One of the most stressful aspects of looking for dental care can be doing your best to find someone you know is going to be gentle. Next, of course, is finding a place like our Ankeny, IA practice that offers all of the services you might need for your smile (and for everyone else in […]
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Do You Really Need A Dental Care Provider?
Have you ever started wondering about your smile? Do you ever have moments during which you secretly think to yourself that you bet as long as you brush and floss and you’re really good about being thorough and consistent, you probably don’t even need checkups, cleanings, or anything else? We understand and we completely follow […]
When You’re Ready For Dental Care But You Don’t Have Insurance
If you’re ready for dental care and you’d really like to come in, then we encourage you to go ahead and follow through. However, if you have had every intention of doing so for some time but you can’t seem to figure out what to do because you don’t have dental insurance, then we understand. […]
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Activated Charcoal Toothpaste: Yes Or No?
Could this be a safe and natural way to whiten teeth? Your Ankeny, IA family dentist replies with a resounding “No!” There are proven uses for activated charcoal. Under careful supervision it can be an antidote for accidental poisoning. Yet, activated charcoal is turning up in everything from eye makeup, to pore-cleansing masks to toothpaste. […]
Your Ankeny, IA Dentist Offers Tips for New Patients
Whether you are new in town, and looking for a family dentist you can trust, or a life-long resident ready to pursue new or different dental services, we have some suggestions. You can make a smooth transition from that first phone call to slipping into your favorite seat in a comfortable office. It won’t be […]
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Affordable Dental Care: Is It Possible?
You may understand the difference between providing yourself with smile care at our practice versus trying to do it on your own: No matter your efforts, you’re not going to enjoy the same level of oral health when you skip cleanings, checkups, and more. However, when you’re focused on costs associated with protecting your smile, […]
I Don’t Have Dental Insurance: Now What?
Are you or your family members in need of dental care but instead of calling us to schedule visits, you feel at a loss because you don’t have dental insurance? You’re well aware of the significance of prevention and addressing problems that arise but without coverage, you worry that caring for your smile with professional […]
Allergy Time: What To Remember This Spring
What should you remember over winter, summer, spring, and fall? Well, each time of year brings with it something different that you can apply to your smile health. In winter, it turns into cold and flu season. Over the summer, you really need to be mindful of SPF (even on lips!). In the fall, you […]
Planning For Your Smile: Time Breakdowns
Sometimes, trying to sort out every single detail as it applies to your oral health can feel a little bit intimidating. You need to consider daily goals. Then, of course, you need to keep track of your dental hygiene products. On top of that, you have to consider how frequently you should be coming in […]
Sugar: It’s Not Just In Desserts!
Under the impression that as long as you cut desserts out of your diet, your oral health will be excellent no matter what? It’s not quite this simple. It’s all about eating a healthy, balanced diet! Find out more regarding how to get started, so your teeth and gums remain protected. […]
