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Help the Pet Community: with the Grinch

Got a photogentic pup or a camera-ready kitty? Maybe you need a parrot portrait or a snapshot of your St. Bernard. We love to keep your family smiles healthy in Ankeny, IA, and now you can say “cheese” with holiday spirit, at Wholesome Pet Essentials. They are hosting “Photos with the Grinch,” so you can […]

Restarting A Habit Of Attending Regular Dental Checkups

In order to maintain a healthy smile, and limit your risk for dental problems, you should have a routine dental exam every six months. Unfortunately, people who previously did a good job maintaining this routine can fall out of the habit of scheduling preventive dental care for many reasons. Sometimes, an individual moves to a […]

We Can Target Your Smile Problems With Custom Veneers

You may be able to identify the issues you have with your smile, but do you know what your options for correcting them might be? People who are unfamiliar with the different cosmetic dental treatments available to them can miss out on beneficial care. Some worry that the process will be too invasive, or make […]

3 Reasons To Take The Threat Of Tartar Buildup Seriously

Are tartar formations already causing problems for your smile? At every regular dental exam, any tartar buildup found on your teeth can be removed during your dental cleaning. If you go without preventive dental care, these formations can accumulate and cause serious trouble for your oral health! At our Ankeny, IA dental practice, we can […]

Cosmetic Dental Work Can Be Surprisingly Conservative

The idea of elaborate or drawn-out dental care can be less than appealing, even if the experience can lead to smile improvements. One reason people hesitate to look into cosmetic dental work is that they can worry that it will take too long, or that the work might be too involved for their comfort. At […]

Let Music Bring Joy To Your Heart

Christmas carol season is officially underway, and holiday songs resonate through Ankeny, IA, whether your preference is funny Santa themes, favorite hymns, or joyful songs centered on Christmas. Ankeny Centennial Choral Music is presenting breathtaking, ear-tingling choral music in three concerts, over two days this weekend. All ages are welcome to hear these gorgeous young […]

Could Your Kids Use More Oral Health Guidance?

When it comes to their oral health, kids sometimes struggle with dental problems because they are unclear on why it matters so much, or what they can do to effectively protect their teeth. Parents play an important role in the health of their kids’ smiles for many reasons. You can help them by limiting their […]

Has Obstructive Sleep Apnea Become An Issue For You?

When a person develops problems with obstructive sleep apnea, snoring is just one part of their condition that should concern them. In addition to making loud noises while resting, you can struggle to enjoy the full benefits of sleep because you frequently struggle to breathe. This loss of air occurs because soft tissues in your […]

When Is A Deep Periodontal Cleaning Important?

The health of your gums is always important, as you should be committed to preventing issues like gingivitis from affecting you. With that said, a deep periodontal cleaning is not always required when patients come in for their routine dental checkups and cleanings. If you do not show signs of periodontal problems, our Ankeny, IA […]

What Questions Should You Ask About Bonding And Contouring?

If you often catch yourself staring at a part of your smile that makes you self-conscious, cosmetic dental work can be of interest to you. Cosmetic treatments can help people with major smile flaws, but a procedure can also be ideal for relatively minor flaws that seem to attract more attention than you would prefer. […]

Month: December 2019