Cosmetic Dentistry

At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Most Moore dental patients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restoratons‘ because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit. An ‘indirect restoration’ is fabricated in a dental lab. […]

You may not be able to convey why all the elements blend in perfect harmony, but you know it when you see it. I’m talking about a positive smile. You may be surprised at how many components Dr. Phan must consider when planning for a smile makeover. Here are a few of the most obvious […]

There are basically two ways to handle a chipped tooth: 1. Panic. 2. See Dr. Mark Phan right away and get on with life. Dr. Mark Phan at OKC Smiles can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly preforming the procedure. Decay, missing teeth, braces, even crowns can […]

Your maxillary sinuses are very close upstairs neighbors of your top teeth. In some areas, only a sliver of tissue separates the upper tooth roots from the bottom of the sinus cavity. It’s no wonder that when there is pain in that general area, the specific location can be hard to pinpoint. Allergies, infections, and […]

Welcome to the OKC Smiles dental blog, Oklahoma City! I am Dr. Mark Phan. Today’s post focuses on teeth whitening. Unfortunately our teeth lose their luster as we grow older, but I see staining on young patients, as well. Moore area residents of all ages want whiter teeth. To protect from staining, it is critical […]

Here at OKC Smiles, our mission is making the smiles of all Oklahoma dental patients white and bright. My name is Mark Phan and today we are going to talk about ways to enhance your beautiful smile. Maybe as a teen you were prescribed tetracycline to combat acne, but have now been left with discolored […]

In today’s article we will focus on three innovative procedures used in smile redesigns. 1. Tooth Implants Tooth implants are transforming the face of dentistry. For most patients, a dental implant is the prime solution for a missing tooth. A dental implant is a metal (usually titanium) rod implanted into the bone to replace the […]

Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Some of the most common concerns of Norman, Edmond, and Mustang dental patients pertain to cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening. Because many dental products such as toothpastes and mouthwashes say they can enhance your teeth, it’s natural to examine changing your brand […]

OKC Smiles cosmetic dentistry can not only brighten your smile, it can improve the health of your teeth and make your face more pleasing and younger-looking. Additionally, it can help with TMJ issues, and it definitely increases your self-esteem! What’s more, cosmetic dentistry is surprisingly rapid and virtually pain-free. Why? Because of industry-leading dental technology […]

A perceived lack of affordable dentistry in Moore is one of the biggest reasons many people in our community avoid going to the dentist. However, the truth is that affordable dentistry is available in Oklahoma City at OKC Smiles.