Dr. Thomas P. Lynch
Dentist | General Practice
17490 IN-23 South Bend Indiana, 46635About
Thomas P. Lynch, DDS, is a general dentist in South Bend, IN. Dr. Lynch is a graduate of Indiana University in Bloomington and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Indiana School of Dentistry. After graduation, he completed a Graduate Practice Residency program at the University of Minnesota Fairview Hospital. During the residency he worked closely with medical and dental specialists to treat medically compromised patients and perform dental treatment/surgery in a hospital setting. Dr. Lynch is dedicated to continually studying and learning the latest dental techniques and technologies. He strives to provide patients with compressive dental care in a thorough, caring and gentle manner. His philosophy is to promote general health, oral health and the longevity of teeth through preventative and conservative dentistry. He maintains active memberships with the Northwest Indiana Dental Society, Mishawaka Dental Society, Third Coast Study Club and the Indiana Dental Association.
Education and Training
DDS at Indiana University
Provider Details
Dr. Thomas P. Lynch's Expert Contributions
Adult tooth is loose. What should I do?
Whenever you receive trauma to a tooth it is important to see a dentist immediately. Trauma can move it from its original position. It is not the end of the world if you were unable to do this but it may be out of position now. I would recommend that you see a dentist to verify that there was no further trauma done to that tooth or the surrounding teeth (ie. chips or root fractures). If everything looks good with the tooth, it will need to be monitored to watch for potential changes (ie graying, nerve vitality or infection). I hope this helps and good luck. Let us know if we can help. Thomas Lynch, DDS READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Society Memberships
- Northwest Indiana Dental Society, Mishawaka Dental Society, Indiana Dental Association
What do you attribute your success to?
Great mentors along the way, being blessed with educators and hard work.
Hobbies / Sports
- Spending Time With His Family
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