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As a dental patient, you have a number of choices when receiving care from our office. When filling cavities, for instance, there are more than one type of filling from which to choose. The two primary options are amalgam fillings and resin composite fillings. Although our dental team will always offer our professional input and […]
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Flossing your teeth as part of a daily teeth cleaning regimen is important and necessary for long term oral health. Flossing has many benefits, but primarily accomplishes two main objectives: to remove plaque and food particles left behind by brushing and also to keep bacteria from forming in gum pockets around our teeth. In addition,
Having a tooth extracted can be quite a process. Although we at River Valley Smiles strive to make the procedure go as quickly and easily as possible, we know that you may be feeling a little bit of anxiety. Here are some things you can keep on hand to make the aftercare process go easier. Coconut
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Using a good mouthwash after you brush and floss is a great way to cap off your oral hygiene routine. Mouthwash gets in the crevices you may have missed with your toothbrush, and helps kill the bacteria that cause bad breath, plaque, and other issues. That being said, not all mouthwashes are created equal. Just
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A big part of our relationships with our patients is the fact that we regularly engage in education. At River Valley Smiles, we want you, our patient, to feel completely confident in your lifestyle choices that will affect your dental health. To get you there, we know you need to be educated about various things
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White spots on your teeth can be caused by a few different things. Some of the causes warrant immediate attention, while others are relatively harmless. At River Valley Smiles, we work hard to protect the health of our patients. We want you to know what may be causing the white spots so you can decide
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Your toothbrush does a very dirty job. It is used to scrub food, plaque, and detritus from between your teeth. It’s no wonder, then, that many people want to sanitize their toothbrush. Keeping your toothbrush clean and free from germs not only increases its effectiveness, it can even aid in your overall health. Here are
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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
A lot goes into dental implant surgery. It takes time to get the implants properly in place. During that time, your mouth was manipulated around, which can cause you to feel different for a short period of time after surgery. Most of the problems you feel right after surgery are temporary, and will correct themselves
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After having dental implants placed, they are going to take a bit of time to heal. During your recovery, you are going to be kept on a strict diet that doesn’t include hard foods, as chewing on those foods could displace your implants, and cause improper healing. Here are some of the best foods to
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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.
