Month: June 2011

Detecting Oral Cancer Early Can Save Your Life

Do you know that approximately 37,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year? It’s true, but unfortunately, it’s not a problem that many people know about. Because oral cancer is often detected in the later stages, it has a higher mortality rate than that of other health problems, including several other forms of… Read more »

Whiten Your Teeth in the Privacy of Your Own Home

Over time, you’re teeth can dull and become yellow, mostly as a result of the foods and drinks you consume, as well as lifestyle factors (such as smoking), and the natural aging process. To give your smile an update, Dr. Jeffrey Allen, a family dentist in Pella, Iowa, can prescribe an at-home whitening system that… Read more »

Caring for Children and Families in Pella, Oskaloosa, and Lynnville

As a father, the health of his daughter is one of Dr. Jeffrey Allen’s priorities. As a general family dentist, your kids’ dental health becomes one of his top priorities. Dr. Allen and his staff, many of whom are parents, have all fought (and hopefully won) the battle of getting their kids to brush their… Read more »