See What Invisalign® Can Do For Your Smile

IF YOU WANTED TO STRAIGHTEN your teeth back in the day, you really only had one option–traditional metal braces. Nowadays, our patients have a variety of different options when it comes to how they would like to have their teeth straightened and what is most convenient for them. At our office, we offer Invisalign®! 

Invisalign Treatment Provides Many Benefits

Not everyone is a good candidate for Invisalign, but if you are, it may be a great option to achieve your dream smile!

Many of our patients have been apprehensive about treatment due to time, cost, and comfort but during treatment and upon completion of their Invisalign treatment, they have been thrilled and wished they had gotten started sooner!

As the name implies, Invisalign trays are nearly invisible, allowing you to go throughout your daily activities with most people being unaware that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment! The aligners are custom-made for you, ensuring a perfect, comfortable fit.

Of course one of the best perks of choosing Invisalign is being able to eat whatever you want! Because you can take your aligners off while eating and drinking, you don’t have to worry about staying away from the foods that you love. Invisalign trays also don’t affect your oral hygiene routine like traditional braces do. You can brush and floss as you normally would!

You also won’t have to worry about getting used to metal brackets that may cut into your cheeks and lips at the beginning of treatment or during sporting events. With Invisalign, you don’t have to sacrifice comfort to get the smile you’ve always wanted.

Comparatively, Invisalign and braces can be generally the same amount of investment in terms of cost and time. When it comes to cost, our office offers payment and financing options to make this type of treatment fit into our patients' monthly budget.

Dr. Ha also offers Accelerated Invisalign as a courtesy to our patients. As an Accelerated Invisalign patient, you'll be in treatment for less time than traditional braces. Dr. Ha's Accelerated Invisalign typically ranges from 4-10 months. So if you have a busy schedule but still want to improve your smile, Accelerated Invisalign might be just the thing for you!

Here is an Invisalign case of an actual patient of Dr. Ha's. Jennifer was thrilled with the results after she was completed. The case took 4 months from start to Jennifer finishing and getting her retainers!

Watch the video below to hear why Fred chose Invisalign over traditional braces.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImqGL8f8Hw0

Talk To Us About Invisalign

We want your treatment to reflect your unique smile, lifestyle and personality. Call us today to discuss any questions you might have about Invisalign! At our practice, we believe your smile deserves the very best. If you're thinking of Invisalign treatment, call us today at 808-941-2088 for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Ha.

Thank you for choosing our practice. We absolutely love our patients!

Fun Facts from the Doc: Do Dental Fillings Last Forever?

YOU MAY BE SURPRISED TO LEARN that dental fillings and crowns don’t last forever! While they are extremely durable and can last years, there will come a time when they will have to be replaced.

We Check Your Fillings At Your Regular Visits

You may be wondering, “If fillings don’t last a lifetime, then how long DO they last?” That depends on a number of factors, such as the type of procedure performed, the size or area being treated or replaced, the kind of materials used for the filling and the patient’s level of oral hygiene and care.

At your check-up appointment, we will examine your fillings and make sure they are still intact. We will look for early signs of wear and tear so we can replace a dental restoration before it breaks, loses its effectiveness or falls out on its own. We also take x-rays to make sure there is no decay under or around a filling, which can cause it to come loose.

We’re Here For You In An Emergency

Despite your best efforts, a filling may crack or fall out unexpectedly. This is unlikely to occur if you visit your dentist regularly, however accidents can happen. Over time, dental fillings can be weakened by:

• Tooth decay
• Frequent jaw clenching and teeth grinding (bruxism)
• Chewing on hard items or foods
• Injury or trauma, such as those sustained during sports activities
• Time; no filling lasts forever no matter how well kept

Although the following video discusses tooth loss, the same principals apply for a lost filling!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI99sY538aE

If you ever have a filling fall out just remember, don’t panic and don’t wait. Even if it falls out after hours, call us immediately–we’re here for you in an emergency! We will get you in as quickly as we can. In the meantime, keep your filling if you can but don’t try to push it back into place. Make sure to keep the affected area clean and debris-free.

If you don’t experience any pain after losing a filling, it’s still important to come in as soon as possible to have it treated. Not seeking immediate care could result in pain, discomfort and even tooth loss.

Call Us Anytime!

Regular dental visits are imperative to maintaining a healthy smile. With that being said, we know not every dental emergency happens during normal business hours. That’s why we strive to make ourselves available to our patients as often as possible. If you need us, call us! Your health and comfort is our number one priority.

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Dentist Honolulu HI

John Ha, DDS, is pleased to be able to offer beautiful smiles to his neighbors in Honolulu and the surrounding communities.

Dr. Ha earned his bachelor's and dental degrees from Creighton University, where he also completed a dental post-baccalaureate program. He has engaged in extensive postgraduate education, with specific training in dental implant placement and restoration, endodontics (root canal treatment), restorative dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. Certifications in CEREC™ one-visit crowns, Invisalign™ clear aligners, and the Inman Aligner™ demonstrate his achievements in education and training that allow him to provide many options for his patients to obtain the smiles of their dreams. Recent programs in advanced bone grafting and complex implant restoration mean even more patients can receive full-mouth implant restorations without having to be referred to another office. Dr. Ha's commitment to lifelong education means he is constantly evaluating emerging dental methods and technologies in order to provide his patients with the best results in the least invasive manner with a high emphasis on comfort. This commitment ensures the highest level of care, both today and tomorrow.

Dr. Ha is a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He is proud to mentor newly graduated dentists, and he has served as a dental volunteer for Project Homeless Omaha, One World Community Health Services, Give Kids a Smile, and We Serve Day. He has been featured in Dentaltown magazine and Austin MD magazine. In his spare time, Dr. Ha enjoys spending time with his wife Julie and their rescue dog Calvin, running, and cooking new foods.

Honolulu Smile Design
John Ha, DDS
1481 S. King Street, Suite 303
Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 941-2088
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