Periodontal disease, which is also known as gum disease, is a common but dangerous disease that attacks your smile and oral health if you fail to practice good oral hygiene. It develops when the plaque and tartar on your teeth infect the gums. Over time, the gums get damaged and the jawbone gets destroyed. This disease isn’t only dangerous for... read more »
If you haven't already done so, set up a safe and effective prevention plan to ensure your smile is ready to greet the new year with a shine. Taking care of your teeth is as important as ever as the holiday season ends, and you need to make sure all effective oral health care treatments you've been using this season... read more »
Have you ever thought about the notion of having a tooth replacement service installed in your mouth? Even if you have not yet lost any teeth, it is important to begin setting up an oral health care plan to deal with any accidents, injuries, extractions, or other forms of damage that can arise. A highly effective replacement procedure to consider... read more »
No smile is complete without a full set of chompers. If you are missing any teeth, it is important to have them replaced with a durable prosthetic that is customized to your individual smile. A wonderful procedure to consider for filling in the gaps between your teeth is a dental bridge. Dental bridges, also known as fixed partial dentures, are... read more »
If you would like to maximize your chances for success this Halloween, it is important to make sure you have treatment plans and preventive measures in place to prevent damage to your teeth and gums by way of candies or treats that you may consume. Here are few important wants to consider: - Dentist visit: Visit your dentist for routine... read more »
Generally effective and preventive though they might be, every now and then brushing and flossing aren’t enough to fight oral ailments. One such instance where this is the case is teeth whitening. While you can purchase toothpaste with whitening compounds, certain conditions may render this kind of treatment ineffective in whitening your chompers. Here are a few examples: Age. As... read more »
Suffering a blow to the face or taking an accidental fall can cause significant oral trauma. Applying first-aid to the wounded soft tissues can help reduce pain. However, one or more teeth in the area could also have been compromised in some way. A tooth that has suffered an impact might not experience significant discomfort. As time goes on inflammation could... read more »
Bad Breath can sometimes prove to be socially embarrassing. While some cases of halitosis or chronic bad breath can be related to other conditions, acute bad breath can sometimes be attributed to excess bacteria in your mouth. This can sometimes be mitigated by a consistent and effective daily oral hygiene routine. The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth twice... read more »
Did you know there are little things you can do to improve your tooth brushing routine? Well, it’s true, and our dentist, Dr. John Phillips, knows all about those little secrets. Because he cares for you and wants you to have the best smile possible, he is happy to share those secrets with you. First, brush your smile from the... read more »
Are you looking for advice about tooth replacement therapy? If so, you have come to the right place! Here at 29th Street Dental Care in Chickasha, Oklahoma, our team of experts are happy to talk to you about your options for tooth replacement therapy to restore your smile. Here is a list of tips to keep in mind from our... read more »