Keep Your Teeth in Tip-Top Shape with Advanced Dental Technology in Oklahoma City

June 13, 2013

Filed under: Dental Technology,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , — okde @ 9:12 pm

454389001In order to provide the most effective, thorough care possible, it’s important for dentists to keep up and implement the latest dental technologies in their offices. After all, modern equipment and techniques have several advantages – it makes it easier for dental teams to share and relay information with patients, comfort is noticeably enhanced, and dentists are able to ensure that care is more detailed and precise than ever before. Drs. Colin Holman and Natalie Frazier believe strongly in sharing these benefits with their patients; that’s why their Oklahoma City office houses a variety of dental technologies designed to make oral health easier and safer for smiles of all ages. Come in to Dental Expressions to see for yourself!

Here are just a few of the tools our team uses to help your teeth become happier and healthier:

  • We use digital X-rays instead the traditional system, resulting in faster, more thorough pictures of your mouth as well as 90% less radiation.
  • Intraoral photography gives our team an up close and personal look at your teeth and gums, allowing us to show you any suspicious areas and more precisely pinpoint treatment plans.
  • Our cutting-edge sterilization system includes a heated autoclave with an LED lighting system that separates sterilized and non-sterilized equipment, ensuring that you never have to worry about cleanliness when undergoing our care!
  • Our fully digital recordkeeping system makes it easy to pull up information, edit addresses, and review records in seconds!

Are you ready to experience comprehensive, personalized care that puts patient comfort first! Contact our Oklahoma City office today to schedule a consultation with one of our dentists, or if you have any questions about our technologies. We’re happy to see patients from all over the OKC area, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and beyond!

Dental Expressions Can Help Your Smile Shine with Teeth Whitening Services

May 3, 2013

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , — okde @ 2:37 pm

168372883Out of all the cosmetic dentistry services available today, teeth whitening is still one of the most popular – and for good reason! A beautiful, white smile can imply all sorts of positive attributes about you, including success, vitality, confidence, and more; it’s certainly a great tool to have if you want to make a good impression in the workplace. Sadly, certain drinks, some medications, and even genetics can leave you with teeth that look dingy or discolored. Our dedicated team at Dental Expressions wants you to have the smile you’ve always dreamed of; that’s why Dr. Colin Holman and Dr. Natalie Frazier offer take-home teeth whitening kits that can provide both dramatic and convenient results.

While over-the-counter whitening treatments may seem effective at first, they can’t beat the staying power of the professional-grade bleach you can receive at our Oklahoma City office. Our team will first create a custom-made tray to fit the unique shape of your smile; these trays are designed to hold the bleach as close to your teeth as possible while still keeping out saliva. Then, all you have to do is wear them over a few weeks for the prescribed amount of time in the comfort of your own home! Stains of all kinds have been shown to fade and even vanish with the help of take-home teeth whitening care.

Additionally, we can provide cosmetic bonding or porcelain veneers in the small chance that your stains aren’t erased to your satisfaction by our teeth whitening treatment. Our Oklahoma City dental team won’t stop until we’ve found the cosmetic dentistry solution that gives you the smile you want.

Contact our Oklahoma City office today to schedule an appointment with one of our doctors today! We also welcome patients from the OKC area, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and beyond. We can’t wait to make your teeth healthier and happier!

Rebuild Your Smile with Various Tooth Replacement Options in Oklahoma City

March 22, 2013

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry,Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , — okde @ 4:34 pm

151545340Out of all the dental injuries a person can face in a lifetime, tooth loss tends to be the most devastating, both for a person’s self-confidence and their overall oral health. When there are unsightly gaps in your smile, it can be hard to even convince yourself to get out of bed, much less talk and laugh with your peers. Worse, if ignored, your other teeth can begin to twist and move in order to fill the space, as well as lead to jawbone deterioration. Thankfully, our team at Dental Expressions is here to help with a variety of tooth replacement options. Choices are key at our Oklahoma City practice – while one restorative option might be a perfect fit for some people, it could be frustrating or unfulfilling for others. That’s why Dr. Colin Holman and Dr. Natalie Frazier are committed to working closely with their patients in order to find the tooth replacement service that will restore beauty, form, and complete functionality to their unique smile.

