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Your teeth are a crucial part of your digestive system; without them, your body would be unable to extract all the necessary nutrients it needs from the food you eat. As such, it’s important that you do everything you can to take care of them. Of course, brushing and flossing on a regular basis are […]
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If you are missing a few—but only a few—teeth you may be wondering whether a bridge or a dental implant would work better for you. There are advantages and disadvantages to each, and ultimately only you know what is best for you, but here are a few things to consider about each. Dental implants. Dental
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Dental veneers are a wonderful way of transforming your smile and fixing damaged, gapped, discolored, or crooked teeth. Unfortunately, sometimes a dental veneer—much like the tooth that it is covering—can be damaged or chipped due to the rigors of biting and chewing. When this happens, we are here to help you get things fixed up
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Oral hypersensitivity can be caused by numerous things, including allergies, injuries, and gum recession. If you are experiencing sensitivity, there are a few things you can do to reduce the sensitivity and allow yourself to enjoy both hot and cold drinks and food again. Rule out an allergy. One thing you need to do is
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It’s important for you to establish some regular habits that can help keep your mouth looking and feeling great. It’s even better if you can do so by using holistic methods. At River Valley Smile Center, we work hard to educate you on all aspects of your dental health, and holistic habits are no exception.
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If you are suffering from pain in your tooth or gum, the cause may not always be as readily apparent as you may think. At River Valley Smile Center, we perform a thorough inspection to determine what may be causing any pain—or, what condition may be present that has not yet caused any pain but
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The term ‘oral screening’ refers to the act of looking for oral cancer before a patient shows any noticeable symptoms. Finding cancer during the early stages makes treatment easier and more effective and thus oral cancer screenings are a very important part of your oral hygiene. Scientists are still trying to better understand oral cancer,
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Sticky foods are never a good idea for anyone to eat as the residue of the foods stick to your enamel, putting you at risk for tooth decay. However, there are certain people that should avoid them at all costs for fear of ruining their dental health even further. Patients with Braces If you have
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When you are pregnant it seems as though everyone has some sort of advice to share with you. What to eat or not to eat, how to prevent stretch marks, how to ward off morning sickness – you name it and someone probably has advice on how to deal with it. But what pregnant women
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Does work at the office or your home life have you excessively stressed? Your River Valley Smile Center dentist can tell. Believe it or not, during regular routine oral exams your dentist is able to indicate whether or not your oral health shows signs of stress. Things like bruxism (grinding of the teeth), orofacial pain,
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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.
