If you’re one of the many people who fear the dentist, there are effective ways to deal with your phobia. There’s no reason that your oral health has to be at risk. Neglecting regular dental checkups and cleanings is a serious gamble. Problems, such as periodontal disease, tooth decay, and oral cancer, only get worse […]
Category: General & Preventive Dentistry
Gum Recession and Tooth Sensitivity
Dentin hypersensitivity, more commonly known as tooth sensitivity, is often much more aggravating than it is dangerous. The main symptoms are discomfort and/or pain in response to hot and cold drinks, food, or air. The sensitivity may be caused by exposed teeth roots at the base of your teeth. Gum recession uncovers dentin that is […]
Breathe Easier with Good Dental Health
is also a factor. While more research is necessary to determine the why and how of the link, the study showed that participants who had lung diseases were more likely to also have gum disease. Because of the proven connections between gum disease and heart attack, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes complications, and premature birth, scientists […]
Dental Floss Cure to Bad Breath
With all of the breath mints, gums, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and other breath-freshening products on the market today, why do so many people have chronic bad breath? 32% percent of Americans cite bad breath as the least attractive trait of their co-workers. Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be linked to a lack of proper […]
Old Habits Live Strong
It’s the beginning of the school year again. Within the next few weeks, you and your children will be settling in to routines that will likely set the tone for the rest of the year. Now is the time to establish habits that are smart, helpful, and healthy. They say old habits die hard. Another […]
Immunizations aren’t just for babies- Children and teens need them, too!
The month of August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently issued its annual update of vaccination guidelines. The new recommendations emphasize the importance of vaccinating children and teens to protect against serious illnesses, such as influenza, pneumonia, and meningitis, as well as other deadly diseases. The recommendations […]
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Do You Have a Superpower?
If you could have any superpower, which would you choose? Would you fly like Superman, run like the Flash, or climb walls like Spiderman? You may already have a superpower – you could be a supertaster! Supertasters have more taste buds than the average person. They are especially sensitive to bitter tastes, and tend to […]
Eat Your Way to a Healthier Smile
Whether we know the exact values on the food pyramid, we’re all familiar with this chart of what makes up a balanced diet. Over time, scientists and health professionals have made changes to the food pyramid as more research has been done about what our bodies need to be healthy and well nourished. The most […]
Dry Mouth Escalates Quickly; Don’t Let the Problem Persist
Do you feel like you have cotton in your mouth constantly? Everyone’s mouth is dry sometimes, but if you have consistent dry mouth, you shouldn’t delay treatment. Dry mouth, known medically as xerostomia, occurs when you don’t have enough saliva in your mouth. This can be caused by several factors, including: Stress Cancer treatments, such […]
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Oral Cancer Screenings from Your Ankeny Family Dentist Can Save Your Life
As a general and family dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust sees patients with a variety of dental cases and needs. One of those needs is oral cancer. Because oral cancer is often detected in the later stages, it has a higher mortality rate than that of other health problems, including several other forms of cancer. Unfortunately, […]
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