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When it comes to having teeth extracted, most people's greatest fears are of any potential pain endured from the procedure, but as Chaddy (the above featured teenager immediately after his extraction) discovered, you have more to fear from friends with video cameras who document your silly behavior while still under the influence of the anesthesia. In the video, Chaddy makes some very large promises to his parents and becomes increasingly emotional when discussing the topic of eating ice cream with his father. It's too bad this footage has already gone viral on the internet otherwise chatty Chaddy's parent could have used it to blackmail him into doing his chores. 


For more a more in-depth breakdown of the video, check out the Huffington Post's coverage of the video. In order to determine if this could possibly happen to you, visit the official website of Tulsa's own Dr. Larry James and schedule your next dental appointment. 

What's In a Filling?

So, you have a cavity and it needs to be filled. When a cavity is detected and needs to be filled, there is a growing array of material that can be used. Still, with advances in the types of material that can used to fill a cavity, the two most popular materials are dental amalgam or resin composite. 

For over 150 years, dentists have used dental amalgam to fill cavities in teeth. Most popularly referred to a metal, gold, or silver filling, the amalgam used in fillings is most commonly a combination of silver, tin, copper, and mercury. Mercury makes up around 50% of the filling and is used to bind the other metals together which adhere to tooth using a dental cement-like material. It is a favorite amongst patients for its less expensive price tag and extensive lifespan. It is a favorite amongst dentists because of its ease of use. Dental amalgam is most popular for filling cavities in the back of the mouth. For front teeth, a composite resin is much more popular for its aesthetic value. 


Composite resin is a tooth-like material most commonly used where the material would be visible. It is most primarily composed of a mixture of powdered glass, plastic resin, and ceramic compounds. Though it is not nearly as strong as dental amalgam and are more expensive, many favor the material when the cavity needing to be filled is in a visible area.


Before you have your cavities filled, discuss your options for what materials are available for your dental filling. For an additional overview of filling material, check out this post from Delta Dental. If it's been a while since you've last had your teeth examined for cavities and other problems, contact the dental professionals at the Tulsa offices of Dr. Larry James, D.D.S.. Catching problems early makes it easier, less costly, and possibly less painful to reverse. In order to have your teeth examined by the best, contact the Tulsa's dental professionals at Dr. Larry James, D.D.S..   

Is Chewing Ice Bad For Your Teeth?

In America, having ice in one's drink is a luxury we're all accustomed to. With this, many have a habit munching on the ice left over from a drink as soon as we're finished with the drink. Though typically not painful, is chewing ice back for teeth? According to the site General Medicine, chewing of ice is, in fact, potentially damaging to the enamel, roots, and existing fillings, caps, or crowns in the mouth. While one crunch does not seem to cause much damage, habitual crunching on ice puts additional wear on teeth from chewing on a substance harder than teeth were meant to chew on. Though little damage occurs from having ice in one's mouth because it is usually melted by saliva, chewing on ice can lead to much more serious problems down the road. For more information proper dental health, to get your teeth cleaned, or additional work done in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere, check in with the Tulsa dental professionals at Dr. Larry James DDS and schedule your appointment today!

New Dental Procedure "Fills" a Need

Tired of having to have those fillings replaced ? Thanks to a recent dental breakthrough, getting one of these new fillings might not only be your last, but might actually help rebuild the tooth structure that was damaged by the cavity-causing plaque in the first place. Scientists have developed a new material for filling cavities that not only kills bacteria associated with cavities, but helps to re-mineralize the tooth where it has been damaged. With the infusion of the antibacterial material into the silver nanoparticles, this helps to thwart off bacteria and is attached to the tooth tissue using an adhesive. The new filling material is still currently undergoing testing before wide use, but if all goes well, these new fillings should last far longer than the regular filling material. For more on this achievement, check out this Daily Mail article. For more information on having your own teeth checked in the Tulsa area, visit the official website of Dr. Larry James, D.S.S. and book an appointment today! 

Dental Sealants

Though regular brushing is still the most successful means of removing particles of food and plaque accumulation that can result in tooth decay, it can still be quite difficult to remove such debris from the tight crevices in the chewing areas of some rear teeth. One recommended way of helping prevent any damage that can be caused by this accumulation is by having sealants put on the teeth. Sealants are a form of plastic that is applied to these areas and then hardened with a curing light. When a layer of sealant is applied, it is largely invisible and does not effect the bite of the individual. The application and curing of sealants is a very quick and easy procedure that can be done in the course of a regular appointment and does not require any form of anesthesia because it is completely non-invasive. For more information, read through this article from WebMD that can answer any questions you might have. To make an appointment to have your teeth cleaned, inspected, and possibly have sealants applied, log on to the website of Dr. Larry James D.D.S. and enjoy continued dental health.

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Type in a simple internet search for Dentists in Tulsa and you will receive hundreds upon hundreds of results.  Don’t just trust any of these people with your dental care, trust Dr. Larry James, D.D.S. For more than a decade, Dr. James has been providing patients in the Tulsa, OK area with personalized and professional dental services including cosmetic dentistry, tooth whitening, dental surgery, TMJ treatment and other general dentistry procedures for more than 20 years. We also specialize in preventing tooth decay through proper dental hygiene practices and tooth extraction. We are not just cosmetic dentists.    Dr. James and his staff have created a relaxing dental office where you can relax knowing you are in good hands. Caring for your teeth is important, which why our dental clinic can help work with you on dental insurance.

There are a variety of conditions we can treat and procedures we can perform to help with your dental hygiene and dental care. TMJ is a condition of the jaw joints that can cause pain and discomfort chewing and eating. Dr. Larry James is able to provide non-invasive TMJ treatments that can help alleviate and correct the pain of the condition.

Tooth whitening has become incredibly popular recently as the desire for whiter, healthier looking teeth has grown. As an expert cosmetic dentist Dr. James can provide you teeth whitening treatments. Almost all of our patients see an improvement in the color of their teeth.

Along with Dr. James’ cosmetic dentistry experience in his dental clinic, he can also perform dental surgery such as wisdom tooth extraction.

Dr. James and his staff strive to make their dental office a welcoming and comfortable environment. As one of Tulsa’s respected dentists you can be sure that our dental offices will be inviting and professional, whether you are coming in for cosmetic dentistry, tooth whitening, pediatric dentistry, dental surgery or simple dental hygiene appointments to prevent tooth decay. Trust your dental care with us at our dental clinic. We accept several types of dental insurance. Call us today at 918-665-0015 or visit http://www.drlarryjames.com.