Smile Damage? Let’s Talk About It

broken tooth cedar rapids iaYour smile is there for you when you wake up every morning. You’ve only been given one set of adult teeth to last you your entire lifetime, too, so it’s important to keep up with them. But even with a dedicated approach to your brushing and flossing, you could still experience a cracked, chipped, or broken tooth; and when that happens, it’s time to talk to your dentist about your next steps.

When you see Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, you’ve got a dental provider who understands the importance of healthy teeth. Our office is built to help people just like you to find their way back to a stronger smile through prevention, restoration when you need it, and more. A broken tooth can cause a nasty toothache that requires a root canal treatment to correct, so don’t let your broken tooth go untreated for long. If you’re ready for renewal, we’re ready for it, too.

A broken tooth is a serious smile liability. To find out more about restoration after dental damage, call Cedar Dental today.

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Giving Yourself The Gift Of Oral Health

Giving Yourself The Gift Of Oral Health cedar rapids iaIt’s that time of the year again, and if you’re ready to go visit your family and open presents, you’re not the only one. But before you pack the kids up in the car, make sure that your family has the dental health treatment that they need. Taking the time for your whole family’s teeth is a great way to celebrate the holidays. And if your team still has not been in to visit your provider yet in 2025, it’s time to get back on track.

When you see Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, you’ve got someone looking out for your family’s smiles. We appreciate the opportunity to be a part of your oral health success story, and that starts right here in our office for your next checkup. The hectic holiday season is well upon us, so take a minute to call your friendly, local dental provider to schedule a visit for you and your whole family. Remember that dental insurance benefits expire at the end of the year, too.

Your smile is worth the effort. Find your way back to a positive path of prevention this Christmas season with Cedar Dental.

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Make The Oral Health Effort

take the time for oyur smile cedar rapids iaYou are supposed to see your dentist at least twice each year, and maybe more if you need some extra help getting back to where you need to be. So, if it has been a while since your last biannual checkup, you’re ready for a refresh. These appointments include both a cleaning and an examination, helping people to stay on top of their oral health maintenance. They are also a great time to bring up any of your smile concerns, from enamel staining to chipped or cracked teeth.

With our helpful, neighborhood staff at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, you can take steps to uplift your oral health. We understand the importance of preventive care, and we also know that you can’t do it all by yourself just with brushing and flossing alone. Having a trusted team to take care of your teeth is a big part of keeping a safe, healthy smile through to old age, and we’re proud to be just that for the people of our community.

Take some time for your teeth. Schedule your next visit at Cedar Dental, and let’s talk about your dental direction.

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Reaching A Straighter Smile With Clear Aligners

clear alignersA healthy smile is a big part of many daily interactions, and its quality can significantly impact how others perceive you. A less-than-ideal smile might hold you back, whether you’re making a first impression on a date or aiming to make an impact during a crucial job interview. If you find yourself hiding your smile when you chew or speak, it’s time to discuss your options with your oral health team. With clear aligners, you have a convenient path forward, so see if they are right for you.

Here at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, we recognize that a beautiful smile benefits everyone. If you’re ready to make a positive change, ask about clear aligner therapy. This treatment applies trusted orthodontic principles in an innovative way, helping patients reach their smile goals without the hassle or visual intrusion of traditional braces. So, if you’ve been hesitant to discuss orthodontics, ask us if clear aligners are your next step.

Ready to talk about reaching a straighter smile? Start your journey with a visit to Cedar Dental.

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Unhappy With Your Smile’s Look?

Unhappy With Your Smile's Look? cedar rapids iaWhen you walk into the room, your smile is the first thing that people see. The simple fact of the matter is that others do notice the quality of your teeth, and if they aren’t looking as great as you would like, then it’s time to talk to your dentist about your next steps. By working with a qualified oral health provider, you can keep the focus on your lasting dental needs, while finding ways to enhance your look.

Our team at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA understands that your smile is a big part of who you are. That’s why we wake up every morning, excited at the prospect of helping people improve theirs. Our office has a range of helpful cosmetic options for our patients, including safe and effective teeth whitening that you can accomplish at home, clear orthodontic aligners, and more. So, when you’re ready to refresh your smile, see about your dental direction.

Find your way to your fall smile. Schedule a time to talk about cosmetic dentistry with Cedar Dental.

