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Although it seems absurd at first glance, it has now been brought to light that your oral health is significantly related to cardiac health problems. In the light of recent research and scientific evidence, more and more likeability of heart problems is witnessed in individuals who do not have a determined oral health care plan. When …
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It is undeniable that it takes a long shot to teach children good habits. Whether it is eating at the table, brushing before and after night’s sleep, or not having too many candies, children have endless questions and arguments for you. Addressing these questions and getting them to do the right thing after all is …
It is quite common to face a bit of apprehension before visiting the dentist due to past experiences, fear of pain, fear of the unknown, or simply embarrassment over the state of your teeth. In fact, up to 20% of the population experiences dental anxiety at some level, with up to 8% so fearful that …
Dr. Liggett has been community-oriented throughout his professional career; conducting many dental mission trips, founding the Weekend Dental Clinic and Free Extraction Day, organizing discussions for the local dental community to better recognize/prevent child abuse and more. This past weekend, River Valley Smile Center sponsored a community, family event hosted By La Raza, 92.3 celebrating …
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It’s important for you to establish some regular habits that can help keep your mouth looking and feeling great. It’s even better if you can do so by using holistic methods. At River Valley Smile Center, we work hard to educate you on all aspects of your dental health, and holistic habits are no exception. …
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Every patient will have a different answer when it comes to deciding whether a root canal or extraction is the perfect choice, but in general, the idea is to keep the tooth intact whenever possible. This means avoiding extraction at all costs. There used to be an old myth roaming around that root canals could …
Oral piercings seem to be a trend that is not going anywhere anytime soon. Teens and even some adults find pleasure in piercing their tongue or cheek. While these accessories might look good, they pose a large number of dangers to a person’s oral health. If you have been unable to convince your teen or …
Last week Dr. Liggett and his wife Heather (who is a dental hygienist) were on a dental mission trip in Jamaica. This was Dr. Liggett’s 15th trip to Jamaica to do dental work. They were able to see well over 600 patients, extracting over 700 teeth, making over 150 dentures and partials, and performing over …
Porcelain veneers and dental crowns can restore many of the same issues with your teeth, so how do you know which one is right for you? Before you decide, it is important to learn the benefits of both and then weigh the options with us to help you decide the best way to help you …
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If you wake up at night with a sore jaw or your partner tells you that you were grinding your teeth in the middle of the night, you likely suffer from bruxism. Grinding your teeth at night could be a telltale sign for many conditions and warrants a trip to the dentist. Some people grind …
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.
