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Restorative Options for Chipped Teeth When teeth become chipped, they can affect both our appearance and our bite. To overcome this dental dilemma, the extent of the damage needs to be examined and assessed. The right treatment option will depend on several criteria, including the reason for the sip, the size of the chip, and …
Crooked Teeth and Braces: Can I Leave My Teeth Crooked If I Don’t Want Braces? Some people prefer to bypass orthodontic treatment if they do not want to pay the related costs, or spend time on the treatment. While you can live with crowded or crooked teeth, it is not advised. Below are the reasons …
For Immediate Release FORT SMITH DENTIST COMPLETES HIGH-LEVEL CONTINUED EDUCATION COURSE AT WORLD CLASS CENTER Dr. Cole Johnson, of River Valley Smile Center, Completed a Biomechanics Course at the Kois Center Fort Smith, Ark.— Nov.- , 2020 Dr. Cole Johnson, of River Valley Smile Center, a leading dental practice in Fort Smith, Ark., completed a …
Are You a Good Candidate for Clear Braces? You have several methods available to you if you wish to straighten your teeth. Fortunately, today, teeth straightening does not have to involve the use of metal and can be far less conspicuous. One way this can be accomplished is with the use of clear braces. To …
Getting Ready for a Child’s First Visit to Our Office Some parents neglect taking their child to the dentist until he or she is older, or when most of the adult teeth have appeared. However, you should set an appointment for your child’s first dentist visit well in advance of that time. That is because …
Recovery Tips for After Dental Implant Placement Dental implants make it possible for people to replace missing teeth with fixed restorations. The titanium or zirconium posts fuse with the bone to anchor restorations. Typically, it takes about six months for to occur, or for the implants to become stable. Therefore, after implant surgery, you …
How Sealants Protect the Teeth While sealants often are used on children’s teeth to protect against cavities, they are also useful on adult teeth to provide a barrier against decay. The following information demonstrates how sealants work to keep both children and adult teeth healthy and well-maintained. Because of the vulnerability of some teeth to …
By the time most people have reached late childhood or early adolescence, they are pretty much aware of the importance of oral health, especially the practice of properly and regularly brushing their teeth. We have all been told by parents, teachers and our dentists how we only get one set of (adult) teeth and if …
As another year begins to wind down and we find ourselves firmly in the autumn season with upcoming holidays, we are also reminded that this is the time of year when lots of sweet treats and rich foods, which can be harmful to our teeth, will be consumed at restaurants and dinner tables all over …
In modern society, having a radiant, white smile is a sign of status and self-maintenance. Many people spend significant amounts of money on at-home and professional whitening products and services. The truth is that just because a smile may be dazzling white doesn’t mean it is also healthy. Here are some tips from the dental …
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.