Family Dentistry

Common Causes of Bruxism

Bruxism, or as you may call it, grinding your teeth, is more than just a bad habit--it can lead to…

13 years ago

Pella Residents: Test Your Dental Knowledge

How well do you know your teeth? Like everything else, we don’t truly appreciate something until it’s gone. Any patient…

13 years ago

How Does Toothpaste Work?

Common Toothpaste Ingredients Our ancestors used crushed charcoal, chalk, bricks, and salt as toothpowders. Some cultures relied on chewing sticks…

13 years ago

Heart Health Misconceptions in Pella, Iowa

Since February is designated as Heart Health Awareness month, Dr. Jeffrey Allen and our staff at Allen Family Dentistry would…

13 years ago

Tips for Valentine’s Day from Allen Family Dentistry

Valentine’s Day celebrations go back for centuries. In fact, Ancient Romans celebrated a similar holiday on February 14th  to worship…

13 years ago

Children’s Oral Hygiene in Pella, Iowa

At Allen Family Dentistry, the oral health of our younger patients is very important to us. Establishing proper oral hygiene…

13 years ago

Choosing the Right Family Dentist for You

What do you look for when selecting a family dentist? Professionalism? Reputation? Quality? Convenience? All of the above are characteristics…

13 years ago

Help Reduce the Risk of Tooth Decay

We all want healthy teeth. The easiest way to do this is to make sure to brush and floss twice…

13 years ago

Big Dental Problems from Premature Birth

November is Prematurity Awareness Month The March of Dimes sponsors Prematurity Awareness Month every November, and World Prematurity Day is…

13 years ago

The Taste Bud Sensory Experiment

Your tongue is amazing! It’s covered with microscopic hairs called microvilli, also known as taste buds. These tiny receptors send…

13 years ago