General & Family Dentistry in El Reno

Imagine having one of your teeth pulled not because you have to do it, but rather you want to. Why? Because you plan to replace it with a gold crown and let everyone know how well-off you are! Such is the (not so) humble beginning of what we now know as the dental crown, a procedure where a custom-made restoration is fitted over a damaged tooth to repair its strength and appearance. It’s one of the most common dental procedures performed around the globe, but the crowns of today are much different than the luxury items they used to be.

After the teeth go missing, the body naturally limits blood flow to the jawbone, and this can lead to it gradually shrinking. Most patients who haven’t had teeth for a long time have experienced some degree of this, and it can become a big concern when they are finally ready to restore their smiles. Is it possible to get dentures even with bone loss? Thankfully, the answer is yes, and here’s how it works.

Dentures can be life-changing for people dealing with tooth loss, renewing their health, opening up their diet, and boosting their self-confidence at the same time. However, that’s only true if the prosthetic fits properly. An uneven or loose denture can actually cause more problems than it solves, and if any of the following annoyances sound familiar, it’s time to contact your dentist to have your teeth relined, repaired, or replaced.

As a child, the holidays were a magical time when delicious treats, parties, and presents just magically manifested. You still love this time of year as an adult, but it now comes with a bit of stress because it’s up to you to make the “magic” happen. This can affect many aspects of your life, a key one being your smile and oral health. Thankfully, these 3 tips will help you keep your pearly whites pearly while still enjoying the festivities.

Maybe the GDP of a country or the number of grains of sand on a beach. But it’s actually the amount of money that Americans leave on the table in dental insurance benefits alone. It’s staggering, and if you currently have coverage, you want to make sure to not contribute to this alarming statistic. But how? And how are people losing out on the benefits they’ve paid for? You’ll find the answers to these questions and more in today’s blog.

You’ve probably known about cavities since you were a very small child, and at this point in your life, you may have already had a few. Despite what your parents might have told you, knowing whether or not you have a cavity is much harder than most people think. It’s never as obvious as those posters you likely remember from the dentist’s office!

However, if you’re worried about a tooth, there are a few telltale signs to look out for. If you notice any of the following, then planning a trip to the dentist would be wise.

Dentures are truly life-changing for people who are missing most or all of their teeth. As you can imagine, once someone realizes they need them, they don’t want to wait! However, most patients require tooth extractions beforehand, and the mouth needs to fully heal before the final prosthetic can be fitted. So how long does a patient have to wait to get dentures after their teeth have been removed? You’ll find all the details here.

There are tens of millions of people around the world who are enjoying tastier meals, richer conversations, and more confidence thanks to their dentures. But unfortunately, despite missing several or all of your teeth, you aren’t one of them. It has been so long that you worry if it will even be possible to get this kind of prosthetic. But thankfully, it’s never too late to restore your smile and reclaim your oral health.