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Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry 2025 | Kokua Smiles

Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry You Should Know in 2025

March 2025

Did you know that 48% of Americans say a smile is the most memorable feature when meeting someone for the first time? (AACD, 2024). If you’ve been considering improving your ...

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What Are the Benefits of Invisalign? | Kokua Smiles

What Are the Benefits of Invisalign?

March 2025

Did you know that nearly 9 million people worldwide have used Invisalign to straighten their teeth? (Source: Align Technology, the makers of Invisalign) If you're considering orthodontic treatment, you might ...

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Can I Drink Coffee After Dental Implant Surgery? | Kokua Smiles

Can I Drink Coffee After Dental Implant Surgery?

January 2025

Dental implants are a great solution for restoring your smile, but proper aftercare—especially when it comes to the question, “Can I drink coffee after dental implant surgery?”—is essential for successful ...

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How Long Does Periodontal Maintenance Take? | Kokua Smiles

How Long Does Periodontal Maintenance Take?

January 2025

If you've been treated for gum disease, maintaining healthy gums is critical to avoid further complications. One essential step is attending regular periodontal maintenance appointments. But many people wonder, how ...

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Can you drink alcohol after a root canal? | Kokua Smiles

Can You Drink Alcohol After a Root Canal?

January 2025

Ever heard the saying, "No pain, no wine?" Well, after a root canal, it might be time to swap the wine glass for a water bottle- at least for a ...

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Do Endodontists Do Implants? | Kokua Smiles

Do Endodontists Do Implants?

December 2024

Why did the tooth get a GPS? Because it couldn't decide whether to take the root canal or the implant highway! When it comes to dental care, the question, do endodontists ...

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What Happens During First Dental Appointment? | Kokua Smiles

What Happens at First Dental Appointment?

December 2024

The first dental appointment is an important milestone in maintaining oral health and setting the tone for future visits. Whether you're taking your child to the dentist for the first ...

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 Are Dentists Open on Thanksgiving? | Kokua Smiles

Are Dentists Open on Thanksgiving?

November 2024

Thanksgiving is all about turkey, stuffing, and pie-until someone takes the phrase "bite into Thanksgiving" too literally and ends up with a chipped tooth. So, are dentists open on Thanksgiving? ...

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