Our Services

Dr. Lance Ogata and his staff are dedicated to making sure your visit is as comfortable and anxiety-free as possible. Each procedure will be thoroughly discussed with you and any questions you have resolved prior to the start of your care. Please call us at (808) 877-8090 if you have any questions regarding a specific dental procedure or condition.

Zoom! Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Cosmetic Bonding
White Composite Fillings
Crowns
Inlays and Onlays
Bridges
Full and Partial Dentures
Implants
Childrens Dentistry
Pain-Free Dentistry
Periodontal Therapy
Root Canal Therapy
Extractions
Helpful Dental Links
Smile Gallery
Customer Testimonials

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Zoom! Teeth Whitening

Do you want a beautiful smile? Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest things you can do to improve your smile and boost your self-confidence. Imagine, a single whitening procedure can counteract years of exposure to coffee, tea, red wine, cola and smoking, giving you the smile youive always dreamed of!

We offer several options for whitening your teeth.

• In-office whitening- A whitening solution is applied to your teeth and is activated by heat and light. This in-office procedure typically lasts 30 minutes to one hour and significantly whitens teeth after only one visit. Although stubborn stains may require another visit, results generally last for years and can be maximized with regular dental hygiene.
• At-home whitening- During a visit to your dentist, you will be given a whitening gel and fitted with a custom-made whitening tray. Once you return home, you apply gel to the tray and wear it for 30 minutes a day for 2-3 weeks.

Even with todayis advanced whitening techniques, not everyoneis teeth will whiten with the same results. During the visit with your dentist, your situation will be carefully evaluated and you will be advised accordingly.

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Porcelain Veneers

Do you have discolored or crooked teeth, teeth with spaces between them or teeth stained by fillings? You can change the shape, color and length of your teeth using veneers. Veneers are thin, durable shells designed to cover the front of the tooth. They are typically made of porcelain and are extremely durable, stain resistant, natural-looking and easy to maintain.

Veneers are custom-fitted to your teeth by removing a small amount of enamel and bonding the veneer to your teeth using a safe, high tech polymer resin. You can expect veneers to stay bright and strong for many years by performing good oral hygiene.

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Cosmetic Bonding

If you have teeth that have stains that cannot be removed by whitening, and veneers or crowns are not necessary, then cosmetic bonding might be a good option for you. Cosmetic bonding is an affordable, quick and painless way to repair many cosmetic flaws or injuries, including:

• Gaps in teeth
• Spots or stains
• Chipped teeth

Dental bonding sculpts individual teeth without requiring removal of any tooth structure. This technique bonds a composite material that looks, acts and feels like the real thing, to an existing tooth. This procedure usually doesnit require the use of an anesthetic; is relatively quick to apply; gives an immediate result and is less expensive than veneers.

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White Composite Fillings

Until recently, dentists used a silver and mercury amalgam to fill and seal cavities. Because a larger amount of the original tooth must be removed, these types of fillings often weaken teeth. Recent innovations now allow us to replace old silver fillings with composite or porcelain fillings that are stronger, safer and more natural looking. Say goodbye to imetal mouthi and hello to a beautiful new smile.

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Crowns

Teeth are often restored using silver or porcelain fillings. However, when too much of a toothis structure is removed to support a filling, a crown or icapi may be needed. A crown may be needed to:

• Restore a tooth when it is unable to support a large filling
• Attach bridges
• Protect a weak tooth from fracturing or restore fractured teeth
• Cover badly shaped or discolored teeth
• Cover dental implants

A crown essentially covers a tooth to restore it to its natural shape and size. This permanent covering fits over your original tooth to strengthen or improve the appearance of the tooth. Fitting a crown generally requires at least two visits to the dentistis office.

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Inlays and Onlays

When more than a third of a toothis biting surface is damaged, a dentist will often use an inlay or onlay. Large fillings on back teeth often require a stronger and properly contoured restoration, such as porcelain inlays or onlays. They are created at an off-site dental lab and are bonded into place using a strong resin. Inlays and onlays protect teeth similarly as crowns, but conserve more natural tooth structure and are a better match to your toothis natural color.

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Bridges

Healthy and strong teeth support and maintain your jaw alignment. That is why when you lose one or more teeth, your remaining teeth may shift, and the ability to chew and speak may be affected. A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, eliminating the gap where those teeth had been. The bridge is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support. Regardless of the type of bridge recommended, its success depends on keeping the surrounding teeth healthy and strong.

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Full and Partial Dentures

Missing teeth can create a host of aesthetic and functional problems including sagging facial muscles, inability to eat certain foods and speak. Dentures may be your best solution if youive lost all your natural teeth due to periodontal disease, tooth decay or injury.

Fitting a patient for dentures does not have to be a traumatic experience. During the preliminary visit, the remaining teeth are removed and a model is made of the patientis jaw. An immediate denture may be fitted so the patient does not have to be without teeth while the mouth tissue heals. Once the mouth tissue is completely healed, the patient is fitted with their custom dentures.

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Implants

When you lose a tooth, a dental implant may be needed to replace the tooth root and crown. Dental implants are simply ianchorsi that permanently support replacement teeth. They are secure and durable and can be cleaned and cared for much like your natural teeth.

The procedure requires a titanium root be fitted into your jaw to replace the lost toothis root. Once the implant is anchored into the bone, the bone around the implant requires six weeks to six months of healing. Once the bone has healed, a support post and replacement tooth is anchored onto the implant.

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Childrens Dentistry

Our dentist is comfortable with all phases of childrenis (8 years +) dental care, including cleanings, fillings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more. We have techniques specifically designed for children, which establish trust and help your child accept dental treatment. Our team will regularly evaluate your child's dental needs to provide the highest level of prevention and treatment. As your child grows, we will monitor your childis teeth for early treatment of bite or tooth alignment problems that may arise. We are committed to providing the best possible dental care for your child in a friendly, anxiety-free environment.

