For optimal dental health, all Oklahoma City, residents should visit their dentist twice a year for consistent cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also important that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any […]
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The Key to Successful Social Engagement in Oklahoma is Good Dental Hygiene
Social interaction plays a vital role in personal and professional relationships. It’s crucial to put your best foot forward when it comes to social engagement. While many factors contribute to making a positive impression, one aspect that often gets overlooked is dental hygiene. You can dress for success, make yourself up with the best of […]
4 Important Reasons to Floss Every Day in Our Moore Area
Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Moore area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Moore area brush our teeth twice a day. This is god practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many […]
3-Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
Looking for a dentist because you’re losing the battle with plaque build-up, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains, or cavities? I’m Dr. Mark Phan with OKC Smiles. Today’s post offers 3 steps to take before you arrive at our office for a consultation. The state of your mouth is critical to your fitness both emotionally and physically. […]
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of individuals without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your […]
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?
People get food stuck in and between their teeth all the time. Most of the time it is not an issue to get the food unstuck with floss or a toothbrush and move on with your day. However, once in a while, there is a pesky piece of food that seems extremely challenging to get […]
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as standard dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Oklahoma City area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip-free […]
The Ultimate Anti-Aging Treatment
Wishing for a whiter smile but not sure how to get it? New to tooth whitening jargon? At OKC Smiles, we educate patients on the variety of teeth whitening treatments; from whitening trays to teeth bleaching to opalescence whitening. We do smile whitening every day. Toothpaste Can’t Erase All Stains Almost every toothpaste claims to […]
Avoiding Tooth Decay in Oklahoma City Oklahoma
Categories: Emergency Dental Care, General Dentistry
Tooth decay is a common dental problem that affects people of all ages in Oklahoma City Oklahoma. Tooth decay is caused by the buildup of plaque on the teeth. That plaque can harbor bacteria that produce acid. This acid can erode the enamel of your teeth which leads to cavities and tooth decay. The impact […]
Modern Dental Technology Makes Treatment Less Scary
Many Oklahoma City residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason people are scared of the dentist is the dreaded dental drill. […]
