From Our Archives: Beyond the Halloween Candy Same Ol’, Same Ol’ – Dozens of Ideas for Non-Candy Treats
Halloween is almost here, and for many kids, that brings up one thought: Candy!!! But we all know that all that sugar isn’t ideal, neither for their dental nor their overall health. We also know that Halloween candy is only the beginning of the deluge. Soon, the rest...
Heavy Metals May Harm Your Heart
Of all the heavy metals, mercury is one of the worst for your health – and the most commonly encountered one in dentistry, thanks to its use in so-called “silver” amalgam fillings. Oh, there’s a little bit of silver in them, along with some tin, copper, and zinc....
Good Bacteria, Antibiotics, & Your Immune System
Sometimes, a person can develop a raging bacterial infection that can only be controlled with antibiotics. When this happens, it makes good sense to use them. Unfortunately, we live in an age in which antibiotics have been severely overused. Sometimes, they’re given...
Grind Your Teeth? Got Gum Disease? The Two May Well Be Related
It’s long been thought that bruxing (tooth grinding) and gum disease are linked. Now, a new study in the Archives of Oral Biology sheds some new light on the matter. This small but intriguing study compared tooth grinding among two groups of patients, one with healthy...SMART Certified Dentist
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Could your teeth be part of your ill health? Many dentists now believe the conditions in a person’s mouth are a reflection of their overall health.
