If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s OKC Smiles post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental health issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Oklahoma City teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At OKC Smiles, we see tooth decay and gum disease far too often in […]
Dental Health
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your OKC Dentist
You go to the OKC dentist for check-ups and toothaches, but there are other less-obvious issues that we can help you with. Today, we would like to discuss some common oral conditions. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad breath can be treated. It is usually linked […]
Tooth Brushing Basics For Healthy Smiles In Oklahoma City
Why does the dental team at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City stress to each patient: brush your teeth at least twice a day? Let’s take a look. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing between your teeth removes debris and inhibits the build up of […]
Debunking Dental Myths
Today’s OKC Smiles blog post focuses on three prevalent dental health-related myths. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous than those that are swallowed immediately. For example, sipping […]
Dental Health: Preventing Tooth Decay
In Oklahoma City and around the country, tooth decay is one of the most widespread childhood issues, yet tooth decay also affects adults. OKC Smiles is committed to fighting tooth decay in each of its patients, and to ensuring their dental health. Blame it on Bacteria The cause of tooth decay is bacteria. Bacteria live […]
Sealants – Another Tool For Dental Health in Oklahoma City
At OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City, our patients know that regular brushing and flossing is essential for good dental health. But even working together, brushing and flossing can’t get every small groove and depression in your teeth. That’s where sealants can be invaluable. Dental sealants are a plastic material applied to the chewing surface of […]
Too Tired To Brush? Dental Health In Oklahoma City
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 you to prop your eyes […]
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
Categories: Dental Health
At OKC Smiles, Dr. Mark Phan is often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush in Oklahoma City can be as difficult as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your local […]
Discover Why Patients Trust Their Smile To OKC Smiles
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
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 your dental needs. I know […]
6 Easy Ways To Eat Like A Dentist
Categories: Dental Health
In today’s post, we are talking about nutrition. There is nothing that impacts your smile as much as your eating habits. Develop good nutrition and your dentist will smile down on you too. 1. Rinse after eating Rinse your mouth with a swish of water or brush your teeth after meals. People who snack all day […]
