Little Rock Family Dental Care Blog

5 Consequences of Not Treating Sleep Apnea

January 16, 2025

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Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects about 30 million Americans – many of them never having been diagnosed. This disorder causes the sufferer to repetitively stop breathing throughout the night. Ultimately, if you don’t get the quality sleep you need at night, it is nearly impossible to thrive during the day. Here are some complications you could experience if you leave your sleep apnea untreated.

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Should You Use Veneers or CandidPro to Straighten Your Teeth?

December 20, 2024

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If your teeth are a little crooked, your dentist will be happy to help you explore your treatment options. Depending on your circumstances, they might recommend that you either get veneers or CandidPro clear aligners. How do these two options compare, and which should you use to straighten your teeth? This blog post aims to give you an idea of which one might be best for you.

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How to Re-Straighten Your Teeth Without Metal Wires and Brackets

November 1, 2024

CandidPro trays sitting in an open pink case

You know that traditional metal braces aren’t the teeth-straightening method for you. You know this because you’ve had them before! For one reason or another, your previously perfect teeth have slid back out of alignment and are compromising your smile once again. Is there a way to solve dental crookedness without uncomfortable wires and brackets?

Fortunately, yes there is! Keep reading to learn why so many patients prefer CandidPro for their orthodontic treatments.

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Why Aren’t My Teeth Tracking with CandidPro Aligners?

October 22, 2024

A woman putting on a CandidPro clear aligner.

Straightening your teeth with the help of CandidPro clear aligners is one of the fastest ways to get the orthodontic treatment you need without the hassle of traditional braces. But what happens if your teeth aren’t “tracking” according to schedule? If you find that your smile is not progressing at the estimated rate, here are a few reasons why you could be falling behind, and what you can do to get back on track!

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Upgrade Inquiry: What is Cosmetic Dentistry?

September 12, 2024

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If unsightly blemishes make you feel frustrated about your smile’s condition, you’re not alone. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has estimated that over six million Americans undergo cosmetic dental procedures every year. You might assume that these services are only available to the rich and famous, but thanks to ongoing developments in dental technology and techniques, today, they’re more accessible than ever.

But what is cosmetic dentistry, anyway? Essentially, it refers to any dental work intended to improve your appearance more than your oral health. If you’re unsure what that involves, keep reading to learn more about three popular treatments!

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