Your gums frame your smile and support your teeth, and keeping them healthy is key to keeping your smile whole. But how do you maintain your periodontal health? In today’s blog, your Ankeny, IA, dentist talks about steps at home and in our office to improve your gum health. […]
If you’ve been putting off your routine dental cleanings and examinations, now’s your chance to make a change. These visits are vital for your oral health maintenance, and even if you think you’ve got things covered with your brushing and flossing, you can’t do it all yourself. You need the help of a trained, trustworthy […]
Your smile is a big part of who you are. That means that when things don’t look or feel quite right, it can really hold you back. You need your smile to make a great impression on your coworkers, friends, and people you just pass by on the street, so reach out to a trusted […]
We’re finally here at the start of a new year, and this is your chance to stay fresher in 2025. Many people make New Year’s resolutions, and if yours was to take better care of your smile, it’s a wonderful thing for your health. It all starts with your biannual checkup, which helps to keep […]
This time of the year, it is your chance to visit with friends and family that you may not have seen in quite some time. While that is one of the best parts of the holidays, it also means that it can highlight some of your smile imperfections. If you are starting to feel self-conscious […]
Your smile is a big part of who you are. That means that if you are not completely happy with yours, it could really hold you back. One of the best ways to avoid potential problems is to stick to your schedule of oral health prevention, and if you have not been in to see […]
We get it: you take the time to brush your teeth twice each day. You spend the full two minutes every time, maybe even using an ultrasonic electric toothbrush. But even with all of that effort, you could still run into some common oral health conditions if you avoid your biannual checkups. The simple fact […]
As we head into the holidays, it can be a real time crunch. Everyone’s trying to get their work done before the big days, and that means that it can be tough to find the time for some routine errands. But your oral health is important, and you need to make sure that you maintain […]
Are you dedicated to your dentistry? For adults, that means coming into the office for a cleaning and examination at least twice every year. If you are looking at the calendar and realize that you have not been seen yet in 2024, then you are starting to fall behind. When it’s time for a checkup, […]
As a general rule, you should visit your dentist twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. These visits can start as early as one year old and should continue throughout your entire life. Dental checkups can help prevent major problems like cavities, gum disease, and more, but an estimated 30 percent of Americans skip […]
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