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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, …
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, …
Four Kinds of Teeth in Your Mouth Since our childhood, our teeth have helped us in ways one cannot even imagine. They are not only an integral part of our digestive system, but they also allow us to communicate with our loved ones. They give us the strength and capacity to swallow food, utter words, …
Effects of Alcohol on Oral Health The effects of alcohol on oral health are very negatively correlated. Alcohol consumption is quite a source of entertainment for people. One should also be aware that alcohol abuse is the second highest risk factor for oral cancer, tobacco being the first one. The effects of alcohol on oral …
Do Wisdom Teeth Have to be Removed? Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars to come through (or “erupt”). It is estimated that around 75-80% of people will require wisdom teeth removal at some point in their life. But is it “wise” for you to remove yours? Keep reading to find out! …
What Should You Expect From Your Wisdom Teeth Extraction Surgery? Wisdom teeth are the third and the last set of molars in the top & bottom back corners of your mouth. Most people expect their wisdom tooth eruption between 17 and 25 years of age. However, not everyone experiences wisdom tooth eruptions. If you …
How To Take Care Of Your Teeth During Holidays? Holidays are the magical times of the year when your teeth are most prone to experiencing not-so-magical holiday tooth abuse. However, not all your holidays need to go without a cavity-free smile. Here are some tips on how to take care of your teeth during …
Should You Use an Electric Toothbrush or Keep Using Your Traditional One? Healthy teeth promote physical, emotional, and mental health. Human beings have been brushing their teeth since 3000 B.C. In those early years, man used crude brushes made of twigs and tree branches. Thankfully, the toothbrush has evolved through the millenniums with every new …
Sensitive Teeth Following a Filling Dental fillings are commonly used to treat or manage cavities that, on their own, are painful. During filling, the dental technologist or dentist uses composite or amalgam to fill the holes formed. However, as much as this procedure is simple and essential, most people have sensitive teeth.. Most times, the …
Asthma Medications Effect Your Teeth Asthma is an inflammatory disease that causes a person to have increased airway responsiveness to specific environmental triggers. The person diagnosed with this disease experiences the following symptoms: dyspnea, chest tightness, coughing, and wheezing. The sickness usually starts in childhood, and in most cases the patient has to take inhaled …
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.