Category: Healthy Living

Three Tips for Oral Health During Cancer Treatment

As family dentists, Dr. Allen and Dr. Neumann are particularly sensitive to the needs of the family unit. That is why they strongly support the goal of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October. Your Pella dentists understand that when a mother, daughter, or aunt is diagnosed with breast cancer, the whole family is affected. They… 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 »

What is the Treatment for Dry Mouth?

Dry is great if you’re trying to stay out of the rain. Dry is not so great when you’re talking about something you eat. This is because the moist environment inside our mouths is not made for dryness. Unfortunately, many people do complain of a legitimate dental condition called dry mouth that lasts far beyond… Read more »

Pella General Dentist: Keeping a Kissable Mouth

When the weather grows cold, many people look for someone to help keep them warm. Perhaps that warmth might lead to a kiss. This time of year also provides ample opportunities for patients to ask dates to holiday parties and work functions. Before you start asking for dates from everyone in sight, we recommend that… Read more »

Why There Is Fluoride in the Water

Every time you brush your teeth, visit your Pella dentist, or drink tap water, you are probably coming into contact with fluoride. Fluoride is often discussed in the dental world, but do you really know where it comes from, or how it benefits your teeth? Your Pella dentist is here to give you a brief… Read more »

Back to School and Back to Brushing!

Monday August 20th will bring the first day of school for Pella students, as well as the re-establishment of rigid morning routines in many households. In the summertime, students become accustomed to sleeping in, having fun, and irregularity in their daily routine. Back to school, in contrast, means back to waking early, eating a healthy… Read more »