It has now been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. Oklahoma dental patients should be grateful for the advances made in dentistry during the past century and a half. There was a time when Moore blacksmiths and wig makers would also extract teeth with forceps to make […]
General Dentistry
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to beautify your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth prior to the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will take place. To help slow down that process, OKC […]
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and now hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants, you can! For most patients, a tooth implant is the perfect replacement for both the root and crown of a […]
No Dental Insurance? Prioritize Spending For Dental Care
Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many Oklahoma employer plans have limited benefits. Some individuals who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too expensive.” If you are really living below the poverty level, this excuse may be valid. But if you have an average income, you can probably shift your priorities […]
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City we are big advocates of good dental health, and really promote regular brushing and flossing. Since we’re a dental practice that should come as no surprise! Many of our patients bring questions with them to their checkups, like which toothpaste to use or proper tools and techniques. We think […]
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a hard time working […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A floss pick […]
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Saliva is an important part of good oral health. Without an adequate flow, you’d find it very difficult to chew and swallow. If you have a problem with dry mouth, let us know at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. Saliva is produced by several glands in and around the mouth, and it is mostly water. […]
Bad Breath Is No Fun
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
This post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City takes on an unpleasant topic: bad breath. Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes […]
Bad Breath Q & A
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this blog post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we have some answers to frequent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is repulsive, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can propagate and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time […]
