Does your tooth feel slightly agitated when you bite and chew, or when you pass your toothbrush over it? Does it scream in pain when it comes into contact with something hot or cold? The problem with some sensitive teeth is that they might not hurt enough to prompt you to seek treatment, which can […]
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Chocolate: Good or Bad?
It’s too good to be true; it’s high in fat and can cause cardiovascular problems; and it’s loaded in sugar and can easily cause teeth cavities. Chocolate lovers have long worried about such warnings, but closer looks at the cocoa product and its effects on your oral and overall health have put these worries to […]
Tooth Decay Q & A with Your Family Dentist
, Dr. Amanda Foust, may have to restore the tooth with a dental filling or root canal treatment (depending on the severity of your condition). […]
Ankeny Dentist Discusses the Causes of Toothaches
Do you have a , Dr. Amanda Foust, is here to help. In today’s blog, Dr. Foust explains the common causes of toothaches and explains the steps you can take to prevent them. […]
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Ankeny Dentist Observes American Diabetes Alert Day
In the United States alone, over 26 million people suffer from , Dr. Amanda Foust, explains the importance of this day and how diabetes affects your dental health. […]
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Ankeny Dentist Observes Patient Safety Awareness Week
At Dental Impressions, your , Dr. Amanda Foust, believes in working hard to ensure the safety of our patients. The dentist becomes an extension of your family, someone you trust to help maintain the dental health of those closest to you. This is why Dr. Foust always makes a point to observe National Patient Safety […]
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Ankeny Dentist: Why Do Our Jaws Crackle and Pop?
Do you ever feel a popping or clicking sensation in your jaw? Do you ever encounter unexplained jaw pain or frequent headaches? These may be symptoms of a serious medical issue. TMJ disorder, or TMD, affects over 10 million Americans. In today’s blog, your Ankeny dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, explains the causes of TMJ disorder […]
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National Family Caregivers Month
More than 65 million people in the U.S. regularly care for a sick or elderly loved one. These people, called caregivers, are honored during the month of November for National Family Caregivers Month. What is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM)? Family, friends, and neighbors who invest all of their free time to help their loved […]
