All I Wanted for Christmas Was My Two Front Teeth—and I Didn’t Get Them!
Whether you were lucky (or unlucky) enough to hear “All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth” this holiday season, if you have a toddler, missing teeth have probably been on your mind! Maybe your child is approaching the 13-month mark and still doesn’t have any of her baby teeth—you might be wondering, […]
4 Reasons People Avoid the Dentist & Why It’s a Mistake
With the holly jolly season in full swing, prioritizing a trip to the dentist is probably the last thing on your mind. You might be tempted to reschedule your upcoming appointment for multiple reasons, but before you do, remember that regular dental cleanings are important to your overall health. Plus, this is the time of […]
4 Reasons You Should Reschedule Your Dentist Appointment
With the holidays fast approaching, our lives are getting busier by the minute. Amidst the frenzy of shopping trips and frequent family gatherings, it’s difficult to squeeze in one more item on your to-do list—which is one of the nice things about regular dental cleanings—we typically schedule six months in advance, so a trip to […]
A Month for Clean Mouths
Whether you’ve had extensive dental work done or you’re one of the lucky ones who’s never had a cavity or needed braces, you know a healthy mouth is important. Maintaining proper dental hygiene positively impacts your overall health, and a bright, white smile creates confidence like nothing else can. So, in honor of National Dental […]
5 Tips for Dental Care On-the-Go
With school back in session and fall sports in full swing, September is a busy time for many people, especially parents. But no matter how busy you are, your oral health should be a priority! So, to help you through this hectic season, we’re sharing our favorite tips for on-the-go dental care. Here are […]
5 Conditions That Affect Your Mouth During Pregnancy
When you’re pregnant, your body sometimes displays some unexpected (and seemingly random) symptoms. And when it comes to the health of your teeth and gums, it can be difficult to discern whether the dry mouth or sensitivity you’re experiencing is a byproduct of the baby growing inside you or a more serious issue. In this […]
What Not To Do When Brushing Your Teeth
Now that you’ve learned the best methods and tools to create the perfect dental hygiene routine, it’s time to make sure you don’t waste any of your oral care efforts on bad brushing habits. Our recommendations are all backed by the American Dental Association1 (ADA), and following these guidelines for proper dental care will ensure […]
Building The Perfect Dental Hygiene Routine- Part 4
In our last three posts, we covered how to choose the best toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss to care for your mouth. In this blog, we’ll wrap up our guide to building the perfect dental hygiene routine with the slightly mysterious, yet ever-so-intriguing dental product—mouthwash. Most people know the basics of flossing and brushing, but when […]
Building The Perfect Dental Hygiene Routine – Part 3
In our last two blogs, we unpacked the basics of dental care by discussing how to find the best toothbrush and toothpaste to suit your teeth and gums. In this post, we’re continuing our lesson in building the perfect dental hygiene routine by discussing flossing methods and tools. We all brush and floss daily (hopefully!), […]
Building The Perfect Dental Hygiene Routine – Part 2
We all know taking care of your mouth is extremely important to your overall health, but are you making the most of your daily dental hygiene ritual? In this blog series, we’re helping you get back to the basics by unpacking the essentials of your dental care routine—your toothbrush, your toothpaste, and other mouth-care essentials […]
Building The Perfect Dental Hygiene Routine – Part 1
It’s no surprise that we recommend you brush and floss your teeth regularly. But if you want to get the most out of your oral hygiene routine, what should that look like? There are endless options for toothbrushes, toothpaste, and flossing gadgets out there—which ones are actually worth the effort? It can be difficult to […]
The Breakdown on Bad Breath
The coronavirus changed many things about our lives, one of them being that we all know exactly what our own breath smells like constantly (thank you, masks). With Valentine’s Day just around the corner and masks on our faces, many of us are highly aware of the smell of our own mouths—good or bad. Not […]
What’s Causing Your Headaches?
