Your teeth show all the time, whether you are smiling, laughing at a joke, or simply speaking to a friend. When you feel self-conscious about the appearance of your smile because of minor visual imperfections, you may find your self-esteem begins to decrease. Some patients begin trying to hide their smile, while others find that […]
The Seriousness of a Toothache
, before the tooth is lost due to an injury or a severe infection. […]
All about Root Canal Therapy
will halt the spread of infection and save the healthy part of your tooth which remains. Root Canal Procedures If you should need a root canal treatment, you will most likely require at least two visits to the dentist to complete the procedure. Your dentist will remove the diseased tissue from inside the tooth and […]
Should You Choose Porcelain Veneers to Improve Your Smile?
The reasons for wanting to improve your smile may be many, and today’s cosmetic dentistry provides solutions to address each of your unique concerns. The beauty of modern dentistry, however, lies not only in improving appearance, but in doing so without unnecessarily damaging your healthy, natural tooth structure. Porcelain veneers, one of the more popular […]
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Don’t Let a Toothache Get You Down
Does your tooth feel slightly agitated when you bite and chew, or when you pass your toothbrush over it? Does it scream in pain when it comes into contact with something hot or cold? The problem with some sensitive teeth is that they might not hurt enough to prompt you to seek treatment, which can […]
The Purpose of Porcelain Veneers
Many patients face dental issues that range from crooked teeth to a misaligned bite to unusually large gaps between their teeth. These problems can be cosmetic in nature, or may require treatment to make sure that they do not affect your oral health. There are various solutions for these issues, depending on your own personalized […]
Had Your Fill of Fillings? Try Composite
Whether you’re a first time receiver of a filling or if you have had a few run-ins with this restorative treatment during your life, you may feel fed up. From dramatic stories from friends to the idea of a darkened tooth, the idea of a filled cavity may not sound too wonderful. Fortunately, your dentist […]
What to Do About Teeth Stains
At some point, you may be faced with the potentially embarrassing problem of teeth stains that won’t go away when you brush them. When it happens, the issue may be simply cosmetic and affect only the surfaces of your teeth, or the staining may develop from within one or more teeth, threatening their healthy structures. […]
Is Your Bad Breath a Constant Nuisance?
It isn’t always easy to remember when your breath first went bad, but once you’re conscious of it, your first inclination will likely be to cure it. Unfortunately, when bad breath (halitosis) is a consistent nuisance to your dental health, curing it isn’t always simple. The first step to treating halitosis is to evaluate your […]
Dr. Foust’s Teeth Whitening Quiz
A brighter smile exudes health and beauty. Lighter teeth can also reduce one’s self consciousness about their smile and help them make confident first impressions. Your Ankeny dentist Dr. Foust provides both in-office and at-home teeth whitening. Take her informative true/false quiz to learn more about her teeth whitening services. […]
