El Reno Family Dentistry Blog

An aching jaw that pops and clicks all the time. Headaches and migraines that seem to come out of nowhere. Ear and shoulder pain that is there every morning. These aren’t symptoms that stem from overindulging at Thanksgiving, but rather signs that the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint or TMJ) isn’t working properly. Millions of Americans deal with these problems every single day and don’t know why, but with November being TMJ Awareness Month, it’s time to shed light on the subject. If any of the above sounds familiar, today’s blog could help you finally start getting the answers and relief you deserve.

Where has the year gone? It’s October already, and you’ve probably seen Halloween candy and decorations start to appear in stores for weeks now. Interestingly enough, it’s also National Dental Hygiene Month—what a coincidence! Before you and your loved ones enjoy all the frights and sweets this season, you can make sure your smile is ready by implementing these easy and effective daily tips that will make a big difference right away.

Did you know that the most common dental problem in the world isn’t cavities, but gum disease? This fact and many others are being highlighted during National Gum Care Month this September with the goal of helping people take better care of their smile’s foundation. If you have sore and inflamed gums that bleed easily, you’re probably wondering what happened and how you can soothe them. Thankfully, you’ll find the answers you’re looking for and more in today’s blog!

Both you and your teen were excited when they started their Invisalign treatment, but now that school is starting, you’re feeling nervous. Will they remember to take out their trays when they’re supposed to? Will they keep them clean? Can they avoid losing their trays altogether? As a parent, it’s natural for you to worry about these things, but a few easy tips can give you peace of mind while ensuring your teen stays on track toward their straight smile.

Nothing is more stressful and inconvenient than having a child that has to miss school. The child probably feels terrible due to some ailment, and as a parent, you have to scramble to make sure their care is covered, work is covered, and you likely have to schedule some sort of appointment last minute. Every year, thousands of parents around the U.S. find themselves in this situation because of preventable dental problems, but fortunately, there is plenty you can do to keep yourself and your little one out of this position.

Whether you’re traveling this summer or plan to just stay home and host a BBQ, there is one thing you can count on—people will have their phones, and they’ll be taking LOTS of pictures. If you’re already self-conscious about your smile, this can turn a fun situation into a source of anxiety, but it doesn’t have to be this way. With these three easy, fast, and effective cosmetic dental treatments, you can ensure you look your absolute best no matter where you end up this season.

2023 seems to be on fast-forward. It feels like it was just New Years, we all blinked, and now it’s summertime! While having your teeth professionally whitened can give your confidence a big boost at any time of the year, it’s particularly wise to do it when the weather starts to get hot. Why? As you keep reading, you’ll see that teeth whitening and summer were practically made for each other.

While Easter is on everyone’s mind, April is also Oral Cancer Awareness Month. It is dedicated to raising awareness about the risk factors, prevention tactics, and early detection of this potentially life-threatening disease. A little knowledge can go a long way in helping you and those you care about avoid or minimize the harm caused by something that claims at least one life in America every single hour.