Aiea Medical Building
99-128 Aiea Heights Drive
Aiea, HI 96701
About Aiea Medical Building
Aiea Medical Building in Aiea Hawaii is located on the Big Island of Honolulu, just north of Pearl Harbor. They have offices for dental care, sleep disorders, surgery centers and clinical labwork. Together, all the do provide care for common ailments that occur in individuals who misuse drugs and alcohol.
Addressing Poor Oral Health
Substance use disorders are strongly associated with oral health problems because of a reduction in saliva production, poor nutrition and limited access to routine dental care. This can lead to extensive tooth decay and weakened enamel that result from frequent vomiting, acid reflux, frequent consumption of sugary or acidic drinks and infrequent brushing and flossing.
I know that using drugs can also lead to teeth grinding, especially cocaine, methamphetamine and some prescription stimulants. Anxiety, withdrawal symptoms and sleep disturbances can also trigger jaw clenching and teeth grinding that lead to jaw pain, headaches and flattened or cracked teeth.
Behavioral Health Issues
Other clinics in Aiea can provide care for behavioral health issues. I saw that there’s a clinic for sleep disorders, which can be a co-occurring feature of drug use. Another offers drug testing while another may provide surgery services that can address open wounds. Taken together, these programs can help clients find peace and comfort as they rebuild their lives.
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