It’s hard to win a gold medal if you have a toothache. A recent study cited in the British Journal of Sports Medicine explored how poor oral health affects athletic performance at the elite level. “More than 40% of athletes were bothered by their oral health with 28% reporting an impact on quality of life …
It’s clear that for the majority of Philpot, Owensboro, and Hartford residents, the most important aspect of flossing is simply that you do it every single day. However, many dental patients find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them to establish the habit and get the flossing comfort they desire. Let’s …
Here at the Owensboro dental blog, we never like to be the bearers of bad news, but we are devoted to our patients’ oral health. So, today we offer a vital warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most people probably know that sugar is not your teeth’s friend. Eating candy creates the perfect …
Drs. David Thompson and Vicki Frey are dedicated to the prevention of dental caries, which is the foundation for a healthy and beautiful smile. Preventative dentistry – brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings with a dental hygienist – are crucial for keeping your smile bright and free of dental caries. There are some places, however, where …
“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most Owensboro residents at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on …
Dr. David Thompson and Dr. Vicki Frey encourages patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing Flossing Healthy diet – fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts Regular dental cleanings Regular checkups Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. …
Here is the Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry guide to treating teeth grinding. Understand Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons grinding may appear. It can also be related …
Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it seems that these days it’s the dietary villain of choice. Today in the Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Dental Blog, we are going to give you yet another reason to avoid this ubiquitous drink. For dental health, soda deals a double punch …
Benjamin Franklin once said… It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. This holds true for almost everything in life, including dental care. For parents in the Owensboro area, teaching your children good oral hygiene techniques early in life will benefit their smile throughout their life. If you wait too long to …
We all go to our Owensboro dentist for check-ups and toothaches, but there are other less-obvious issues that your dentist can help you with. Today in the Owensboro Dental Blog, we would like to highlight some of the most common oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants …
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