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Effects of Stress on Your Dental Health In order for you to function at your best, you will need to feel your best. Unfortunately, stress compromises your ability to operate at your optimum state of function by impacting your mental and physical body negatively. This negativity gets in your way of doing things, including observing […]
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How to Choose the Right Toothbrush The secret to achieving good oral health could be as simple as choosing the right toothbrush. However, there are numerous brands of toothbrushes on the market, making an already hard decision even more challenging. Even though the process of deciding on a toothbrush may feel daunting, there are ways
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The Truth about Mouthwash Mouthwash is an essential addition to anyone’s dental care routine. It helps clean the mouth and get rid of oral disease-causing bacteria. However, there are some misconceptions surrounding the use of it. Want to learn the truth about mouthwash? Keep reading to learn what will help demystify the confusion around the
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Common Oral Diseases Oral health greatly influences a person’s general health and well-being. Therefore, you need to maintain good oral health by observing good oral practices such as brushing your teeth, eating the right food, and avoiding smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol. If you don’t, you risk developing a common oral disease. These diseases include
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Good Oral Health Care Practices for the Elderly Observing good oral hygiene is one of the best ways to ensure you have a properly functioning body. Maintaining a proper oral hygiene routine helps you stop the progression of dental issues before they become complex. However, older people have a hard time taking care of their
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Cosmetic Dentistry and Cracked Teeth The type of cosmetic dentistry treatment used to improve the looks of cracked teeth depends on the nature of the crack. Cosmetic Dentistry and cracked teeth can work together, but you first need to determine the type of crack. Cracked teeth may take on various forms, as follows: Craze lines represent tiny superficial
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Brush Your Teeth the Right Way Since childhood, activities like brushing your teeth, washing hands before eating, and washing your face have been instilled in us. We have become so accustomed to these chores that we tend to perform them almost involuntarily now. While brushing teeth is an activity we have been doing for years,
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Enamel Erosion Enamel is the white upper-most part of your teeth that is visible to the naked eye. All the foods you consume, whether solid or soft, touch the enamel. This makes teeth prone to sensitivity and tooth decay. Although it is the hardest tissue in the body, harsh brushing and having difficult foods to
Causes of Sensitivity in Teeth Sensitivity in teeth is also known as dentin hypersensitivity. It is described as pain or tightening sensations in teeth when exposed to extreme temperatures such as hot and cold foods. Teeth sensitivity can be temporary if it is diagnosed early and proper precautions are taken. It can also lead to
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Best and Worst Foods for Your Teeth The foods that we consume can tell a lot about our health, our dental hygiene, and of course, our attitude towards eating. Some foods may be good from one perspective but not from the other. For instance, consuming citric acid is good for vitamin deficiency, high blood pressure,
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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.
