Like many fields of health care and medicine, dentistry has been practiced for centuries. Recent advances in science and technology have revolutionized dental care in the past half-century, but many of the most basic elements have been practiced for centuries, if not millennia. These are some of our favorite fascinating facts about dental health and…
Most Americans make sacrifices to be able to afford medical care. Even with “good health insurance,” medical costs often force families to go into debt to stay in good health. Even more upsetting is the fact that dental care is usually not covered in medical insurance plans, and must be paid for separately. It’s no…
If you have children, you probably refer to guidance from children’s dentists and the American Dental Association regarding when and how to start teaching them to brush their teeth. This includes teaching kids to floss once a day and brush the teeth twice a day, using a fluoride toothpaste (as soon as soon as they…
A toothache is a special kind of pain that no one should have to suffer. For this reason, we provide emergency appointments at Chisholm Trail Smile Center—for both new and returning patients. If you (or a family member) have not been to the dentist for a number of years, it can be a challenge to…
If you’ve ever skipped necessary dental or periodontal appointments for fear of pain and trauma, we have good news. Modern dentistry uses technologically enhanced tools that make your appointments calmer, gentler, and less likely to cause anxiety. Some of the most beneficial tools we use today are dental lasers. These tools use a beam of…
If you’ve ever experienced a dental emergency, you know it can bring your life to total shutdown. Not having the full use of your teeth disrupts your quality of life, and the pain itself can be agonizing! A serious toothache can prevent you from sleeping, eating, working, or caring for your family. You often can’t…
If you are a human being with teeth, you need to know the full story on flossing. In addition to twice daily brushing and routine six-month visits with your Duncan or Velma dentist, flossing is one of the most important habits that can help you avoid gum disease. It’s estimated that nearly half of all…
Did you know that the average person has about 1000 to 100,000 individual bacteria hanging out on the surface of each tooth? That estimate is for a person with a healthy mouth. Bad oral hygiene can cause your bacteria levels to exceed a billion–per tooth! There are a lot of surprising facts about what’s going…
Root canals have a poor reputation, but due to modern microtools, advances in treatment methods, and our anesthesia options, root canal therapy (RCT) is gaining a new and improved reputation. The truth is, that nagging or sharp toothache that sent you to the dentist in the first place will be relieved with RCT. The procedure…
Have your children recently developed cavities and you’re looking for ways to help them improve their oral hygiene? Are you just eager to help your kids stay on the right track with their oral health? There are many ways to help your children improve their oral hygiene routines; these are our favorite tips! Do you…