The Dental & The Incidental
My blogging journey began in 2009, when few dentists shared their thoughts online. What began as an occasional musing about dentistry has since become a passionate commitment. I’ve published at least one new blog post every month for over 15 years. That’s more than 200 posts and counting!…
A more beautiful smile can have an overwhelmingly positive and transformational effect on your self-image. I’ve seen it over and over again in my 30+ years of practicing dentistry. And, of all the ways to get a more beautiful smile, teeth whitening is the most popular. In fact, Americans spend…
Have you ever been in this awkward social situation? You’re up close and personal with someone whose breath is so foul you avoided inhaling through your nose? We all have. But what are the reasons that bad breath increases with age? Halitosis, the medical term for bad breath,…
2022 has arrived like a breath of fresh air here in the Big Apple. The Omicron cloud has dissipated, people are bustling about in midtown, and the city that once never slept is regaining its mojo. There is truth in the words scribed by Alexander Pope, “Hope springs…
The human body is an incredible physiologic machine that can be amazingly resilient when it receives the proper attention and care. That includes good nutrition, regular exercise, adequate rest, and a little TLC. However, even under the best of circumstances, time marches on. Every year hundreds of thousands…
Did you know that sugar-free products can cause tooth decay? It may seem counter-intuitive, but it’s true. Ever since the invention of photography in the late 1800s, the US has become an ever more image-driven culture. Today, mobile devices enable us to snap an image and share it…
Every day when you brush and floss (I hope you are!), you’re protecting your teeth from getting cavities, preventing gum disease and keeping those pearly whites – white! But, you may be surprised to know that there’s a direct link between dental health and overall health. So, while…
