Does your family like to ring in the new year by talking about resolutions you have each set? Even if your kids are too young to begin setting their own goals, there is one resolution you can and should make as a family: to take great care of your smiles. Sadly, as people get busy,… Read more »
Category: Family Dentistry
How to Teach Your Kids to Care for Their Teeth
You teach your kids how to read, how to ride a bike, how to throw a ball — but have you taught them how to take care of their teeth and gums? It’s important to establish healthy oral hygiene habits from an early age, because dental health has a serious impact on one’s overall health… Read more »
Why Does My Baby Have Bad Breath?
Children and babies seldom have bad breath. But you still should practice proper oral hygiene with them. You should begin practicing oral hygiene with your newborn just a few days after birth, and of course continue until they are old enough to do it properly themselves. Although it is a rare occurrence, even with proper… Read more »
Q and A with your Pella Dentists: Power of Fluoride
Your Pella dentists Dr. Allen and Dr. Neumann believe in the power of fluoride in preventing and even reversing tooth decay. The use of fluoride in fluoridated community water is responsible for a significant drop in tooth decay in the US and other industrialized nations around the world. Fluoride can be administered through drinking fluoridated… Read more »
Autumn Adventures Hike at Lake Red Rock
As temperatures grow cooler and leaves change color, it is the perfect time for families to get outdoors and get their hearts pumping. Dr. Allen and Dr. Neumann provide top-notch family dentistry in Pella, IA. In today’s blog they share a family-friendly community event that celebrates natures and teaches kids about the plants and animals… Read more »
Calm Yourself! Tips for Coping With Dental Anxiety
As dental professionals, we understand that not all of our patients share our passion for dentistry. And we know it’s nothing personal when they express anxiety or even fear when coming into our Pella, IA family dentist office. Dr. Allen and Dr. Neumann have several years of experience treating anxious patients of all ages, ensuring… Read more »