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A Way Forward After A Broken Tooth

A Way Forward After A Broken ToothIf you’ve recently managed to damage one of your teeth, then you are ready to call your dentist and make a plan. A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth can become a serious smile liability, as bacteria can make their way into the more vulnerable areas underneath. There is a nerve here, as well, which can start to send sharp pain signals; tooth pain is a sign that something’s wrong. So, when you need to discuss dental restoration, do it with a local oral health team that you can trust.

Here at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, we understand the value of a quality smile. We also know the importance of keeping up with yours through proactive prevention, care, and restoration when something happens. A broken tooth is certainly a reason to reach out to your oral health provider, so don’t put it off any longer. Make a call to our office and schedule an examination of your dental damage.

Find your way back to a stronger smile with dental crowns that blend in. Call Cedar Dental today to set up a time to talk teeth.

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Finding Deeper Sleep With An Oral Appliance

Finding Deeper Sleep With An Oral ApplianceIf your friends and family have started to bring up your problem snoring, they might not be wrong. This could be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, which is a common sleep disorder that impacts approximately 30 million people here in the United States. Obstructive sleep apnea happens in your deepest form of slumber, when the body acts a little differently than it does during waking hours. If your throat or palate become soft enough to block your own airway, it makes it tough to receive the oxygen that you need to thrive.

When you visit Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, you’ve got someone looking out for your oral health. We know that it’s not all about your teeth, either; you have a range of different forms of tissue, and they can all experience issues. So, if you are tired of waking up tired, see whether oral appliance therapy for chronic obstructive sleep apnea is your next step. We have solutions designed to help people find a pathway to a deeper sleep.

Sleep apnea can really affect your daily existence. Schedule a time to talk about oral appliance therapy with Cedar Dental.

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Grind Your Teeth In Your Sleep?

grind your teeth cedar rapids iaYou spend a fair amount of time trying to keep your smile safe from common dental conditions like tooth decay and periodontal disease. That means that you put in real effort into maintaining a healthy schedule of brushing and flossing. But even with a dedication to your dental health, you could still run into problems if your jaw is a little too active overnight. Bruxism is the term for this unconscious activity, and it can lead to enamel erosion, shifting teeth, and more.

With our team at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, you can focus on bettering your smile safety through effective treatment for bruxism. Our office offers oral appliances that are designed to help people to find a way to protect their smile from overnight teeth grinding. So, if it’s been longer than six months since your last checkup, you’re due for a visit; while you are in the office, take some time to talk about whether an oral appliance is your next step.

Find out more about the dangers of bruxism. Call Cedar Dental today to schedule your next visit.

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Keep Up With Your Gum Health

gum healthYour teeth do a lot of the heavy lifting, but they can’t do it alone. They rely on the support of some surrounding tissue including bone and gums, and without them, your teeth have a tough time staying upright. That means that you need to maintain your entire smile through persistent prevention, starting with a dedicated approach to brushing and flossing. And when you skip your routine dental appointments, you really do put yourself at risk of periodontal disease.

When you’re ready to improve your oral health effort, reach out to Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA. Our team understands the importance of keeping up with your smile as you age, from the first moment you develop teeth through to adulthood and beyond. Bacteria are always trying to make your mouth their home, and when they start to affect your gums, it’s time to talk to your dentist about your next steps. We can help you to treat your gums well by keeping them cleaner through scaling and root planing. So, if you’re ready, we are too.

Fight back against periodontal problems. Call Cedar Dental today to schedule a visit to talk about your gum health.

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Your Little Ones Need To See The Dentist

little onesAs a parent, it’s tough to find the time for everything that you need to do, but when it comes to your child’s health, it’s important to not let up. They need to see their providers in order to make sure that they’re developing properly, and that includes stopping by the dentist for a cleaning and examination twice each year, just like you need to do. So, if it’s been longer than six months since their last checkup, take the time to bring them in for some quality, caring care.

Here at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, we take oral health seriously. That’s why we press you to keep up with your routine prevention, and it’s also why we stress the importance of biannual checkups for little ones. They develop their dental habits at an early age, so keeping them on the right timeline of treatment can be a real advantage. And when they start to ignore their brushing and flossing, we’re here to be a trusted educational resource, too.

Keep your child on a timely treatment schedule. Plan their next visit with Cedar Dental.

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