Have you ever been eating ice cream or drinking tea when you had sudden tooth pain? Rather than a cavity, this could indicate teeth sensitivity, a common issue with temperature extremes. Even breathing in cold winter air can do it, for some Oklahoma City residents. Ouch! If the enamel has […]
Cosmetic Dentistry
Too tired to touch a toothbrush. We’ve all been there. Your dental health is important to us at OKC Smiles, so we’re offering two fabulous ideas for those Oklahoma City nights when the only thing you care about is collapsing into bed. See if these ideas are enough to get […]
Hi, I’m Dr. Mark Phan. Practicing dentistry at OKC Smiles is enjoyable and rewarding. I appreciate the relationships I have formed with my valued patients who trust me to care for their teeth. If you are one of my patients, let me thank you personally for allowing me to serve […]
Today’s post is for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Carrying a precious little one can not only consume your time, but your attention as well. However, don’t forget your needs and your fitness during these essential months. It’s important to understand that the multitude of changes […]
Those who have a weak or broken tooth may want to research dental crowns as a solution to improve their smile and overall oral health. A crown is really a cap or covering that is tooth-shaped. When it is in place, it will cover the portion of the covered tooth […]
At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. Most Moore dental patients are familiar with fillings. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restoratons‘ because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit. An ‘indirect restoration’ is […]
You may not be able to convey why all the elements blend in perfect harmony, but you know it when you see it. I’m talking about a positive smile. You may be surprised at how many components Dr. Phan must consider when planning for a smile makeover. Here are a […]
There are basically two ways to handle a chipped tooth: 1. Panic. 2. See Dr. Mark Phan right away and get on with life. Dr. Mark Phan at OKC Smiles can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly preforming the procedure. Decay, missing […]
Your maxillary sinuses are very close upstairs neighbors of your top teeth. In some areas, only a sliver of tissue separates the upper tooth roots from the bottom of the sinus cavity. It’s no wonder that when there is pain in that general area, the specific location can be hard […]
Welcome to the OKC Smiles dental blog, Oklahoma City! I am Dr. Mark Phan. Today’s post focuses on teeth whitening. Unfortunately our teeth lose their luster as we grow older, but I see staining on young patients, as well. Moore area residents of all ages want whiter teeth. To protect […]