Jon Frankel Dentistry

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  1. Toledo Treasures, Matt Hammitt, Sanctus Real and Jon Frankel

    Last year when one of Dr. Frankel’s patients mentioned a local Christian Rock band, Sanctus Real, had been nominated for Best Contemporary/Pop Gospel Album (Pieces of a Real Heart),  but needed sponsors for The Grammy Awards Ceremony he did not hesitate to help out. The entire band is “Toledo-Grown”.  Supporting Toledo comes easy for Dr. Frankel as he and his father Sheldon have been a strong presence in Toledo’s Dental Community for over 65 years.

     

    The lead singer and guitarist Matt Hammitt is generously sharing songs originally inspired by his son, Bowen, and a very personal experience. Giving comes natural to Matt. Toledo’s greatest treasures are her citizens, who are willing to give of themselves.

     

  2. Over a Barrel? Toledo Horsewoman Keeps You Smiling!

     

     

     

    Crystal Haskins is a Registered Dentist Hygienist, an Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Clinical Office Manager and a Professional Barrel Racer! Jon Frankel, DDS relies on Crystal’s fast paced, precise technique. Patients comment on her gracious smile and sunny disposition. If anyone asks, let them know in Toledo, Cowgirls do it BEST!

     

  3. Altruism and Extreme Couponing in Toledo, Ohio

     

    Featured in The Toledo Free Press and on Toledo Channel ABC 13 News and TLC’s ‘Extreme Couponing’, Joni Meyer-Crouthers has been sharing her beautiful smile and infectious laugh with Jonathan Frankel and his staff for years.

    Silently encompassing an innate understanding of value and valor, Joni is no longer one of the Toledo Area’s best kept blessings!

  5. Toledo Dentist wants Oral Cancer Rates to Drop

     

    Dr. Jon Frankel is proud to have incorporated the Velscope System into our dental practice.

     

    The Velscope System, recently approved by the FDA, was developed by the British Columbia Cancer Agency and Vancouver-based LED Dental Inc.  It is a revolutionary hand-held device that provides dentists and hygienists with a new tool to aid in the early detection of oral cancer.  The Velscope examination is a non-invasive, painless procedure which takes only a few minutes.  The dentist shines a blue light into the mouth to cause it to fluoresce.  This fluoresence helps the dentist visualize abnormal tissue which may be, or may lead to, oral cancer.

     

    Over 30,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer annually in the United States.  With a mortality rate of over 50% at 5 years, one person every hour of every day dies of oral cancer in America.  If detected early however, the oral cancer is 90% survivable.  Dr. Frankel states: “We’ve always conducted an annual comprehensive oral cancer screening for all of our patients, but the Velscope System will allow us to see things we’ve been unable to see previously. By detecting potential problems earlier, we’ll be providing our patients with the best oral health care currently available.”

    For more information regarding the Velscope System, visit www.velscope.com or call Jonathan Frankel, D.D.S. with your questions, and to schedule an appointment 419-474-9611.

    Learn More!

     

    “The Dr. Oz Show” will feature a major segment on VELscope technology and oral cancer detection on Wednesday, June 8.

    The segment will feature regular show contributor and long-time VELscope user Dr. Jonathan Levine. According to Dr. Levine, who taped the segment this week, “This show, I predict, will start a movement for patients to DEMAND an oral cancer examination from their dentist and hygienist.  This will be the most powerful segment I have  done with Mehmet Oz.”

     

    Please click http://www.doctoroz.com/find-station to find the channel and time the show will be airing in your market.

     

  6. How often should I brush my teeth?

    How often should I brush my teeth?

