convert the sugars in our foods into lactic ...

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  • Root Canal Treatment

    Every tooth has two sections: a crown, the visible part of the tooth above the gum line, and one or more roots, which anchor the teeth within the jaw. Each tooth has three basic layers: an outer layer of hard enamel (which protects the crown) or cementum (which covers the root), a middle layer of softer ...

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  • Fillings

    The bacteria in plaque produce acids that erode tooth enamel, eventually creating a hole, or cavity, in the tooth surface. Left untreated, this decay can spread to the interior of the tooth, and might lead to the need for a crown, a root canal, or even extraction. When caught early, your dentist can ...

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  • Veneers

    A dental veneer is a thin, durable porcelain shell that is custom-fabricated to cover the front of a tooth. Veneers can restore the appearance of teeth with chips, cracks, and stains, can close small gaps between the teeth, and can reshape misshapen or slightly misaligned teeth. Veneers are a popular ...

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  • Educational Videos

    Take a few minutes to watch our educational videos and learn more about different dental treatments and procedures. Video topics include general & cosmetic dentistry, Implants, oral health and hygiene, orthodontics and preventative dentistry. ...

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  • Laser Decay Diagnostics

    Using lasers, dentists can detect tooth decay that is not yet visible and would otherwise be undiagnosed using traditional methods. Laser cavity detection is based on the fact that healthy tooth structure reflects light, or “fluoresces,” differently than does decayed tooth structure. Teeth with decay ...

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    The entire staff are warm, courteous, helpful and professional. I live in Aiea and will drive down to Ala Moana for my appointments because I love Dr. Jill and my hygienist Chris. GOD bless your Dentistry!

    - Dene G

    Very friendly and complete cleaning and comments about my home dental care. I appreciate her excellent care!

    - Jeffrey T.

    Always, fast and efficient work done.

    - Emmitt B.

    My favorite dentist I have ever had. Thank you for great care.

    - Jonathan S.

    professional, clean, and friendly staff

    Love this family of dentists.

    - Leo D.

    The best!

    We love the Uehara’s! Always professional, punctual & friendly!!!

    - Tracy F.