Science Museum Oklahoma reopens beloved ‘Mighty Mouth’ exhibit
Science Museum Oklahoma’s popular dental exhibit, “Mighty Mouth,” has reopened after renovations, thanks to support from Delta Dental of Oklahoma.
Science Museum Oklahoma’s “Mighty Mouth” exhibit has reopened after months of renovations, bringing back a beloved attraction for families.”The kids have grown up. They’ve seen the teeth. It’s one of the most photographed things in the museum,” Sherry Marshall, president and CEO of Science Museum Oklahoma, said.The restoration was made possible by the generosity of Delta Dental of Oklahoma and its foundation. “It matters today just like it did in the 1980s when it first opened,” John Gladden, chairman, president, and CEO of Delta Dental of Oklahoma, said. >> Video Below: Science Museum Oklahoma hosts 21+ ’90s night with bar, games and ‘Omniplex’ nostalgiaUpgrades were made throughout the exhibit, but the iconic “Mighty Mouth” itself is sticking around, with all it needed being a good brush. The bigger space includes a photo op for visitors to capture their pearly whites.”So, people can really understand the importance of oral health and why it’s important to take care of our teeth,” Marshall said. “You can not only learn the biology of your teeth but see what different functions of your teeth.”>> Download the KOCO 5 App | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channel | Sign up for KOCO 5’s Morning NewsletterThe upgraded exhibit is open during the museum’s business hours, inviting visitors to explore and learn more about oral health. Top Headlines Harmon County Sheriff’s Office sees shakeup with resignation of sheriff and deputies Delays expected on Kilpatrick Turnpike for rest of 2026 due to widening project Man hospitalized, woman arrested after stabbing in northwest Oklahoma City Winter storm: What food to have if the power goes out Judge blocks release of special counsel Smith’s report on Trump classified documents case
Science Museum Oklahoma’s “Mighty Mouth” exhibit has reopened after months of renovations, bringing back a beloved attraction for families.
“The kids have grown up. They’ve seen the teeth. It’s one of the most photographed things in the museum,” Sherry Marshall, president and CEO of Science Museum Oklahoma, said.
The restoration was made possible by the generosity of Delta Dental of Oklahoma and its foundation.
“It matters today just like it did in the 1980s when it first opened,” John Gladden, chairman, president, and CEO of Delta Dental of Oklahoma, said.
>> Video Below: Science Museum Oklahoma hosts 21+ ’90s night with bar, games and ‘Omniplex’ nostalgia
Upgrades were made throughout the exhibit, but the iconic “Mighty Mouth” itself is sticking around, with all it needed being a good brush.
The bigger space includes a photo op for visitors to capture their pearly whites.
“So, people can really understand the importance of oral health and why it’s important to take care of our teeth,” Marshall said. “You can not only learn the biology of your teeth but see what different functions of your teeth.”
>> Download the KOCO 5 App | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channel | Sign up for KOCO 5’s Morning Newsletter
The upgraded exhibit is open during the museum’s business hours, inviting visitors to explore and learn more about oral health.
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