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Jan. 14, 2020
All Day Tooth Decay | Why Your Favorite Snacks Are Ruining Your Smile
Dental Health
The foods that cause tooth decay aren’t limited to sugars and sweets. Knowing other foods that cause tooth decay can help you make better choices for your oral and overall health.
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Dec. 31, 2019
What Causes White Spots on Teeth?
Dental Health
There are a variety of reasons for why white spots appear on teeth. Click here to learn more.
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Aug. 28, 2019
Removing Teeth Stains and Repairing Stained Enamel with Toothpaste
Just for Kicks
Before removing those stains from your enamel, take a moment to learn about how they got here. Plus, watch how an ADA-certified toothpaste can brush away these wild stains.
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Jul. 9, 2019
Lemon Water and Dental Health
Healthy Living
Lemon juice is proven to damage tooth enamel and compromise our oral health. Learn if you should stop drinking lemon water.
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Jun. 4, 2019
The Kombucha Health Drink Craze | Is It Actually Good for You?
Healthy Living
Learn what’s in kombucha that can harm your teeth and what to do to prevent the kombucha health drink from causing enamel erosion.
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Sep. 11, 2018
The Connection Between Cough Drops & Cavities
Dental Health
Are the risks that cough drops pose to your smile more trouble than they’re worth? Here’s some advice for choosing the best sugar-free cough drops.
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Apr. 24, 2018
Does Everyone Have Wisdom Teeth? + All Your Questions Answered
Dental Health
Become wiser on the subject of wisdom teeth and have all of your questions answered as Delta Dental of Iowa explores what we know about them.
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Jan. 9, 2018
Silver Diamine Fluoride and the Future of Kids' Cavities
Dental Health
Silver diamine fluoride has been proven to help take out cavities for young children. Learn more about this recent development in the dental scene.
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Jun. 13, 2017
These 3 Products Are Like Having Your Dentist at Home!
Dental Health
Since our dentist can’t meet us every morning, we need to settle for our own at-home routine. Here are three must-have products for a dentist-worthy clean:
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May 2, 2017
Activated Charcoal: Fantastic or Fad?
Dental Health
Activated charcoal, a trend gaining steam for its supposed ability to whiten teeth, has demonstrated unsettling results. It may be best to avoid altogether.
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Mar. 22, 2016
4 Dental Technologies to Geek Out About
Dental Health
Check out four advancements in dental technology sure to make dental care both more comfortable and more efficient.
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Oct. 6, 2015
It's Not Me, It's You: 3 Ways to Break-up with Your Sugar Addiction
Healthy Living
The average American consumes more than 126 grams of sugar per day -- clearly we have a sweet tooth problem. Here are some practical tips to help you break free.
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Jul. 30, 2015
Tooth-friendly Guide to the Iowa State Fair's Fare
Healthy Living
The Iowa State Fair is weeks away! And while we can't wait to try the new food, it's important to keep teeth top of the mind. Here are some tooth-focused tips!
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Feb. 10, 2015
“Will you be my Valentine?” XOXO, Your Teeth
Just for Kicks
The 14th is near and love is in the air but where will you go and what will you wear? While you finalize plans, get a head start on your smile for that special someone.
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Jan. 20, 2015
Cheese, the Grill of Our Dreams
Dental Health
Cheese truly is a wonderful snack, as you likely already know. What you may not however are the benefits it provides for your oral health!
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Jan. 8, 2015
Let Go of Winter Mouth Woes
Dental Health
The winter months can prove harsh for those with sensitive teeth. To deal with these, here are some methods to deal with common winter tooth troubles.
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