Category Archives: Dentistry & Your General Health
Root Canal Treatment Does NOT Cause Cancer!
There are certainly more than enough things for all of us to worry about these days. On a positive note, I can state with the highest levels of confidence that one thing that you unequivocally do NOT have to worry about is getting cancer as the result of a root canal treatment! A few patients […]
Dental Issues Can Be Life Threatening
A couple of months ago, I learned of a 24-year-old man from Cincinnati who had died from a toothache. While of course any death is a tragedy, for me it’s especially difficult to hear of situations like this because they are so preventable. Apparently, the man had been told that an infected tooth needed to […]
The Benefits Of Digital Dental X-Rays
Digital technology has revolutionized the way in which we do many things, and the delivery of quality dental healthcare is no exception. As a seasoned dentist (how’s that for a subtle way of showing my age?!) I have witnessed first-hand the many ways in which computers have transformed the way in which dentistry is practised. […]
What’s Your Dental IQ?
Can you answer these dental-related True-or-False questions correctly? Holding an aspirin up to an aching tooth is a good temporary solution??? FALSE! In fact, doing this can cause damage to the soft tissue in your mouth. The ONLY solution for a toothache is seeing a dentist as quickly as possible. In the interim, swallowing pain […]
So You Thought That These Foods And Drinks Were Good For You? …Think Again!
Many people erroneously believe that they are doing the right thing by buying margarine instead of butter or giving their kids lots of real or all-natural fruit juices. That’s why this article is so important to read. Find out which foods and drinks so many people think are healthy, are really not good for your […]
Latex Allergies And Dentistry
The term “latex” usually refers to the main ingredient in rubber. Natural latex is a milky substance harvested from rubber tree plants which are grown primarily in Africa, Malaysia and South American. It is collected much like we collect maple syrup. Because the trees are tapped and not harmed in the process, they provide manufacturers […]
Notice Anything Painful Or Unusual In Your Mouth? Don’t Procrastinate… See A Dentist Now!
When it comes to cleaning out the attic or facing that growing pile of laundry, many of us procrastinate, but that’s okay. What’s the worst thing that can happen? Our spouse gets a little aggravated about the mess; we have to wear those itchy socks that were stuffed into the back of the drawer. When […]
Dental Issues That Are Unique To Females
While we all know that women face different general health risks and illnesses than their male counterparts, many do not realize that females also face unique dental health issues. As a health care provider, I feel it is of paramount importance to not only be mindful of these factors, but to also educate patients accordingly […]
How Smoking & Tobacco Negatively Impact Your Oral Health
We often hear about how dangerous smoking can be for your general health, but I thought it would be a good idea to highlight the effects of tobacco specifically on your oral health, as the effects can be life-altering. Bacterial infection Smoking reduces blood flow to the gums, leaving them at a high risk of […]
Does Your Mouth Feel Like A Desert? You May Have Dry Mouth Syndrome…
Also known as xerostomia, dry mouth syndrome is a condition associated with a decrease in saliva production. Aside from being irritating and uncomfortable, xerostomia can also compromise one’s overall general and dental health and wellbeing and should therefore never be ignored. Symptoms Some of the symptoms one may experience with Dry Mouth Syndrome can include: […]
