Welcome to Vilonia Family Dental Care in Vilonia, AR, your family dentist!
We are located at 1163 Main Street, Suite #106, Vilonia, AR 72173.
Yes, it can. Diabetes raises the chance of implant complications, mostly when your blood sugar runs high. High glucose slows healing, weakens your defenses against infection, and makes it harder for the implant to bond with your jawbone. But diabetes doesn't...
Yes, you can get a dental implant years, even decades, after losing a tooth. There is no expiration window on tooth replacement. Whether you lost a molar back in high school and never got around to fixing it, or a front tooth came out after an accident a long time...
If you want a quick answer: clean your Invisalign trays every morning and night with a soft toothbrush and lukewarm water, using a tiny bit of clear, unscented antibacterial soap or a designated aligner cleaner instead of toothpaste. That single habit prevents most of...
Yes, clove oil can genuinely take the edge off a toothache, but only for a short while and only for certain kinds of pain. The main compound in it, eugenol, has natural numbing and antibacterial properties that dentists have relied on for decades. That said, it is not...
If you want a short answer before you read another word: neither option is universally better. Invisalign wins for adults and teens who want a discreet, removable option and have mild to moderate alignment issues. Traditional braces win when the bite problem is...
That sharp jolt you feel the moment your teeth touch is almost always a sign that something inside or around the tooth needs attention. Pain on biting usually points to one of a few culprits: a cavity that has reached the inner layers of the tooth, a crack in the...
If your smile has lost its shine but your teeth are otherwise healthy and well-shaped, whitening is likely all you need. If you are dealing with chips, gaps, uneven edges, or stains that will not lift no matter what you try, veneers are probably the better fit. That...
A knocked-out permanent tooth needs quick action. If you can safely place the tooth back into its socket, do so as soon as possible and get dental care immediately. The first 30 minutes can be especially important because the cells on the tooth root become less likely...
Is your teen ready for Invisalign? Invisalign aligners are a great orthodontic treatment option that's less noticeable than traditional metal braces. However, Invisalign can also require more responsibility. Here's what to look for. Why Invisalign is Popular...
Considering braces, but don't like the look? Did you know some options aren’t noticeable? Here are 3 types of invisible orthodontics that can straighten your smile without interfering with your style! 1. Invisalign Invisalign is probably the most popular and...