According to the American Dental Association, “tooth decay is the destruction of your tooth enamel, the hard, outer layer of your teeth.” Enamel protects the sensitive internal structure of your teeth and is absolutely necessary for a beautiful smile as well as overall health. Symptoms of tooth decay include: Toothaches Tooth sensitivity to sweets and…
With proper maintenance and cleaning, dentures can last several years or longer. Preventative maintenance can also help you avoid dental problems like irritated gum tissue or infections. If you are considering undergoing denture placement in Duncan, OK, Dr. Matthew L. Bridges can give you advice on how to care for your new prosthetic. Chisholm Trail…
For 43 years, the team at Chisholm Trail Smile Center has treated every family that walks in the door as their own. Dr. Matthew Bridges and his team are driven by cultivating community with their patients and pride themselves in building lasting relationships through compassionate, friendly care. From the young to the old, there is…
Tooth extraction is considered a treatment of last resort, but there can be many restorative and cosmetic benefits following the safe procedure. At Chisholm Trail Smile Center in Duncan, OK, Dr. Matthew Bridges and our staff prefer to save natural teeth when possible. In some cases, tooth removal may be the only viable option to…
Dr. Matthew Bridges offers emergency dentistry for his patients in and around Duncan, OK. If you experience a dental emergency, simply call our office at (580) 255-4880 and our staff will ensure that you receive immediate medical care when you arrive at our office. What Constitutes a Dental Emergency? Dental emergencies cover a wide range…
Many of our patients at Chisholm Trail Smile Center have come to enjoy the cosmetic benefits of Zoom!® in-office teeth whitening, which can lighten your natural teeth by up to eight shades! The treatment is completed in around one hour under the careful watch of one of our trained dental professionals in our Duncan, OK…
If you’ve been told that you have a root canal infection or that you need to undergo root canal therapy, you’re not alone. Each year, millions of teeth are saved through safe and effective root canal treatments. While a root canal may sound painful, many patients find relief from more severe forms of pain caused…
If you recently had dentures placed at our Duncan, OK dental clinic, it may take time to adjust to the new prosthetics. Throughout the process, Dr. Matthew Bridges and our skilled team will help you with any questions or concerns that you may have. Looking for restorative treatments in the Duncan area? Schedule a consultation…
Dr. Matthew L. Bridges and our staff at Chisolm Trail Smile Center see patients who have dental insurance, because we believe oral health care should be affordable and attainable for Oklahoma patients like you! Today, we’re discussing the benefits of using dental insurance dentists in the Duncan, OK, area, and how it can save you…
Your Velma dentist can do their part in keeping your mouth is at its healthiest. Through regular cleaning, exams, and necessary restorative treatments, your dentist can treat decay and gum disease quickly before it spreads. But any good dentist will tell you that excellent oral health begins at your own bathroom sink! While patients may…