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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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There are many reasons you could wind up with a toothache. One of the most common is a cavity, or a small hole in your tooth that is starting to decay. This can let in a lot of bacteria and cause pain, especially if it forms down by the root or nerve of your tooth.
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Be sure to mention our new patient special when you come in for the first time!
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Bad breath, also referred to as halitosis, is an issue by which many people around the world are affected. Studies have been completed showing that almost half of Americans suffer from bad breath, and only around 20% of those cases are caused by bad oral hygiene. This leaves a lot of people wondering what is
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There are quite a few dental procedures that require your mouth to be numbed, and leaves you with a bit of swelling after the procedure is over. If you just had one, or are scheduled to come in and see us for one in the near future, then you want to make sure you are
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Caring for porcelain veneers properly is what is going to help them last. When you get veneers put on by a River Valley Smile Center dentist, we make sure to tell you how to care for them so they can last as long as possible. With proper care, you may not need to replace your
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There has been a lot of research done on the benefits of fluoride when it comes to your oral health. It has shown that fluoride is very effective at preventing tooth decay, especially on those who take good care of their teeth on a daily basis. Fluoride is something you may be getting already, but
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Proper oral health care is important for a variety of obvious reasons, but one of the most important is chewing. Chewing is more than a process that breaks your food into smaller pieces; it is the way to ensure that your food is properly digested and that your body reacts properly to the food that
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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.
