A healthy mouth starts at home. Both children and adults should establish an oral hygiene routine that will keep their breath fresh, teeth strong, and gums healthy. The routine should include brushing, flossing, and rinsing. We’ll discuss these practices as well as other habits you can implement to maintain good oral health. The best thing…
It’s finally autumn, which means it’s time to get excited about flannels, pumpkin-spiced lattes, Halloween parties, and Thanksgiving family gatherings. OK, maybe not flannels. Surprisingly, fall habits and events can negatively impact our oral health. Indulging in flavored coffees, Halloween candy, and sweets at Thanksgiving may erode the enamel on your teeth, which can result…
A regular dental cleaning significantly improves your oral and overall health. Not only will a professional cleaning keep your smile beautiful, it also decreases your chances of developing gum disease, cavities, and even heart problems. Of course, brushing and flossing your teeth at home is crucial, but at a dental checkup, a hygienist will give…
Finding time to schedule a visit to the dentist office during the school year can be difficult. As summer comes to a close, now is the best time to bring your child in for a check-up! At Chisholm Trail Smile Center, we want to send your child to school with a bright, healthy smile. Scheduling…
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…
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends regular dental visits at intervals “determined” by a dentist. Researchers have noted that preventative dental visits are closely tied with rates of tooth loss. Dr. Matthew L. Bridges offers routine dental checkups and cleanings in Duncan, OK. Formerly Schreiner Family Dentistry, the Chisholm Trail Smile Center has been serving…
Daily brushings are the best way to proactively care for your teeth. But when was the last time you examined your choice of toothbrush or brushing technique? Brush up your brushing skills with tips from Duncan, OK general dentist Dr. Matthew L. Bridges. The more you know, the more pesky plaque you can remove with…
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…
An important part of preventive care is having a good oral hygiene routine at home. A lot of people choose to use a mouthwash or rinse to ensure their breath smells fresh and clean, and don’t pay attention to the ingredients. There’s nothing wrong with that. There are many different products on the market to…