What is this? Biomimetics is a scientifically proven set of techniques and methodologies that focus on preserving teeth and improving bonding and sealing of broken or decayed teeth in ways that mimic natural processes of teeth. This unique approach allows dentists to use small onlays that move, flex and function like actual teeth. This is in [...]
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General Excise Tax 2013
For 2013, you will be seeing the itemized ledger entry for GE Tax … sadly, we all are being taxed for all services. Costco, Chevron, McDonald’s, Wal-Mart … there is no escaping this even for some yogurt dessert. Here at Dental Arts Hawaii, we are here to maximize your dentistry with preventive options. Its a [...]
What should I expect at my first visit?
The initial dental examination is the most important event in the entire oral health program for the patient. At this time, the patient has his or her current oral status carefully assessed and a treatment plan is designed to meet your dental needs, which includes a comprehensive dental program to bring you to complete dental [...]
Do you accept my insurance plan?
In this day and age, we know deciphering your insurance benefits can be confusing. We are happy to help you with insurance concerns. Our office team is familiar with most insurance plans and will process the necessary paperwork for you. What makes you different than any other dental practice I can visit? A lot [...]
MCXL Milling Unit
MCXL The newest addition to the Cerec family. Faster by 60% and quieter by 40% when compared to the ML. Aimed at the multi surgery practice where time is critical. Speed is everything for the MCXL. Additional motors can be fitted to cut downtime as burrs are changed. Communication is by wireless LAN, and again [...]
Does my dental insurance (HDS) cover my costs at Dental Arts Hawaii?
YES !!! HDS will help pay for your services at Dental Arts Hawaii, but may not cover the entire bill. The amounts that HDS will cover vary for different services. Rarely, does HDS pay the entire bill. Often, even at “participating HDS” dentists, you will be paying a deductible or a balance not covered by [...]
Premedication info from ADA.org “If the dosage of antibiotic is inadvertently not administered before the procedure, the dosage may be administered up to two hours after the procedure.”
Prophylaxis Recommendations: Infective Endocarditis (IE) With input from the ADA, the American Heart Association (AHA) released the current recommendations for the prevention of infective endocarditis in 2008. The complete recommendations, including the recommended regimen, can be found in: The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA): Prevention of Infective Endocarditis: Guidelines from the American Heart Association The current recommendations recommend [...]
CADSMILES
Edward Corrales CDT, smiles designer, is a energized and motivated professional who translates into his art work. Dedicated to incorporate the things he loves to work everyday. His talent in photography and art allow him to develop as a master potter in search of natural restorations adapting them exactly all the details that make each smile that he designs. He opened the doors of his Dental Laboratory: “Downtown Dental Designs” in 1997 in San Diego, where he began his independent career. A graduate of DTI (Dental Technician Institute), PAC-live, LVI , Certified CEREC trainer and also a student of the [...]
CEREC OmniCAM see what is new in CEREC AC
Superior Access. Powder free. ColorStreaming. CEREC AC with Omnicam does it all. The engineers at the Sirona Center of Innovation in Bensheim, Germany answered this challenge by developing a camera that is small and beautiful, yet improves upon our innovations of the past: The CEREC Omnicam. Its incredibly compact camera tip allows for the best [...]
COLA for a crown at 4% …
When I became licensed to practice dentistry in Hawaii, it was 1986. The crown of preference was the PFM or Porcelain Fused to Metal in Gold of high precious metal content. The contracted cost for this crown from a local insurance company ranged from $450 to 600 per unit … You would think that the [...]
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