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• posted: Dec. 03, 2025

Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought Read More

• posted: Nov. 26, 2025

At Amanda L. Thompson DMD, PC we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a Read More

• posted: Nov. 19, 2025

At Amanda L. Thompson DMD, PC, we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is Read More

• posted: Nov. 12, 2025

It is common to experience dentine hypersensitivity, with symptoms ranging from moderate to severe. Why does it happen and how do you know if this sensitivity is something to be Read More

• posted: Nov. 05, 2025

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read More

• posted: Oct. 29, 2025

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read More

• posted: Oct. 22, 2025

Braces and aligners help straighten teeth and create a confident, attractive smile. And those visible benefits are amazing! But orthodontic treatment has an even more important purpose than transforming the Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2025

the doctor and our team at Amanda L. Thompson DMD, PC understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from Read More

• posted: Oct. 08, 2025

One of the things the doctor and our team at Amanda L. Thompson DMD, PC monitor during your dental appointments is the growth of your wisdom teeth, or third molars. Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2025

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Birmingham, Alabama, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment Read More

• posted: Sep. 24, 2025

You’re constantly playing defense. Your child spends two minutes in the morning and two minutes at night carefully brushing and flossing with a fluoride toothpaste. You make sure sugary and Read More

• posted: Sep. 17, 2025

At Amanda L. Thompson DMD, PC, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place Read More

• posted: Sep. 10, 2025

Sometimes people feel a tiny bit nervous when they sit in the dental chair. And sometimes it’s more than a tiny bit. If your anxiety over visiting the office leads Read More

• posted: Sep. 03, 2025

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read More

• posted: Aug. 27, 2025

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read More

• posted: Aug. 20, 2025

Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read More