Holiday Oral Health Tips: The Best (and Worst) Winter Snacks for Your Teeth
Schedule Appointment The holidays in Iowa are full of sweets, cocoa, and family dinners — but not everything on the table is kind to [...]
Why Your Gums Bleed: Common Causes and How to Treat Them
Schedule Appointment Seeing your gums bleed during brushing or flossing often raises concern. If you’re wondering why your gums bleed, you’re in the right [...]
What Is TMJ Disorder? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Explained
Schedule Appointment If your jaw clicks, aches, or locks up when you try to chew, it’s easy to start wondering what’s going on. For [...]
Diet and Oral Health: How the Foods You Eat Help—or Hurt—Your Teeth
Schedule Appointment Think your toothbrush is doing all the work? Think again. What you eat every day could be quietly damaging your teeth—or helping [...]
Sensitive Teeth: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Schedule Appointment That sharp, sudden pain when you sip something cold or bite into something sweet? It’s not just annoying — it’s your body telling [...]
How to Prevent Dry Mouth (And What to Do If You Already Have It)
Schedule Appointment Waking up with a dry mouth in the morning can be frustrating—your mouth feels sticky, your throat is dry, and swallowing can [...]
How to Manage Dental Pain at Home: Effective Remedies and When to See a Dentist
Schedule Appointment Dental pain is an issue many people in West Des Moines face, whether it’s a dull ache, sharp sensitivity, or persistent discomfort. [...]
How to Stop Bruxism: Causes and Solutions for Teeth Grinding
Schedule Appointment Bruxism, often called teeth grinding, is a condition where people unknowingly clench or grind their teeth, whether awake or asleep. Understanding how [...]
Dental Care for Seniors: What You Need to Know
As you get older, dental care for seniors becomes crucial—not just for comfort, but for your overall health. Untreated preblems like tooth decay and gum disease can lead to [...]
What Happens if You Lose an Adult Tooth? Here’s What You Can Do Next
What happens if you lose an adult tooth? If not treated quickly, losing a tooth can lead to long-term dental issues. Whether due to injury or decay, acting fast [...]