North Liberty IA Dentist Blog

How Stress Affects Your Oral Health

During this stressful coronavirus crisis, Design Dental is here to provide you with information on how stress affects your oral health. We know this is a difficult time for many people and wish everyone in our community continued safety and…

3 Reasons To Wear a Mouthguard

Did you know that the American Dental Association estimates that mouthguards prevent more than 200,000 oral injuries each year? This number is important to keep in mind when considering if a customized mouthguard is worth investing in. Additionally, most athletes…

Ways To Overcome Dental Anxiety

Do you suffer from dental anxiety or dental fear? Well, you are not alone. Many patients from all different backgrounds suffer from dental anxiety. Our team at Design Dental in North Liberty, IA, is committed to helping each of our…

Have You Scheduled Your Gum Disease Screening?

Did you know gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults? When gum disease is left untreated, it can result in complex dental issues such as shifting teeth, periodontal pockets, and tooth loss. To combat…

3 Benefits of Porcelain Veneers

Have you ever wanted to transform your smile? Do you want to fix the color, shape, or overall appearance of your teeth? You may want to consider porcelain veneers. Veneers are designed to enhance the appearance of your smile. They…

What To Do When You Chip A Tooth

If you chip a tooth, be sure to contact our North Liberty, IA dentist office as soon as possible. We can determine what type of treatment will best suit your needs. What Causes A Chipped Tooth? Possible causes of a…

How Do I Know If I Need A Root Canal?

A root canal is a procedure that is recommended in an attempt to save a patient's natural tooth. A dentist may suggest a root canal for a severely damaged, decayed, or broken tooth. During a root canal, the infected tooth…

What is TMJ?

  Do you have chronic headaches or jaw pain? You may have TMJ. Temporomandibular Joint Disorders are a group of conditions that are usually characterized by pain in the jaw joint and the surrounding muscles. These conditions are fairly common…

Treatment Options for Missing Teeth

  Are you missing a tooth or teeth? Do you often find yourself covering your smile because of missing teeth? Missing teeth are more common than you may think, and millions of Americans are missing at least one tooth. But…

Teeth Whitening for a Brighter Smile

Do you have discolored teeth? Do you wish you had a whiter smile? Millions of Americans are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. However, there are several teeth whitening treatment options that can last with the right professional dental…