Professional teeth whitening is the easiest way you can improve your appearance. And at Thompson and Frey Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Owensboro, teeth whitening is one of the things we do best. First, a caveat: not everyone responds the same to teeth whitening. The degree of whiteness attained and the treatment time necessary depends […]
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Preventive Dentistry: Dental Health For Owensboro Kids
At Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Owensboro, we promote preventative dental care by developing decay prevention plans, and helping our patients establish and preserve proper dental practices. 1) A healthy mouth equals better overall health and well-being. Maintaining prime oral health puts children at a lower risk for diabetes and heart disease later […]
Orthodontics and Porcelain Veneers in Owensboro
If you’ve read much about orthodontics in recent years, you’ve probably heard about clear braces and speed braces. At Thompson and Frey Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Owensboro, we offer two new straightening procedures, each an alternative to traditional metal braces. Six Month Smiles are tooth-colored, non-metal braces that can bring your bite into proper alignment […]
Is Your Smile Holding You Back? Cosmetic Dentistry in Owensboro
When we look our best, we feel our best. Attractive clothing, well-groomed hair, and a fit body all work together. But do you know what people notice first? Your face – in particular, your smile. Multiple studies have shown that great teeth capture attention. And a sensational smile is within reach at Thompson & Frey […]
No More Metal! Clear Braces in Owensboro
Many people reach adulthood only to wish they’d have had braces as a kid. They think that now it’s too late, or that they’d feel self-conscious with a mouth full of metal. For such folks – and maybe you’re one of them – Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Owensboro offers clear braces […]
Tooth Pain in Owensboro?
In this post, the team at Thompson & Frey in Owensboro are going to explore tooth pain, and the secret life of teeth. Toothaches are usually caused by sensitivity to the affected tooth’s nerve, and most often that sensitivity is the result of tooth decay, injury, or infection. There is also the possibility of gum […]
By Age 1: Family Dentistry in Owensboro KY
Did you know that a child’s first visit to the dentist should occur around twelve months of age? At Thompson & Frey in Owensboro KY, our family dentistry sees plenty of the little ones, and they’re some of our favorite patients. Many parents are surprised their kids should see a dentist so young. So we’re […]
Just Chill! Sedation Dentistry in Owensboro
As many as one of every five Americans worry about going to the dentist. It ranges from anxiety to outright fear. Because of this unchanging fact, sedation dentistry in Owensboro and nationwide has become very sophisticated. There are three main types of sedation dentistry available, which allow patients to maintain good oral health in spite […]
Durable Dental Implants in Owensboro
Dental implants? Crowns? Veneers? As technology and services have expanded in the Owensboro area, so have the options. Dentistry has advanced to provide many new solutions that address almost every possible dental issue. It used to be that if a patient had a missing or severely damaged tooth, dental bridges or dentures were the best […]
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Categories: Dental Health
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or damaged bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are extremely efficient at weakening enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is quite hard. But so are ice and hard candy, and […]
