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Chances are you have heard of gum disease and one point or another, but are you aware of its seriousness? If you choose to ignore the early signs of gum disease, you put yourself at risk for periodontal disease, which could cause such devastation as losing your natural teeth and suffering from bone loss. These […]
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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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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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Your child’s oral health is greatly dependent on the first set of teeth that he grows. Many parents ignore the importance of these baby teeth, thinking that they will be replaced with their more permanent alternatives in the near future. If you avoid taking care of your child’s primary teeth, however, it could cause problems
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Bleeding gums, although common, should never be ignored. It can be a sign of a serious oral health issue that needs to be addressed in order to keep the condition under control. Sometimes the bleeding is not directly related to your oral health, but a side effect of your changing hormones or medication you are
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Canker sores can be a real pain, literally. These sores, which have a white appearance with a red border can occur out of nowhere and be extremely painful. They are not contagious and as of yet, there is no definite reason for their appearance. One common denominator that has been noticed, however, is stress. There
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A key component of your oral health is the health of your tongue. If you neglect proper care for this organ in your mouth, you could be harboring much more bacteria than you thought. At your regular dental examinations, your tongue will be examined to determine its color and texture as each of these factors
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The toothpaste you use has a large impact on the health of your teeth. Among the many options available are those which promise to protect your teeth from tooth decay, enamel stains, sensitivity and plaque. Understanding the product that is right for you can help you to make your teeth healthy, strong and beautiful in
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If your child does not visit the dentist regularly, he does not have a baseline for the dentist to compare any changes that might occur in his mouth. This could prove to be detrimental to your child’s oral health, especially since a child’s mouth can change in a very short amount of time, even just
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If you focus on eating healthy foods, then you are on a good start to healthy teeth and gums. Avoiding sugar, high starch and sticky foods is one of the best things you can do to prevent tooth decay and even gum disease. But even if you are the healthiest eater, you can be doing
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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.