At Dental Expressions, we offer the following tooth replacement options:

Dental Implants

Dental implants are the only restorative option that replicates the entire structure of the tooth, from the root to the crown. First, a specialist will first place a small titanium rod in your jawbone.  Once an appropriate amount of time has passed for the area to heal, you’ll return to our office where we’ll top it off with a beautiful, natural-looking crown. After a while, you won’t even remember that they’re not your natural teeth!

Dentures and Partials

If you’ve lost all the teeth along your upper arch, your lower arch, or both, a full denture can be custom made for your unique mouth, fitting into place with natural suction and dental adhesive. If desired, dental implants and dentures can actually be used together, ensuring a much more sturdy fit. For patients who are only missing a few teeth, partial dentures can be used instead. Both of these tooth replacement solutions are removable.

Bridges

For patients who are looking for a more stable solution than dentures without wanting to undergo the dental implants process, bridges are a non-removable solution that can replace a few teeth in a row.

Contact our Oklahoma City office today to schedule a consultation with one of our accomplished doctors today! Our team will work hard to ensure that you get the care you desire and the smile you’ve been dreaming of. We’re also happy to see patients from the OKC area, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and beyond!

Treat Little Smiles Well with Dedicated Children’s Dentistry Services in Oklahoma City

February 27, 2013

Filed under: Children's Dentistry,General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — okde @ 9:59 pm

140303575You do your best to keep your children healthy by monitoring their diet and keeping them active – but what about their teeth? Going to the dentist’s office can be scary at first, especially for little smiles. Here at Dental Expressions, we understand how crucial it is for your little one to have a pleasant and comfortable experience at our Oklahoma City office every time they come in; after all, establishing good dental hygiene habits at such a young age can put them on a lifelong path towards optimal oral health! With a variety of personalized and gentle children’s dentistry services, Dr. Colin Holman and Dr. Natalie Frazier will be sure to keep your son or daughter’s teeth healthy and happy for years to come.

Children’s Dentistry Leaves Little Kids Smiling

We suggest first bringing your child into our Oklahoma City office around the age of two – not for a full-blown dental appointment, but instead for what we like to call a “happy visit.” Children often have the most trouble with situations, places, or people that are unfamiliar to them; this way, we can prepare them for their first visit by introducing our staff, showing them all the tools we use, and even letting them sit in the dentist’s chair!

We usually suggest that children should start attending regular check-ups and cleanings around the age of three to five; however, if you notice any abnormalities in the way their teeth seem to be developing before then, please feel free to bring them in so we can take a look. During these appointments, we’ll be sure to keep our care gentle and conservative while also watching out for potential problems. Our friendly hygienist will be glad to show you and your son or daughter how to properly brush and floss at home.

Once your child is older, we can provide them with other personalized children’s dentistry services, such as dental sealants and fluoride treatments – both of which help to keep teeth strong and cavity-free!

Our team loves children, and we can’t wait to provide them the tools they need to keep their smile looking lovely for a lifetime. Bring your loved ones to Dental Expressions for caring children’s dentistry services today! Call our Oklahoma City office to schedule an appointment. We also are happy to see patients from the OKC area, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and the surrounding communities.

Could You Be Suffering From Sleep Apnea?

February 18, 2013

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , — okde @ 6:27 pm

488099845We can all agree that snoring is an annoying habit to have – especially where tired spouses are concerned. The habit can keep your family awake at night, disrupt your own sleep, and leave you with a sore throat in the morning. But did you know that snoring can actually be an indicator of a much more serious condition? If you’re a chronic snorer, you might be suffering from sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous disorder that causes a person to stop breathing constantly through the night, usually for instances of ten seconds or longer. People who suffer from untreated sleep apnea not only suffer from chronic exhaustion and lessened enjoyment of life, but could also suffer possible complications later in life. Here at Dental Expressions in Oklahoma City, our team is happy to provide you with a variety of effective solutions to treat your sleep apnea. With the help of Dr. Holman and Dr. Frazier, you and your family will be back to peaceful slumber in no time.

But first, how do you know for sure if you have sleep apnea? Here are some common symptoms:

  • Chronic exhaustion/ drowsiness during the day, no matter how sleep you got the night before
  • Waking up with a dry mouth or throat after sleep
  • Constant choking, gasping, or snorting during sleep
  • Loud snoring
  • Constantly waking up during the night
  • Morning headaches

Some of those sound familiar! What are my options for treatment?

