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Everyone knows the importance of regular dental hygiene practices. Brushing twice a day, flossing on a daily basis, and going to the dentist for a regular checkup and cleaning should be part of every person’s routine. But there’s more that you can do—and more that you really should be doing—in order to make sure your
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Have you been trying to figure out the best way to improve your oral health lately? If so, then we have some great news. One of the easiest improvements you can make is by changing out some of the items you drink each day that aren’t so good for you, with green tea. It’s a
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Lots of people get nervous when they think about going to the dentist. Here at River Valley Smiles, we make it our goal to make each visit as pleasant as possible. We understand what it’s like to have dental anxiety, and we work hard to do our best to alleviate it. Here are a few
When you have lost a significant portion of your teeth, or all of them, it is important that you get something to restore function to your mouth. This can be denture, or better yet, dental implants. Some people believe that dentures are the natural progression when teeth are missing. However, they are not as good
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Here at River Valley Smiles, we believe in what we call Continuing Care. This is the process of starting with patient education as young as possible, and continuing it on for years to come. This allows you to set a great foundation for a healthy smile, and keeps you educated on ways to keep it
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When you consider getting dental implants, it is easy to find what the benefits of them are. They help your mouth functioning like it did with your original teeth, they are permanent, and they can keep your mouth healthier than dentures. However, some people cannot help but be afraid of the procedure. Dental fears are
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A lot of people struggle with flossing their teeth. They either don’t do it often enough, or they don’t do it well enough to give their mouth the benefits that come with flossing. If you are one who struggles with flossing, you may want to consider a water flosser instead. By using a water flosser,
With summertime quickly approaching, you are likely planning out the best foods to enjoy this year. Some of the foods that show up regularly during the summertime are great for your smile. However, other foods can do a number on your teeth. If you want to have a great looking and healthy smile this summer,
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There are plenty of items that we know are bad for teeth. Between sugars, candies, and smoking, we can do a lot of damage to our teeth each day. However, it isn’t just items we eat or bad habits that can damage our teeth. What we drink can do a lot of damage, too. Here
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Dental implants are becoming the new standard in tooth replacement because they feel, fit, and function like natural teeth. They offer a long-term solution for people with tooth loss or chronic dental problems. The dental implants are artificial roots that give a permanent base for replacement teeth so they stay in position. They are designed
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