Your child used to have no problem brushing and flossing. You would announce that it’s time, everyone would head into the bathroom, and the dental hygiene would commence! However, something has changed. Your kiddo who was developing wonderful habits and a surprisingly nice level of dedication to brushing is suddenly shying away from it (or […]
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If you’ve always found something about airplanes and the act of flying to be mesmerizing, then the upcoming Central Iowa Airshow in our Ankeny, IA community is that nostalgic, time-honored event you will absolutely not want to miss! For newbies and those who have attended air shows in the past, this is an action-packed, fun-for-all […]
Are you under the impression that you know all you need to know about your toothbrush? If so, then you may be surprised to learn that we often discover our Ankeny, IA patients have in-depth knowledge about this dental hygiene product … but there is often a fact or two left to be uncovered. Rather […]
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Of course, if you find out that you are dealing with grinding and clenching, which we refer to as bruxism disorder, it’s only natural to feel a quick twinge of sadness. Nobody wants the function of their smile to be less than exceptional! With that said, however, our Ankeny, IA team reminds you that as […]
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Your future is most certainly something that can include a very healthy smile, healthy gums, and it doesn’t have to include any damage, trauma, or upset as the result of gingivitis. With that said, you may be excited to hear that keeping your gums healthy is easy but you may also not really know how […]
Sometimes, dental care can be confusing. Not because you’re not sure how to keep your teeth and gums clean or how to access professional care when you need it. Instead, you may find that you hear terminology that seems to be identical but you realize there are likely some subtle nuances that make them different! […]
When planning to head out for a nice experience in our Ankeny, IA community can mean sensory overload, you may choose the library as a quiet and relaxing environment. However, depending on the time of day and the particular events scheduled, this venue may prove to be just what you’re looking for or just the […]
Before you decide that you’re completely ready for and excited to move forward with teeth whitening with our Ankeny, IA practice, you probably have a checklist in your head. As with anything, you want to feel absolutely certain and resolved in your choice, so you don’t have worries that will get in the way of […]
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The fall season is inching its way ever closer, which is both lovely in terms of the crisp weather, festivities, and more that will soon be here … and then possibly not-so-lovely if you don’t feel like you’re entirely prepared to protect your oral health from the development of cavities! What to do, as an […]
You may look in the mirror and think to yourself that you have skinny teeth, which you’re not too thrilled with. On the other hand, you may glance at your reflection and wonder why your teeth are so wide and wish you weren’t dealing with any type of overlapping (but you are). Then, of course, […]
