Why Does Toothpaste Make Citrus Taste Awful?
Some morning pairs are just mean to be. Bacon and eggs. Toast and jam. Pancakes and syrup. Lucky Charms and Milk. A snowy morning and a comfy bed. Toothpaste and orange juice? Not even close. I made an error today, a horrible error. Shortly after brushing my teeth I took a big swig of 100% […]
Dental “Chain” Corporation Gets in Trouble
One rapidly growing trend in dentistry is the rise of dental “chain” practices (a.k.a. corporate dental offices, franchise dentist offices, or dental “mills”). By the term “chain,” I’m referring to practices that are owned and managed by a large corporation and staffed by employee dentists, assistants, and hygienists. Essentially they are franchise stores like most […]
Florida Pediatric Dentist Gives the Whole Profession a Black Eye
You’ve likely seen the news story that went viral over the last week or two about a pediatric dentist in Florida abusing his young patients and committing a whole bunch of other wrongs in his practice. If you haven’t, the link is below, but be warned that it will make you feel sick and angry […]
Do You Have Sensitive or Worn Teeth? Here’s the Reason.
I hear the phrase “I have sensitive teeth” every single day of my life. If you’ve ever said this, your sensitive teeth may be the reason you’ve always been afraid to go to the dentist and they may be the reason you you’re reluctant to eat hot or cold foods. They might be the reason […]
How to Deal With Mouth Burns
When I was in high school I went on a really fun group date where a bunch of friends and I set up a generator and television in the canyon to create an outdoor theater among the trees. The night was very fun, I liked the girl I was with a lot, and all was […]
Taking Care of Your Teeth When You Have the Flu
By now it’s no surprise; the 2014-2015 flu season is a bad one. Adults 65 and over, children younger than 5, and those with immune system-compromising medical conditions are especially at risk. Add to all this the fact that this season’s flu vaccine is especially ineffective (the virus mutated to a virulent strain of H3N2 […]
The Oil Pulling Hype
Recently I’ve seen a lot of blog buzz and Facebook chat centered on something called “Oil Pulling.” Patients ask me about essential oil products and holistic care techniques for teeth from time to time and I thought I’d address this latest craze. What is Oil Pulling? Oil Pulling is a component of Ayuverdic Medicine, which […]
When Should I Replace My Old Toothbrush?
Brushing your teeth frequently is important in maintaining a healthy smile. That bright, white smile will not last long, however, if you don’t take care of your toothbrush. The most important thing about toothbrush maintenance is changing out the old one for a new one when the time is appropriate. But how do you know […]
