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Stress is a quite common concern for most everyone. A certain amount of stress keeps one alert and focused. However, when you are continually bombarded with negativity and stressful situations – day in – day out, with no relief, your body starts showing signs of that stress. While stress certainly has negative impacts on the […]
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Teaching children how to floss properly is something that every parent has to take seriously. This skill will become an important part of their daily oral health care routine. They must also understand just how beneficial it is to their oral health, mouth, and gums to floss at least once a day, after they brush.
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Tips to Help Crowns Last as Long as Possible Typically, when a patient goes to a dentist and they have a dental crown or crown(s) put in, they may hear the crown referred to as a “permanent crown.” This statement can be a bit misleading to some patients, as they then think the “permanent” crown
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Dentures Can Lead to Bad Breath Struggles Dentures are much like our natural teeth in that they can still have buildups of plaque and tarter. It is this buildup of the plaque and tarter that leads to the bad smelling breath people often talk about with dentures. However, there are things you can do to
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Why In-Office Whitening Trumps DIY Whitening Kits Everybody wants that picture perfect smile, or at least as close as they can get and for that to happen – white teeth are essential. However, as time goes on your teeth lose that natural white appearance and begin to dull for all sorts of reasons. Whatever the
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Dental sealants are of course typically thought of in relation to children and young adults. Sealants are invaluable in the ever-on-going fight with tooth decay. But, what about older types of patients – do the sealants work the same? Dental Sealant Basics The ADA says that dental sealants are one of the most effective ways
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Make no mistake, if you get a permanent tooth knocked out, regardless of the circumstances (sports, accident, assault), it is indeed considered a dental emergency. The situation is never fun, but if handled correctly and in a prompt manner, more often than not the tooth can be saved. The tooth can be re-inserted into the
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Fearing the dentist is a natural reaction – more than 5 percent of Americans fear the dentist. While fear is normal, don’t let it keep you from your dental appointments. Your overall dental health depends on regular checkups and cleanings, as well as any necessary dental work. So what can you do to alleviate your
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Children and Fluoride Toothpaste There is a bit of a debate over fluoride, or the safety of fluoride toothpaste for children and at what age they should begin to use it. However, according to the ADA (American Dental Association) the use of fluoride is still recommended for children (and adults). The concern is over the
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Saltwater gargles really are effective – even if you did hear about it from your grandma first. Grandma might not have known about the science that backs it up, but there is indeed scientific proof that the saltwater gargle is effective. Using saltwater creates a sort of osmosis effect and the salt concentration draws fluids
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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.
