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How you look and feel is more dependent on your oral health than you might anticipate. If you are in constant pain, have disease, decay, or cancer, your entire wellbeing is affected. You could lose teeth, lose the structure of your mouth, feel ill, and suffer from subsequent illnesses as a result of the state […]
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Life seems to get busier and busier every year that passes. With that craziness comes new habits or trends. Oftentimes, these trends are damaging to your oral health, but because of the convenience or excitement of it, you neglect to see the damage that is occurring. Coming face to face with your habits and the
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Getting a bright, white smile does not always mean going through the whitening process. While we can help you with professional teeth whitening, there are ways that you can enhance your smile at home without any products. This method simply requires you to eat a diet that is appropriate to whiten your teeth and to
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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
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If you have excessive gum tissue that shows when you smile, it is considered a gummy smile. It can make your teeth seem very short and your gums look as if they go on forever. Many people are embarrassed by this condition and do whatever they can to avoid smiling in front of others or
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If you do not have a perfect smile, cosmetic dentistry offers a variety of choices to repair them. This is great news for people that have suffered from an unsightly smile that embarrasses them or causes them to have self-esteem issues. One of the options to correct a less than pleasing smile is dental bonding.
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During your pregnancy, you likely take good care of your body, ensuring that you are eating, sleeping, and exercising the right amount to keep you and your baby healthy. One area that many expectant mothers overlook, however, is the need to care for their teeth. Your mouth plays a vital role in the success
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Flossing is great for your teeth, but did you know that it can do good for more than just your mouth? There is a correlation between periodontal disease and coronary artery disease. According to a study by the American Academy of Periodontology, those who have periodontal disease are nearly twice as likely to also suffer
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If your child plays sports, chances are you have looked into purchasing a mouth guard for him or her. This is a smart choice as this small appliance can help to prevent serious injuries from occurring to the mouth, teeth, and even the head. The key is purchasing the right appliance, however. There are many
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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
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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.
