Here is some vital news for anyone who cares about their dental health: Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a principal cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is linked to heart disease. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages. What warning signs …
It’s official: We’re in the peak of cold and flu season. While we all try our best to avoid the stuffiness, coughs, and sore throats that tend to accompany the flu or common cold, there are times when germs take hold and make us sick, no matter what we do. At our dental office in …
At Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, we know that we can’t completely fool you. When you receive treatment at our comfortable cosmetic dental practice, you won’t actually believe you are at a plush spa relaxing with cucumbers over your eyes. Just because we can’t recreate an identical Hartford spa experience, that doesn’t stop …
For optimal dental health, everyone should be visiting their dentist twice a year for regular cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also vital that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any medications that …
When it comes to talking about food choices that are good for your teeth, your dentist in Owensboro has some not-so-surprising go to selections such as veggies, cheeses, and dairy products packed with calcium. But it may surprise you to hear that our dental office in Owensboro is also a fan of chocolate. Fight Cavities, …
If you are experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40.1 Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry today at …
Thanks for visiting the Owensboro dental blog. Today we’re talking about eruption charts and what they are used for. First, an eruption chart is simply a listing of the different types of teeth in the mouth and when, on average, they come out, or ‘erupt’, from the gums. A primary teeth eruption chart will also …
Every year around this time, we begin the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Coordinating schedules, braving the crowds at the grocery store and in the mall, cooking meals, and all the craziness that comes along with preparing for the holidays is bound to increase stress levels. But during a time when we’re supposed to …
A 500-piece Eiffel Tower puzzle is still easy to identify with 32 pieces missing. A 50-piece Kitten puzzle will probably still give warm fuzzies without 3 or 4 pieces in place. But, A 32-piece Dental puzzle is just not finished without ALL of the pieces. If you’re missing teeth, cutting your mouth on broken edges, …
Hello friends of Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry! As the saying goes, there is more than one way to skin a cat (although I don’t know anyone who would want to). Likewise, there is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of a set of perfectly …
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