Sac City IA Dentist | Ow! Your Guide to Canker Sores

March 10, 2020
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A canker sore can make eating, drinking, and talking difficult and even painful. Maintaining your oral health by brushing and flossing may also be difficult with a sore in your mouth, but keeping up with your daily oral hygiene routine is an important step in the healing process. We’ve put together a short guide to […]

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Sac City IA Dentist | How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health

February 17, 2020
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During pregnancy, it is essential that you don’t neglect your oral health. A fluctuation in hormones can cause drastic changes in your mouth. Oral health complications have been linked to increased risk in other significant overall health issues. Here are the most common oral health problems, how they can affect your pregnancy, and how to […]

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Sac City IA Dentist | I Chipped a Tooth! What Can I Do?

January 8, 2020
If you have chipped your tooth, there’s no need to panic. Here are a few things we can do to restore your beautiful smile:

It usually starts pretty innocently. You’re biting into your favorite hard candy and suddenly you realize that there’s one little hard piece in your mouth you can’t seem to dissolve. You check it out and fear overcomes you when you see it’s a little chipped piece of a tooth. Enamel may be one of the […]

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Sac City IA Dentist | Oral Cancer Risk Factors

December 4, 2019
Sac City IA Dentist | Oral Cancer Risk Factors

During a comprehensive dental examination, our team will look for signs of oral cancer. Early detection is key with oral cancer. If caught early, most forms of oral cancer are treatable. Our dental team is trained and educated to identify oral cancer. Everyone is susceptible to the disease, but some groups of people are at […]

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Sac City IA Dentist | Dentistry – Past, Present, and Future

November 19, 2019
Sac City IA Dentist | Dentistry - Past, Present, and Future

“Tooth worms” are the cause of tooth decay. That was the headline of a Sumerian text from around 5,000 B.C.E. Fortunately, the dental industry has evolved since then and we know “tooth worms” don’t exist. Here’s how dentistry has evolved into the comfortable, safe, and beneficial science of today. In the Beginning Did you know […]

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Sac City, IA Dentist | The Truth About Dental Anxiety

February 14, 2019

Is anxiety or nervousness preventing you from visiting our team? Dental treatments should not be a cause of stress. If you worry about pain, embarrassment, or loss or control during a dental examination, we want you to know two very important things: You are not alone and We can help. Dental Anxiety Is Common Research […]

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Dentist in Sac City | Optimal Gum Health for Seniors

February 14, 2019

For seniors, it is imperative that gum health is a top priority. As you age, your risk of developing periodontal (gum) disease increases. Periodontal disease is both preventable, and in many cases, reversible. When left untreated, it can lead to more serious complications such as bloody or swollen gums, and even tooth loss. Even more […]

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Sac City Dentist | Managing TMD Discomfort

February 14, 2019

Discomfort and pain in your jaw, clicking while you talk or chew, and swelling on the sides of your face can be caused by Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD). TMD can make talking and eating both painful and uncomfortable. Our team understands how TMD can make your day a challenge. We’ve compiled a list of helpful […]

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Is Gum Good for Your Oral Health? The Surprising Answer! | Sac City Dentist

Chewing gum is a popular habit for many people, and it has been around for centuries. While some people chew gum for the flavor, others do it to freshen their breath or simply to pass the time. But the question […]

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Effective Prevention for Healthier Smiles | Sac City IA Dentist

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease for children and adolescents. About ¼ of children and more than half of teens currently have this illness. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 90% of adults […]

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Creating a Healthy Smile for Life | Sac City IA Dentist

Good oral health is an important part of overall health and wellbeing. As a parent, it’s important to instill good oral health habits in your children from a young age. Teaching children good oral health habits can help them maintain […]

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