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Ankeny Dentist: Try Our Dental Care Quiz

When was the last time you visited the dentist? According to the American Dental Association, people should undergo a routine cleaning and checkup once every six months. In order to keep your smile healthy and beautiful, you should always maintain good dental habits; including regular visits with your Ankeny dentist. At Dental Impressions, we offer […]

Ankeny Dentist Provides Caring Children’s Dentistry

Keeping your child’s smile bright and healthy requires regular dental care. At Dental Impressions, your , Dr. Amanda Foust, believes in providing the latest in dental care for our youngest patients. In today’s blog, Dr. Foust describes the importance of checkups and discusses our unique approach to providing children’s dental care. […]

Ankeny Dentist Observes Patient Safety Awareness Week

At Dental Impressions, your , Dr. Amanda Foust, believes in working hard to ensure the safety of our patients. The dentist becomes an extension of your family, someone you trust to help maintain the dental health of those closest to you. This is why Dr. Foust always makes a point to observe National Patient Safety […]

Ankeny Dentist: Protect Your Baby’s Smile

At Dental Impressions, your , Dr. Amanda Foust, realizes the importance of preventive dentistry for protecting your child’s teeth. By practicing good dental habits, parents can keep their little ones’ smiles healthy and bright. In today’s blog, Dr. Foust gives simple tips for maintaining your child’s dental health. […]

Ankeny Dentist: Why Fill Cavities in Primary Teeth?

Often, when a dentist finds a child’s first , the parents question whether any action should be taken. If the tooth is going to fall out on its own, why go through the trouble of repairing it? In today’s blog, Ankeny children’s dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, explains why filling cavities in your child’s primary teeth […]

Ankeny Dentist: Dental Tips When Planning a Pregnancy

Bringing a life into the world is a huge decision. Pregnancy is an incredible experience, and maintaining good health during this time is essential for you and your unborn baby. Most people don’t realize that an important part of their prenatal care should involve a visit to Dr. Foust. Your Ankeny family dentist, Dr. Amanda […]

A Mom’s Influence on Her Child’s Dental Health

As impressionable young children, most of us were taught to brush our teeth at least twice a day, floss at least once, and to visit the dentist every six months for a dental checkup and cleaning. If you have children, we hope you’ve continued the tradition of teaching proper dental care to your children, as […]

Eruption Cyst Quiz with Ankeny Dentist

Parenting can overwhelm even the most experienced nurturers. Noticing odd lesions or cysts in the mouths of infants can leave parents worried, anxious, or confused about potential treatment for their young children. One visible dental issue seen at an early age involves eruption cysts. These cysts appear bluish in most cases, but can present themselves […]

Children’s Dentistry Quiz from Your Ankeny Dentist

, Dr. Amanda Foust. Q1. Which of the following is a reason to take your child to the dentist? A. Toothache B. First teeth have arrived C. Teeth are coming in crooked D. All of the above Q2. True or False: The American Dental Association recommends taking your child to the dentist before he […]

Ankeny Dentist Warns of the Dangers of Energy Drinks

While there has been plenty of news coverage on the way that energy and sports drinks affect your teen’s overall health due to the high levels of sugar and caffeine they contain, little has been said regarding the impact of these beverages on the condition of your teen’s teeth. A recent study has revealed that […]

Category: Children’s Dentistry