Dental Health and Fluoride

Fluoride is a natural occurring mineral that helps prevent cavities in children and adults by making the enamel more resistant to the acid attacks that cause tooth decay. It is naturally found in most water sources, including rivers, lakes, wells, and even in the oceans. If you are prone to developing cavities, Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS, can apply fluoride directly to your teeth during your dental visit.

As mentioned, fluoride is found in water, but it can also be found in food. The fluoride we consume from foods and beverages continues to provide a topical benefit because it becomes part of our saliva, constantly bathing the teeth with tiny amounts of fluoride that help rebuild weakened tooth enamel. It can also be applied to the teeth through fluoridated toothpaste and mouth rinses. However, fluoride treatments that Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS provides in-office contain a much higher level than the amount found in toothpaste and mouth rinses.

If you have questions about fluoride treatments, please give us a call. To learn more about services provided at the practice, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information.  To schedule an appointment with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213. 

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.