If you have lost one or more teeth, you’re not alone. Millions of adults experience tooth loss at some point in their lives. Many patients are surprised to discover the impact that losing even a single tooth can have on their quality of life. Fortunately, Ankeny IA dentist Dr. Amanda Foust points out that you have options. […]
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If you are missing teeth, it can cause enormous embarrassment. However, despite your self-consciousness, you may have neglected dental treatment because you dread the thought of unnatural looking or ill-fitting false teeth. Fortunately, modern innovations in dentistry allow your Ankeny, IA dentist to provide you with synthetic teeth that are nearly indistinguishable from natural teeth. […]
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Without teeth, life can be a serious struggle. Tooth loss can make day-to-day tasks like speaking and chewing very difficult. As a result, people who suffer tooth loss often experience a lower quality of life. Thankfully, though, your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, offers dentures as a solution to tooth loss and the struggles […]
Having unstable dentures can put a serious damper on your life. When dentures are unsteady, it may feel as though embarrassment is lurking around every corner as your dentures threaten to slip. In addition, unstable dentures can make speaking more difficult as the facial muscles tense unconsciously in an effort to keep the dentures stable. […]
Whether by tooth decay or bruxism (teeth grinding), teeth can grow weaker, putting them at risk of cracking or breaking. When teeth suffer this kind of trauma, it is important that they receive dental attention immediately. If you suffer a cracked or broken tooth, visit your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, immediately. Dr. Foust can repair […]
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You may not think of toothaches as being very serious. However, toothaches stem from a variety of causes. Thus, determining the seriousness of a toothache depends very much upon its diagnosis. As a general rule, your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, recommends seeking dental assistance if you have a toothache that lingers for several […]
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Restorative dentistry offers many solutions for tooth loss. Of these solutions, you have probably heard of dentures and even dental bridges. But how familiar are you with partial dentures? To find out, test your knowledge with the following quiz from your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, and check your answers below. […]
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? And what is the solution. Read the information below from your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, to find out. […]
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Teeth are generally very strong. However, bacteria or bruxism (teeth grinding) can weaken them, leaving them vulnerable to structural damage. If teeth break, they must be repaired so that they can function properly. However, even before they are repaired, there are a few important steps you can take to care for your broken tooth. Read […]
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It is common knowledge that a tooth with a cavity requires a filling. But have you ever wondered what would happen to a tooth with a cavity if it did not receive a dental filling? To find out, read the explanation below from your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, about the importance of dental […]
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