For several decades, health experts have been waging a heated battle over the use of silver amalgam fillings, which contain approximately 50% mercury. This is a highly toxic metal that can cause a number of serious health conditions such as neurological dysfunction, Alzheimer’s, high cholesterol, and digestive disorders. Despite these risks, many specialists, including those […]
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March 3 through 7 is National School Breakfast week, a campaign designed to raise awareness of the importance of eating a healthy breakfast every day. The theme for 2014 is “Take Time for School Breakfast.” Experts say that children who eat a nutritious morning meal get better test scores, have fewer behavioral issues, and are […]
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Like puberty and pregnancy, menopause causes significant physical changes that affect every part of your body. While hot flashes and mood swings are the most notorious symptoms of menopause, many other health conditions can accompany the loss of your menstrual cycle. In fact, you may be surprised to learn that menopause can even have a […]
According to the American Association of Implant Dentistry, over 30 million people in the United States have lost all of their teeth. Tooth loss affects much more than just your appearance. Without your teeth, you can experience a major reduction in your quality of life. To replace your missing teeth, your . With implant dentures, a […]
Are you a sentimental parent? After the tooth fairy deposits treasure underneath your child’s pillow, do you store the teeth away, lovingly wrapped up in tissue paper? While you might cherish your child’s lost teeth, there is a more valuable use for them. Scientists have discovered that lost baby teeth, extracted wisdom teeth, and even […]
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Unless you are a model or entertainer, you may assume that the appearance of your teeth has nothing to do with your career success. While it is true that no businessman or woman should receive different treatment based on their looks, a stunning smile can actually boost your own self-confidence, leading you to smile more […]
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One of the best things about working at Dental Impressions of Ankeny is the opportunity to meet so many interesting, inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds. We love hearing about compassionate, creative individuals who, like us, work hard to bring about positive changes in the lives of others. Along with Dr. Amanda Foust, a […]
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For as long as most of us can remember, we’ve been told to brush, brush, brush our teeth in an effort to ward off tooth decay, gum disease, and other dental maladies. Children often brush their teeth with excessive force, a well-meaning bad habit that typically disappears within a few years. For some adults, however, […]
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With the second half of the 2013-2014 school year in full swing, parents everywhere face the task of packing kids’ lunches with healthy, tasty snacks. As you stare down grocery aisles stocked with sugary, salty packaged foods, the task seems almost impossible. Not so, says Dr. Amanda Foust, a general dentist in Alkeny IA, but […]
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If you have lost one or more teeth, you’re not alone. Millions of adults experience tooth loss at some point in their lives. Many patients are surprised to discover the impact that losing even a single tooth can have on their quality of life. Fortunately, Ankeny IA dentist Dr. Amanda Foust points out that you have options. […]
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