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Pain-Free Dentistry

Many people are afraid or uncomfortable going to the dentist. We offer pain-free and anxiety-free dental procedures for patients who fear dental procedures or have difficulty becoming numb. Dr. Ogata will completely numb the area using a topical gel, where you will get a completely gentle and painless injection. Our local anesthetic also prevents pain in your mouth by blocking the nerves that sense and transmit pain. The result is a painless and anxiety-free dental procedure that will leave you smiling!

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Periodontal Therapy

There have been major advances in non-surgical periodontal treatment for chronic periodontal disease. Our state-of-the-art ultrasonic scalers have been designed by a periodontist for maximum effectiveness on root surfaces. Antibiotic gels, which are placed below the gum line, reduce the need for periodontal surgery. And the latest innovation, a dental endoscope (camera) which can be placed below the gum line, further reduces the need for surgical treatment of periodontal disease.

We take every opportunity to help you control your periodontal disease problem non-surgically and then reevaluate to determine the effectiveness of the treatment. If surgical treatment is required, the treatments maximize your comfort and your ability to regrow lost periodontal support.

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Root Canal Therapy

When a toothis nerve or pulp area becomes diseased or injured, a special dental procedure called root canal therapy may help you save that tooth. If the diseased pulp is not removed, your tooth becomes infected and you could lose it. During a root canal, the dentist removes the pulp, cleans the root canal and seals the canal to protect it. Once you are healed, your dentist places a crown over the tooth to help make it stronger. Generally, a root canal is a relatively simple procedure with little or no discomfort.

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Extractions

An extraction is performed when a tooth becomes impacted because it is prevented from growing into its normal position in the mouth by gum tissue, bone or other teeth. Teeth may also be extracted to make more room in the mouth prior to straightening the remaining teeth (orthodontic treatment), because they are so badly positioned that straightening is impossible or to remove teeth that are so badly decayed or broken that they cannot be restored. Tooth extractions can usually be performed with local anesthesia.

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Helpful Dental Links

If you would like additional information about your dental health, visit these very informative sites (make the name the link):

• Academy of General Dentistry
• American Dental Association
• Floss.com
• Zoom! Tooth Whitening
• WebMD Dental Health Center
• Invisalign
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
• American Academy of Orthodontics
• American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Customer Testimonials

"Doctor Ogata is a fantastic dentist - very skillful, patient and precise. He really cares and is a very nice guy to boot! We have been patients for over six years and credit him with keeping our teeth in terrific shape.

There is a positive, pleasant, outgoing office atmosphere and each member of the team is always professional and helpful. With Dr. Ogata, we actually look forward to going to the dentist!"

Dr. G. Scott Phillips and Rena Phillips

"Thank God for all of the lovely ladies in Dr. Ogata's dental office. Without each and every one of them, the dentist office would be a nightmare. The office runs quite smoothly until Dr. Ogata arrives. Fortunately, he usually does not arrive until just before Pau Hana time. By then the majority of the dental work has been taken care of by his expert staff. None the less, he usually whips out his trusty string and door knob trick on some poor unsuspecting sole. At this time, he normally stumbles out the door on his way to the miniature gold course at Maalaea. Of course, before, this he has to give his usual degrading ranting and raving to the staff. This, of course, is expected by the staff as they then anxiously await the next work day knowing they will be able to attend to their professional duties unimpaired until much later the following day. Please note: the above testimonial is based only on hearsay as my appointments are always at 0830 and I have yet to meet Dr. Ogata. This after eight years of excellent service by the lovely ladies as mentioned previously.

My second choice for publication: "Dr. Ogata and his highly trained staff are a credit to the dental profession on Maui. From the time you walk in the door until the time you leave, you are treated with the utmost of care and consideration. Thank you Doc for showing me painless dental care."

I still like the first one the best.

Aloha,

Ken Shaner

"I first came to Lance Ogata with his office was still in Kihei. He was so professional and caring that I have gone to him ever since. Even though I live on Lahaina side, it is more than worth it to drive across island to see him. He always calls to see if things are going well after a procedure. No other dentist I have gone to has ever done that for me. I would, and have, recommended Lance Ogata to others. For me, his professional skills, his caring staff, and his aloha to all his patients are the hallmarks of a great person and dentist."

Judy Duvall

"Can you imagine never being nervous about going to the dentist? That is how you will feel if Dr. Lance Ogata is your dentist. For years, I went because it was the right thing to do for the healthy teeth and mouth I wanted. Now I go because I know I have the best dentist ever. Plus, he has an incredibly efficient office staff, caring and pleasant assistants and a great hygienist. What more could you want? I'll tell you. Several years ago, I was in having some crown work done. When he had completed the work on my teeth, I came out to get in my car. My friend was waiting for me there, had received a phone call while I was in the office. It was bad news! My dad had passed away on the Mainland. We were sitting in the front seat of the car crying when Dr. Lance must have looked out his window and noticed us. The next thing we knew, he was at our car windows, asking me if he had hurt me (while doing the dentistry) and why hadn't I told him. When I explained about my dad, he was amazing. He wanted us to come back into the office, take care of our tears and get some water or coffee - anything to make us feel better. Instead, we ended up going home to take care of calls to family. That night, about 8:00 p.m., the phone range. It was Dr. Lance, wanting to know how I was, and if there was anything he could do to help. I will never forget that gesture of kindness and compassion. So, not only is Dr. Lance the kind of professional you want working on your teeth, he is a friend and a person who cares about you personally, not just as another patient. He understands and practices aloha."

Sue Moore