After Dr. Holman or Dr. Frazier have concurred that you are in fact suffering from sleep apnea, there are a few solutions you both can pursue, depending on the severity of the disorder. First, they can offer you the use of an oral appliance (commonly referred to as a snoreguard). Wearing a snoreguard alleviates snoring and keeps your airway open. If your symptoms don’t respond to that treatment, Dr. Holman or Dr. Frazier may recommend that you see a doctor who specializes in sleep disorders, or that you look into the use of a CPAP machine, which consists of a box, facemask, and tube that carries air to your body while you sleep.

Our team is committed to providing you with comfortable and personalized service, here at Dental Expressions. Let us give you a reason to smile! Call our office today to schedule a consultation for your sleep apnea treatment.  We proudly serve patients from the OKC area, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and surrounding communities.

Be Fear-Free in the Dentist’s Chair with Oral Conscious Sedation

January 8, 2013

Filed under: Dental Technology,General Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — okde @ 8:51 pm

stk85221corIf the mere thought of going to the dentist fills you with hesitation or anxiety, you’re definitely not alone – nearly 75% of the population reports some level of fear when faced with the idea. These feelings can even make you delay dental care indefinitely, which can lead to more serious oral health issues.

Here at Dental Expressions in Oklahoma City, we want to make sure you get the dental treatment you need as quickly and effectively as possible. At the same time, your safety and comfort are a top priority for us, which is why Dr. Holman and Dr. Frazier are happy to be able to offer you oral conscious sedation as an option during your procedure. With oral conscious sedation, you’ll be able to feel relaxed and happy while our team does all the heavy lifting, providing you with beautiful, healthy teeth you’ll be thrilled to share with the world.

Is sedation right for you? Take a look at these characteristics:

  • Do you respond poorly to anesthesia?
  • Do you experience a lot of stress, anxiety, or discomfort when faced with that familiar big chair?
  • Do you have a sensitive gag reflex?
  • Do you need to undergo several lengthy procedures?

If one or more of these seem familiar, then oral conscious sedation may be the right choice for you. Oral conscious sedation is a small sedative that comes to you in pill form. You simply take it the night before your procedure and bring another with you. The next day, you will feel groggy, so you’ll need someone to drive you to and from your appointment. Under oral conscious sedation, you’ll still be able to respond to commands from Dr. Holman or Dr. Frazier, but you’ll feel much more relaxed, so much so that many patients don’t even remember much of their procedure once it’s finished.

While oral conscious sedation can be provided by dentists who’ve had no training in the area, both Dr. Holman and Dr. Frazier have taken the time to attend a specialized training program for the treatment. That way, you know that you’re receiving the most educated and safe service possible when you come to Dental Expressions. Let us put a smile on your face! Call our office today to schedule a consultation.  We proudly serve patients from the OKC area, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and surrounding communities.

Have You Scheduled Your Fall Checkup Yet?

September 14, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , — okde @ 8:36 pm

186428328In just about a week and a half, we’ll have reached the first day of fall. What that means for all of us in Oklahoma City and around the country is cooler weather, shorter days, and beautiful fall colors. It also signals that 2012 is mostly behind us now; the holidays will be here before you know it. That makes now a great time to schedule your fall checkup.

Enjoy a Healthy Smile This Holiday Season

We all want to enjoy the holiday season. And a key part of enjoying the holidays is having the freedom to comfortably enjoy the great foods that come with Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the Christmas season. That’s a more difficult thing to do, though, when you don’t know how your smile’s doing.

But that’s exactly what you can find out during a fall checkup with Dr. Frazier or Dr. Holman at Dental Expressions in Oklahoma City. During your visit, our team will thoroughly assess your oral health, perform a professional cleaning, and recommend any services that we think might be helpful for you.

Some of those services may be preventive or restorative—you may need a filling, for instance—but others might be cosmetic. Wouldn’t you love to share a whiter, straighter, more shapely smile with your friends and family this year? We have services that can help.

Are you ready to schedule your fall checkup with Dental Expressions and Dr. Frazier or Dr. Holman? Call our Oklahoma City dental office today to schedule your appointment. Our OKC team is always ready to help.

 

Rejuvenate Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers from Dental Expressions

August 1, 2012

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , — okde @ 3:20 pm

158576406Every smile is different. And yet, as different as every smile is, patients have very similar reasons for wanting a popular cosmetic dentistry service like porcelain veneers. Today on our blog, we’d like to identify each and talk a little about them.

