Honolulu Dental Practice

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Honolulu Dental Practice

• Our Address
• 1811 S. King St.Honolulu, HI 96826
• Phone [phone]
• EmailDoctor_at_honoluludentalpractice.com

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Kenneth Woo DDS
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Services-

• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Restorative Care
• Periodontal Care
• Preventive Care
• Dental Care for infants
• Sedation Dentistry
• Cosmetic Dentistry-
• Porcelain Veneers
• Invisalign
• Lumineers
• Tooth Colored Filling
• Porcelain Inlays/Onlays
• Tooth Whitening
• All Porcelain Crowns

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• Restorative Care-
• Crowns and Bridges
• Tooth Colored Filling
• Endodontics
• Dental Implants
• Dentures
• Periodontal Care-
• The Stages of Gum Disease
• The Surgery
• Prevention
• Arestin Therapy

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• Preventive Care-
• Regular Dental Checkup
• Dental Sealants
• Space Maintainers
• Fluoride Treatments
• Dental Care for infants-
• When should dental care begin?
• Birth to 6 months of age
• Six to 12 months of age
• Twelve to 24 months of age
• Facts about deciduous teeth
• Thumb-Sucking and Dental Health
• Diet and dental care for children

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• Sedation Dentistry-
• Nitrous Oxide Sedation
• Cosmetic Dentistry-
• In a study completed by the American Academy of
  Cosmetic Dentistry, researchers found that 9 out
  of 10 patients agree that an attractive smile is
  an important asset. They also found that 75 of
  Americans agree that an unattractive smile can
  hurt an applicants chance for career success.
  Having a smile you love can increase your
  confidence and boost your self-image. If you are
  unhappy with your smile, you may be surprised to
  know that modern cosmetic dentistry offers many
  solutions to common aesthetic problems. Our
  office provides the full spectrum of cosmetic
  dentistry to our patients. Whether you are
  seeking simple tooth whitening or to repair
  crooked or damaged teeth, we can help you to
  achieve a more attractive smile.

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• Porcelain Veneers-
• Porcelain Veneers are artistically designed
  custom thin porcelain layers that are bonded on
  to teeth to create straight, healthy looking
  teeth without the use of orthodontics. It is
  usually a 2 visit procedure. During the first
  visit the dentist removes a small amount of the
  enamel takes an impression, which is sent to
  our highly qualified technicians who design the
  Custom Veneers. It usually takes 7-10 days for
  the Veneers to be back. During this period the
  patient wears temporary Veneers that are custom
  crafted by the dentist.
• Invisalign-
• Invisalign is a revolutionary way to help you
  get even, straight teeth without noticeable,
  painful metal braces. Virtually undetectable,
  Invisalign aligners are made of strong, clear
  plastic that gradually guides your teeth into
  perfect alignment. Unlike metal braces, they have
  no wires or brackets on which your lips or gums
  can snag. During your first evaluation, our
  dentists will help you determine if Invisalign
  is a good option for you. Well then design a
  treatment plan and take tooth impressions, from
  which Invisalign will develop accurate,
  personalized tooth-straightening devices, called
  aligners. Aligners slide directly over your teeth
  and are replaced every two weeks as your teeth
  shift into place. Depending on your case, you
  will wear them full-time (except when eating or
  drinking) for 12 to 24 monthsno longer than you
  would wear traditional metal bracesand see your
  dentist about every six weeks for check-ups.
• Lumineers-
• Lumineers (trademark)are porcelain veneers made
  with patented Cerinate (trademark)porcelain
  technology. They are the painless alternative to
  traditional veneers and crowns. They can
  permanently change the color of your teeth and
  align them in two dental visits. Lumineers are
  the permanent cosmetic solution for stained
  ,chipped , discolored and maligned teeth.In most
  cases the procedure can be done with no shots and
  little or no preparation of the tooth. They can
  be fabricated to be contact lens thin. This
  protects and prevents the unnecessary removal of
  sensitive tooth structure. Lumineers can even be
  placed over existing crown or bridgework without
  having to replace them.

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• Tooth Colored Filling-
• In the past, cavities could only be treated with
  unsightly metal fillings that are alloys for
  silver and mercury. These fillings, especially
  when close to the front of the mouth, are highly
  noticeable and unaesthetic. Sometimes, the
  filling is so large that it causes discoloration
  of the entire tooth. These fillings (or
  restorations) often weaken teeth due to the large
  amount of the original tooth that has to be
  removed. Also there is a risk of Mercury
  poisoning that is used in the filling. Modern
  dentistry has increasingly turned to Tooth
  colored or composite fillings as a strong, safe
  and more natural looking alternative. Composite
  fillings utilize a soft white plastic substance
  that is hardened with a blue light.
• Porcelain Inlays/Onlays-
• Replacing large fillings in back teeth often
  requires stronger, more precisely contoured
  restorations. These are called inlays or onlays
  depending on whether they are being placed inside
  the tooth or on its outer surface. These
  restorations need to be custom-made at an
  off-site dental lab therefore, two visits may be
  required. Once the dental office receives the
  custom inlay or onlay, the patient returns to the
  dentists office, where the restorations are
  bonded into place.
• Tooth Whitening-
• As we age, our teeth lose the brilliant whiteness
  that implies good dental health and youth. The
  unsightly stains associated with tobacco, dark
  liquids, and other factors can leave us feeling
  less-than-confident about our smiles.
  Fortunately, there is a simple solution to this
  dental problem cosmetic tooth whitening. Our
  practice provides convenient, take-home
  tooth-whitening programs and in-office ZOOM!
  tooth whitening to our patients.

