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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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From gold teeth to dental implants, there are lots of ways to replace a missing tooth or teeth. Determining which method is most suitable for your missing teeth, however, can be a challenge. It often comes down to the current health of your teeth and gums and where in your mouth you need a replacement
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If you have ever cringed while eating ice cream or stopped drinking your favorite hot drink due to pain in your teeth, you have experienced dental hypersensitivity. This simply means that the dentin in your teeth are experiencing pain from an external factor, such as eating or drinking something that is hot or cold. A
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Tooth decay might be most commonly talked about among kids and teens, but that does not mean that it does not occur as you age. In fact, seniors are at a higher risk for tooth decay than any other age group. As you enter your golden years, it becomes even more imperative to keep your
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An injury that results in a cracked tooth can be very traumatic, whether you are young or old. Knowing how to handle the situation before it occurs can help you keep calm during the minutes following the injury. Not every cracked tooth needs to be seen by a dentist immediately, but there are certain steps
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You know there is bacteria in your mouth. Since you were a child, you were probably told how dirty a bite from someone could be, and that bacteria in your mouth causes plaque and plaque causes cavities and gum disease. Bacteria in your mouth can cause a lot more than cavities and gum disease. It
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IV sedation tends to be the method of choice for patients who don’t want to be aware of the procedure – you “don’t want to know” or if you are anxious or fearful of dental procedures. This method of sedation is often known as ‘twilight’ or ‘sleep’ anesthesia. IV sedation dentistry works well for many
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Ever chipped your tooth? Below is our advice on what you should do if that ever happens: There are many ways to repair a chipped tooth. Each situation is different and depends on a number of factors including where the tooth is in your mouth, how big the chip is, the overall health of the
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Dr Liggett recently returned from his annual mission trip to Jamaica. He was working in the north-eastern part of the country, in Portland parish. He extracted nearly 500 teeth, while he and his team made over a hundred dentures and performed over a hundred cleanings. The members of the team that Dr Liggett works with
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At River Valley Smile Center, we strongly believe in patient education, particularly when it concerns your children. We will educate you and your child about the causes of tooth decay, the importance of professional examinations and cleanings, proper dental hygiene and diet, fluorides, and the use of dental sealants. We have flat screen televisions in each
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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.
