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Everyone is guilty at one time or another of skipping their tooth brushing habits. Whether you were too busy, too tired, or you just plain forgot, even just that one occurrence can have damaging effects on your oral health. This winter, before the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it makes sense to revamp […]
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Are you a teeth grinder? You might not even know that you are unless someone tells you how difficult it is to sleep next to you because of the awful noises coming from your mouth. Some people are aware of their habit because they wake up with a sore mouth or tense muscles that cause
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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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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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The days following tooth extraction are not as horrible as you might imagine. Yes, there is going to be some pain, but with a few simple home remedies, you should be able to keep the pain minimized and be able to carry on with life as normal. The good news is that dental technology has
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Fruit is good for you; there is no doubt about it. It is good for your physical and oral health in many ways. The problem is that if you eat too much of certain fruits or you do not practice proper oral hygiene, it could end up hurting your oral health in the long run.
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Most everyone has a first aid kit handy, especially if they have kids or are very active, but do you have a dental emergency kit? You might not think that this is an important thing to have when everything is just fine, but one dental emergency is enough to scare you into wishing that you
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No one really knows the reason we get canker sores, but we can all agree that they are painful! Some say that they are due to stress; while others say injury to the mouth is the culprit. While we do not have a concrete reason why some people are more susceptible than others to these
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If you or your teen have braces, chances are it is to obtain that perfect smile that is constantly sought after by many. But if you do not practice good oral hygiene while you have those braces, your teeth might be straight, but they could have a less than pleasing appearance when the braces come
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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.
