Understanding the Actions of Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is a chemical compound with the formula N20. At room temperature, it is a colorless, non-flammable gas, with a slightly sweet odor and taste. Nitrous oxide is a safe and effective sedative agent that is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask that fits over your nose to help you relax. In Enid, OK, Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS only administers this pain relieving formula to eligible patients.

Nitrous oxide is the most commonly used form of sedation in dentistry. It is administered by having the patient inhale the gas, which is carefully monitored by Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS. You will fall into a euphoric state and feel completely relaxed. All feelings of fear and anxiety fade away, leaving you to sit back peacefully while your dental procedure is performed. In most cases, all dental work can be completed in one visit while you are sedated. Once the procedure is over, the nitrous oxide will wear off fairly quickly and you will probably be able to drive yourself home and return to your daily activities.

You will need to have a preliminary visit with your dentist to make sure that you are an eligible candidate for nitrous sedation. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213. To learn more about Nitrous oxide and services provided at the office, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information.

Straight Teeth are Healthy Teeth

Swollen red gums can often be the result of having teeth that are crowded or too widely spaced. When teeth are properly aligned, it helps the gums fit more securely around the teeth, allowing for the strongest and healthiest defense against potential periodontal problems. In Enid, OK, Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS, can provide you with a variety of options to straighten your teeth so that you can have a beautiful healthy smile.

When teeth are properly aligned, they’re easier to clean and when your teeth are clean and dental plaque free, you’re less likely to need a tooth filling or gum disease treatment. When teeth are straight, it helps the gums fit more securely around the teeth, allowing for the strongest and healthiest defense against potential periodontal problems.

Tooth decay and gum disease are caused by bacteria. Left untreated, they can cause mouth sores, tender or bleeding gums, bad breath, and possible tooth loss.  Correctly aligning your teeth can also alleviate the issues that can be caused by an improper bite, speech or chewing difficulties, jaw problems and increased wear on the tooth enamel.

If you are considering braces, Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS offers Invisalign as well as traditional braces as options. To learn more about these options visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213.

Oral Cancer Screenings

An oral cancer screening means looking for cancer in the mouth before a person has any symptoms. This can help find cancer at an early stage and when abnormal tissue or cancer is found early, it may be easier to treat.  Oral cancer screenings are a very important part of the dental visit for the patient. With the advances in modern technology, Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS, is now able to pinpoint the start of a potential problem much earlier in its evolution.

The oral cancer screening is often completed with an ultraviolet light or similar device that allows us to view issues that can't always be detected by the human eye under normal conditions. During your dental visit, Dr. Dennis Morehart can talk to you about your health history and examine these areas for signs of mouth and/or throat cancer. The screening will consist of a visual inspection of the mouth and palpation of the jaw and neck.

It is important to remember that your dentist does not necessarily think you have cancer if he or she suggests a screening test. Screening tests are given when you have no cancer symptoms. To schedule an oral cancer screening with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS in Enid, OK, call 580-237-2213. To learn more about oral cancer screenings and other services provided at the office, visit www.eniddentalcare.com for more information. 

Full and Partial Dentures

For patients who have lost all or most of their teeth, dentures are a great option for replacement. Dentures will allow patients to eat and speak normally again. Dr. Dennis Morehart provides patients in our Enid, OK dental practice with full and partial dentures to repair smiles and improve facial structure.

Dentures are a new set of teeth that are able to be taken out. Whether all of the teeth are missing or just most of them, Dr. Morehart has options. Dentures make it possible to eat and speak normally again. They bring your smile back and can even improve your smile. In addition, when teeth are lost, the facial muscles sag and make a person appear older than they are. Dentures keep these muscles in place and retain the shape of the face.

Dr. Morehart offers full and partial dentures. Partial dentures are able to be utilized when there are a few teeth left that can serve as a base for the dentures. Full dentures are able to be applied conventionally or immediately for our patients’ convenience. The benefit to immediate dentures is that there will be no time spent without teeth (if extractions are necessary), however in the future they will need to be re-fit. When gums heal from extractions, they tend to shrink and change shape.

If you are looking to repair your smile and regain confidence talking, laughing, and eating, consider dentures. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS here in Enid, OK, call us at (580) 237-2213 or visit our website, www.eniddentalcare.com. 

Gum Grafting in Enid, OK

Gum disease can cause some damage to gums that cannot heal on its own. When gums recede, they can cause pain and must be corrected for the health of the gums and the teeth they hold. Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS performs gum grafts right here in our Enid, OK dental practice for those who need additional gum tissue added to an area.

Gum grafting takes tissue from the roof of the mouth and moves it down to where additional tissue is needed. Sometimes when gum disease progresses far enough, it will create deep pockets in the gums which recedes the gum line. Exposed tooth root can cause pain and sensitivity, as well as put the future of the tooth in jeopardy. If untreated, the tooth root can become decayed or eventually lead to the tooth falling out. Gum grafting is needed to repair the natural state of the gums so they can do their job correctly.

Dr. Morehart will cut tissue from the roof of the mouth or an area of the gums where there is excess tissue and he will transfer it down to the area where gums are needed. The tissue is stitched into place and over time, they will grow and heal into a natural gum line.

If you are experiencing sensitive teeth due to exposed tooth root, schedule a consultation with skilled and experienced Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS of Enid, OK. To schedule, call us at (580) 237-2213 or visit our website, www.eniddentalcare.com.

Braces for Straightening Teeth in Enid, OK

A great smile and a healthy mouth go hand-in-hand with straight teeth. Straight teeth are a major desire for many. This is why Dr. Dennis Morehart offers braces to his patients at his Enid, OK dental practice.

Braces are a teeth straightening procedure that works by applying metal bracing to the teeth, providing continuous pressure. The continuous pressure over time moves the teeth into the desired position. Dr. Morehart comes up with a step by step plan so that each movement is in the right direction.

Braces have been around for a long time, but they have continuously changed and advanced. Today’s braces are made of super-strong metal alloys. Metal brackets are bonded to the front of teeth and a metal wire is clipped into the brackets which apply pressure into a certain direction set by Dr. Morehart. The wire is changed out about every four weeks. The duration for wearing braces varies with each case, however it is usually somewhere between one and three years.

If you are considering straightening your teeth, come find out if braces are right for you. To learn more about braces or to schedule a consultation here in our Enid, OK dental practice, contact Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS by calling (580) 237-2213 or by visiting our website, www.eniddentalcare.com. 

Dental Bonding for Affordable, Attractive Cosmetic Improvements

Want your bright and healthy-looking smile back? Dental bonding is an affordable and good-looking way to improve the look of many dental issues. Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS offers dental bonding here at his Enid, OK dental practice for his patients looking to improve the look of chips, cracks, discoloration and more.

Dental bonding is the process of applying a composite resin to teeth in places where improvement is needed. The composite resin is tooth-colored and is the same resin used for white cavity fillings. It is smoothed over an imperfection like a chip or a crack. It can even be used to close a gap or lengthen a tooth that appears misaligned. The resin is molded and shaped into the desired look and hardened using an LED light. For whitening purposes, a brighter-colored resin is chosen and smoothed over your teeth. Dental bonding is durable and is taken care of just like normal teeth. With good care, dental bonding can last over ten years.

Long-lasting, affordable improvements and whitening are now available for those in Enid, OK desiring a more attractive smile. To contact Dr. Dennis Morehart, DDS, contact us by calling (580) 237-2213 or by visiting our website, www.eniddentalcare.com.