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If you or your teen have braces, chances are it is to obtain that perfect smile that is constantly sought after by many. But if you do not practice good oral hygiene while you have those braces, your teeth might be straight, but they could have a less than pleasing appearance when the braces come […]
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As summer approaches, more kids will be playing sports. When you are getting your child’s sports equipment together, do not forget the importance of a mouth guard. Even the sports that you would not expect to pose a danger to your child’s mouth could be an issue. If it is possible to wear a mouth
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Temporomandibular Disorder, or TMD, is a painful condition that causes chronic pain in the jaw area. Everyone that suffers from this disorder experiences pain in a different area and in a different way. Some people suffer from jaw pain while others suffer from pain in the neck, head, or ears. Some people hear a popping
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It might seem like everywhere you look there are unhealthy foods beckoning your children to eat them, but there are ways to keep them on a healthy diet. Whether you are dealing with a toddler just experimenting with foods or a teenager that knows what he does and doesn’t like, it is never too late to
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Both dental crowns and porcelain veneers are forms of cosmetic and restorative dentistry and can disguise unsightly issues with your teeth. Dental veneers are meant for the front of a damaged tooth, whereas dental crowns are meant for the crown of the tooth, or the part of the tooth that is above the gum line.
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Chances are you have heard of gum disease and one point or another, but are you aware of its seriousness? If you choose to ignore the early signs of gum disease, you put yourself at risk for periodontal disease, which could cause such devastation as losing your natural teeth and suffering from bone loss. These
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If the words “dental cleaning” send shivers down your spine, you are not alone. Almost 15 percent of Americans are afraid of the dentist in some way, shape, or form. The problem is not in your phobia, but in the fact that you are avoiding the very important dental cleanings that need to be performed
If you suddenly find that you bit down on something that was too hard or you have been involved in an accident and chipped a tooth, you might wonder what your options are. Will the tooth need to be pulled? Are you stuck with fake teeth for the rest of your life? These are all
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Your teeth were meant to help you chew food for easy digestion; they are not meant for use on non-edible objects as many people have the bad habit of doing. When you use your teeth as a “tool” you put them at risk for unsightly chips that can be embarrassing and require dental work. Here
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If you have ever cringed while eating ice cream or stopped drinking your favorite hot drink due to pain in your teeth, you have experienced dental hypersensitivity. This simply means that the dentin in your teeth are experiencing pain from an external factor, such as eating or drinking something that is hot or cold. A
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River Valley Smile Center is a comprehensive dentistry practice in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Charles Liggett’s and Dr. Cole Johnson’s experience will make you feel right at home.
