Whether you’re staying home this holiday season, visiting family, or taking a long-awaited vacation, there is one thing you can definitely count on…there will be a lot of pictures. People document more of their lives than ever these days thanks to smartphones and social media. With this in mind, one of the best gifts you can give yourself is a pristinely bright smile that you’re always confident to show off, and this is relatively easy thanks to professional teeth whitening. Keep reading to get a quick holiday guide about all of your options.

A lot of interesting news has come out of England this year, but one thing that you likely won’t hear anywhere else is this—November is officially Mouth Cancer Action Month in the UK. While the US had its own Oral Cancer Awareness Month back in April, a little reminder about how to keep yourself safe from a potentially deadly disease is always welcome. Your dentist screens you for oral cancer at every checkup, but what exactly are they looking for? Knowing this information can help you keep an eye out for early symptoms so you can get the care you need right away.

The countdown to Halloween has officially begun, which means throughout the month, candy is going to “magically” appear all around you. And if you have kids, the big night will see your home flooded with sweets as well. Thankfully, to balance things out, October is also National Dental Hygiene Month. In addition to well-known practices like brushing and flossing, here are four more that are often overlooked, but shouldn’t be.

We’ve all been there. You get to the end of your dental appointment, and the dentist asks, “Do you have any questions?” Nothing comes to mind, so before you know it, you’re sitting in your car heading home—and that’s when a flood of questions comes to mind.

If you’re considering getting some cosmetic dentistry, you deserve to know as much as possible before beginning your treatment. Everything will start with a consultation, and here are a few questions you can have prepared so you’re ready to ask them when the moment is right.

El Reno Family Dentistry prides itself on having a state-of-the-art facility, and to make sure that stays true as time goes by, we continually invest in the latest, proven equipment. The most recent addition to our practice is the Dentsply Sirona Axeos CBCT scanner, which enables us to take our diagnostic and treatment planning to the next level. But how will it affect your experience in the practice? Many ways, but here are a few of the most important ones.

In a world that’s producing more dentists than at any other time in history, how does one make themselves stand out? As a patient, if you Google “dentist” right now, you’ll likely get thousands of results. So, what can a dentist do that will make you choose to visit them as opposed to someone else? In Dr. Krysten Jackson’s case, she chose to distinguish herself in two distinct ways—the unique quality of her training and the level of technology she uses. To find out what makes her “not your average dentist,” keep reading!

And just like that… 2022 is halfway through! While most associate the beginning of June with the start of summer, it’s also important for another reason: it’s Oral Health Month. Over the next few weeks, it’s important to prioritize your dental care regimen. After all, taking care of your teeth and gums is about so much more than white teeth and fresh breath – it’s about preserving your overall well-being too. To learn all about how you can participate in Oral Health Month, read on.

It’s graduation season, and as a parent, it’s both a thrilling and nerve-racking time. You’re excited that your child is ready to walk the stage, but of course, you’re worried about what comes next. Whether it’s college, a trip, or a job that is waiting for them after they get their diploma, there are a few simple ways you can help them out this pivotal summer with a little assistance from your dentist in El Reno. With everything that is going on and changing, even the most independent child will appreciate these!