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Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.
It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like Read more -
Headaches: The Dental Connection
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.
Many people suffer through headaches for years without getting to the root cause of their problem. If you find yourself constantly popping painkillers to get through the day, it might Read more -
Wisdom Teeth Emergencies: Causes and treatment
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.
When you think of a dental emergency, you may picture teeth that have fallen out or severe tooth pain. But it is not uncommon for wisdom teeth to develop conditions Read more -
Happy Holidays! Healthy Holidays!
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.
It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season Read more -
Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.
Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more -
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.
At Mindy Thompson, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Nashville, Tennessee area to Read more -
Ten Fun Things to Do with Your Old Toothbrush
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.
the doctor and our staff recommend that you replace your worn-out, germy toothbrush with a new one every three months. But most people either forget or resist getting rid of Read more -
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more -
The Importance of Baby Teeth
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.
the doctor and our team know it can be easy to underestimate the significance of baby teeth. At Mindy Thompson, we sometimes meet parents who assume that since their child's Read more -
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.
At Mindy Thompson, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few Read more -
Chipped Your Tooth? Now What?
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.
Accidents happen. Next time you’ll wear your mouthguard when you skateboard, never use your teeth to open anything, and carefully step away from your grandmother’s hard candy dish. But what Read more -
What should I do if my child has a toothache?
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.
Toothaches in children can be tricky ordeals that cause distress for both the child and the parent. You may feel helpless and frustrated because you cannot pinpoint the location of Read more -
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.
the doctor, as well as our team at Mindy Thompson, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year Read more -
Road Trip!
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.
The bags are packed, the trunk is loaded, the route is programmed into your GPS, the playlist is set, and your destination awaits! Sometimes there’s just nothing more appealing than Read more -
Questions on Dental Implants? We’ve Got You Covered.
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.
Whether you’ve lost a tooth from decay, are preparing for dentures, or were born with a gap where a tooth should have been, you could be a candidate for dental Read more -
Is a Crown Necessary for My Child’s Baby Tooth?
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.
Part of the charm of your child’s smile is those delicate, diminutive baby teeth. We enjoy those smiles while we can, because soon enough, primary teeth make way for the Read more