Most people notice their teeth getting dull as the years go by. Maybe duller teeth is the least of our worries as we age. On the other hand, who doesn’t want a beautiful smile? At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we use cosmetic dentistry to improve smiles every day! Over the counter products like whitening strips […]
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Attention Oklahoma City Teens: Both Smoking And Vaping Put Your Smile At Risk
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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. […]
Restore Or Replace: New Life For Your Damaged Tooth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants
As the saying goes, there is more than one way to peel a potato. Likewise, there is more than one way to fix a tooth. This post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City looks at some of the restoration procedures that are used routinely to repair damaged teeth. If you are the lucky owner of a […]
Time To Upgrade Your Smile?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City offers many fantastic possibilities. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked, but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the […]
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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 […]
Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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 Flossing
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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 […]
Dental Checkup: How Often?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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 […]
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
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 […]
Happy Teeth Don’t Just Happen
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Keeping your teeth clean is an important factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. Some of the advantages of regular visits to OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City are thorough teeth cleanings and reviews of your brushing behaviors. Your Partner in Oral Health Our dental hygienist professionally cleans and polishes your teeth at each check-up. The hygienist […]
