Hawaii - Kokua Kalihi Valley CHC - AEGD

Health Center Contact:

Jason Hiramoto, DDS - Dental Director
Kokua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services
jhiramoto@kkv.net

Name of Training Site:

Kokua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services - Honolulu, Hawaii

Mission

Kokua Kalihi Valley (KKV) AEGD site proudly offers an exceptional clinical training experience for residents, emphasizing comprehensive, culturally grounded, and patient-centered care within a vibrant community health setting. At KKV, we are deeply committed to shaping residents into confident, compassionate clinicians who are fully prepared for real-world practice while making a meaningful impact on the oral health of underserved communities.

Clinical Experience

• Comprehensive restorative dentistry and prosthodontics
• Dental Implants (restoration)
• Endodontics (anterior, premolar, and molar cases)
• Oral Surgery, including surgical extractions
• Periodontal therapy
• Crown and bridge
• Removable prosthodontics
• Preventive dentistry and community outreach
• Management of medically complex patients
• Urgent care and walk-in emergency visits
• Specialized mentorship opportunities in oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry, oral radiology, orthodontics, and public health dentistry

Technology

• Carl Zeiss OPMI Pico Microscopes
• Intraoral digital scanners (CEREC/PrimeScan)
• DenMat SOL Soft Tissue Diode Laser
• Rotary Endodontics
• CBCT imaging (Dentsply Sirona Axeos)
• Dentrix Enterprise EHR
• DS Core cloud-based platform

Patient Population

• Pacific Islander and Asian communities
• Medicaid, Medicare, uninsured, underinsured, and private-pay patients
• Adults with complex restorative needs
• Pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
• Individuals experiencing social determinant challenges

Life Outside the Clinic

• Ocean activities and beaches
• Rain forests, waterfalls, and scenic hiking
• Local markets, music, food, and cultural events
• Convenient airport access (HNL)

Life as a dental resident on Oahu offers a refreshing balance between work and personal life. After a long day, the island provides countless ways to unwind - whether it’s a peaceful walk along the beach, a quiet hike through lush mountain trails, or a visit to a local farmers' market. Dental residents can also enjoy a rich mix of cultural cuisines and experiences, making it easy to find moments of relaxation and connection throughout the year.