May 29, 2014
Which Toothpastes Are The Best?
Having good oral care is important for the care of the rest of your body. Many people may not know this, but if you have poor oral health, other areas of your body are affected, like your bones, your brain, and your heart. Brushing and flossing your teeth daily are an excellent way in making sure you stay on top of your oral health, but a lot of people may be confused as to which toothpastes are the best for them. The doctors at El Reno Family Dentistry are dedicated to making sure their patients stay as informed as possible, even down to the types of toothpastes they use in order to achieve excellent oral health.
One of the most important things to keep in mind when choosing a toothpaste is making sure the toothpaste contains fluoride. Fluoride is a natural mineral that has been shown to significantly decrease the odds of tooth decay over the past fifty years. The bacteria in your mouth thrive on the leftover sugars and starches that reside in your smile after eating, and fluoride helps fight against the acid released when that happens. Fluoride is a key component is strengthening your tooth enamel, and it can reverse the early stages of damage caused by acid by replenishing minerals your smile.
Another important thing to keep in mind when choosing a toothpaste is to find one that controls tartar. Tartar is hardened plaque, a bacterial layer. If tartar is not removed promptly and properly, it has the potential to lead to gum disease. Also, some tartar control toothpastes contain triclosan, an antibiotic that kills some of the bacteria in your mouth. It is also important to keep in mind finding a toothpaste that’s ADA approved. This way, you know the toothpaste is safe, effective, and contains fluoride!
If you’d like to set up an appointment, call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.
February 17, 2014
Celebrate National Children’s Dental Month at El Reno Grand Dental Studio
Though February is National Children’s Dental Month, many people may not think their child’s smile is anything to worry about. A child’s smile is just as important, if not more, than an adult’s, as their teeth are more at risk of being infected. Dr. Michael Kirk and Dr. Adam Cohlmia understand the importance of your child’s smile, which is why they offer children’s dentistry!
It is important to establish healthy dental habits in your child at an early age. When your little one becomes aware of the proper ways to take care of their teeth early on, they are able to carry those healthy routines with them throughout their life. An important aspect in children’s dentistry is dental sealants. The molars and premolars have deep grooves and pits, giving bacteria an ideal breeding environment. The dental sealants offer your child’s smile protection by covering those grooves, preventing harmful bacterium from making your child’s smile their home. Dental sealants are a key component in cavity prevention, as the molars and premolars are the primary chewing teeth.
Another important area in children’s dentistry is fluoride treatments. Fluoride is an interesting mineral, as they attract other minerals to help your child’s teeth become strong. Tap water is a good way for your child to get fluoride, but because many people use bottled water, your child could be missing out. When your child comes in for their appointment, our team will be able to determine whether or not their smile needs a fluoride boost. Both dental sealants and fluoride treatments are wonderful and effective ways to keep your child’s smile as healthy and beautiful as possible!
Take advantage of National Children’s Dental Month, and make your child’s appointment today! We will be able to set them up for success, and they will be able to have a wonderful smile!
If you’d like to set up an appointment, call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.
January 6, 2014
Welcome the New Year with Healthy Gums
Despite what some people may think, gum disease is quite serious if not taken care of. With over 80% of the population living with some form of gum disease, chances are you could be suffering from it and may not be aware. If left untreated, gum disease can affect different parts of your body, possibly resulting in bone loss, heart disease, stroke, and many other serious situations. Thankfully, Dr. Michael Kirk and Dr. Adam Cohlmia are able to tackle your gum disease with gum disease therapy.
A couple of the ways we treat gum disease non-surgically is scaling. Scaling removes the tartar, also known as calculus, from below the gum line. We may also do a laser treatment, which attacks only the affected gum tissue, while also promoting healthy gum tissue to grow and attach to your teeth. Root planing is another way of helping halt gum disease, as it lessens the rough areas on your teeth’s roots.
There are things you can do at home to prevent gum disease. Flossing and brushing your teeth twice daily, preferably after every meal, is a wonderful way to eliminate the bacteria from sitting in your mouth. Also, investing in an antibacterial mouthwash is a great way to erase the bacteria your tooth brush may have missed. If you cannot brush your teeth after every meal, chewing gum is a great option, as it catches food particles, not allowing them to make your gums their new home.
If you feel as though our Drs. Kirk and Cohlmia are able to help you with the needs of your gums, make an appointment at our El Reno office, and we’d be more than willing to assist you on your journey to dental excellence!
If you’d like to set up an appointment, call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.
