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Riverside Family Dentistry
609 22nd St.
Moline, IL 61265 US
Dr. Ronald Riggins | Dr. Bryan Blew | Dr. Kyle Peterson
609 22nd St. Moline, IL 61265(309) 797-2001
My Blog
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Oral Sedation Helps Reduce Anxiety During Dental Treatment
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.
Eliminating pain and discomfort is one of our major objectives during dental treatment. To that end, our profession has developed a number of anesthetic drugs and deliveries that ensures Read more -
Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
posted: Aug. 31, 2018.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen Read more -
Reduce Your Oral Cancer Risk with Better Diet and Lifestyle Choices
posted: Aug. 21, 2018.
You probably know practicing healthy dietary and lifestyle habits can help prevent tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But good habits could also lower your risk for a more Read more -
Air Abrasion Offers a More Pleasant Dental Office Experience than Drills
posted: Aug. 11, 2018.
For years preparing teeth for fillings or other restorations has required the use of a drill. Although quite effective in removing decayed structure and preparing the tooth for bonding, Read more -
Sedation Therapy can reduce Anxiety in Children during Dental Visits
posted: Aug. 01, 2018.
Making sure children are comfortable when visiting the dentist is an essential part of creating a lifetime habit of dental care. We recommend children start dental visits around their Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Jul. 22, 2018.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more -
Bone Grafting Might be Necessary Before You Obtain an Implant
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.
Every year dentists place over 5 million dental implants for lost teeth, often removing the problem tooth and installing the implant at the same time. But getting a “tooth Read more -
Get the Real Facts About Local Anesthesia
posted: Jul. 01, 2018.
A lot of people don’t like dental work because they believe it will be painful or uncomfortable. There’s an anatomical reason to back up that concern — the mouth Read more -
Restore a Flawed Tooth in as Little as One Visit with Composite Resin
posted: Jun. 21, 2018.
You have a winning smile except for one small flaw — one of your front teeth is chipped. In functional terms the defect is insignificant: your tooth is healthy Read more -
Baseball's Francisco Lindor Shines as "Mr. Smile"
posted: Jun. 11, 2018.
At the first-ever Players Weekend in August 2017, Major League Baseball players wore jerseys with their nicknames on the back. One player — Cleveland Indians shortstop, Francisco Lindor — Read more -
Composite Resin Could Transform Your Tooth's Appearance in Just one Visit
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.
You’ve suddenly noticed one of your teeth looks and feels uneven, and it may even appear chipped. To make matters worse it’s right in front in the “smile zone” Read more -
Some Blood Pressure Medications May Affect Your Oral Health
posted: May 22, 2018.
If you’re taking medication to regulate your blood pressure, you may be familiar with some of the general side effects, like nausea, drowsiness or dizziness. But some blood pressure Read more -
4 Things You Should Focus on During Pregnancy for Optimal Dental Health
posted: May 12, 2018.
Pregnancy creates enormous changes in your physical body. These changes, especially on the hormonal level, can impact many aspects of your health including teeth and gums. While it’s easy to Read more -
Julianne Hough Shares a Video - and a Song - After Wisdom Teeth Come Out
posted: May 02, 2018.
Once upon a time, celebrities tried hard to maintain the appearance of red-carpet glamour at all times. That meant keeping the more mundane aspects of their lives out of Read more -
Here is How You can Improve Your Wedding Day Smile!
posted: Apr. 22, 2018.
Congratulations—you’re engaged! It’s a stupendous (and hectic) time in your life as you plan your upcoming wedding. You want to look your best for the big day—which means you may Read more -
Screw or Cement: Which is Best for Attaching Your Implant Crown?
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
If you’re in the initial planning stages for a dental implant, you may already be encountering a number of options to consider. One that may come up is how Read more