Patient Care

If you’re one of the 40 million Americans with sensitive teeth, you must be familiar with the painful zing that follows a hot drink, a bite of ice cream, or just a deep breath of cold air. These and other elements can cause sudden discomfort if you have sensitive teeth, also called dentin hypersensitivity.  Each […]

We all have those nervous habits we turn to when we feel awkward, stressed, or just plain bored. If your vice is biting your nails, you need to know that it can cause a lot of distress to your oral health and overall health. Waukee dentists at Lush Family Dental share why nail biting is […]

It’s no secret that diabetes is a serious health condition that affects the entire body, including your mouth. According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 26 million children and adults in the U.S. live with diabetes. Waukee dentists at Lush Family Dental want to share how diabetes can impact your oral health and why proper […]

It’s often said that a true friend will tell you if you have bad breath. Bad breath, formally known as halitosis, is embarrassing and can hold you back from truly enjoying your life and social situations. Like a good friend, Waukee dentists in Lush Family Dental will tell it to you straight. Read more below […]

Xerostomia is the technical term for dry mouth, the condition that results from absent or reduced saliva flow. It is not a disease on its own, but it may be a side effect of medication or radiation treatments.  Xerostomia affects about 20% of the elderly population, not because of their age, but due to the […]

There are many kinds of doctors—Doctors of English, Doctors of Philosophy, Doctors of Medicine, Dr. Pepper… (wink). Of course, when we use the term doctor, we often mean a physician or Doctor of Medicine. But did you know that dentists are doctors, too? Every doctor has a specialty, and a dentist’s specialty is oral health. […]

It’s no secret that Waukee residents are careful about how they choose medical professionals for their family, but sometimes it’s not easy to find everything you want in a dentist. Lush Family Dental understands that choosing a dentist is no small feat, so we’ve put together this guide to picking a dentist for individuals and […]

Created for people unable to consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, Waukee dentists at Lush Family Dental want you to know which of these options are best for your dental and general health, so here are the facts […]

For such a seemingly small part of your body, the tongue plays a major role in many everyday functions, such as talking, helping you digest and taste food, and swallowing. The appearance of your tongue may speak volumes (pun slightly intended) about the state of your oral and overall health.  Today, Waukee dentists at Lush […]

One of the most common and destructive myths about oral health is that it’s normal for gums to bleed. Lush Family Dental would like everyone in Waukee to know that this is not the case! Imagine if we weren’t talking about gums—should any part of your body start to bleed whenever you touch it?  The […]