Vitamin A is critical for healthy teeth and jaws. There are a few misconceptions about it. One issue is that β-carotene is equivalent to vitamin A. This is not the case and could lead to low vitamin A status.
Read MoreIn Part two, I discuss the top ten things you should be doing to ensure your child has a perfect mouth.
Read MoreIn today's post I am going to talk about neonatal oral care, the assessment of your newborn’s mouth, tongue and face for neonatal problems, and when to take your baby to the dentist for the first time. The recommendations are not universal. I will explain why in this post.
Read MoreAfter about four more months of and measuring my food, counting calories, and tracking macronutrients,my thoughts have changed somewhat. I thought I would share them withg you in todays post.
Read MoreThere is a well known association between cardiovasular disease and gum disease. A simple test for CRP can help to diagnose both of them. Today, I will discuss the connection between the two diseases, and how a CRP test may be a useful tool in treating and diagnosing them.
Read MoreToday, we don’t have to hunt or even farm our own food, we have climate control everywhere, we are highly entertained, we have medicine for everything, and we can gain goods and services at the click of a link. In constructing this "paradise”, we have lost the need for most common human interactions. In today’s post, I will explain whye are stronger when we come together, and how that can be achieved even in today's divided world.
Read MoreWhy are some people are choosing to eat a meat-only diet. Is this a safe diet? Can you get all the nutrients you need from it? Will it give you cancer? Find out in this post…
Read MoreA large segment of my patient population believe that swollen gums happen normally about every six months due to plaque build-up. They come for their cleaning, the plaque is removed, and they are good to go for the next six months. There is nothing normal about having swollen gums. Unfortunately, it is so common, most people just accept it as a normal occurrence. It can be an indication of potential dietary issues.
Read MoreLip incompetence is a condition where the lips cannot form a seal when your jaw is at rest without straining. It should be diagnosed and correct as soon as possible. It is generally very easy to detect, but in some cases it can be tricky. If you suspect you may have this condition, consult with your dentist as soon as you can.
Read MoreDuring a recent health conference, I found myself explaining why I was not just a run of the mill dentist. My real passion is cutting through all of the bad health advice, misconceptions, half-truths and downright lies out there and disseminating the plain truth to those willing to listen. As they say, if I catch you a fish, I have fed you a meal, if I teach you how to fish, I have fed you for a lifetime.
Read MoreThe Paleo Diet has come a long way since it first hit the scene in 2001. Now that Paleo f(x) has concluded, I would like to share with you some of my thoughts about where the movement is today.
Read MoreSince the teeth are supported by bone, osteoporosis can affect the mouth. Oral manifestations can include gum recession, gum disease, loose teeth, tooth loss, implant failure and I’ll fitting dentures. The medication to treat osteoporosis poses a sever risk for your jaws. This post addresses osteoporosis, your mouth, and what you can do to prevent it.
Read MoreThis time of year is great for getting back outside after the long cold winter months. Here are a few tips about staying healthy in the sun.
Read MoreYour fist dental visit is the most important visit you will make. All of your future treatment is based on this appointment. Here is what you can expect.
Read MoreSleep and breathing are two of the most important elements to a happy, healthy, vibrant life. They are both affected by the tongue, upper and lower jaws and oral habits that are the purvue of your dentist.
Read MoreWouldn’t it be great if we could somehow regrow missing teeth? What about growing back part of a broken tooth. This has been done by scientists. Read on to see how close we are to making them viable clinical approaches.
Read MoreNew methods of extracting bacterial DNA from fossilized human teeth has revealed that we are not as healthy as we once were. This is due to ourchanging diets.
Read MoreIf you could only do one thing to prevent cavities and gum disiease, I would recommend…
Read MoreEveryone knows that radiation is bad for you. The most common source of exposureare dental x-rays. How dangerous are they? I will lay out the pros and cons of having check-up x-raysin this article.
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