General Dentistry

Most people know that Vitamin D is vital for healthy teeth and bones, but many of us still don’t get adequate amounts. This post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City is a friendly reminder to our friends and patients—especially expectant mothers—about the importance of Vitamin D. Here is a sampling of Vitamin D findings: Several recent […]

One common reason given by people who don’t floss their teeth is it’s hard to fit it into their schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, the team at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City has some suggestions to fit flossing into your day. The most […]

In this post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we look at some information about brushing. One of the ways of getting the most out of your toothpaste is creating foam. Working up a good foam is attained by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90 degree angle. The foaming aids […]

In this post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we’re going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, gum […]

In this message from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we share a recent study on the effects of e-cigarettes on oral health. That study has more dismal information for anyone who thinks vaping is less risky than traditional cigarettes. Writing in the journal Oncotarget, scientists concluded that e-cigarettes may cause chronic inflammation and permanent cellular damage. […]

In this blog post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we are going to discuss the complexity and importance of your saliva. This typically yucky substance is, in reality, a finely balanced body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also aids in digestion of your food. So, without further ado, here are the […]

The common household toothbrush. Every home has at least one, and at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City we hope all our patients are using their after each meal. Daily brushing is the most important thing you can do for your dental health. It has been said that each toothbrush can contain millions of bacteria. But […]

Water flossers have been around for more than fifty years. During that time there have been at least that many studies on their effectiveness. At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we present what is known about water flossers, and whether they’re any better than string dental floss in preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and other […]

When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we like our patients to see us every six months. It’s the best way to stay on top of your dental health. Know The Risk Factors For Oral Problems Most people are in a medium to low risk category […]

Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become a bit lax about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In this article from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, our goal is for you to evaluate where you stand and look at whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can […]