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As summer approaches, more kids will be playing sports. When you are getting your child’s sports equipment together, do not forget the importance of a mouth guard. Even the sports that you would not expect to pose a danger to your child’s mouth could be an issue. If it is possible to wear a mouth […]
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Both dental crowns and porcelain veneers are forms of cosmetic and restorative dentistry and can disguise unsightly issues with your teeth. Dental veneers are meant for the front of a damaged tooth, whereas dental crowns are meant for the crown of the tooth, or the part of the tooth that is above the gum line.
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If the words “dental cleaning” send shivers down your spine, you are not alone. Almost 15 percent of Americans are afraid of the dentist in some way, shape, or form. The problem is not in your phobia, but in the fact that you are avoiding the very important dental cleanings that need to be performed
If you suddenly find that you bit down on something that was too hard or you have been involved in an accident and chipped a tooth, you might wonder what your options are. Will the tooth need to be pulled? Are you stuck with fake teeth for the rest of your life? These are all
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Your teeth were meant to help you chew food for easy digestion; they are not meant for use on non-edible objects as many people have the bad habit of doing. When you use your teeth as a “tool” you put them at risk for unsightly chips that can be embarrassing and require dental work. Here
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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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Dr. Liggett was given the New Dentist Award this past Saturday for exemplifying outstanding leadership in varied levels of organized dentistry and for his commitment to represent dentistry in an ethical manner. Congratulations Dr. Liggett!
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Do you love the feeling of freshly professionally cleaned teeth? The smooth feeling and shiny look are something to be adored, but unfortunately, they do not last for long. As soon as you start eating, bacteria begins accumulating on your teeth, giving you the unpleasant stains that you just eliminated. The good news is with
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Oral cancer affects more than 43,000 Americans and causes fatalities in more than 8,000 Americans per year. There are certain risk factors associated with this type of cancer, just as there are with any other type. Some factors that put you at risk you are able to control, while others can be out of your
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If your toothache is minor, sometimes an over-the-counter ibuprofen is enough to take the pain away. This will help with any swelling and discomfort you may be feeling. It is best to take it before the pain gets out of hand in order to keep the pain manageable. In addition to ibuprofen, there are several
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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.
