Nakahara Dental
About
Nakahara Dental Clinic, operated by Medical Corporation Shoko-kai, is located approximately a 3-minute walk from Wakae-Iwata Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line. Established in 1983 in Iwata-cho, Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture, this dental clinic features a full-time pediatric dentistry specialist certified by the Japanese Society of Pediatric Dentistry, serving patients from infants to the elderly. In addition to general dentistry and pediatric dentistry, the clinic offers a diverse range of treatment options including bite correction from primary teeth stage, teeth whitening, and Dream Dentures without metal clasps. The clinic's fundamental policy emphasizes "minimally invasive treatment that preserves teeth whenever possible," and it has been recognized as a prevention-focused practice with a well-established regular check-up system since its opening. In the field of pediatric dentistry, the clinic provides care for children with disabilities using the TEACCH method (treatment guidance using picture cards) and also offers Oral Myofunctional Therapy (MFT). A multidisciplinary team consisting of dental hygienists, nursery teachers, nutritionists, and myofunctional trainers supports children's growth and development. The clinic is also designated as a training institution for pediatric dentistry specialists by the Japanese Society of Pediatric Dentistry and as a clinical training facility for dentists by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. English-language services are available, and the clinic is equipped with parking and barrier-free facilities, creating an accessible environment for diverse patients. Clinic hours are 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with Saturday afternoon hours from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. The clinic is closed on Tuesdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
