Colfax Dental Services

We had a pretty awesome kiddo that shared his stickers with his mom today in the office! We just love helping whole families have a healthy, happy smile. We love being a part of your dental family! If you need a dental home, call us to make an appointment at (515)674-4466 or (515)994-2210

Happy Friday! Don't forget to brush and floss, so this dental math doesn't apply to you!

It's National Tooth Fairy Day! Here's a cute coloring page for your kiddos! What does the tooth fairy leave at your house in exchange for baby teeth?

Happy Friday! As February is Children's Dental Health Month, we want to share with you the importance of home care and teaching your children good oral hygiene habits. Cavities are the most common disease in children and it is 5x more prevalent than asthma. 1 in 5 children under age 11 have an untreated cavity in their mouth, which can lead to premature loss of teeth, pain, and infection. Brush your children's teeth for them 2x daily for 2 minutes (I know it's adorable... when the 2 year old tries to brush on their own, but they are mostly just sucking on that toothbrush because it tastes good.) As they age, let them brush first then, you come in and check to make sure they've gotten to all the nooks and crannies. Then, floss in the evenings to make good habits for when their teeth are super close together. We recommend having your child visit the dentist at age 1 or when the first teeth come in. Avoid pop, juice, and sports drinks(even diet and sugar free). They will increase the chances of your children getting a cavity. Limit refined carbohydrates (like snack crackers and fruit snacks). Always choose water and white milk

Good luck to all the young athletes that will be playing ball this spring and summer!