Frequently Asked Questions
Every patient is different. We will go over your individual needs when you come in to the office.
We are open Monday through Saturday with convenient morning and afternoon hours. We’re sure we can find a time to accommodate your schedule.
Our doctors have been providing great care to patients for over 35 years. You will love our doctors and team.
We have many options to make our patients more comfortable and we can discuss those when you come in the office.
Absolutely. We have great success with our whitening systems
Whitening toothpastes contain mild abrasives to remove surface stains and make your teeth appear a little whiter. While not actually bleaching your teeth, whitening toothpastes have polishing agents and special chemicals that are more effective than regular toothpastes against stains. Whitening toothpastes are ideal for coffee or tea drinkers, smokers and people who want to remove mild surface stains.
Our recommendations are that we start introducing children to dentist at age 1~2. In some instances, it may be as simple as familiarizing a child with the dentist and starting things off with a “Happy” visit. In other instances, the initial visit may consist of a routine cleaning.
The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is the ball and socket joint that connects the lower jaw to the upper jaw. Muscles that open and close the mouth stabilize the temporomandibular joint. Pain or tenderness in these muscles due to wear and tear is referred to as a TMJ disorder.
Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a weak anesthetic that is very safe because it’s mild and non-addictive. After inhaling nitrous oxide, you remain fully conscious and aware. There are no side effects to speak of, but if you have any respiratory problems talk with your dentist before use.
Smiley O’Riley loves to teach kids about proper oral health habits in a fun and age appropriate way. Scheduling a Smiley O’Riley Show is easy! Online booking is available by going to our website’s About tab and clicking on Smiley O’Riley in the drop down menu. Smiley O’Riley requests can also be made by calling (405) 945-8941, opt. 1.
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Loving Linda: Celebrating a Life and a Legacy
This past August we had the pleasure of honoring a woman you may know from our Central OKC office. After 31 years as a dental hygienist with Dental Depot, Linda Bryant retired. According to Linda, we weren’t celebrating that she was leaving, but celebrating that she stayed. Part of that celebration is continuing here
Our New Equipment Can See the Future
For years, anyone who has ever been fitted for orthodontics has faced the same uncomfortable and downright gag-worthy dental impressions. Until now. Introducing the new iTero Intraoral Scanner. While orthodontic treatments have come a long way in a short amount of time – with smaller appliances, faster treatments and more discrete options – it’s this
One Day at a Time
Nicole Matlock and her mom, Diane, are best friends. There aren’t any secrets between the two of them. So, when Diane called Nicole in September, Nicole immediately could tell that something was wrong. You see, Diane had just been diagnosed with breast cancer. To that point, there hadn’t been any inkling of anything being wrong.