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• All Porcelain Crowns-
• If you ever had the notion that dental crowns are
  conspicuous and unattractive, then youve never
  noticed a beautifully crafted all-porcelain
  crown.
• Compared to older porcelain fused to metal
  crowns, all-porcelain crowns have a natural
  appearance in terms of color and contour. When
  done properly, crowns should be extremely
  difficult to distinguish from natural teeth. With
  all-porcelain crowns, no dark lines are apparent
  at the gum line.
• Our office commonly replaces unsightly crowns
  with beautiful new porcelain crowns.
• There are different kinds of  Porcelain Crowns.
  Your Dentist will decide which is right for you
  depending on the color of your tooth.

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• Restorative Care-

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• Crowns and Bridges-
• When a tooth is fractured, has a large old
  filling, or is severely damaged by decay, your
  dentist may recommend the placement of a crown.
  Crowns strengthen and protect the remaining tooth
  structure and can improve the appearance of your
  smile.
• Types of crowns include the full porcelain crown,
  the porcelain-fused-to-metal crown (precious
  non-
• precious) and the all-metal crown.
• Tooth Colored Filling-
• In the past, cavities could only be treated with
  unsightly metal fillings that are alloys for
  silver and mercury. These fillings, especially
  when close to the front of the mouth, are highly
  noticeable and unaesthetic. Sometimes, the
  filling is so large that it causes discoloration
  of the entire tooth. These fillings (or
  restorations) often weaken teeth due to the large
  amount of the original tooth that has to be
  removed. Also there is a risk of Mercury
  poisoning that is used in the filling. Modern
  dentistry has increasingly turned to Tooth
  colored or composite fillings as a strong, safe
  and more natural looking alternative. Composite
  fillings utilize a soft white plastic substance
  that is hardened with a blue light.
• Endodontics-
• It is a field of dentistry that treats the root
  canal system. When decay extends to the pulp or
  the nerve inside the tooth, the person almost
  always experiences spontaneous throbbing pain.
  The pain increases at night and is aggravated
  with cold sweet foods. The Dentist relieves the
  pain and pressure symptoms by treating the root
  canal system which houses the tooth nerve or
  pulp.

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• Dental Implants-
• When a tooth is lost the specialized bony process
  that houses the tooth begins to resorb due to
  lack of stimulation. This causes a decrease in
  width and height of the bone in the area the
  tooth is lost. Neighboring teeth and opposing
  teeth begin to move into the space. This causes
  food lodgment, subsequent decay, gum disease and
  abnormal forces being transmitted to teeth
  leading to fracture of cusps which may
  necessitate root canal treatment or extraction.
  Loss of teeth can also cause the cheek and lips
  to collapse giving an aged look.
• Dentures-
• Over time, peoples teeth tend to naturally
  deteriorate. When a tooth has deteriorated
  substantially, it often needs to be extracted
  and when multiple teeth are extracted, dentures
  may be the most appropriate solution. Dentures
  can create a natural and healthy looking set of
  teeth. In addition, a properly fitting set of
  dentures can greatly enhance your smile and sense
  of self-esteem.
• Periodonatl Care-

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• For Americans in their 30s and beyond, the threat
  of gum disease (periodontal disease) is a very
  real and potentially dangerous condition. Gum
  disease is particularly dangerous because the
  progression of the disease is often painless,
  going undetected until it creates serious
  problems.Although genetics may play a small role
  in its development, doctors agree that gum
  disease is most often directly related to how
  well people care for their teeth and gums.
• The Stages of Gum Disease
• Periodontal disease is a gradual infection of the
  gums and the supporting bone. It is caused when
  the build up of plaque on and around the teeth
  calcifies into tartar. This tartar is covered
  with plaque that contains micro- organisms which
  release toxins causing the first stage of gum
  disease known as gingivitis. Gingivitis is
  characterized by swelling, inflammation, and
  bleeding of the gums. In the advanced stage of
  gum disease (referred to as periodontitis), the
  toxins cause the bone to resorb or dissolve. The
  teeth having lost a part of their bone support
  begin to move eventually with more bone loss
  there is tooth loss.
• The Surgery
• Treatments to alleviate the effects of gum
  disease include deep cleaning, localized delivery
  of antibiotics, home care regular follow up
  care. The periodontist / Dentist begin by
  removing the diseased tissue, tartar, and plaque
  from the tooths surface and below the gum line.
  The root of the tooth may need to be planed and
  smoothed in order to allow gum tissue to heal
  properly. The periodontist may also advise bone
  grafts depending on the amount of bone that is
  lost due to gum disease.
• Prevention
• The ravages of gum disease are best prevented by
  early detection and proper dental hygiene.
  Brushing your teeth twice a day helps to remove
  the thin layer of bacteria that release dangerous
  toxins into your mouth. Flossing or other
  interdental cleansing is also important to keep
  your mouth free from residual food and bacteria.
  Also, using a mouth rinse, prescription or over
  the counter considerably reduces the microbial
  count in your saliva. Finally, maintaining a
  balanced diet and scheduling regular dental
  appointments help stem the advance of gum disease
  and keep you healthy and smiling.

