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7 Subtle Signals Hidden in Your Smile

When it comes to first impressions, there’s nothing more important than your smile. More than how you smell, more than what you wear, even more than what you say, your smile is what people will remember from their first meeting with you. So if you really want to sculpt your image from first impressions, nothing […]nThe post 7 Subtle Signals Hidden in Your Smile appeared first on .

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Sleep Apnea
Dr. Meghan Hodges

How to Read the Warning Signs on Sleep Apnea

isn’t just dangerous because of the serious health conditions it can cause or contribute to like heart disease, liver problems, and more. It isn’t just dangerous because it increases your risk or workplace accidents or car accidents. It’s dangerous because most people with sleep apnea don’t know that they have it. Even though […]nThe post How to Read the Warning Signs on Sleep Apnea appeared first on .

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Invisalign
Dr. Meghan Hodges

Not Happy with Braces? You Can Switch to Invisalign

If you’ve started orthodontic treatment with braces, you might regret your decision. Although traditional orthodontics do have some advantages, there are many drawbacks that you might have underestimated when you first made your decision, only to find later that they matter more than you thought. The good news is: you can switch to […]nThe post Not Happy with Braces? You Can Switch to Invisalign appeared first on .

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We Mean It: Dental Implants Last a Lifetime

We understand that many people are cynical when we say that last a lifetime. After all, most of us have had a negative experience with a “lifetime” warranty that really only lasts five years or less. But dental implants aren’t most products: their lifetime, as defined by traditional product failure analysis, really is […]nThe post We Mean It: Dental Implants Last a Lifetime appeared first on .

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5 Ways Smiling Can Help You Get Promoted

If you’re trying to climb the ladder at work, but you’re having difficulty, don’t get frustrated. Just put on a happy face, and maybe you’ll find that the problem solves itself. After all, smiling at work can help with many of the essential characteristics of winning a promotion. Look Happy in Your Work Being happy […]nThe post 5 Ways Smiling Can Help You Get Promoted appeared first on .

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Alcohol Consumption Worsens Gum Disease

According to a new study published online first in the Journal of Periodontology, people who consume more alcohol are more likely to suffer worse , and even those without gum disease have worse gum health. Analyzing Four Groups In the study, researchers looked at 88 subjects who were divided into four groups: Alcohol-dependent with […]nThe post Alcohol Consumption Worsens Gum Disease appeared first on .

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TMJ
Dr. Meghan Hodges

Could a TMJ Support Group Help?

isn’t just a physical condition that causes issues like or . Like most illnesses, it’s an emotional and psychological one as well. In fact, TMJ sufferers are at a high risk for depression and other mood disorders. We can help you with your physical symptoms, but you might consider joining […]nThe post Could a TMJ Support Group Help? appeared first on .

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Sleep Loss May Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease

People in the United States casually talk about daytime fatigue as though it is no big deal. Although many people suffer from it, daytime fatigue is anything but normal. If you feel sleepy even after a full night’s sleep, you might suffer from , a condition that disrupts your sleep at night and keeps […]nThe post Sleep Loss May Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease appeared first on .

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Five Ways For a Speedy Dental Implant Recovery

Caring for your after surgery can make a huge difference in how quickly you heal. In many cases, improper care can not only slow the healing process, but also result in the loss of the implant. Here are a few tips to help you recover quickly and avoid infection: Get Some Rest From […]nThe post Five Ways For a Speedy Dental Implant Recovery appeared first on .

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Our smile makeover patients travel from all over the Tulsa area to see us. Our office sits at 10031 S. Yale Ave., Suite 104, near 101st and Yale in south Tulsa. Also, we are a short drive from Jenks, Bixby, and Broken Arrow. So if you want porcelain veneers in Tulsa, OK, you can reach us easily. Call (918) 528-3330 and we will help you plan your new smile.

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