Dental cleanings are one of the most important preventive dental care procedures there are! While it might not seem like it at first, there are many amazing benefits of getting your teeth professionally cleaned at the dentist.

Dental bonding is a common type of cosmetic procedure that can help change the look of a tooth easily. But is it right for you?

Tooth loss is often resolved with dentures, be they partial or full arch. However, you need to understand that these types of procedures need some getting used to until you can feel fully comfortable.

Why is it so important to get help right away? There are a few reasons, and we’ll explore them all in this blog from Thrive Family Dental.

If you’re exploring the possibility of straightening your teeth with Invisalign in Wilmington or Porters Neck, you may have heard of “Invisalign attachments,” and you might be wondering what these attachments are, and if you’ll need them during your treatment. Get all the answers you need in this blog from Thrive Family Dental.

If you want to correct your smile in Wilmington or Porters Neck, you may be wondering if Invisalign or traditional braces are a better option for you. In this guide from Thrive Family Dental, we’ll compare the comfort, treatment time, cost, and overall versatility of braces and Invisalign. Read on and get the information you need.

Interested in restoring your smile in Wilmington at Thrive Family Dental? Read on to learn more about the benefits of 6 common cosmetic dentistry procedures from Dr. Ben Friberg, and see if a smile makeover in Wilmington is right for you!

If you’re interested in teeth whitening in Wilmington from Thrive Family Dental, you may be wondering what side effects this cosmetic treatment has, and have questions about the types of whitening we offer. Dig into the details below, or contact us now for more information.

Nervous about an upcoming appointment at Thrive Family Dental? If you have dental anxiety, there are a few steps you can take to feel more safe and comfortable during your appointment at our office. Here are a few top recommendations from our team. 

In this guide from Thrive Family Dental, we’ll explain a few steps you can take to maintain better oral health when you can’t see your dentist for preventive care in Wilmington.

Did you know that February is “Children’s Dental Health Month.” In honor of that we are posting a blog on...you guessed it – Children’s Dental Health! We are going to cover when your child should see the dentist and how often, oral hygiene habits, and preparing for your dental appointments.

Do you have an unexplained sore throat? Wondering if your wisdom teeth could be the culprit? At Thrive Family Dental, we want to empower you to make the right decisions for your oral health, so we’re giving you all the information you need to make informed choices when it comes to wisdom teeth. Heres everything you need to know about the connection between sore throats and wisdom teeth:

Over the past decade there has been an abundance of new research on what is called the Oral-Systemic Health Link. This set of research has been focused on understanding how a person’s oral health impacts their overall health and visa-versa. There is now research supporting a link between poor oral health and increase risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes and several others. With this new information it is important to explore what this means for you.

The Thrive Family Dental Health Club is $35 for adults per month or to take a little off the top $395 for the year. The membership is open to anyone in the Greater Wilmington, NC area who doesn’t currently have dental insurance.

The answer is YES! Yes you should see the dentist when you are pregnant.There are three direct issues of how pregnancy can affect the mouth. So if you are pregnant call to make your appointment today at Thrive Family Dental to make sure everything is looking good.

At Thrive Family Dental, we want to make going to the dentist enjoyable! That's why we offer luxury amenities, affordable dental care, a calming environment, and puppies! Learn more about how we make going to the dentist suck less!

As a dentist, the question that I hear the most is “Why do I need a Deep Cleaning?” My answer is simple and straight forward. “You have a chronic and progressive disease – Gum Disease”

If you’re looking for a friendly, honest dentist who has a passion for helping patients succeed, Dr. Friberg would love to meet you!