Sep 14 2011
We humans are rather strange creatures sometimes. We neglect our teeth, often for years (or decades), and when pain finally gets the better of us, we decide to go to the dentist expecting them to work miracles. Dentists come close to working miracles, however, sometimes the damage is too much. When faced with multiple fillings [...]
Aug 10 2011
There’s a certain oxymoron about the way we treat our bodies. We all bemoan the cost of medical treatment, and dental treatment is still a form of medical treatment, yet we do little to look after ourselves to avoid those costs. There’s an old business saying that suggests ‘you need to spend money to make [...]
Aug 04 2011
They say it pays to have good friends in high places. Your dentist may not be in a ‘high place’, however, he is an important person to have on your side. Developing a long-term professional relationship with your dentist is a wise move; they get to know you, your lifestyle and habits, and, of course, [...]
Jun 06 2011
Whenever you visit your dentist, even if it’s just for your normal six month checkup, there are some things that your dentist needs to know. When deciding what ongoing treatment is required, there are certain aspects of your life your dentist needs to know about. What you should be telling your dentist includes:
You are pregnant
You [...]
Jun 05 2011
If you’re one of those people who hasn’t been to a dentist’s office in 20 years, you’re in for a real surprise. Modern dentistry has reached a point where most procedures are quick and relatively pain free. Some procedures that used to take multiple visits can now be completed in a single visit while other [...]
May 08 2011
It has been interesting to watch the trend of body piercings over the years. Ear piercings were common, but, to be different, teens went for multiple piercings. Over time, we have seen navels, noses, eye brows, lips, and tongues join the trend. The last two are of particular concern to dentists as they include risks [...]
Jan 30 2011
Humans are by nature social. We often seek advice from our friends and relatives when it comes to almost everything we do in life, even our relationships. So when dental issues arise, we often seek advice from this same group. Old wives tales still abound so the best place to gain advice is from the [...]
Jan 27 2011
When talking to some people you would think the local dentist was ten foot tall, green, and eats patients in a single bite. Mind you, don’t worry, that bite has the cleanest and whitest teeth around. After all, he is a dentist.
Sorry to break your disillusionment. There are just as many women becoming dentists [...]
Jan 19 2011
Here is a question for you. Is chewing gum good for your teeth? It can be. Chewing gum does promote the flow of saliva, and that is considered to be very beneficial for your teeth. If you chew a sugar free gum, then so much the better. But aren’t sticky foods bad for your teeth? [...]
Jan 04 2011
There are some people still around today who are absolutely petrified about going to a dentist. The thought of a dentist sends them into a panic state. If they hear one of those old-fashioned dentist drills, that’s it – they’re out the door and down the road before you can say “boo.”
While I may make [...]