How we feel about ourselves and how we are perceived by others has much to do with the happiness and success we are able to obtain in today’s culture. We all remember the teen years, but as adults we become especially aware of the impact our appearance has on our...
Two Alternatives to Dental Floss
A few minutes of brushing and flossing every day are all it takes to prevent virtually all dental problems. Most people brush every day, but few people are regular daily flossers. Given the time, trouble, and expense of dental treatment, what are the reasons that some...
My Dentist Says I Need a Crown!
Everyday at Kaneohe Family Dental Care, we are delighted to meet new patients looking for a Windward dentist. A good number of our new patients have already seen a Kaneohe or Kailua dentist and come to us asking for a second opinion regarding the treatment...
Choosing a Dentist in Difficult Times
Every day at Kaneohe Family Dental Care we are thrilled to meet patients who are new to our practice. These new patients come to us seeking a Kaneohe or Kailua Dentist, most often due to the recommendation of their friends and family. A sign of the times is the...
Gum disease; build it and they will come…
Gum disease is the primary cause of tooth loss in adults 35 and over. Sure loosing teeth is bad, but loss of life is worse! It is now widely known that gum disease (aka periodontal disease) increases one’s chance of stroke or heart attack by 80% or more! So what’s new...
Aging your teeth gracefully
Recently, I had knee surgery. After the surgery my Dr. told everything went well but that during her exploration of my joint, she found some cartilage damage. She explained that I would probably require complete knee replacement at some time in the future. She...
My issue with dental floss
For most of my life I’ve been perplexed and upset by the high cost of dental floss. I simply can’t understand how a roll of nylon in a small plastic box can cost almost 5 bucks when an item of clothing at Ross can be purchased for the same price? A bowling shirt and a...