The Incredible History of Toothpaste

Human beings have been cleaning their teeth for thousands of years. Before dental science existed, people understood the virtues of a clean smile. The following is a glimpse into the development of the toothpaste throughout the ages: ~3000-5000 B.C.: Before toothbrushes were created, Egyptians rubbed toothpaste on their teeth. This toothpaste was made from a combination of ground oxen hooves,... read more »

Toothpaste: The Ingredients You Might Find in Your Teeth-Cleaning Tool

Toothpaste is a handy tool to have when you’re brushing your teeth and cleaning your smile. It can help your teeth and gums in many ways. To make this possible, it has beneficial ingredients. To tell you more about these ingredients so you can better understand the type of toothpaste you use, our River Valley Dental dental team is happy... read more »

Dentures Can Give You Back the Life You’ve Lost

If you have ever suffered an oral injury or accident or have had any other type of ailment that has led to missing teeth, various aspects of your mouth’s abilities could be hindered. Speech can be altered, eating can become more difficult, and tooth gaps can create safe harbors for dangerous bacteria and food particles to hide out in. Our... read more »

Caring for Your Dental Veneers

If you aren’t happy with the appearance of your teeth, don’t forget to consider the benefits of dental veneers. Veneers are thin shells placed over your natural teeth. These shells are made to match the color of your teeth and to cover imperfections such as gaps, chips, and spots on your pearly whites. While your veneers are strong and built... read more »