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Are you or a loved one suffering from the toothache blues? Don’t wait around in pain for the problem to resolve itself. Although we do enjoy spending quality time with our patients at Lush Family Dental, we don’t want any Waukee residents to have to undergo unnecessary dental procedures.  A toothache can indicate a much […]

You’ve been hearing it for years – “make sure to visit Lush Family Dental twice a year for your regular cleanings.” Just in case you’ve ever wondered why regular dental cleanings are so important, Lush Family Dental would like to take this opportunity to let Waukee residents in on some information you don’t often hear. […]

When it comes to ridiculous beliefs on dental hygiene and treatment, we’ve heard just about everything. However, the most dangerous ones usually aren’t quite so over the top. Unfortunately, a number of dental myths are floating all over the world, so Drs. Michael & Blake Louscher are here to put an end to the misinformation. […]

We’ve all had a toothache at some point or another. While you should always consult your Waukee dentist, it’s not always a serious problem. Often, the issue can be fixed with a filling or a root canal.  However, many people have found themselves in a situation where the tooth is not salvageable, and the only […]

Every parent remembers seeing their baby’s first teeth emerge, watching the rest pop up, and finally cheering as their child loses their first baby tooth, all in the blink of an eye! In fact, baby teeth come and go so quickly that some people are led to believe they don’t have an impact on a […]

If you had to give up your toothbrush or your car, which would it be? According to a recent survey, 42% of adults and 34% of teens would rather turn in their keys, computer, cell phone, or microwave than get rid of their toothbrushes. It seems that many people love toothbrushes the way your Waukee […]

If you’ve visited our blog before, you know that we love to talk about tooth decay. The chances are, everyone has had or will have tooth decay at one point. It is classified by the National Institutes of Health as the most prevalent disease in the world. Today we’re going to talk about a few […]

If you are looking for a dentist in Waukee, you may have picked up on the fact that there are two types of dental degrees – DDS and DMD. Perhaps you’ve noticed that there are far more of one than the other, or maybe they are split 50/50.  Either way, you’re probably wondering what the […]

It’s no secret that residents of Iowa love sports! The folks around here work hard and play just as hard, whether it’s football, baseball, basketball, or numerous other high-impact sports that can cause harm to your family’s mouths—at least 13% of all oral injuries happen during sports activities. Drs. Michael & Blake Louscher wants you […]

Headaches in Waukee are a dime a dozen. We all know the frustration of having your day interrupted by throbbing, shooting pains in the head. If you suffer from frequent headaches that never seem to go away, Drs. Michael & Blake Louscher would like you to know about bruxism, or teeth grinding.  At Lush Family […]