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 […]
Gum Disease
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 […]
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 […]
The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections
The COVID pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a healthy immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re talking […]
Does Your Smile Make a Great First Impression?
In a Match.com survey, over 5,000 single men and women were asked what they found most attractive in a potential dating partner. 60% of men and 71% of women said straight, white teeth and an attractive smile was the most valued feature. and… Research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), found that a […]
Seven Ways You Can Break Your Teeth And How To Protect Them In Oklahoma
Your teeth are among the most important structures in your body. They are responsible for tasks such as biting, chewing, and speaking. Unfortunately, there are many ways in which you can accidentally break your teeth. This can lead to pain, discomfort, and long-term disability. At OKC Smiles we want you to be careful with your […]
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At OKC Smiles we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you abstain from semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more compelling reason to see your dentist […]
Why Improve Your Smile?
Causes and consequences of poor dental health and how you can brush up on your own Most of us struggle with at least one area of our dental care. It could be that flossing is the one dreaded task, or maybe you haven’t been wearing the night guard recommended often enough. All of us should […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
g fdsax zcvb n xzzxc vbn bnm,./ vbxz, mnbvcvb What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has a critical job. It protects the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone […]
Dry Mouth Can Cause Dental Problems
A decrease of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common problem, especially among older individuals. Dry mouth is not only uncomfortable, it can cause tooth damage. Saliva is required to keep the mouth lubricated, wash the food from teeth, and neutralize the acids that can cause plaque. Extensive tooth decay can arise […]
