Sioux City IA Dentist | 5 Teeth Sensitivity Myths

March 10, 2020
Sioux City IA Dentist

Do you suffer from regular sensitivity? Teeth sensitivity is often misunderstood, but our dental team can help you find relief. We’re here to separate the fact from fiction in sensitivity. MYTH: People’s teeth are supposed to hurt when they bite into cold or hot foods. Feelings of sensitivity when eating hot or cold foods should […]

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

February 17, 2020
Sioux City IA Dentist | Ow! Your Guide to Canker Sores

 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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Sioux City IA Dentist | How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health

January 8, 2020
Sioux City IA Dentist | How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health

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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Sioux City | I Chipped a Tooth! What Can I Do?

December 4, 2019
Whether you are chewing on ice or grinding your teeth at night, there’s always a chance of putting your teeth at risk. 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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Sioux City IA Dentist | Oral Cancer Risk Factors

November 19, 2019
If caught early, most forms of oral cancer are treatable. Our dental team is trained and educated to identify oral cancer.

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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Sioux 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 Sioux 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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Sioux 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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