     

     

     

    • Twice a day, morning and night is recommended. (If you could remove every bit of bacteria, food and debris once a day would be enough.  The colonies of bacteria causing dental cavities or decay and gum disease begin to regroup right after you brush.)
    • Brush after eating foods that stick to your teeth.
    • Dry mouth or decreased saliva cause food to adhere to the teeth. Brush more often.
    • When you need to brush but cannot, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water.
    • Brush well, take your time (most patients brush only 37 seconds while brushing should last at least two minutes).
    • Use a strategic approach. Brush the areas toward your face,  the areas toward your tongue and areas where you bite and chew.
    • Use an electric toothbrush with a timer that pauses every 30 seconds. (You’d be surprised how many dental professionals use electric toothbrushes.)
    • Patients at the office of Jon Frankel have found the Philips Sonicare Flexcare and the Flexcare for Kids have improved their oral health significantly.
    • Brushing is not enough. The only way to clean between your teeth is flossing.
    • Floss at least once a day.
    • Allow the floss to go in-between the tooth and the gum tissue. Pull the floss tight against the tooth.
    • Dr. Frankel’s Dental Hygienist with 42 years of experience, Karen Kearns, suggests scraping the floss “up to your nose and down to your toes” while pulling the floss directly against the tooth making it into the shape of a letter “c” or “u”.
    • Use a tongue scraper. The Breath RX tongue scraper is inexpensive, dishwasher- proof and easy to use.

     

  7. Healthy Mouth – Healthy Body

    Healthy Mouth – Healthy Body

     

    A recent study by researchers at the NYU College of Dentistry cited by the American Dental Society shows a correlation between gum disease and Alzheimer’s. Stroke, heart disease, and Diabetes have long been associated with gum disease.  Visit Jon Frankel and receive a brochure on a Healthy mouth and Healthy Body.

  8. Toledo Dentist Answers Five Most Frequent Dental Questions

    Top Five Dental Questions

    How can I get whiter teeth?

    Professional Teeth Whitening offered through a dental office is ideal. Custom-made Whitening Trays for at-home use and Professional Strength Whitening Gel are FREE for all new patients (in the absence of dental disease) at Jon Frankel Dentistry. This individualized system allows whitening to the shade desired and continued maintenance of the new bright smile.

    In-Office (not complimentary) Professional Teeth Whitening options offer immediacy.  BriteSmile is an in-office professional teeth whitening procedure. It is one single visit (during which the teeth are isolated and the gums and lips protected) including four separate, 20 minute, whitening sessions activated with a blue arch light. The whitening ends with a complimentary fluoride treatment. KOR Whitening is an advanced in-office and at-home whitening treatment which brightens even dark tetracycline stained teeth. Brown or dark grey teeth can be whitened with the KOR Whitening Technology.

    Why are my teeth sensitive?

    There are many reasons teeth are sensitive. Decay, Fractures, Impacted or Decayed Wisdom Teeth, Sinus Issues, Gum Tissue Recession, Wear or Chipping at the Gum Line called Abfraction, Injury or even Sleep Apnea can cause teeth to be sensitive. Call for a complimentary consultation to find the cause and end tooth pain.

    Is it a problem if my gums bleed?

    Healthy gums do not bleed. The bacteria causing gum tissue to swell and bleed have been associated with systemic issues such as  Diabetes, Stroke, Heart Disease, Low Birth Weight in Babies and Miscarriage. Recent studies indicate Alzheimer’s disease and pancreatic cancer are also linked to oral health.

    Bleeding gums may indicate the beginning of Periodontal Disease, a chronic inflammation of the teeth and supporting tissue regarded as the leading cause of tooth loss.

    Call for a complimentary consultation to evaluate your Oral Health.

    I hate my smile. I never smile. What can I do?

    There are many options available to create a smile. Invisalign to straighten teeth, Veneers to change the shape, color, size, position and smile line, Bonding to re-shape teeth, Laser tissue re-contouring to reshape a gummy smile, Dental Implants, Bridges or Partials to replace missing teeth and Crowns to strengthen weakened, chipped, broken or decayed teeth are several of the treatments available to create a beautiful, healthy smile.

    Changing Lives, a Smile at a Time. At least once a day a patient leaves the office of Dr. Frankel smiling and commenting “I wish I would have done this sooner!”

    What causes bad breath?

    Bad Breath has many different causes but it can be remedied. Dry Mouth due to aging or medications, Sinus Complications, Restricted Airway, Inflamed or Pitted Tonsils and Gum Disease are a few of the common sources of unpleasant breath. Finding the cause leads to the cure!

  9. Hello world!

    Jon Frankel Dentistry in Toledo, Ohio and Frankel & Puhl Dentistry in Maumee, Ohio look forward to serving the community beyond the confines of our offices.