Tazawa Dental Clinic
About
Tazawa Dental Clinic, located in central Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a dental care institution supporting the oral health of the local community, primarily through general dentistry services. The clinic offers English-language consultations, making it accessible to patients who require dental consultations in languages other than Japanese. The facility features a parking lot and barrier-free design, allowing elderly patients and those with physical disabilities to visit with confidence. Consultations are available on weekdays and Saturdays, with Saturday hours extending until 5:00 PM, offering convenience for those who find weekday visits difficult. A notable feature of the clinic is its fabrication and fitting of oral appliances for sleep apnea syndrome. As a participating institution in the Hiroshima Prefecture Perioperative Oral Function Management System, the clinic manages oral function in patients undergoing surgical procedures such as cancer treatment, contributing to the prevention of postoperative aspiration pneumonia and infections. The clinic also serves as a designated consultation resource under the Hiroshima Prefecture Dental Healthcare Service Access Support Program, providing a point of contact for patients who face difficulties receiving care at general dental clinics, including those with disabilities, individuals requiring nursing care, and patients with severe dental anxiety. Free dental check-ups for the latter-stage elderly and special dental health examinations under the Industrial Safety and Health Act are also conducted, reflecting the clinic's broad role in regional healthcare.
