Pedodontic Associates Inc. Kahala

"How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!" —Maya Angelou

Attitude is everything!

It’s normal for your child to feel nervous before visiting the dentist. We will do everything we can to help ensure your child has a pleasant experience at our office! If you have any questions, please give us a call!

We are a kid-friendly and family-oriented practice, where each child is treated gently and patiently, with respect for their unique needs. We maintain a welcoming and fun-filled office, where we earn parents’ and patients’ trust and smiles, one child at a time!
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There is no time like the present to make flossing fun! 😀

Question: How often do you really need to floss?
Answer: Every day! It’s important to make flossing a daily habit in order to keep your gums strong and healthy, and prevent gum disease.

Many people do not think about caring for their baby's teeth because they believe they will just fall out. However, baby teeth provide pathways for adult teeth to grow into, and it’s still important to keep them healthy! Give us a call to learn more!

Dental appointments for children are important not only to evaluate tooth and gum health, but to educate them on preventing dental problems throughout their lives. A child should have her or his first dental exam about six months after the first tooth erupts from the gums, and should visit a pediatric dentist every six months thereafter.
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If your child has a loose baby tooth, you may wonder if you should try to pull it out or just wait for it to come out on its own. It may be tempting to simply pull the tooth from your child's mouth, but this is not always the best course of action. Give our office a call to discuss before you pull a loose tooth.

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother’s Day, Mothers! You make the world go round!

Children are usually ready to floss independently when they're seven or eight years old, and it’s important to help them remember to make this a daily habit. There are many fun, child-friendly floss options that kids will love to use every day!

Sometimes the most difficult thing to do is believe in ourselves, but when you do, anything is possible!

A fluoride treatment is a concentrated form of fluoride that is applied to the surface of the teeth while you are at the dentist. We can help you decide if this treatment is right for your child. Make an appointment today!

Pediatric dentistry is an area of dentistry that specializes in treating the oral healthcare needs of children. Pediatric dentists provide regular checkups, cleanings and fluoride treatments, and overall oral treatment and care for children‘s teeth. To schedule your child's next appointment, give our office a call!
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Show us those pearly whites! We love to see our patients showing off their happy and healthy smiles!

Bringing your child in for dental cleanings at least twice a year is a great preventive measure that can protect them from dental issues in the future. To schedule your child’s appointment, call us today!

Happy Boys’ Day! Tango no Sekku was originally celebrated to wish boys success, health, and happiness in their life. We love supporting all our patients through the many stages of childhood and adolescence! We can’t get enough of these healthy and happy smiles on our patient’s faces!

Our talented Aunty Ethel decorated the bulletin board in our office to make today extra special! Make sure you see it for yourself next time you stop by!

Many kids and teens love to sip on soda, but it could be putting them at risk of cavities! Soft drinks are one of the worst drinks for your child’s teeth because they contain acid. This can lead to an increased risk of cavities and dental erosion. Consider offering them unsweetened tea or water instead!

Any individual, child or adult, who engages in contact sports, such as football, hockey, boxing or lacrosse, or participates in any activity in which the mouth is vulnerable to injury, such as bicycling or skateboarding, is advised to wear a mouth guard. To learn more about mouth guards for your child, visit our website!
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May Day is Lei Day in Hawai`i Nei!
Did you know that a dentist is a doctor, engineer, and an artist? In addition to beautiful esthetic dental work, Dr. Kobayashi uses her artistic creativity to make lei po’o and even pikake earrings!

Going to the dentist doesn’t have to be scary! Our professionally trained staff and caring dentists work hard to make sure your little ones feel safe and welcome in our office. We ensure that kids of all ages have a positive experience going to the dentist. Call today to find out more about our office!

Is your child around 7-8 years old? Do they know how to floss their teeth independently? This is a great age to start teaching your child how to floss their own teeth and make it a habit every day!

Orthodontic problems such as crowding of the teeth, too much space between the teeth, protruding teeth, and jaw problems are all very common. The earlier these problems are addressed, the better it is for your child. If your child is between the ages of seven and eight and is showing signs of needing orthodontic care, contact our office!

At Pedodontic Associates, our doctors and team have cared for growing smiles since 1977. Providing quality, personalized treatment, we help children feel at home in the dental environment and enthusiastic about taking care of their smiles! Visit our website to learn more!
https://www.pedodonticassociates.com/