Damaged teeth can wreck your confidence and dental health. Renewing your smile may be as simple as getting a few dental fillings or crowns. These procedures can boost self-esteem while restoring oral health and function. After a comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Matthew L. Bridges can help you decide on the best treatment plan for your smile.…
Dental fillings are a common restorative dentistry option and the best way to address minor to moderate tooth decay. But if you have never had a filling, or if it has been many years since your last one, you may not be fully aware of your treatment options. Today’s patients can choose from several materials…
Most people have heard of temporomandibular disorders, or TMD. But many don’t have a full understanding of the condition or its connection to general dentistry. Because of this, patients often go undiagnosed. They live with chronic jaw pain, headaches, and other significant symptoms. Dr. Matthew Bridges is passionate about patient education to make sure this…
If you are missing teeth and are researching restorative dentistry, you have no doubt heard of dental implants. Implants are considered the gold-standard of tooth replacement, thanks to their remarkable durability and lifelike appearance. Plus, when you visit an implant dentist, you can enjoy better oral health, since the implants can prevent bone shrinkage and…
Even if you have straight, healthy teeth, you may be dissatisfied with the look of your smile. Perhaps you can’t quite pin down exactly what it is, but something just doesn’t feel right. If so, your tooth shape may be the culprit. For many, square teeth don’t match their personality. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry treatments can…
If you struggle with chronic fatigue, disrupted sleep, and loud snoring, there is a good chance that you have sleep apnea. Though the condition is quite common, many people go undiagnosed. Many more don’t realize that a general dentist is one of the most qualified experts to treat sleep apnea and snoring. At Chisholm Trail…
If you are like most people, you’ve probably taken numerous online personality tests. But while you may know what dog breed you most resemble and where you should travel for your next vacation, you may not know what your smile reveals about your personality. Your smile and tooth shape can give a strong impression. So…
Say the word “dentures,” and, like many people, you may have cartoonish images pop into your head. Picturing old, outdated prosthetics, you believe that dentures are uncomfortable and fake-looking. Fortunately, innovations in restorative dentistry mean that today’s practitioners can offer remarkably realistic dentures! At Chisholm Trail Smile Center, Dr. Matthew Bridges combines cutting-edge techniques and…
Bad breath (known medically as halitosis) is a condition that can lead to embarrassment and isolation. But, it could also point to an oral health issue that requires immediate attention and treatment. Luckily, our Duncan dentist is here to help you diagnose possible causes of bad breath so that you can get the treatment you…
Accidental injury can lead to a painful dental crisis. And, when you’re in crisis, you need to rely on people that you trust. That’s why our emergency dentist is here to help you restore your oral health with swift and comprehensive emergent care. If you’re in need of a qualified Duncan, OK, emergency dentist,…