Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Family Dentistry Solutions
Foust Family Dental Care has been dedicated to providing personalized dental care for all ages in West Des Moines and surrounding areas since 2015. Our practice combines a family-friendly atmosphere with the latest dental technologies, including digital x-rays that use low radiation, to ensure optimal patient outcomes. We prioritize building long-term relationships with our patients, offering comprehensive services ranging from routine cleanings to advanced restorative procedures. Our team is committed to delivering professional, compassionate care tailored to each family's unique needs. We proudly serve the military community and their families, emphasizing accessibility and trust in every interaction.Through regular patient education and preventive care, we help maintain lifelong oral health. Our office features a comfortable environment designed to ease anxiety, particularly for children and nervous patients. With decades of combined experience, our dentists and hygienists bring expertise in both general and cosmetic dentistry. We accept most insurance providers and offer flexible financing options to accommodate diverse patient needs. By maintaining rigorous sterilization protocols and staying updated on industry advancements, we ensure safe, reliable care for every visitor.
Services
Periodontal Care
Dental Implants
Root Canal Therapy
Teeth Whitening
Dental Crowns
Routine Cleanings
Fillings
Dentures
Cosmetic Bonding
Emergency Dentistry
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized dental care for patients of all ages
- Our office features digital x-ray technology with low radiation
- We provide specialized care for military families and veterans
- Our team includes experienced hygienists with advanced certifications
- We maintain a comfortable atmosphere for anxious patients and children
What people say
Kind and gentle man
Nice and attentive
Top on my list
Calm gentle manner
Personalized care approach
Services
Periodontal (Gum) Care
Our periodontal care addresses gum health through specialized cleanings and treatments. We provide scaling and root planing procedures to combat gum disease while educating patients on maintaining proper oral hygiene. Regular periodontal maintenance visits every three months help monitor gum health and prevent future complications.
Dental Implants
We offer comprehensive implant solutions for missing teeth, working with oral surgeons to place titanium posts in the jawbone. After healing, we create custom crowns to complete the restoration. This process preserves jawbone structure and provides permanent tooth replacement options.
Root Canal Therapy
Our root canal procedures relieve dental pain by removing infected pulp tissue. Using modern techniques, we clean and seal tooth roots before placing protective restorations. Post-treatment care instructions help ensure long-term success and comfort.
Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening services include custom take-home trays and bleaching gel. We address surface stains from coffee, wine, or smoking while maintaining natural tooth structure. Treatment plans consider existing dental work to ensure consistent results.
Dental Crowns
Custom crowns restore damaged or weakened teeth using ceramic, porcelain-fused-to-metal, or gold alloys. The two-visit process includes temporary protection while creating permanent restorations that match natural tooth color and function.
People
Dr. BJ Foust
Dentist
Dr. Foust has practiced gentle dentistry for 25 years with 23 years in West Des Moines. He focuses on personalized care and family dental health while maintaining active community involvement through church ministries.
Staci
Dental Hygienist
Staci graduated from Kirkwood Community College in 2010 and has served West Des Moines patients since joining Foust Family Dental Care. She emphasizes patient relationships and preventive care education while maintaining active community involvement.
Rachael
Dental Hygienist
Rachael earned her dental hygiene degree from Hawkeye Community College in 2017. She specializes in patient education about oral hygiene habits and maintains professional focus on helping patients achieve specific dental goals.
Nora
Dental Assistant
Nora has assisted in Des Moines dental practices since 2012, obtaining advanced certification in 2021. She provides bilingual Spanish services to Hispanic patients while balancing family life and gardening hobbies.
Brooke
Dental Assistant
Brooke joined the team in 2023 after graduating from Houston Dental Assistant Academy. Currently pursuing dental hygiene education, she focuses on patient comfort and stays active in local dog parks and community eateries.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including cleanings, fillings, crowns, periodontal care, implants, root canals, and cosmetic treatments like whitening and bonding.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We accept most major insurance providers. Contact our office for specific verification and billing assistance.
Are emergency dental appointments available?
While we don't list 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent cases during business hours and provide after-hours care instructions.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we offer CareCredit financing options for dental treatments and procedures.
How to schedule a dental appointment?
Call our office at (515) 440-1395 during business hours or use our online appointment request form.
What makes your practice family-friendly?
We treat patients of all ages with personalized care, maintain a comfortable waiting area, and train our staff in pediatric dental techniques.
