By the age of 60, over 90% of adults have been affected by tooth decay in at least one permanent tooth, while cavities remain the number one chronic disease among school-aged children. Its prevalence is unfortunate, considering that with adequate oral hygiene and proper care, tooth decay is largely preventable. To help reduce cavity statistics, […]
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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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Soda is one of the leading causes of tooth decay in the United States. The average American consumes roughly 50 gallons of soda per year, three times the average amount consumed in 1970. Due to the rising trend in soda intake among both adolescents and adults, your Ankeny dentist, Dr. Foust, would like to explore […]
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A recent study conducted by scientists at the Athlone Institute of Technology suggests that digested coconut oil may help prevent cavities. The research is the latest in a series of interesting studies published this year that illustrate how the future of cavity prevention may come from unexpected places. During the study, researchers added enzymes to […]
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Contrary to popular belief, sugar does not cause cavities. Oral bacteria that feed on food particles in your mouth do. Your mouth is teeming with bacteria, most of which are harmless. Some bacteria in your mouth secret acid that erodes the enamel of your teeth, however, putting you at risk of developing tooth decay. Enamel […]
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”. Make Your Dental Checkups More Convenient We understand that the weeks leading up to the first day of school can be busy with getting ready for a new school year while trying to squeeze out the last bit of summer fun all at once, but imagine how much more hectic your life will be […]
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, Dr. Amanda Foust would like to shed some light on the symptoms of oral cancer so that you can stay vigilant in regards to your oral health. Beware of These Oral Cancer Symptoms Keep a lookout for ulcers. Many people believe these are a sign of stress or possibly disease. However, if ulcers do […]
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Children’s Preventive Dentistry Tips Last month, our can protect teeth from decay and bacteria for up to ten years, and how fluoride treatments increase enamel strength. In this blog, we’ll offer tips for helping your child learn to brush, snacking habits to avoid, and more children’s dental health information. How to Help Your Child Use […]
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A toothbrush is a seemingly simple little tool that we use every day (or at least, we should be using it every day!). Do you ever stop and think about where it came from? The drugstore from which you probably bought it obviously didn’t invent it. So who did? Test your knowledge with Dr. Amanda […]
What Causes of Tooth Sensitivity and Toothache? Do you avoid eating ice cream because your teeth are too sensitive to cold? Does it seem like you need a filling every time you see the dentist? Since your smile relies on enamel to protect the sensitive pulp, tooth sensitivity and a prevalence of cavities are often […]
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