When a house is built, the foundation is placed first. This ensures the new home will have a stable, sturdy base to support the structure. If the foundation isn’t set correctly, cracks can develop which can lead to costly problems and laborious repair. The health of your teeth function in a similar way. The jawbone […]
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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. […]
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Spring is almost here! This time of year people everywhere are cleaning out their homes in the name of spring-cleaning. While you’re at it, why not spring clean your teeth as well? In today’s blog, your , Dr. Amanda Foust, explains why routine cleanings keep your smile healthy and bright. […]
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Do you ever feel a popping or clicking sensation in your jaw? Do you ever encounter unexplained jaw pain or frequent headaches? These may be symptoms of a serious medical issue. TMJ disorder, or TMD, affects over 10 million Americans. In today’s blog, your Ankeny dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, explains the causes of TMJ disorder […]
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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 […]
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, Dr. Foust, explains a new study that touts vitamin D as a potential hero in the future of dental health. Multi-cultural Study Clinical trials which spanned nearly sixty years, from the 1920s to the 1980s were scrutinized by scientists recently. Children were specifically examined – 3,000 children from various countries, to be more exact. […]
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The last thing anyone wants to worry about when sipping on a glass of red wine at a party is their teeth. Will your teeth be covered in red and purple splotches? Will anybody notice? Then you have the issue of long-term stains on your teeth from red wine, coffee, or soda. What can you […]
People who are considered “long in the tooth” have been around for a long time and are very experienced. The expression came about because those people can literally be “long in the tooth.” More of their teeth are showing because of gum recession. Your Ankeny family dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, discusses this natural process and what patients […]
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As November comes to an end, it is important to pause and reflect that this month has been American Diabetes Month. Nearly 26 million Americans suffer from this disease, and millions more are at risk of developing it. An often-overlooked component in controlling diabetes is maintaining good oral health. Your Ankeny family dentist, Dr. Amanda […]
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Are you planning to snack on a candy bar this Halloween? As October arrives, candy will be consumed at alarming rates throughout the country, by adults and children. The amount of sugar and acids found in Halloween candy can be extremely harmful to teeth — and lead to cavities — which leads to toothaches. Rule […]
