Please join us in welcoming Kalaheo Dental Group's new dentist Dr. Robert Stebbins, DDS. A University of the Pacific School of Dentistry graduate, he owned a private dental practice for 11 years in Oregon. Prior to that, Dr. Stebbins practiced as an orthopedic surgery physician assistant in San Francisco and spent two years in Bulgaria as a missionary. He has ...
Teens make choices that can have a lifetime of consequences. Oral piercings may “look cool” as a form of expression, but they have serious risks:
At Kalaheo Dental Group, we speak often about the link between oral health and overall health. This is especially relevant when talking about oral cancer. According to the American Dental Association, “Approximately 51,540 people will be diagnosed with cancers of the mouth, throat, tonsils, and tongue this year.” Here are the top 5 risk factors:
Make it Fun! To get kids brushing and flossing for the recommended two minutes, two times a day, use that smartphone at your fingertips. Choose a fun, two-minute tune and let kids rock out while they brush. Brush alongside them to model great technique.
Go to the Dentist! Dental problems ...
Our staff recently provided oral health presentations to the West Kauai Rotary Club and Boys and Girls Club Waimea Clubhouse. We would love to visit your school or community group. Presentations are customized depending on the topic the audience would like ...
Men are not always the greatest at staying up to date with their health checks and yet early detection and treatment for diseases and injuries are the best ways to stay healthy and live a long, happy life.
“The purpose of Men’s Health ...
Ask kids what their favorite time of year is and the answer is almost always summer. What could be better than summer on Kauai?
It’s Children’s Dental Health Month! Here are four tips to help keiki Malama their Mouth.
To get kids brushing and flossing for the recommended two minutes, two times a day, use that smartphone at your fingertips. Choose a fun, two-minute tune and let kids rock out while they brush. Brush alongside them to model great technique.
Dental ...
In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month in February, Kalaheo Dental Group is hosting a Keiki Art Contest!
Few oral health conditions affect patients like losing a tooth – both physically and emotionally. Tooth loss poses so many questions about the future of your health and appearance, making the right decision might seem overwhelming. You don’t have to worry; our experienced dentists are here for you, helping you through the tooth-replacement process every step of the way.
Here are ...
How do you begin your search for a dentist? The most successful dental relationships are built on trust. If you don’t feel comfortable enough to turn to your provider when you suspect a problem, your oral health is likely to suffer.
Choosing a dentist who you can relate to is one of the most important things you can do for your ...
It’s holiday season on Kauai! Seems like it was just summer and now keiki have trick-or-treat candy, Thanksgiving pumpkin pies baking, and Christmas and New Year’s are right around the corner. A magical time of year on Kauai, no doubt, but the holidays can be humbug for our ohana’s dental health. We at Kalaheo Dental Group offer some tips for ...
The candy will be sent to our troops via Operation Gratitude. Since its inception in 2003, Operation Gratitude has shipped more than 1,600,000 ...
“Healthy Mouth, Healthy Life” is an ongoing campaign from Kalaheo Dental Group to hit home the point that good mouth health can lead to a healthy life.
Reuters (8/17, Boggs) reports that research suggests chronic periodontitis, or gum disease, may be associated with “an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.” The article notes that while investigators “found no overall link between ...
In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month in February, Kalaheo Dental Group is hosting a Keiki Art Contest using the theme: My Teeth Are Hungry For....
Keiki are encouraged to show us the non-sugary food and drinks that make for a healthy smile!
On an 8 ½” x 12” paper, draw a picture that illustrates “My teeth are hungry for…” and ...
