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Spring is the time for fresh starts: Out with the old, in with the new. As you get ready to clean your home and refresh your routine, don’t forget about your pearly whites. Your dental health can make or break your overall health and confidence. This is the perfect season to reset your dental habits…

Not all orthodontics cases are the same. Patients have a wide range of needs, and many smiles require a more detailed approach than the standard teeth-straightening care plan. If your smile needs more than a quick fix, don’t fret. A personalized orthodontic treatment plan can get things back on track and fix common issues like…

Did you miss your dental appointment? Life moves fast, and for the modern professional or busy parent in Lawton, Oklahoma, the calendar is often full of work deadlines, school activities, and other social commitments. In the midst of managing a career and a household, it can be easy to let a dental appointment fall through…

Health Benefits of Braces When most people think of braces, the first thing that comes to mind is a perfectly straight smile. While the cosmetic transformation is certainly a major draw, the reality is that orthodontic treatment at Sheppard Family Dental care is about more than just aesthetics. Braces are a fundamental tool for good…

Missing teeth can affect far more than just your smile and overall appearance. Having gaps in your smile can shatter your confidence and reduce the functionality of your mouth. Dental implants can give you these things back. Implants are a long-term, natural-looking solution, and patients love the results they’re getting. Here’s why dental implants are…

Your tongue does more than help you eat and speak. The appearance of your tongue can reveal early signs of oral and whole-body health problems. Keeping an eye on your tongue is a simple, easy step toward better dental health. These five signs may pop up if something is off with your oral health. Look…

Need braces? You have options. No matter your age, there’s a chance you dream of changing your smile. If your goal is to have a straighter smile, braces are a solution for you. However, braces don’t always fit a person’s aesthetic goals. More often than not, they are metal with colorful bands—pretty difficult to hide…

Bedtime Chaos In an ideal world, you survive the day, have dinner, accomplish the bedtime routine, and then have some well-deserved quiet time once the kiddos are sound asleep. But let’s face it, that’s not how it usually works. Instead, you get home, shove food in your mouth, then get completely stuck in the bedtime…

Socialization is hard enough as it is—missing teeth make it harder. Socializing has its ups and downs; it’s just part of life. Sometimes it can be overwhelming, making it feel like a chore instead of a reprieve. And other times, it feels like that breath of fresh air you’ve been craving, that escape from reality.…

Wait… Teething already? There’s nothing quite like a toothy baby grin! Those first few teeth are beyond adorable and cause everyone around them to smile. That is, until it’s two in the morning and you’ve been up for the past five hours attempting to get the cutest teething creature to bed. In the end, it’s…

Dental Implants Will Complete Your Smile The approaching holidays promise great food, family fun, and the opportunity to take cherished photos with your loved ones. It’s a time for smiles and laughter. All of this can be more complex, however, if you have missing teeth.  One option that can help transform your holiday season, allowing…

Thanksgiving is approaching, and with it comes rich holiday foods and changes to your normal routine. These can impact your oral health, putting you at risk of cavities and even gum disease. To thank your teeth for all of the work they do throughout the year, you can do five crucial things this holiday season…