Did you know that as many as five million teeth get knocked out of peoples’ mouths every single year? Not surprisingly, a lot of those accidents happens on the playing field. At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City we want to remind everyone how important it is to always wear a protective mouthguard when participating in […]
Emergency Dental Care
Let Us Ease Your Dental Anxiety
If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In both, […]
Help! My Crown Came Off!
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You are chewing an apple and hear an odd sound, then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has come loose. Chances are, the crown (which cost you hundreds of dollars) can be re-cemented. What do you do when your dental crown comes off? It’s important that you take the following steps: […]
5 Cavity Basics
Categories: Emergency Dental Care
Some of the most popular dental topics relate to cosmetic dentistry, such as teeth whitening, veneers, and dental implants. However, the desire to avoid cavities is still the main reason people visit their dentists, so today the Oklahoma City Dental Blog is going to highlight the 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. […]
Can You Handle A Dental Emergency?
Categories: Emergency Dental Care
At OKC Smiles, we hope you never experience a serious dental emergency. It’s important, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and less urgent oral issues. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. Cut off the loose piece. […]
