Missing teeth can affect more than just your smile. Everyday activities like eating and speaking, as well as overall confidence, can take a hit. At OKC Smiles, we understand the challenges many denture patients face and how life-changing implant-supported dentures can be. This blog explores how these advanced dentures can transform […]
Dentures
Struggling with traditional dentures? Loose fit, discomfort, and sticky adhesives don’t just make eating and speaking challenging—they can hold you back from living life to the fullest. At OKC Smiles, we’re proud to offer a modern alternative designed to make these worries a thing of the past. Snap-on dentures provide […]
“My neighbor’s bad breath is scaring me.” Halitosis can be embarrassing, but there are a lot of contributing factors. I’m Dr. Phan with OKC Smiles. I’d like to take a few minutes to share with you some information about bad breath. Brushing just the teeth may not remove fragments of […]
A complete smile plays a vital role in our overall well-being. Missing teeth can impact not only your appearance but also your ability to eat, speak, and chew comfortably. At OKC Smiles, a leading dental practice in the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area, we understand the challenges associated with missing teeth […]
Losing a tooth can significantly impact not only our ability to chew but also our confidence and self-esteem. Fortunately, dental technology has made remarkable strides in restorative dentistry, offering a revolutionary solution: dental implants. At OKC Smiles, we understand the importance of a complete and radiant smile, and our team […]
Today’s article focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many critical functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins […]
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 […]
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 […]
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various advantages over traditional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Furnishes up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps users taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More […]
After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could impact your smiles, […]