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The Dental & The Incidental

I Snore

So my son just completed another year of college and came “home” for a well-deserved vacation. I say “home” in quotes because Ann and I are still in temporary digs in Yonkers while we do the co-op shuffle trying to get work done in our real but as…

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Dental X-rays and Thyroid Cancer

Dental X-rays and Thyroid Cancer

A medical topic of greater significance is the uptick in the development of thyroid cancer. I am not referring to the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan and the ensuing radioactive contamination. I am speaking about the increased prevalence of thyroid cancer in the United States, which is…

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A Better State of Mind and Spirit

As I write this piece, I am sitting on an airplane homeward bound after a 12 day “sabbatical” from New York and clinical practice. The first leg of my trip was to San Antonio, Texas where I attended the annual meeting of AADPA (American Academy of Dental Practice…

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Dr. Sinkin Favourite Beverage

Is your Favorite Beverage Eroding your Tooth Enamel?

Do you drink vitamin water? Well, your “healthy choice” may unwittingly be contributing to the demise of your teeth! Most people know that frequent consumption of sugary foods and drinks is not exactly healthy for one’s teeth (let alone one’s waistline). What’s lesser known are the harmful effects…

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When a Doctor Treats a Doctor

As our recent dental appointment was coming to an end, Dr. Roger’s asked me for a moment of my time as he had something on his mind to discuss.Hmmm. I have to admit that his request gave me some pause… for concern.I did a quick mental review of…

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Sinkin Spiderman Photo

Spiderman on Broadway: A Sinkin Story

Unless your name is Ebenezer, I am sure you anticipate the fun and joy of the holidays to be shared with friends and family. My office is no different. We deck the halls and immerse the office with holiday cheer. Delicious delectables abound and everyone is encouraged to…

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