Did you know that May is Older Americans Month? If not, then you also weren’t aware that this year’s theme is “Engage at Every Age.” From our perspective, this means a lot in reference to your smile care. We often hear from patients that they are worried they are too old for particular treatments, that […]
Your Toothpaste: Why You Are Grossed Out
It’s not good to feel bad about your toothpaste. When you’re wishing you could avoid an essential dental hygiene item, you’re headed for problems like missing hygiene sessions, which will most certainly yield cavities, etc. So, what is one to do when just the thought of toothpaste is completely repulsive? We think we have some […]
Ankeny Dog Park Pooch Pawty
Have you ever been to any of our community’s pooch parties? If not, the upcoming Ankeny Dog Park Pooch Pawty is sure to melt your heart and put a smile on your face. Dog lovers, don’t miss this one (and remember, your dog is invited!). […]
Fillings: A Rundown On What We Offer
When you need a dental filling, you usually need it right away. That’s because you have a cavity forming or worsening within your tooth. If you ignore it, something not-so-great will likely follow for your oral health. The tooth could break. Or, the cavity could allow bacteria to head deep within your tooth, where an […]
Is Your Oral Care Routine Doing Enough For Your Gum Health?
You may feel confident in your oral care habits if you have avoided cavities for an extended period of time. Protecting yourself against tooth decay is certainly important, but you should remember that effective preventive smile care is about more than just your teeth. Effective dental cleanings should protect you against gum disease, just as […]
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Can I Go Years Without Needing Restorative Care?
If you’re someone who tends to need a restoration here and there, you may wonder if there’s something you could be doing to simply not need restorative care at all. It would be nice, of course, to come in for cleanings and checkups and to be told that your smile is in excellent health. As […]
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Reasons To Ask Us About Veneers
There are a lot of reasons to ask us about porcelain veneers. However, though you may be somewhat interested in the idea of them, you may not be able to bring yourself to mention them. Maybe you feel that you should know that you would definitely like to have them placed before you mention them. […]
Event: Yoda Best Mom In The Galaxy
Quick, before registration is over, sign yourself and your son up for the Yoda Best Mom In The Galaxy mother/son dance! It’s a fun way to spend some special one-on-one time with your little boy, while hanging out with other moms and sons from the community (as you enjoy some extra fun entertainment, of course). […]
Brushing: Things Lots Of Adults Don’t Know
As an adult, you may feel like you’ve been brushing your teeth for enough years that you should probably know every last thing there is to know about dental hygiene. As a result, you may also feel a little shy about asking us questions if there’s something you don’t know or are unsure about. Of […]
Let’s Talk Texture And Contouring
You might know that dental contouring is a cosmetic procedure that’s going to make your smile oh so much prettier through the gentle removal of some enamel tissue. However, you might not have a whole lot of experience with the benefits. Today, let’s talk about the particular advantage that contouring offers you in the way […]
