Dr. Young has been practicing in Hawaii since 1990 and has consistently been named one of the Best Dentists in Hawaii by Honolulu Magazine for providing the people of Oahu with exceptional dental care since 2011. You can trust us to pay close attention to your dental health needs and make every visit comfortable. Our priorities are to detect issues early, provide solid restoration options and offer recommendations for preventive care that will maintain your dental health for many years to come.
With a Dental Degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry and Bachelors of Science in Respiratory Therapy from Creighton University, Dr. Young is uniquely qualified not only to provide expert dental care but also to screen for and identify potential airway-related issues, such as snoring and teeth grinding. In fact, Dr. Young may be the only dentist on the island with these unique skills. Airway-related issues can be precursors to future health concerns such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and more. Thats why our office takes the time to screen for these issues because your health is our top priority.
Signs such as teeth grinding, high blood pressure, and/or snoringto name just a fewtogether with your medical history can point to the presence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS). If left undiagnosed, OSA and UARS have been directly connected to larger health concerns such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, dementia, depression, daytime fatigue, and more.
If an airway-related issue is present, we can work collaboratively with your physician and provide referrals to our growing network of medical specialists. These specialists understand the importance of the dental-medical connection and can assist you with your diagnosis. Our practice is deeply committed to the health of our patients!