Hirai Dental Clinic
About
Located in Yamaga City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Iryo Hojin Koki-kai Hirai Dental Clinic provides community-based dental care. Director Dr. Junya Hirai's philosophy centers on conveying the importance of eating through the mouth, supporting the oral health of patients ranging from children to the elderly. The clinic emphasizes preventive dentistry, teaching the importance of combining daily self-care with professional care at the dental clinic. Through brushing instruction, the clinic proposes care methods tailored to each individual patient. Dental implant treatment is also available, offering care that balances functionality for chewing like natural teeth with a natural appearance. Additionally, home-visit dental care is provided for patients who have difficulty visiting the clinic, building a comprehensive healthcare system in collaboration with various regional healthcare professionals. Clinic hours are weekday mornings and afternoons, and Saturday mornings, with Thursday and Saturday afternoons, Sundays, and holidays closed. During weeks with holidays, Thursday afternoons may be open, showing flexible accommodation. The facility includes a parking lot and is barrier-free, making it accessible by car or wheelchair. Credit cards and electronic payments are accepted, offering a wide range of payment options. English assistance is also available. The clinic continues to operate with the goal of being a medical institution that can flexibly respond to changing needs in preparation for the region's aging society.
