At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we constantly remind our patients to brush and floss their teeth after every meal. And most of our patients take that advice to heart. But what are you supposed to do in the middle of the day? You’re out and about, and your usual stuff – that favorite toothpaste, […]
Dental Health
Infant And Toddler Teeth Q&A
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
This post from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City is for new parents, and contains useful questions and answers about caring for baby and toddler teeth. How should I clean my child’s teeth? For infants, gently wash their gums with a piece of gauze or soft cloth. The ADA does not recommend any toothpaste for infants. […]
Toothbrush Tantrums: When Your Child Won’t Brush
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
A child’s baby teeth are just as important to their health and well-being as their permanent teeth. Yet some of the parents who come in to OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City think the care of baby teeth is secondary to adult teeth, since they will eventually fall out. They could not be more wrong! The […]
Crooked Teeth And Cavities
At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, experience has taught us that teeth that are straight are much easier to care for, and so tend to be healthier. And that is why we encourage patients with crooked teeth to consider straightening them with clear braces. When uneven teeth begin crowding together, it becomes difficult to make […]
Patient Education Is A Priority At OKC Smiles
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we enjoy providing our patients with information about dental health. We know that good dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. We make sure we explain all procedures and answer our patients’ questions. We also […]
Are Childhood Cavities Inevitable?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Parents who want their children to develop good dental health know that they need to set the right example. The “Do as I say, not as I do,” approach does not instill confidence in children. The team at OKC Smiles has some thoughts to share on the subject. If we want our child to exercise, […]
Oklahoma City Mouths And Stomatitis
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. Small irritations may not threaten your dental health, but threy can cause serious discomfort. We can help with them at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. Non-specific irritations in the mouth are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis is the inflammation of […]
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
People with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far better than both traditional dentures and dental bridges. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over standard dentures, and they’re available at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. The advantages include: Secure in the mouth—no slipping Provides up to 100% […]
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Have you lost any of your teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, adult teeth don’t grow back. If you’re missing one or more teeth, a dental implant may be just what you’ve been looking for. A dental implant consists of an artificial tooth […]
Protect Those Nooks And Crannies
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, we are committed to the dental health of each of our patients. Regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups are vital for keeping your smile bright and free of tooth decay. There are some places, however, where enamel deterioration can occur even with dedicated oral hygiene. The very back of […]
