By some estimates, roughly half of the adults in the United States have some level of gum disease – mild, moderate, or severe. That’s a staggering statistic, because gum disease can not only lead to lost teeth, but also to a number of potentially serious health conditions. At A Downtown Dental Group in Honolulu, HI, Dr. Wilfred Miyasaki offers ...
Read MoreDo you sometimes see a little blood in the sink after you're done brushing or flossing? Don't ignore it. That's a big sign you have gum disease. If untreated, this condition can lead to bone loss and your teeth falling out. That's why you need to call our Honolulu, HI dental office today at and schedule an appointment for gum disease treatment. ...
Read MoreHere at A Downtown Dental Group, located in Honolulu, HI, we love helping patients maintain healthy smiles and avoid gum disease! Get the information you need to arm yourself against it by checking out the infographic below. Please give us a call at schedule a checkup if you are concerned: . We look forward to working with you. ...
Read MoreIf you have diabetes, you are already burdened by so many extra things to do. You have to test your blood sugar levels, take medicine or insulin, and be very careful about what you eat. That’s because diabetes has far-reaching effects on your body. But did you know it can impact your dental health as well? Here’s how diabetes can complicate ...
Read MoreAll things considered, insurance is a great thing. Sure, paying the premiums each month gets old, and there’s always someone with a story about how some insurance company refused to pay. That can happen when you don’t know how insurance works. Some people think that insurance pays for everything, or that there are no limits. Why do people not ...
Read MoreWe don’t often think of our mouths as having any direct connection to the health of our bodies, but that couldn’t be less true. The more and more scientific research that goes into studying the mouth-body connection the more we learn about the impact of poor oral health on our bodies. In order for your oral health to affect your health there ...
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