The way you approach your flossing routine will affect your ability to fight tartar buildup, prevent cavities, and control your risks for gingivitis. In other words, this is not a part of your oral hygiene routine that you should take lightly! Unfortunately, too many people see flossing as nothing more than a way to remove […]
Category: Family Dentistry
Welcoming Families Searching For Dental Care
Parents and children alike benefit from consistent, reliable dental care. However, the type of care you need can vary based on your age. Whereas adults tend to be more comfortable with their oral hygiene needs, kids still need guidance as support as they take on their own smile care. With that said, adults can rely […]
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Seeing Your Dentist About Dental Pain
Dental pain can certainly motivate a person to see their dentist. Typically, someone experiencing this kind of discomfort will look to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Even as our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office maintains coronavirus safety practices and keeps up with booked appointments, we can accommodate individuals who find themselves in need of […]
How Flossing Protects A Healthy Smile
If you received nothing but positive feedback about your oral health at your last dental exam, your goal should be to hear the same review at your next one. Do you currently follow an oral hygiene regimen that will make this possible? One important piece of any routine is flossing, which protects you against both […]
Scheduling A Dental Visit On Short Notice
Hopefully, you have a date already set for your next routine dental checkup. If something affects your smile between now and your next scheduled visit, you can find yourself in need of care on short notice. At our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office, we can work with you to make sure you have access to support […]
How Better Oral Hygiene Protects Your Smile
Is your oral hygiene routine good enough to keep you safe against problems with tooth decay and gum disease? These issues are a common threat, one that can affect those who feel they are adequately protected. Because our relative risk for problems can change in time, and due to different choices that we make, a […]
Navigating Questions Of Treatment Coverage
If you think that something might be wrong with your oral health, you should feel comfortable reaching out to schedule treatment. Even if you are confident that your smile is in good condition, you should be prepared to set up an appointment for routine support. With that said, our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office understands that […]
General Dental Services And Your Family
At every general dental appointment, your Ankeny, IA dentist can provide important preventive care for your smile, along with helpful warnings when you might need to schedule follow-up care. What you should know is that patients of all ages benefit from these routine services, and that we can provide support for both parents and their […]
When You Need Dental Work On Short Notice
When you consistently schedule routine dental exams and take care of your smile between appointments, you keep your risk for problems low. Unfortunately, trouble can still occur, and in some cases, it can arise due to an unanticipated problem with an injury. Problems with dental damage, as well as concerns about discomfort that can develop […]
Questions You May Have Before Your First Visit
If you are new to the Ankeny, IA area and need to find a dentist, or if you are returning to routine dental care after a long break, you may have questions you want to ask before your first appointment. Dental Impressions is prepared to help you enjoy long-lasting support against different oral health threats […]
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