Have you ever wondered what the hardest material in the human body is? If so, then it might surprise you to hear the (true!) answer from a dentist in Duncan, OK. Have we piqued your interest yet? Well, stick around, because our Duncan dentist is here to dive into five little-known facts about teeth and…
As part of our ongoing endeavors to help patients attain and maintain their healthiest smiles, we recommend preventative dentistry checkups and teeth cleanings. Although one of our skilled dental hygienists can remove caked-on plaque through routine dental cleaning, scaling and root planing is a more thorough cleaning procedure. Dental professionals use scaling and root planing…
There are things we ask our children to do that many of them don’t understand; things like cleaning their room, wearing socks with their shoes, and sharing toys. You may be able to explain away the importance of these things to your children, but what do you tell them when they ask about visiting the…
When your child is sick, do you take him or her to a general practitioner or to a pediatrician? When choosing a babysitter, do you look for someone who has knowledge and experience regarding children? Most likely, you answered “pediatrician” and “yes, of course.” Choosing a family dentist to be your children’s dentist just makes…
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…
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…
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…