October 23, 2013
Don’t Forget to Use Your Dental Benefits Before the End of the Year in El Reno
It is important to make sure that you’re taking good care of yourself all year long. This is another reason why we have insurance, to make sure that we can afford all the care that we need for our health. As the end of 2013 is approaching, now is the time to make sure you’ve taken full advantage of your dental benefits. We recommend scheduling an appointment with El Reno Family Dentistry sooner rather than later.
All dental insurance plans are different, but frequently there’s a yearly maximum that your plan covers. If you haven’t reached your maximum for the year yet, make an appointment today. Anything leftover will not roll over at the end of the year, so if you don’t use this you will lose it. These dental benefits are
If you need a teeth cleaning, crown, filling or more, now is a great time to schedule your appointment. Some dental benefit plans even offer discounts on these types of services, so check to see what your coverage entails. Make sure you’re taking care of your smile by taking full advantage of your dental insurance benefits. Please call us if you have any questions or want to schedule an appointment.
Interested in learning more about dental insurance or scheduling your next appointment? Call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.
September 26, 2013
Enhance Your Smile with Teeth Whitening in El Reno
Are you interested in teeth whitening but have been putting it off because of the risk of discomfort or the time commitment you think it will take? At El Reno Family Dentistry, we’re pleased to introduce our new and improved in-office power whitening treatments.
There are a variety of teeth whitening solutions available, both over the counter and from our office. We are excited to introduce in-office power whitening. This whitening method is special because it has an uptake of fluoride that helps to decrease the temporary and prolonged sensitivity you might experience after other whitening treatments. This helps to make the whitening process even easier and more comfortable than ever before. The treatment takes an hour and will leave your teeth anywhere from two up to seven shades brighter. Everyone’s smile has different stains so results aren’t the same for everyone.
If power whitening isn’t the right solution for your smile, we also offer take-home and laser teeth whitening solutions. Additionally, if you have tough stains or want permanent results, porcelain veneers may prove to be a better choice for your smile. We can help find the right solution so you can achieve the dazzling smile you deserve. If you’d like to learn more about in-office power whitening or want to schedule your appointment, just give us a call.
Interested in learning more about cosmetic dentistry or scheduling your next appointment? Call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.
August 14, 2013
The Best and Worst Foods for a Healthy Smile
Healthy eating goes for more than just your body. It’s important to consider your smile when making your food choices. Certain foods can increase your risk of decay, while certain foods can help to protect your smile. At El Reno Family Dentistry, we want to inform our patients of these important food facts.
If you’re going to eat foods that contain a lot of sugar, it is best to eat them with your meal instead of as a snack. At meals, you produce more saliva than at other times, which helps to neutralize the acid and provide your smile a little more protection.
Tea is a better beverage choice than carbonated sodas, which contain a lot of sugar than can erode the enamel on your teeth. Both green and black teas contain polyphenols that interact with bacteria in plaque, helping to kill or at least prevent them from producing acid that can harm your teeth.
Fruits and vegetables that are high in fiber are also a great smile choice. Fiber helps to stimulate saliva production as well as help to clean your mouth. Saliva helps to neutralize acids in your mouth and stop them from harming your smile.
Your smile health can be impacted by the foods you’re eating and how they’re eating them. Keep these tips in mind and you’ll see how these simple tips can help to improve your smile. If you have any questions or want to know more, please give us a call.
Interested in learning more about general dentistry or scheduling your next appointment? Call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.
July 18, 2013
Exciting Developments in Root Canal Therapy
Are you suffering from a painful tooth but avoiding visiting the dentist because you don’t want to hear the news that you need root canal therapy? Today, the staff at El Reno Family Dentistry wants to share news about a scientific research study that may be of interest to you. According to an article in The Wall Street Journal, currently many scientists are developing a way to use stem cells to regenerate tooth tissue for better dental care.
Root canal therapy is used to restore a tooth that has decay that reached the inner pulp, resulting in an often painful infection. Traditionally this is accomplished by removing the decay, replacing it with a dental filling, and capping the tooth with a crown. The tooth will be restored but is now ‘dead’ inside because you’ve just removed all the living tissue.
What the scientists are working on is a way to get teeth stem cells to regrow dental pulp. This could then be placed inside the infected tooth, allowing it to function like a healthy tooth once again. The pulp tissue helps to detect future infections, so this would provide a even higher-quality dental restoration than the technology that currently exists.
If you have a tooth that is infected, we can help with root canal therapy. Please give us a call to stop the discomfort and allow us to restore your tooth to health. We hope that in the future, this important dental research will be translated into a new way of performing root canal therapy that will result in even healthier teeth.
Interested in learning more about general dentistry or scheduling your next appointment? Call us today at El Reno Family Dentistry. Our office is located in El Reno and serves patients from El Reno, Yukon, Minco, Calumet, Hinton, and other communities in the Canadian County.