Dental ClinicPrivate Practice
Okubo Dental Clinic
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Tokyo Sumida Ward
About
Okubo Dental Clinic is located on the second floor of a public bathhouse (sentō) in Kyōjima, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, a five-minute walk from Keisei Hikifune Station. Director Katsuhisa Ōkubo opened the practice in Oshiage, Sumida-ku in 1985, relocated to the current site in 1992, and has supported the oral health of local residents for over 30 years. The clinic's distinguishing feature is its broad approach extending beyond general dental care. It places particular emphasis on home-visit dentistry for the elderly and preventive care, practicing community-integrated healthcare in collaboration with speech-language pathologists, registered dietitians, and care managers. Guided by the understanding that declining oral function is linked to systemic health risks, the clinic provides thorough care that considers the connections between oral health and stroke, dementia, and fall risk. The clinic also stands out for its active engagement beyond the treatment room: dietary guidance for children, awareness campaigns to prevent choking accidents, participation in the multidisciplinary 'Sumida Shokuiku Good Network' in collaboration with local government and various professionals, and involvement in disaster food support networks. A community-rooted dental practice dedicated to protecting the oral and overall health of every generation—from children to the elderly—through the collective efforts of the entire community.
