Your partial denture represents a significant investment in replicating the essential function and appearance of your missing teeth. It incorporates a pink base that helps hold it to your existing periodontal structure. Some partial dentures also include simple hardware components to help them connect with the nearby natural teeth. While the dental appliance was created from durable materials, there a... read more »

Cavities, which are caused by bacteria and acid attacks, are holes that develop in the teeth. Typically, cavities form when you have poor oral hygiene, you forget to visit Drs. Char and Mashimo every six months, or you eat many carbohydrates, like candy, cake, soda, bread, cereal, etc. Many people think children are the only ones who can get cavities,... read more »

Complete and partial dentures are designed to meet with the periodontal structure of your mouth to hold firm while you chew your food. Some partial dentures also include special components that help secure the removable dental appliance with the neighboring teeth. Even with this firm connection, many people with a complete or partial denture appreciate a little denture adhesive. When... read more »

Dr. Char, Dr. Mashimo, and our team encourage each of our patients to brush and floss every day. Individuals should brush their teeth at least twice a day and floss once a day. Unfortunately, there are many people who leave flossing out of their dental hygiene routine. Others do not know how to floss properly. Our dentists and team are... read more »

Brushing your teeth is vital to good mouth health. But there is another way to clean your mouth that, in addition to brushing, can be very helpful: chewing sugar free gum. Let’s make sure your brushing technique is on point, then we can talk about how chewing gum can help. To brush your teeth properly, you need a good toothbrush.... read more »

Take a walk down the aisle of your drugstore or grocery store, and you will see a vast array of products designed to whiten your teeth. There are whitening strips, mouthwashes, toothpastes and other kits and products touting the ability to brighten your smile. And there are home remedies that are said to get the job done. One such home... read more »

Bruxism is an oral health ailment that is caused by clenching or grinding your teeth unintentionally. Because it usually happens when we are unconscious, you may not notice any symptoms of bruxism. One of the most often noted symptoms that there may be something wrong with your sleeping habits is the existence of snoring. However, be careful not to jump... read more »

What is a dental crown? If one of your teeth is damaged or decayed, Dr. Edmund L. W. Char may suggest a dental crown in Honolulu, Hawaii. A dental crown, which is tooth shaped, is placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. When cemented in place, the dental crown will cover and protect the entire... read more »

If you have gum disease, then it is important to get the help you need right away. Luckily, our professional team here at Char Dental in Honolulu, Hawaii, is happy to help you with your gum disease, so you can reverse this condition before you suffer painful consequences. Gum disease can cause many things like tooth loss, bleeding or swelling... read more »

Do you suffer from sleep apnea symptoms? This is a disorder caused by irregular breathing while sleeping. This can be in consequence of either obstructive or central sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when air is blocked from getting in the airway. This is mostly due to soft tissues, whereas central sleep apnea is the effect of brain signals failing... read more »