FAMILY DENTISTRY

Common Concerns
Tooth Decay
Periodontal Disease
Bad Breath

Life Stages

Pregnancy
Infants & Toddlers
Children
Teenagers
Twenties & Thirties
Forties & Fifties
The Golden Years

(989) 872-3870

6240 Hill Street
Cass City, MI 48726

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Copyright © 2004
James D. Thomas, DDS, PC
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The practice of Dr. Thomas and Dr. Chappel provides quality dentistry for people of all ages. We provide a wide range of dental services for every age group including preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry and reconstructive dentistry.

Our motto: "A Smile For Life" incorporates our deep belief that with the patient's help we can provide a healthy mouth, a good-looking smile and a satisfied patient for life.

Common Concerns

Some common dental problems and frequently asked questions are discussed in this section. For information on the following common concerns click on the links below or at the menu on the left:

  • How Tooth Decay Occurs
    • An Equation For Tooth Decay
    • Sip All Day, Get Decay
    • How To Combat Decay
  • Periodontal Disease
    • Number One Reason For Tooth Loss
    • Plaque Causes Breakdown of the Gums
    • Early Detection Is Important
    • Risk Factors For Periodontal Disease
    • What You Can Do
    • What We Can Do
  • Halitosis (Bad Breath)
    • Oral Causes
    • Systemic Causes

Oral Health Care for Different Life Stages

Information for people at different stages of life is also provided in this section, which addresses specific oral health care concerns for the following groups:

  • During Pregnancy
    • Proper Diet
    • Hormone Levels Rise
    • Combating Morning Sickness
  • Infants and Toddlers Ages 0-2
    • First Dental Visit
    • Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
    • Fluoride Levels In Water Supply
    • Cleaning The Mouth of Your Child
  • Children Ages 3-12
    • Building Good Hygiene Habits
    • Orthodontic Treatment
  • Teenagers Ages 13-18
    • Sip All Day Get Decay; Decay Equation
    • Hygiene Habits For Teens
    • Sports Considerations
    • Orthodontics
    • Changes In The Mouth
    • Oral Piercing and Tattoos
  • Twenties and Thirties Ages 20-39
    • Those Wisdom Teeth
    • Periodontal Disease
    • Cosmetic Services To Enhance Your Smile
    • Men and The Dentist
    • Women's Specific Concerns
  • Forties and Fifties 40-59 (Coming Soon)
    • Checking & Replacing Restorations
    • Options For Replacement of Lost Tooth
    • Monitoring Gum Health
    • Cosmetic Dentistry Interest
    • Menopause & Osteoporosis
  • The Golden Years 60 & beyond (Coming Soon)
    • Root Decay Is Common
    • # 1 Problem: Periodontal Disease
    • Importance of Regular Dental Care
    • Keeping Your Teeth For a Lifetime