A Straighter Smile without Braces

The first reason patients often turn to porcelain veneers for cosmetic help is that they have crooked or oddly spaced teeth they want to straighten, but they don’t want braces. Porcelain veneers can help you with that by hiding imperfections, creating a smile that looks straight, beautiful, and natural. But because porcelain veneers don’t actually straighten teeth, we recommend seeing Dr. Colin Holman or Dr. Natalie Frazier at Dental Expressions before you decide. During your first visit with us, we can complete a thorough oral exam that will help us advise you as to the solution that will benefit you the most.

Whiter, More Radiant Teeth

The second reason patients from Oklahoma City and beyond have for turning to porcelain veneers is they want a whiter smile. Often, professional teeth whitening is enough to cut through difficult stains caused by foods, beverages, and tobacco, but some types of stains—like those caused by prescription medications—can be difficult for any whitening system, even the best, to get rid of. Porcelain veneers make it possible to beat any kind of stain, producing a radiantly beautiful smile that you won’t have to touch up at a later date.

Do you have another reason for considering porcelain veneers? We’d love to hear about it. Call Dental Expressions today to schedule your consultation appointment with us. Dr. Colin Holman and Dr. Natalie Frazier gladly serve patients from OKC, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and surrounding communities.

Enjoy a More Confident Smile with Porcelain Veneers from Dental Expressions

June 25, 2012

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , — okde @ 1:09 pm

101475871In our last post, we talked about teeth whitening, one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry services featured at our Oklahoma City dental office. Today, we’d like to introduce you to another great cosmetic dentistry service. With it, we can do more than just help you combat embarrassing tooth stains. We can also hide cracks, chips, spacing issues, and even slight misalignment. We’re talking, of course, about porcelain veneers.

What Are Porcelain Veneers?

If you’ve never heard of them before, porcelain veneers are an extremely effective cosmetic dentistry service. Made from thin discs of durable porcelain, your veneers will be affixed to the front of your front teeth, hiding the flaws that have been keeping you from smiling.

The entire porcelain veneers process takes two to three visits to complete. During the first, your Oklahoma City cosmetic dentist will talk to you about what kinds of results you’d like to see. Then, after an oral exam, we can begin putting your personalized plan together. When designing porcelain veneers we consider your overall appearance, not just your smile. That means we take into account your skin tone, your facial features, and more, all to create exactly the kind of beautiful, natural-looking smile you’ve always dreamed of.

After your veneers have been handcrafted by a talented ceramist you’ll return to our Oklahoma City dental office to have your permanent veneers put in place. With your brand new, completed smile you can get back to your normal schedule feeling more confident about your teeth than you have for a long time.

Are You Ready to Transform Your Smile?

If you’re ready to start transforming your smile with porcelain veneers, Dr. Holman and Dr. Frazier are ready to help. Call Dental Expressions in Oklahoma City today to schedule your consultation visit. We serve patients from OKC, Moore, Norman, Midwest City, and beyond.

 

Professional Teeth Whitening for Patients from Oklahoma City and Surrounding Cities

May 11, 2012

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , — okde @ 7:15 am

178901519If you’ve ever taken a close look at the oral care aisle at your local grocery story or drug store, you’ve probably noticed that there are a lot of teeth whitening products out there. Whitening kits, whitening toothpastes, whitening mouthwashes—all claim that they can give your smile the boost it’s been missing. But can they really?

Because every patient is different, there’s no black-and-white answer to that question. For some, they may be incredibly effective. For others, though, they may not be powerful enough to do any good.

That’s why, at Dental Expressions, we offer professional teeth whitening as one of our cosmetic dentistry services. With professional teeth whitening, Dr. Colin Holman and Dr. Natalie Frazier can help you remove difficult stains caused by foods, drinks, aging, tobacco use, and, in some cases, even stains caused by a medication like tetracycline.

Your chance at a brighter smile and improved confidence begins with a consultation visit at our Oklahoma City dental office. We’ll inspect your smile and take an impression of your teeth. These will help our lab as they build your custom whitening trays. To whiten your smile, you’ll just need to line your trays with a specially-formulated whitening gel and wear them as directed.

Are you ready to take your smile to the next level with professional teeth whitening? Call us today. We serve patients from OKC, Moore, Norman, Midwest City and surrounding areas.

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