At Magnolia Family Dentistry, we believe knowledge is power. That’s why we regularly attend continuing education workshops and seminars to learn the latest research, techniques, and technologies in dentistry. Then, we bring that knowledge back home to our family of patients in Midwest City. Follow along on our blog for bi-monthly articles on all things oral health. Feel free to comment, share, and join the conversation—and help us spread the word!
If you’d like to learn more about oral health, call or schedule an appointment online with Dr. Leaha Nels at Magnolia Family Dentistry today!
If you’re one of the 40 million Americans with sensitive teeth, you must be familiar with the painful zing that follows a hot drink, a bite of ice cream, or just a deep breath of cold air. These and other elements can cause a sudden discomfort if you have sensitive teeth, also called dentin hypersensitivity…. (Read More)
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What parents do with their children’s baby teeth varies from family to family. Some save them, some throw them away, some make a craft project or a keepsake from them. Recent research is even exploring the possibility of having parents store their children’s baby teeth to preserve mesenchymal stem cell content in the event the… (Read More)
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A few things are equally important for your oral health, no matter what your age or stage of life. Good nutrition, brushing and flossing habits, visiting the dentist and a little fluoride are always (always) the essentials – you won’t ever hear us say otherwise. However, your dental hygiene routine requires unique considerations for each… (Read More)
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When to Straighten Your Teeth There are a lot of reasons to straighten your teeth, and there are a lot of ways to do it. But you may not know that there are many unique times in your life when it might be best to straighten your teeth. In general, dentists begin considering the potential… (Read More)
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If you’ve visited our blog before, you know that we love to talk about tooth decay. The chances are, everyone in Midwest City has had or will have tooth decay at one point. It is classified by the National Institutes of Health as the most prevalent disease in the world. Today we’re going to talk… (Read More)
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You’ve heard it before. Too much sugar is not good for little bodies. Or, more precisely, added sugar is not good for people, big or small. The more we learn about how sugar affects the body, the more we realize that lots of added sugar has many downsides for health. This is particularly true of… (Read More)
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There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at Magnolia Family Dentistry talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how they work? Dr. Nels knows that folks in Midwest City like to be informed, so think… (Read More)
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Welcome to your mouth! A healthy mouth is necessary for a healthy life. You might be surprised how many different parts work together to make your mouth function. Read more below from Midway City dentist Dr. Leaha Nels to get an in-depth look at the human mouth and how it works.
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A hole in your smile is never a positive thing. It negatively affects physical appearance, eating, speaking, and your overall sense of confidence and well-being. Let Magnolia Family Dentistry bridge the gap between where you are with your smile and where you want to be! A missing tooth or teeth can also cause jaw pain… (Read More)
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If you are a parent, you probably know how difficult it is to get children to brush and floss regularly. On top of that, young children often lack the necessary motor skills to properly care for their teeth. Magnolia Family Dentistry wants your whole family to have excellent dental health, so here’s some information on… (Read More)
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Posted April 13, 2019 /