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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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Life seems to get busier and busier every year that passes. With that craziness comes new habits or trends. Oftentimes, these trends are damaging to your oral health, but because of the convenience or excitement of it, you neglect to see the damage that is occurring. Coming face to face with your habits and the
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Flossing is great for your teeth, but did you know that it can do good for more than just your mouth? There is a correlation between periodontal disease and coronary artery disease. According to a study by the American Academy of Periodontology, those who have periodontal disease are nearly twice as likely to also suffer
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No one wants to think about dental emergencies, but being prepared is half of the battle. Understanding how to handle the situation and how much time you have is the only way to ensure that your situation has a positive outcome, which means trying to save the natural tooth. Stay Calm The key to the
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Are you familiar with restorative dentistry? You may have even had a restorative procedure performed and just not realized that is what it was called. It is a practice that is receiving a lot of attention in recent years, but is often considered cosmetic, when it is so much more. Restorative procedures not only provide
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When you are unhappy with the look of your teeth, you have several options to enhance their appearance. Two of the most common procedures that are done right in the dental office are tooth whitening and dental veneers. Both procedures are non-invasive and provide great results, but which one will work better for you greatly
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It might seem like everywhere you look there are unhealthy foods beckoning your children to eat them, but there are ways to keep them on a healthy diet. Whether you are dealing with a toddler just experimenting with foods or a teenager that knows what he does and doesn’t like, it is never too late to
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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 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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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.
