Are You Flossing Properly?

Daily flossing is an important part of your oral health care routine to help remove the plaque from these areas where a toothbrush doesn’t completely reach. But to truly reap the benefits, you need to use a proper flossing technique. As much as Dr. Dennis Morehart loves to see you in his office, he would rather you understand the proper flossing technique to eliminate bacterial buildup in your mouth that can eventually lead to cavities, bad breath, and gum disease.  

• Start with 18” of floss. Wind most of it around one of your middle fingers and the rest around the same finger on your other hand.


• Hold floss tightly with about 1” of floss between your hands. Glide floss between teeth with a gentle sawing motion.


• Hold the floss against each tooth, gently scraping the tooth’s side while moving the floss away from the gum. Repeat on all teeth, including the very back ones.

If you haven’t flossed recently, your gums may feel sore or bleed. However, don’t worry. After five or six days, you’ll remove the built-up bacteria and your gums will feel great.

If you need assistance with your oral hygiene routine or have questions about flossing, please give us a call. To learn more about services provided at the practice, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213.

Sealants for Kids + Teens

Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS wants your child to have the healthiest smile imaginable, which is why he protects them with dental sealants. Dental sealants are recognized as an effective approach to preventing pit and fissure caries (cavities) in children. They protect the grooved and pitted surfaces of the teeth, especially the chewing surfaces of back teeth where most cavities in children are found.

Sealants are a great way to protect against tooth decay and cavities on your back molars. These teeth are most vulnerable to cavities and decay because they are used in the chewing process and are the most difficult to reach and clean. Molars first come in at around 5-7 years of age, with a second set coming in between the ages of 11-14. It is best for your child to have a sealant placed when the molars first come in to ensure that they are protected early.

If you have questions about pediatric sealants, give us a call. To learn more about pediatric sealants, the application process, and services provided at the practice, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS, in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213.

How Often Do You Brush?

Besides putting a damper on your social life, neglecting to brush your teeth can land you with more than just a few cavities. It could actually lead to life-threatening diseases. Keeping your teeth clean means keeping them strong and healthy, this is why Dr. Dennis Morehart makes it his goal to provide you with the best oral care achievably possible.   

It’s simple. If you don’t brush your teeth you will eventually lose them. You should clean your at home with a soft-bristled brush two or three times each day for at least two minutes. The brush that you use should comfortably fit the size and shape of your mouth, and should be replaced every few months. Brushing twice a day can potentially save you hundreds of dollars in restorative dental care in the future. In addition to forming good daily brushing habits, it is also important to have your teeth professionally cleaned.

If you need assistance with your oral hygiene routine or have questions about brushing your teeth, please give us a call. To learn more about services provided at the practice, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS, in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213.