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While many people understand that gum disease is something they should try to avoid, they may not be clear on why the problem is a cause for concern. Underestimating what this condition can do to your appearance and well-being can make you less motivated to protect yourself, leaving you more open to problems over time…. Read more »
While many physical discomforts that affect the body often heal on their own, problems with our teeth can demand professional treatment. What happens when that care is not provided? Over time, an issue with a tooth or your gums can worsen steadily, which can lead to new troubles that demand more involved care. At our… Read more »
At a regular dental exam, your Ankeny, IA dentist will carefully check you for any signs of problems with your well-being. What kind of issues should worry you? In addition to having potential problems with the state of their teeth, patients can have difficulties with their gums. A review can identify evidence of infection that… Read more »
At a regular dental exam, your smile will be evaluated as well as cleaned. Both of these activities are important for your oral health. Reviews let you know if there are any problems that might require in-office care for active problems, while cleanings remove bacteria and remnants of food that can make your smile less… Read more »
Are you looking out for potential problems with your periodontal health? When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, you should make the maintenance of your gums a priority. When you look for the warning signs of gingivitis, you can recognize and address a problem before it becomes a more serious threat. Worried you might… Read more »
What kind of feedback should you expect to receive during a dental appointment? A routine review can convey many important pieces of information, including information on the state of your gums. At our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office, we can do more than just let you know that gingivitis is a concern. After identifying the problem,… Read more »
There are different procedures that help patients maintain their healthy smiles. At our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office, we can provide the kind of support that keeps your teeth and gums in good conditions every time you come in for a routine review. During some of these appointments, we can take the extra step of caring… Read more »
The information your Ankeny, IA dentist provides during a routine oral health examination can lead to timely care that prevents serious issues from affecting your smile. As your review takes place, your teeth will not be all that receive attention. These visits are important because they provide updates about a range of potential oral health… Read more »
Your daily behaviors can have more importance than you realize. Each day, you are able to fight the accumulation of food particles as well as harmful microbes that gather on your teeth and put you at risk for dental decay and gum disease. You are certainly not alone in your efforts to fight problems that… Read more »
If you take care of your smile with both a good oral hygiene routine and regular dental appointments, you can protect yourself against the threats to your dental well-being. At our Ankeny, IA dentist’s office, we are ready to provide support to patients who want to avoid difficulties with poor smile health through preventive care… Read more »