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• Arestin Therapy
• This is a non-surgical treatment of periodontal
  disease. As the name suggests it arrests the
  progression of periodontal disease when used in
  conjunction with scaling and root planing (deep
  cleaning).
• ArestinTM is a locally delivered antimicrobial
  agent which consists of minocycline HCL
  microspheres. ArestinTM is intended to be used in
  pockets with a depth of 5 millimeters or greater.
  It can be used in one or any number of pockets in
  one or several visits. It is dispensed as a 1 mg
  powder and is placed directly into a cleaned
  periodontal pocket using a specialized delivery
  system. Following placement over the next several
  hours or days it will harden and stay within the
  pocket releasing Minocycline over a prescribed
  period of time (usually about 18 20 days),
  thereby providing the appropriate dose of
  antibiotic to the site and reducing the bacterial
  count in the pocket.
• Preventive Care-

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• Regular Dental Checkup
• In order to avoid lengthy procedures maintain a
  healthy disease free mouth we recommend recare
  every 6 months. This allows us to detect early
  signs of disease provide appropriate treatment,
  leading to a favorable prognosis.
• Dental Sealants
• Sealants protect the occlusal surfaces,
  inhibiting bacterial growth and providing a
  smooth surface that increases the probability
  that the surface will stay clean. The ultimate
  goal of sealants is penetrating into the pit and
  fissures of the tooth and sealing them from
  bacteria.
• Space Maintainers
• Space maintainers are appliances made to custom
  fit your childs mouth to maintain the space
  intended for the permanent tooth when it decides
  to come in. They do this by holding open the
  empty space left by a lost tooth by preventing
  movement in the remaining teeth until the
  permanent tooth takes its natural position in the
  childs mouth. This treatment is much more
  affordable and much easier on your child than to
  move them back later with orthodontic procedures.
  Think of space maintainers as insurance against
  braces.
• Fluoride Treatments
• The fluoride ion comes from the element fluorine.
  Fluoride, either applied topically to erupted
  teeth, or ingested orally (called systemic
  fluoride) during tooth development, helps to
  prevent tooth decay, strengthen tooth enamel, and
  reduce the harmful effects of plaque. Fluoride
  also makes the entire tooth structure more
  resistant to decay and promotes remineralization,
  which aids in repairing early decay before the
  damage is even visible.

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• Dental Care for Infants-
• When should dental care begin?
• Most pediatric dentists will agree that regular
  dental care should begin by one year of age, with
  a dental check-up at least twice each consecutive
  year for most children. Some children may need
  more frequent evaluations and care. In accordance
  with this recommendation, the following dental
  checklist for infants and toddlers has been
  provided by the American Academy of Pediatric
  Dentistry
• Birth to 6 months of age
• Clean the infants mouth with gauze after
  feedings and at bedtime. Consult your childs
  pediatrician regarding fluoride supplements.
  Regulate feeding habits (bottle feeding and
  breastfeeding)
• Six to 12 months of age
• During this time, the first tooth should appear.
  Consult the Pediatric dentist for an examination.
  Brush teeth after each feeding and at bedtime
  with a small, soft-bristled brush. As the child
  begins to walk, stay alert of potential dental
  and/or facial injuries. Wean the child from
  breast or bottle by his/her first birthday.
• Twelve to 24 months of age
• Follow the schedule of dental examinations and
  cleanings, as recommended by your childs
  pediatric dentist. Generally, dental examinations
  and cleanings are recommended every 6 months for
  children and adults.

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• Sedation Dentistry-

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• Through the modern miracle of sedation dentistry,
  dentists can treat anxious patients and often
  accomplish dental work in one or two visits that
  may have required many more visits without it.
  Nitrous oxide and intravenous (I.V.) sedation are
  the two conscious sedation techniques most
  commonly used to help patients relax.
• Nitrous Oxide Sedation
• Sedation with nitrous oxide, more commonly known
  as laughing gas, decreases anxiety and promotes
  relaxation while you remain conscious. Nitrous
  oxide and oxygen are mixed together and then
  inhaled through a mask that covers the nose and
  mouth prior to having a dental procedure
  performed to produce sensations of
  lightheadedness, relaxation, and a comfortable,
  warm-all-over feeling. Safe, effective, and
  non-invasive, nitrous oxide is the sedation
  method of choice for anxious or fearful patients.