When you hear the word bacteria, your first thoughts may be of infection and illness. However, not all bacteria are harmful. In fact, as you read this, your mouth contains around 600 identifiable bacteria, most of which help maintain your mouth’s delicate ecological balance. For the most part, though, you would be correct in assuming… Read more »
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Pella Dentist Examines the Amazing Human Tongue
Unless you’ve bitten, burned, or pierced your tongue, you may not think much about it throughout your daily life. In the sense of your oral health, however, your tongue plays a number of vital roles. It helps you speak clearly and moves food to the back of your throat so you can swallow it. It… Read more »
Pella Dentist Answers Root Canal FAQs
What is a root canal? A root canal is the channel that connects your body’s nervous system, blood vessels, and living tissues to the pulp center of the tooth. The root canal travels from the center of your tooth down each root, to the jawbone. Many root canals have accessory canals, or tiny branches of… Read more »
What Happens at a Dental Checkup with Our Pella Dentist
Preventive Dentistry in Pella At our dental office in Pella, IA, we believe that preventive dentistry is one of the best measures you can take for your oral health. We encourage you to make the investment in your smile by scheduling regular dental cleanings and checkups. Here is what you can expect from our Pella… Read more »
A Wild History of the Toothbrush from Your Pella Dentist
Some archaeological evidence suggests chew sticks, twigs, bird feathers, porcupine quills, and animal bones were all used as toothbrushes in some capacity all over the world. In India, many people used twigs from a neem tree to clean their teeth. The twig would be chewed until it was soft and frayed and then used to clean between… Read more »
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 November 17th. As a family dentist in Pella, IA, Dr. Allen wants to let you know how premature birth can affect dental health. Premature birth in humans is defined as birth with less than 37… Read more »