As the years go by, you can become more susceptible to staining and discoloration of your teeth. Teeth that were once brightly white may begin to look a bit yellow and leave you wondering what has happened to your smile. Discoloration can give an aged appearance that causes a bit of embarrassment when you look […]
A Sturdy Solution For Missing Teeth
Have you recently lost one of your teeth? The harm of tooth loss can go far beyond its effect on your personal appearance. Whether from physical injury or contraction of disease, a missing tooth can reduce your ability to properly bite and chew at mealtime. Left untreated, this problem can cause significant problems with your […]
Fighting Cavities With Dental Fillings
Have you ever felt uneasy about seeking treatment for tooth decay? When you ignore the presence of cavities, you risk infection and other complications such as tooth loss. By attending regular visits to your dentist, you fight decay with both preventative methods and timely treatment of existing conditions. Routine cleanings remove cavity-causing bacteria in your […]
How Your Daily Routine Can Improve Gum Health
Do your daily habits protect the health of your gums? Your mouth is a sensitive part of your body that is constantly exposed to outside bacteria whenever you eat, speak, or breathe. Practicing a rigorous brushing and flossing routine helps fight the accumulation of bacteria that threaten your oral health. Without proper preventative care, these […]
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Valuable Dental Care For Your Kids
Maintaining your child’s healthy smile should include the teaching of healthy habits. This includes making proper choices at mealtime, daily brushing and flossing, and attending regular dental checkups when they reach the appropriate age. Kids and adults alike should feel comfortable when they visit the dentist. With that said, a child’s first experience in the […]
Dental Treatments That Brighten Your Smile
Is your smile as bright as you would like it to appear? Tooth discoloration can cause anyone to feel embarrassed or self-conscious about showing their smile to others. Changes to your natural shade can give a more aged appearance. You may appear less healthy, even as you perform your daily brushing and flossing oral hygiene […]
Treating Dental Wear And Tear
As wear and tear continually affects your teeth, you can lose confidence in the beauty of your smile. Years of biting and chewing can cause some enamel erosion, but the effect from this activity can be relatively limited. However, for people who clench and grind their teeth at night or have softer enamel, erosion can […]
Improving Smiles With Tooth Replacement
Receiving proper prosthodontic care requires information of all the options available to replace a natural tooth. Tooth loss, whether through injury or illness, can impact the function of your bite and create problems with your overall oral health. You have the opportunity to select your specific form of smile renewal because there are multiple solutions […]
Healthy Gum Maintenance And Your Smile
You might not think about it often, but your mouth is a rather vulnerable part of your body. Whenever you speak, breathe, eat, or drink, you expose your mouth to bacteria in your environment. Because you are constantly performing one of these activities, exposure lasts throughout the day and into the night while you sleep. […]
The Ankeny Library Hosts a Family Bingo Night
Are you looking for a way to entertain your kids while staying engaged with fellow members of your community? The Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library provides regularly scheduled activities each month for community members of all ages to meet and have fun. On Valentine’s Day, February 14th, a Family Bingo for Books event is taking place! […]
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