Headaches can be incredibly frustrating, especially if you can’t identify the source or reason behind them. You may notice headaches when you’re dehydrated, hungry, or during a particularly intense allergy season (which we’re no stranger to in Oklahoma!). But there are other times when you may not be able to determine why you have a […]
Dental Health For The Holidays – Part 2
Along with Alvin and the Chipmunk’s “12 Days of Christmas” and stale fruit cake, cavities and tooth pain are on the list of things you don’t want to experience this holiday season. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite treats, either. In our last blog post, we discussed some of the […]
Dental Health for the Holidays – Part 1
Nothing says “Happy Holidays” like peanut brittle in your molars and dry mouth from a spiked eggnog overdose. Let’s face it—family get-togethers and office parties aren’t the prime time for practicing optimum dental health (or any aspect of physical health, for that matter). But there are some steps you can take this holiday season to […]
Cosmetic Dentistry 101
Dentistry has come a long way in the past few decades. Our first goal as dentists is to maintain the health of your mouth (it affects the health of your whole body, after all). But at Bridges and Buckner, we also recognize that your smile affects your confidence, too, which is why we offer cosmetic […]
Symptoms of Cavities
As a kid, getting a cavity is almost like a scary rite of passage. As an adult, it can seem like an embarrassing problem. Getting a cavity doesn’t always mean you’re doing a poor job of taking care of your teeth, though. If you know that you’re a tooth-brushing fiend and you’re still experiencing pain […]
Baby Teething Comfort Tips
The appearance of your baby’s first tooth is an exciting moment on the road of contagious smiles and wobbly steps. That single pearly white makes for adorable photos, but its appearance is also a signal to learn some important care tips about your baby’s teeth. When it comes to teething and your baby’s dental care, […]
Healthy Gum Basics
Oral health contributes to holistic wellbeing- issues with teeth and gums can impact other organs, causing life-threatening complications. In fact, poor oral and gum health is linked to serious health conditions including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes1. Take a closer look at your gums: Do they look healthy? Here are the healthy gum basics that […]
Whitening Your Teeth Before Your Wedding: What to Know
What bride and groom doesn’t want to look their best on their wedding day? After all, every eye will be on you, so it makes sense to want the brightest and whitest smile possible for your guests and all those photos. As your nuptials approach, you’ll want to add teeth whitening to your to-do list. […]
Dental Care During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a beautiful time in your life. While you prepare your home and family for a new addition, you also spend a lot of your time and energy taking care of yourself so that your baby will be healthy. Included in that is your oral hygiene, therefore it’s important not to neglect your […]
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, making it an excellent time to learn about oral cancer and oropharyngeal cancer. By becoming educated on the risk factors and symptoms of these cancers, you could increase your chances of preventing and detecting them. What is Oral Cancer Awareness Month? Over 50,000 new cases of oral cancer and […]
What You Need to Know About Wisdom Teeth
Oftentimes, the thought of wisdom teeth brings up ideations of painful surgery, long recovery and loopy Novocain recoveries. But what are wisdom teeth, really, and how can they affect your oral health? Wisdom Teeth Defined Wisdom teeth are located in the upper and lower gums at the very back of a person’s mouth. Although most […]
National Children’s Dental Health Month
How are your kids’ dental hygiene habits? There is no time like now – and National Children’s Dental Health Month in February – to reinforce brushing, flossing, and routine visits to a full-service dental provider like Bridges & Buckner Dentistry by Design. How can you promote healthy habits with your kids? Hone Healthy Habits at […]
Child’s First Dentist Visit
As a parent, you know that many of your child’s most important milestones happen in the first few years of their lives. One of those milestones includes teething, and along with teething comes another milestone: the child’s first dental visit. Here at Bridges & Buckner Family Dentistry, we recognize that the first dentist visit can […]
What to Know About Dental Implants
According to the American Dental Association, about 5 million implants are placed on an annual basis in the U.S. alone1. Dental implants can be used to replace a missing tooth, replace several teeth, or even to support dentures, and are made from titanium and other materials safe for the human body. WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN […]
How Safe Are Dental X-Rays?
X-rays are an integral part of a comprehensive dental examination – but how safe are they? X-rays require low levels of exposure to radiation, which may seem risky, but it is important to note that X-rays help establish a baseline for your teeth and jaw that pinpoint issues that may manifest later-on. This makes X-rays […]
What You Need to Know About Gum Disease
Although gum disease is extremely common among adults in the United States, most people don’t realize they have it until it’s quite advanced. According to the Centers for Disease Control1, 47 percent of adults over age 30 have some form of gum disease. By age 65, this number increases to 70 percent. The sooner you […]
How We Help Anxious Patients
At Bridges & Buckner Dentistry by Design, we’re proud to have one of the most technologically advanced offices in Lawton. What this means for our patients is that we can focus on their care and making sure their experience with us is as comfortable as possible. What is “Dental Anxiety”? It’s estimated that up to […]
